Jo Lee
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About Jo Lee
Hey, queens! Please, call me Jo Lee. I discovered the joy of DM'ing almost two years ago. Turns out: I'm pretty darn good at it! Even my DMs love to play at my table. š„¹ As an award-nominated singer and songwriter, my passion for performing translates to creating an immersive experience for you. Whether it's slaying epic monsters or hurtling through space, my table prioritizes player-driven narratives, with a balanced approach to role play and combat. My favorite game sessions are ones we make each other laugh just as much as pull on the heartstrings. I keep my table friendly and welcoming. If youāre new, Iāll walk you through the rules. If you need a break or accommodation, I welcome you to let me know. Iām always open to feedback from experienced players and fellow DMs. My space is pro-queer, pro-trans, pro-BIMPOC, and pro-women.
At a glance
1 year on StartPlaying
19 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Sets the Mood
Featured Prompts
My favorite books are
Mercedes Lackey's Valdemar universe The Arinthian Line series by Sever Bronny Incarnations of Immortality series by Piers Anthony Abhorsen series by Garth Nix Benjamin Ashwood series by AC Cobble The Aldoran Chronicles series by Michael Wisehart Shades of Magic series by V.E. Schwab
The three words my players would use to describe me are...
Thoughtful Inspiring Ridiculous
When I'm not running games I'm...
I'm an award-nominated and self-produced recording artist with music on streaming platforms. I sing with New York City Gay Men's Chorus and our a cappella band, TONEWALL.
How Jo Lee runs games
Number one: The experience should be fun! I put an emphasis on collaboration and storytelling. I love when players drive the narrative with their characters. You can expect a balance of meaningful role play and high-stakes combat that fuels that story. I use character voices, battle maps, and instrumentals to put you in the world we're creating together. If I'm running a published module or adventure, I change up the story to make it matter to the PCs. My storytelling leans into fantasy with a bit of camp, a dash of soap opera drama, and strong Miyazaki energyāthink emotional stakes, big feelings, and the occasional talking animal. My priority is giving player characters room to breathe, grow, and be their full selves. Themes like romance, sexuality, identity, substance use, or emotional intensity may come up depending on the group vibe. We follow the story you want to tell, together.
Jo Lee's ideal table
I love to be around people who love catharsis as much as high shenanigans. The best characters in the world are the ones who make you laugh and weep in equal measure. (Emily Axford is an icon.) If you agree, you'll love it at my table.
Featured Prompts
I love it when a player
leans into a big swing.
I think min/maxing...
is the fastest way to have the dice say, "Oh, but you thought." š