Ryan - Tafelavontuur

he/him

5.0

(22)

Timezone

Europe/amsterdam

Language

English

Identity

LGBTQ+

Queer

Neurodivergent

About Ryan - Tafelavontuur

Hi, I’m Ryan (he/him), the GM behind Tafelavontuur. I specialize in teaching Dungeons & Dragons to new players. My goal is simple: help people feel comfortable, confident, and excited to play. At my table players learn the game naturally as situations arise. Questions are encouraged, and no one is expected to memorize rules ahead of time. The focus stays on creativity, teamwork, and enjoying the adventure. My games are player-driven and flexible. I enjoy rewarding clever ideas, creative problem solving, and character moments that make the world feel alive. Safety and inclusion are also important to me. I use clear safety tools, establish expectations early, and check in with players when needed so the table stays respectful and welcoming. Whether you’re brand new to tabletop RPGs or simply looking for a relaxed and supportive GM, you can expect a game that is welcoming, well-paced, and focused on shared enjoyment. If you’re curious about D&D but a little nervous to try it, you’re exactly the kind of player I love running games for.

At a glance

Less than a year on StartPlaying

28 games hosted

Highly rated for: Teacher, Inclusive, Creativity

Average response time: Under 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

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I got started GMing...

as a child with my very first TTRPG; Pokémon Jr. Adventure Game: Pokémon Emergency! I ran my siblings and cousins through their very own Pokemon journey where they got to solve problems, catch pokemon, and battle!

The three words my players would use to describe me are...

Patient, engaging, and welcoming. My teaching, inclusivity, and honoring player choices are common highlights from player feedback.

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

always trying to find more inspiration that I can weave into my games and enhance my storytelling, primarily through anime, videogames, and boardgames. My favorite games are the ones that spotlight emergent storytelling or unique mechanics that change the way you think about games as a medium.

How Ryan - Tafelavontuur runs games

If you’re nervous about rules, roleplay, or “doing it wrong,” that’s completely normal. Helping new players feel comfortable is something I specialize in. You can expect: Clear, patient teaching Rules are introduced as they come up in play, in plain language and without overwhelming lectures. Player-driven decisions The direction and tone of the campaign grow from the choices your group makes. Whether the table leans toward humor, drama, exploration, or something in between, the story adapts to the players. Beginner-friendly pacing There is always time to think, ask questions, and learn. I’m happy to repeat or rephrase anything so no one feels rushed or left behind. Respectful and inclusive play Everyone deserves to feel comfortable participating. The table environment is collaborative, supportive, and built on mutual respect. Creative problem solving Combat is never the only option. Clever plans, unexpected ideas, and imaginative solutions are always encouraged. My goal is to keep the rules working for the story rather than getting in the way of it. You don’t need to be confident, loud, or experienced to play here, just curious and willing to try.

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I deal with rules issues by...

leaning on my intuition and what suits the story best. What's most important is that everyone has fun and the game doesn't grind to a halt. We can always look it up later and move forward with the correct information, and I'm always open to being corrected.

I once ran a session...

for 10+ players. My high school friends all wanted to play together, and I was able to help them all make characters and learn the game. I ended up learning a lot from them on how to improvise because they never tackled problems head-on and rarely took no for an answer.

Rules are...

a tool. They matter when you need guidance but aren't the be-all; fun is. While you need them to play a game you don't need them to write a story, and D&D is both. The magic is knowing when and which to lean on.

Ryan - Tafelavontuur's ideal table

My ideal table is a group of players who bring curiosity, creativity, and their own unique ideas to the game. Everyone arrives with different inspirations. Some people love epic fantasy like Lord of the Rings. Others draw ideas from anime, videogames, novels, or stories that only they know. All of those influences help shape the adventure in ways no one could plan ahead of time. What matters most is a willingness to explore the world together, support each other’s ideas, and enjoy seeing where the story goes. Every player brings a different perspective, and that variety is what makes a table feel alive. Whatever inspires your imagination, there is room for it here.

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I am for a vibe that's...

all about improv and "yes and". Add to the scene. Interject dialogue. Share history about your character's backstory, race, homeland. The game and the story are YOURS. Anything you say (within reason) becomes true.

I love it when a player

interacts with the story first and the game second. We all love our spell lists and feats but when you enter a room and the first thing you think of is how to use the environment to your advantage, you really draw everyone else in to the scene and that's what storytelling is about.

I think metagaming...

is so much fun! Everyone has a different background, so it's fun playing with what your character would or wouldn't know. Sometimes it creates fun moments your character gets to learn or show off!