Strifey (he/him)
5.0
(50)
2 years on StartPlaying
310 games hosted
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Sets the Mood, Voices
About me
Hello all! My handle is Strifey and my singular passion is for ‘The Curse of Strahd’ campaign module which I have ran succesfully several times. I specialize in storytelling and building expansive narratives throughout this campaign, so therefore your enjoyment of the game will be my top priority. The psychological thriller setting and expansive horrors intrigue me, especially when watching how players react to certain scenarios. I prefer teaching new players, guiding them towards a better understanding of the game and watching them transform from their humble beginnings into the mightiest of heroes that they can possibly be. Patience is the key to understanding my players hopes and dreams for their characters and I will accommodate their desires to the best of my ability.
GM Style
Roleplaying: I enjoy a rather robust roleplaying session between myself and the players. I feel it adds depth and binds everyone into the mind set of their characters as they interact with me. Combat: Watching players use tactics to their advantage during battles fills me with pride as I witness them become more adaptable to the ongoing challenges I present before them. Unusual strategies and quirky move sets make for a humorous time during fights and I often reward such out of the box thinking with points of inspiration. NPC Voices: Shifting my voice tone to suit certain NPC's is something I do on the regular. My favourite character to voice is actually an elderly woman. Dice Transparency: I allow my players to see the NPC's dice rolls during combat, so that they know first hand that "The dice can giveth, and the dice can taketh away" during battle. I feel it provides a sense of accomplishment to the players when they overcome a challenging enemy, and they know that I have not manipulated the outcome behind the GM screen in any way, shape or form.
Games played
Game Master Reviews (50)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Storytelling
Sets the Mood
Voices
Dagny
Played 11 sessions
Strifey is an excellent DM with a particularly keen eye for the gothic horror of Curse of Strahd. He's fantastic at building atmosphere and creating complex situations that emphasize the module's inherent horror elements and demand thoughtful responses from the PCs. Combat is great as well with fluid, dramatic, nail-biting encounters that adhere to the rules, but also allow for a little bit of wiggle room. He's the best kind of menace in-game, but very approachable above the table. Could not recommend more!
Barry
Played 5 sessions
Strifey is a fantastic DM—he is laser-focused on setting atmosphere and creating a believable world for our characters to inhabit. He's kind and patient as well, and extremely well versed on the rules. Strifey possibly does the BEST voice acting of any DM I've played with. Could not recommend this DM more!
Amber
Played 11 sessions
Had a great time in Strifey's game. He's great at setting up the mood and atmosphere and really makes the game genuinely creepy.
Susan
Played 24 sessions
Strifey is very good at creating an immersive story with atmosphere and storytelling. He is good at making sure everyone gets a chance to participate.
Dave Warr
Played 24 sessions
Brilliant DM. Builds a narrative that sucks you in emotionally while also helping newer players with paitence. Adaptive to the most outlandish player actions. 10/10
Artsygirl939
Played 23 sessions
Amazing Game Master! I haven't played DnD very long, but Strifey makes it easy for new players to join and always welcomes questions if we have them. I couldn't have asked for a better GM as a new player :)
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