ZeroCool

he/him

5.0

(20)

Timezone

Europe/rome

Identity

Veteran

Multi-lingual

About ZeroCool

My passion for Dungeons & Dragons began years ago, and it’s grown into an enduring love for the game. I’ve played and mastered countless campaigns, from Westmarches-style to my own homebrewed adventures. One thing I’ve learned is that a balanced mix of role-playing and combat is essential. I believe both can coexist seamlessly. I design and run combat encounters where role-playing is as impactful as optimization, and I ensure monsters react dynamically to player actions. For instance, imagine casting Haste on the big bad evil guy and pretending to join their dark side, only to drop concentration and watch as your party dismantles the foe in its lethargic state. My dedication to D&D goes beyond the table. Even at work, I find myself thinking of statblocks and devising scenarios like a Molten Magma Roper paired with a Druid of the Old Ways summoning walls of fire. I consider the terrain, stakes, and whether beloved NPCs might betray the party. I anticipate how players might use tools like a Ring of Fire Resistance they acquired sessions ago. Ultimately, my goal is to connect with diverse people and facilitate storytelling. I strive to ensure players have fun and collaborate to create compelling narratives with fascinating characters.

At a glance

1 year on StartPlaying

105 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Knows the Rules, Storytelling

Average response time: Under 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

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My favorite books are

Epic sagas and sharp satire fuel my storytelling. I draw deep inspiration from the sweeping mythos of The Stormlight Archive and The Wheel of Time, balanced with the wit and wild charm of Terry Pratchet.Expect layered worlds, moral depth, and the occasional talking sword with a union card.

My favorite system of all Time is

5e of course :D

The three words my players would use to describe me are...

Tactical. Cinematic. Unrelenting

How ZeroCool runs games

People often think D&D is difficult, but it really isn’t. Just roll a d20, and we’ll take it from there. I enjoy crafting dynamic combat encounters that tie into the PCs’ backstories, allowing their choices and resources to impact every round meaningfully. I believe in fast-paced turns that are engaging and relevant to the narrative, giving players opportunities to contribute through role-playing, optimization, or a blend of both. Character development happens when you're pushed to your limits, facing diverse situations with high stakes. After throwing everything at the challenge—even the kitchen sink—success feels earned and satisfying. Overcoming obstacles creatively is the essence of fun. New players often worry about not knowing the rules, yet they still aspire to create cool, powerful, and interesting characters. Not knowing the rules can actually help you think outside the box and come up with unique ideas. Mechanics? That’s what I’m here for. If something doesn’t fit your vision, we can adjust and tweak it. These are the kind of experiences we can share together. If you enjoy intense role-playing during combat, character-driven stakes, and adventures that stay true to RAW with a sprinkle of rule-of-cool, we should definitely play. It’s all about the journey and making every moment memorable.

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I prep by

I prep by crafting encounters where blades clash and philosophies collide. Every map, NPC, and monster serves a story. Your story.

My favorite trope is...

"the burdened hero,” where power always comes at a cost, and every choice shapes more than just the battlefield.

My games focus on...

storytelling that hits as hard as the battles. I blend tactical crunch with emotional stakes in our encounters.

ZeroCool's ideal table

My table is for players who crave meaning behind every swing of the sword and every whispered secret. If you enjoy blending strategy with storytelling, and where combat demands clever positioning and the villain’s ideology hits just as hard as their spell slots, and you’ll feel right at home. I welcome roleplay lovers, tacticians, lore diggers, and chaos gremlins alike, so long as you're here to build something unforgettable together. Cinematic moments, moral ambiguity, and world shaping choices are the norm. Bring a character with ambition, flaws, and a few secrets, and I’ll make sure the world takes notice.

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If you're into ___, you're going to love my table

If you're into roleplay that punches, combat that breathes, and worlds that stare back, then you’ve found your table

I love it when a player

leans into a flawed decision, then doubles down with conviction. Bonus points if it sets the battlefield or narrative on fire (sometimes literally).

I think metagaming...

I think metagaming becomes a problem only when it breaks immersion without offering anything in return. If it deepens drama, creates connection, or heightens tension. I say it's healthy metagaming