Summy

he/him

5.0

(16)

Timezone

America/los Angeles

Language

Cantonese

English

Identity

LGBTQ+

Asian

Published Writer

Artist

Cosplayer

Multi-lingual

About Summy

Hola! I'm Summy, a professional GM here to create some fun games with you! You'll take on many roles as we play games together, from veteran adventurers hoping to rescue the world of Barovia from a legendary vampire, to middle school kids from Smalltown, Michigan trying to uncover the secrets the adults are keeping from you. I mainly run Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition! Interested in what games I have open? Check out my listings on StartPlaying! If you're looking to get your feet wet, check out our dedicated Discord Server where current and past players discuss monster strategies, character builds, and post memes. Any rudeness or creepy behavior is not accepted https://discord.gg/Pc36jyp7Dy My games strive to be inclusive and LGBT+ friendly, and I'm always willing to learn how best to accommodate my players' needs. :)

At a glance

4 years on StartPlaying

229 games hosted

Highly rated for: Storytelling, Creativity, Voices

Average response time: 14 hours

Response rate: 100%

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I became a GM because

My history as a tutor and teacher fostered within me a love of helping others bring their stories to life. I'm a huge fan of the adage "restrictions breed creativity", so helping players explore their characters while pushing against the boundaries of the setting is both fulfilling and exciting.

My favorite shows/movies are

The Lord of the Rings trilogy Manchester By The Sea Avatar The Last Airbender

When I'm not running games I'm...

Reading books like Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao, painting miniatures like the Artillery Witch from Trench Crusade, and indulging in 3d printing (which helps make my in-person ttrpg games super visceral and fun!).

How Summy runs games

My style is all about the small character beats. Expect plenty of audiovisual assets to immerse you in the world and make you care for its inhabitants as living, breathing people. From a garden rat to a lich king, everyone has a role to play, you just have to discover it! Music is a powerful tool and I use it generously. From fantasy-themed background music to character-specific sound effects, the world we'll adventure in together will come to life. Mechanically, I believe in the rules, but I am willing to stretch things in order to make each moment fluid and easy to grok. For beginners, I'll stay within the confines of the written rules just because it's easier to understand, but for more experienced players I'm more than willing to change things up to provide a more engaging gameplay experience! I've DMed for players at varying levels of experience, from grade-schoolers to D&D veterans, so I do consider myself well-versed in the game but I'm more than willing to take in critique and suggestions. As a service, I do believe you should get your money's worth. It's important to me that everyone playing feels included and like their opinions and decisions matter not only to the people around them but to the larger universe around them. That's the best part of D&D for me! If you're looking for a Dungeon Master that gives your characters a chance to breathe and come to life, then message me, and let's get started!