ZO (he/him)
5.0
(9)
2 years on StartPlaying
21 games hosted
Highly rated for: Inclusive, Storytelling, Creativity
About me
Powerful stories, meaningful character relationships & deadly combats. You're here for that, right? Man I hope so. Yo! I'm Zo. Been DM'ing for a little over a decade now, primarily with DnD5e. I specialize in crafting and remixing deeply personalized stories that make you suspend your disbelief and agonize over every conflict and consequence. To me, the worlds and experiences I build are beautiful, deadly and sometimes tragic places with funny moments that shine through all that angst at every corner. That being said, who's ready to dive in? Come get your juice, you addicts....
GM Style
At My Table You'll Find: ----☕Good Roleplay Held to the Highest Priority ----⚓Story-Relevant Character Voices ----✨Thematic Plot Elements ----👥Backstory Tie-Ins** ----⛅Deadly Encounter Design That Rewards Tacticians ----⛹Obstacles With Multiple Solutions ----🍻Moments Between Characters Safety Tools I Use: ----🏅Consent Checklist ----⭐ Stars and Wishes ----❌X,N and O Cards ----🌱Open Door Policy/Private Feedback ----🎼Aftercare **The earlier you send me your characters (import into my Roll20 room, create a sheet in my roll20 room, or send me your D&D beyond link if you're using the Beyond20 Extension), the more time I can spend weaving your character into the world!** During every session, I always spend the first 15 minutes for three things. First, I'll review all the player generated content one last time to make sure everything is good to go and we're all on the same page. Then I'll review the safety tools, and go over the consent checklist for a particular game. Finally, I'll spend the rest of that time going around the table and having everyone briefly introduce both themselves and the characters they'll be playing for the day. I might add a bonus question like 'what are you most excited for about the today's adventure,' or something. After that, we'll dive right in! The last 15 minutes of the session will be spent going over Stars & Wishes, and then we'll move into aftercare for anyone who needs it. There will be between one to three bathroom breaks coordinated throughout, but feel free to step away if need be.
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Game Master Reviews (9)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Inclusive
Storytelling
Creativity
Kim
New review
Played 4 sessions
I definitely had a great time in my games with Zo. He puts a lot of effort into making everyone at the table feel welcome, included and comfortable. It really shows that he cares about the players and characters. There's a big focus on creating a joint story with everyone and he'll constantly work on improving the experience with new tools and learnings. I enjoyed the vivid settings he crafted with interesting cultures and lots of little details. He's good at creating characters with distinct personalities and voices as well. It all comes together for an immersive package with engaging narratives. If you've read this far, do yourself a favor and just jump on a session with him!
Zach
Played 4 sessions
Zo is an amazing DM! I had the pleasure of playing with him before he was a DM and the energy level and creativity that he brings to a game is unmatched. He has the perfect blend of puzzles, roleplay, and combat.
Joey
Played 1 sessions
ZO Perfectly wove an intriguing and engaging story. His adaption to unique encounters and is flexible narratively. Highly reccomended
Cooper
Legendary theater of the mind. I love the pull between actions are their consequences
Oneir
I just had a blast playing with DM Zo! He's a bold DM willing to put in the effort of building a unique world for his players to explore. His quest are set up with multiple paths to success and a slew diverse npcs for players to interact with. He uses clear safety tools and gives warnings so players know what they are in for. I think what I appreciate most is his quick wit and capability at trading barbs with player characters through npcs. I would encourage others to take a seat at his table when opportunity presents itself and see what DM Zo has to offer.
Dominic
Fantastic GM that brings you into the world. He has a way with words that sets not just the mental picture, but the emotions that come with it. He brings the world to life in a way that not many GM's can easily cope with. Everything felt safe, welcoming, accepting, and free, and I never felt judged whatsoever. Definitely a fantastic time and worth playing with.
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