Alec

While this is the first and only DM I have played with, I think that my only point of comparison being popular broadcasted games online speaks volumes about what I'm going to share about the quality of this game master. Our ongoing campaign of 2+ years is truly the highlight of my week. This DM has created an amazing world full of interesting and nuanced characters, an immersive and engaging story that is unique and unpredictable, as well as a sense of personal connection to the world and its characters, both NPCs and other players. He's always fostered a very welcoming place for several people to gather and write a story together - and what a story that is. Our game is particularly focused on roleplaying. This is made possible by this game master's ability to make us dive deeply into the world with his amazing world-building, engaging characters, excellent improvisation, and impactful and emotional storylines. I very quickly tune out of the fact that this is the same person making all of these character voices and events, and get completely drawn into this living and breathing world he's creating for us, and with us. That's the other thing: this DM is very open to letting you tell your own story as well, helping you flesh it out and weave it into the campaign. He's knowledgeable about the ruleset, but takes corrections humbly. He creates a consistent world that makes sense, but is very open to homebrewing and the Rule of Cool if it works in the story. He sets out the framework for the campaign, but makes sure everyone is on board and looking for the same kind game at the outset and throughout. He's very inclusive and appropriate, always polite and communicative with his players. He uses various tools that help create all of this online, with great audiovisual aids. Most of all, he's just very fun to hang out with. I would highly recommend giving this game master a shot. As a disclaimer, I was not bribed with any magical items, but am certainly open to that possibility.