StartPlaying logo
game master profile header image
Shaun

Shaun (he/him)

5.0

(10)

4 years on StartPlaying

7 games hosted

About me

My name is Shaun. I enjoy world building in both D and D and World of Darkness. My worlds are well established and open with a myriad of distinct NPC's each with a unique back story, motive, and agenda. I always foster an environment where players feel comfortable integrating their characters and I welcome all character concepts. Every campaign is player-centric so players are encouraged to develop characters they enjoy.

GM Style

I use a myriad of accents to distinguish my NPC’s from one another. Discovering the needs, ambitions and secrets of the NPC’s is part of the story, but the players are always the main characters. I use backstories, character weaknesses, short- and long-term goals, to set up opportunities for character growth and development. I am willing to tie in these character aspects, but also to let you discover who your character is as they explore the world. The Campaigns and Chronicles I run are player centric and the worlds are always open. My games are sandbox style and the players interests become the driving force, pushing the plot they find most pressing. There are always hooks to encourage and give the players the motivation to explore and uncover the secrets of the world. When creating a combat encounter I like to incorporate puzzles and environmental advantages that can be exploited by cunning and clever players to turn combat in the players favor. I also enjoy outside the box thinking when it comes to combat and trials the characters face. I greatly appreciate PC creativity. If your character has an innovative power she wishes to develop or creative discipline to create, I will happily work with you to make that goal a reality.

Game platforms used
Game Master Reviews (10)
Mallgor avatar

Mallgor

Played 5 sessions

Great story teller. Brings the game to life.

Kowa / GuyInRobe avatar

Kowa / GuyInRobe

Another great session where Shaun is patient with players and really tries to make it so each character gets their time to share the stage by switching scenes thus keeping each player engaged and participating.

Dorland avatar

Dorland

Shaun is an amazing dm, I was fairly new to the Vampire system and he walks you through the steps and rules and really explains how the system works. He is very patient with new players and his story telling is amazing. Would recommend getting into one of his games.

Beth avatar

Beth

Played 3 sessions

Shaun has been my go-to DM for 10+ years. He has introduced me to multiple systems including DnD, Whitewolf, Starfinder, and Call of Cthulhu. I enjoy his homebrew content the most. He is patient with new players. He has a reliable gaming schedule and is considerate of others' time. He is professional and accepting of all players.

AllieTracey avatar

AllieTracey

I don't do many reviews, but here goes - Shaun did a great job and I had a blast. I'm stoked for our next session. I would recommend him as DM.

Miguel Simons avatar

Miguel Simons

If you get the chance you need to join one of Shaun’s campaigns! It is always a fun adventure. He is a phenomenal storyteller and has an authentic universe. As a new player, he helped me with character creation and was very knowledgeable about the rules, and knew where to find information in the books.

What's StartPlaying?

Tabletop Roleplaying Games Run by Game Masters

  • Find a game to join solo or search for a professional game master for you and your friends/coworkers/family.

  • Book your session and wait for the Game Master to approve you.

  • If you don't have a blast with your first game, your next game is on us.