The Cloaked Storymaster (he/him)
5.0
(6)
2 years on StartPlaying
11 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Inclusive
About me
I'm a screenwriter and filmmaker when I'm not at the movies, volunteering with my church, or spending time with family. When I started playing D&D and eventually Game Mastering, it was more of a narrative, brain-working exercise for me - but now I'm passionate about the game and I believe I have something special to offer my players.
GM Style
I love a good narrative, and I'm of the firm belief that a Game Master does not have to rail-road players to have that. A good narrative will form out of player/character decisions as they explore the world, even in established campaign modules (those are merely story guides - meant to be bent, broken, and reshaped as characters find their own story). I love incorporating a character's backstory when I'm able to - and I love it when players really know their characters... players that care more about the journey and the growth of the character than maxing them out so they can be unstoppable, dungeon clearing machines. I definitely enjoy good combat - but that has to be earned, not constant. I want my players to feel like they are able to step into their character's shoes and live in that world for a few hours every time we play. I love using music, sound effects, maps, and art to draw the players into the world of their characters for a more immersive experience.
Games played
Game Master Reviews (6)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Storytelling
Inclusive
Jacob
Played 3 sessions
I have played in many of this storymasters campaigns. they are always fun, always exciting and I've always met different challenges along the way. I have never been in a campaign that I haven't enjoyed with this DM.
irinum
Played 4 sessions
Genuinely one of the best dms I had in a while please, give him a try when you can
Timothy
Played 6 sessions
this Dm is a wonderful gamemaster. who lets his players dictate how the game go while still having a senses of control. he lets the players think out what to do and and let them have our fun. and while yes we get into topics that distract us from the game it always feels like we're getting to know each other rather just playing something to past the time. while iv only recently met this Storymaster his calm and approachable Dm'ing style leaves you wanting to play more and more.
Ryan2010
Played 4 sessions
Head full of creative stories. It was fun
HES
Played 3 sessions
I have played with Hayden a few times now. I can comfortably say that he weaves a good tale. His world is alive and interesting. He allows the players latitude to be creative which makes his adventure fun and exciting. I would certainly be willing to play with him again.
Tyler Howerton
Very creative and inclusive. Never so no to a idea I had as long as it did not break his world. Easy going, likes creating puns and funny moments.
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