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ThorTheNinja

he/him

5.0

(7)

Timezone

America/los Angeles

Language

English

Identity

Neurodivergent
Teacher/Educator

About ThorTheNinja

I've been running D&D since 2017 (and playing since 2016), and I'm passionate about creating collaborative, story-driven campaigns where your choices matter. I specialize in customized pre-written adventures with a focus on rich narratives, memorable NPCs, and immersive atmospheres. My Style: I lean RAI when interpreting rules, always prioritizing story and fun over strict mechanics. Expect character voices, atmospheric music, custom digital handouts, and gridded maps through Roll20 and AlchemyRPG. I love weaving player backstories into the main plot and celebrating creative problem-solving—even when players surprise me with solutions I never anticipated. I have a soft spot for anthropomorphic animal settings (like Humblewood) and enjoy adapting themes to suit different audiences. I've run games for everyone from young players to veteran adventurers, and I know how to make sessions both age-appropriate and engaging. What Drives Me: As a parent of two young children, I value everyone's time at the table. Every session aims to be E.P.I.C.: Enticing players with hooks they care about, Presenting compelling problems, creating Interactive moments, and revealing the Consequences of their choices. My favorite D&D moments, both as a player and DM, come from the unexpected: the creative plan that shouldn't work but does, the emotional character moment that catches everyone off guard, the dice roll that changes everything. That's the magic I bring to every table.

At a glance

2 years on StartPlaying

10 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Sets the Mood

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My favorite shows/movies are

Amphibia, Owl House, Gravity Falls, Parks & Rec, anything Hayo Miyazaki (My Neighbor Totoro, Whisper of the Heart, Ponyo, etc.)

People are always surprised when I tell them

I lived in Armenia for over a year during my service with the Peace Corps.

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

Usually catching up on the latest TV Shows or session planning. Andor, Game Changer, The Rookie, Severance.

How ThorTheNinja runs games

I run collaborative, story-driven campaigns where your character's choices and backstory actively shape the adventure. Expect immersive sessions with character voices, atmospheric sound effects, and custom handouts that bring the world to life. I follow RAW and RAI while staying flexible when it serves the story and fun. Whether you're new to D&D or a veteran player, you'll find a welcoming table where creativity is encouraged, boundaries are respected, and every session aims to create those unforgettable 'remember when...' moments.

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Rules are...

Guidelines, not carved into stone.

ThorTheNinja's ideal table

My table is welcoming, story-focused, and collaborative. We balance serious storytelling with plenty of laughter and creative problem-solving. Expect a good mix of roleplay, exploration, and tactical combat with immersive elements like voices, music, and visual aids. You'll fit well if you: - Enjoy both combat and character-driven roleplay - Share the spotlight and support fellow players - Appreciate when your backstory impacts the story - Communicate openly and respect boundaries You might not fit if you: - Prefer pure dungeon crawls with minimal RP - Enjoy PvP or competitive play - Want completely sandbox campaigns Expectations: Regular attendance, active participation, and respectful communication. We use safety tools and Session Zero to ensure everyone's comfortable.

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I am for a vibe that's...

story-driven and emotionally invested—where we care about the characters and the world we're building together.

I love it when a player

builds on another player's idea or roleplay moment, creating something even better than either could have done alone.

ThorTheNinja's Preferences

Systems

Dungeons & Dragons 5e
Magical Kitties Save the Day
Daggerheart

Platforms

Game Mechanics

d20 System
d12 System

Game style

Roleplay Heavy

Rule of Cool (RoC)

Combat Lite

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