GM Marc | The Lorekeeper (he/him)
5.0
(5)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, World Builder
About me
Hello and welcome, adventurers of the realms. I am Marc, your Dungeon Master and Lorekeeper. Together, let's explore uncharted realms, and weave stories filled with discovery, challenge, and unforgettable adventure in this beloved pastime of ours—Dungeons & Dragons. With nearly two decades of experience—both at the table and behind the screen—I’ve guided many adventurers like yourself through worlds of intrigue, danger, and wonder. Being a Dungeon Master is more than a title to me; it’s an invitation to create stories of depth, mystery, and unforgettable characters. By trade, I’m a product designer, and by passion, a storyteller, published author, and amateur cartographer. Together, these skills allow me to make games that are as narratively rich as they are visually immersive, down to the finest details. My table is a place for all who seek an escape—a place where every adventurer’s voice weaves into the epic we shape together. With reverence for tradition and a passion for exploring new creative horizons, I strive to create a space that celebrates imagination, inclusivity, and camaraderie at all times. Whether you’re here for thrilling battles, courtly intrigue, rich storytelling, creative problem-solving, or just to enjoy the game with like-minded individuals. I’m here to deliver an experience that hopefully stays with you long after the campaign ends.
GM Style
I run my D&D games with a focus on crafting a collaborative and immersive experience tailored to my players' preferences. While I love bringing my own ideas and innovations to the table, my priority is ensuring the game reflects what you want from your adventure. Whether it's a deep dive into tactical combat, engaging roleplay, or moments of exploration and discovery, I aim to create a space where your choices drive the story and your voice shapes the world. I’m always on the lookout for ways to enhance the game, often drawing on supplemental materials to expand on areas where the core rules leave room for growth. If the party is interested, I love incorporating elements like detailed exploration mechanics, crafting systems, or even base-building opportunities that provide a sense of long-term progression and investment in the world. These tools add depth and texture to the campaign, creating a living, breathing world where your actions leave a mark. Most importantly, my table is a place of open communication and collaboration. If there’s something you’d like to explore—whether it’s a unique rule tweak, a personal character arc, or an entirely new system—just let me know. I’m always excited to adapt and experiment, as long as it aligns with the collective vision for our story. Together, we’ll build a game that’s exciting, dynamic, and perfectly suited to the adventure you’re seeking.
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Game Master Reviews (5)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Inclusive
World Builder
I've been playing in Marc’s campaigns for years now, and I can honestly say it’s ruined me for most other DMs, in the best way possible. His worlds are rich, lived-in, and full of secrets that reward curious players and creative thinking. There's always this sense that the world keeps turning, even when we're not looking, and every choice we make actually matters. He strikes this rare balance between structure and player agency. The hex-crawling and base-building gives you freedom, but there’s always a clear narrative heartbeat pulsing underneath it all. And when a boss battle hits? You feel it coming. The stakes are real. And the payoffs? Chef’s kiss. If you want a game that respects your time, your imagination, and your love of a good story I can highly reccomend Marc. Just don’t be surprised if you start measuring other campaigns by his.
Mark is an amazing Game Master. He always comes prepared, creates great stories, and makes sure everyone feels included and comfortable. He puts a lot of effort into making the game fun for everyone at the table. His stories are super engaging and interactive, I always feel like my actions matter and shape the world. Playing in his games is always a fantastic experience. If you get the chance to join one, don’t miss it! He is also always super concerned with the safety of everyone playing, using a simple yet effective method that always allows players to express if they feel unconfortable with any scene that is happening.
I've played both pre-made and homebrew campaigns with Marc and have always been impressed by his attention to detail when it comes to worldbuilding / understanding of the setting. Marc is amazing at preparing, not only as far as planning the campaign, but he always showed up with props, tools for everyone, prepared sounds and music and even maps. I also want to highlight that the process of discussing a character's backstory with him always felt very fun, he is as excited as you are about your character and the possibilities it might bring to the storytelling. He's always focused from the start of the campaign on putting the characters first in the storytelling, regardless of the magnitude of their adventure, he understands that they don't need to be the main characters of the world to be the main characters of the story. I'd recommend Marc for anyone looking for a detailed, well planned and exciting game that's tailor-made for its characters and players!
I had the absolute privilege of playing with Marc as a Dungeon Master for a D&D 5e homebrew campaign, and I can't recommend him highly enough! From the very first session, it was clear that his world-building skills were second to none. The setting felt alive, with intricate details, rich histories, and environments that were immersive and vibrant. Every town, every forest, every ruin had a story to tell, and it felt like we were just scratching the surface of a living, breathing world. He is also a master of storytelling and character development. The characters he created were deeply intriguing—morally grey, multi-faceted, and full of surprises. These weren’t just stock characters—they were people you wanted to ally with, outwit, or occasionally just avoid entirely. On top of all that, Marc is an incredibly patient and understanding DM. He welcomed players of all experience levels, from seasoned adventurers to complete newbies, and made sure everyone felt included and valued. He has a knack for explaining complex mechanics in a simple, approachable way and always gave us space to roleplay and make our own decisions, no matter how wild or unexpected they were
Marc is a professional with a strong sense of where the session is going. The mood is clear in every situation and every NPC has it's own voice, this makes playing in Marc's worlds a great immersive experience. His descriptions and planned encounters are carefully crafted and complex, with different possible outcomes accounted for. One of the best DMs I had the pleasure to play with.
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