Will Sikich

he/him

5.0

(10)

Timezone

America/chicago

Language

English

Identity

Neurodivergent

Published Writer

Teacher/Educator

About Will Sikich

Will is a PhD candidate researching Neo-Paganism and tabletop role-playing games. He is also a horror enthusiast and lover of wild things. He enjoys diving deep into role-playing scenarios and creating high-stakes, fun environments for his players. His preferred systems include D&D 5e and World of Darkness (20th or 5).

At a glance

5 years on StartPlaying

106 games hosted

Highly rated for: Storytelling, Inclusive, Creativity

Featured Prompts

My 3 systems I'd bring to a desert island would be

World of Darkness 20th Anniversary Edition (especially if I have the “Changing Breeds” supplement for Werewolf), Troika!, and Dungeons and Dragons 5th.

My favorite shows/movies are

The Lost Boys (1987), Mystery Science Theater 3000, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, Hereditary, Hellraiser, Midnight Mass, and The Banshees of Inisherin.

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

Studying fantasy and horror media, or taking walks in the forest.

How Will Sikich runs games

I believe in the importance of player comfort and DM flexibility. The name of the game is fun. Role-play is strongly encouraged at my table, but players are welcome to take things at their own pace. That said, I strive for immersive role-playing and storytelling. I aim to create a tabletop experience that gives the player a sense of agency and deep engagement in their games. At my table, player decisions and preferences matter. My main goal is to ensure that all of my players feel welcomed, safe, and prioritized.

Featured Prompts

I deal with rules issues by...

Listening to my players’ thoughts and seeking a solution that results in the most fun and equitable outcomes for everyone.

If my games were Movies they'd be directed by...

Jordan Peele and Robert Eggers.

My favorite trope is...

The clandestine cult that summons an eldritch godmonster.

Will Sikich's ideal table

My tables are for friendly, light-hearted games where people can feel comfortable to dive into role-playing and be as goofy or dramatic as they want. We take our games seriously, but we are also here to have fun and relax.