Teller of Tales

he/him

5.0

(1)

Timezone

America/new York

Language

English

About Teller of Tales

I've been a Dungeons & Dragons DM since 2016 and recently became a GM on StartPlaying (2026). I love collaboratively creating a great story with players and I also enjoy teaching first time D&D players. There's always role playing and combat in every session I run, and my number one rule is "Let's have fun!". I particularly like to run Dark Fantasy, Grimdark, and Eldritch & Cosmic Horror campaigns. My sessions are an inclusive safe space and a hate-free zone.

At a glance

2 years on StartPlaying

2 games hosted

Highly rated for: Inclusive, Teacher, World Builder

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I became a GM because

My wife and I wanted to run our own solo and duet D&D adventures with each other just for the fun of it. After 10 years of experience I now GM games for more than just family and friends.

My favorite books are

My favorite genres are science fiction, classic fiction, & adventure fantasy. Currently at the top of my favorite all-time sci-fi/fantasy authors list are Ursula Le Guinn, N.K. Jemisin, & Robert Jackson Bennett.

People are always surprised when I tell them

I'm an Anthropologist!

How Teller of Tales runs games

My number one rule is "Let's have fun!". My GM style is relaxed and geared toward having a good time and enjoying ourselves. I do my best to adjust and tailor the game to the players style. I love creating a great collaborative story and there's always role playing and combat in every session I run. I like players to have agency to make their own decisions and choose their own path through adventures, so I try to run campaigns with this in mind. I also enjoy teaching first time D&D players. Feel free to message me if you have any questions. The first session (Session 0) is free.

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I deal with rules issues by...

Erring on the side of players having fun.

My games focus on...

A great story, memorable characters, player motivation, role play, and ... combat!

Rules are...

Generally adhered to, but 'They be more like guidelines...'

Teller of Tales's ideal table

I'm a laid back and friendly person. Most people feel very comfortable interacting with me in sessions. Players who like to relax and enjoy a fun, classic, cooperative role play/combat session or who want a friendly and patient teacher will also enjoy my sessions. My sessions aren't power gaming or competition oriented.