John

Brilliant, creative, passionate -- Neal's a dream DM. He's a natural storyteller and wordsmith who knows how to work with his players to craft a unique, personal narrative around your characters. His worlds are immersive, with engaging plots and memorable characters. Sharing tables with Neal, I've had some of my funniest and most gut-wrenching moments playing TTRPGs. He brings this same passion to his play-by-post games. I am glad Neal was the one to introduce me to PBP, as someone who was originally skeptical. Responsive and organized, he keeps the game flowing smoothly at a steady, engaging pace. It can be difficult to juggle the challenges of asynchronous play, but Neal deftly manages this while bringing our collaborative story to life. Lastly, as an approachable and patient DM, the connections he cultivates between characters in-game is reflected in the inclusive community that he fosters.

I recently started a Waterdeep campaign with Robin and I've already been impressed by the qualities that set them apart as a GM. Join a game with them if you want a GM as invested in your character as you are. They are dedicated to weaving your character into the narrative with a depth of care and conscientiousness you rarely find, and they are just as committed to communicating with you as a player to ensure your expectations are met and aligned. Robin inspires and rewards you for the thought behind your character, and exemplifies the potential of collaborative storytelling in DND. I have also been impressed by how much they elevate the module. Some folks might run module campaigns like a generic game of Madlibs, but Robin has clearly done a lot of work to customize and expand the content, on top of tailoring the plot beats to your group. They know Waterdeep and its inhabitants inside and out, and slip naturally into character and voices for the NPCs. If you value roleplay and worldbuilding, I highly recommend this GM!

I had a fantastic time playing a one-shot with Ryley. They're a talented GM, and I would recommend them. We experienced a ton of content within the one-shot; in just four hours, Ryley facilitated what felt like a full, satisfactory character arc for each of us. We did not approach the one-shot in a conventional manner, but they rolled with the punches and adapted well in delivering an engaging experience. There was a good mix of combat and roleplay. The pacing was smooth, in both exploration and combat. The fights in particular were balanced and immersive. I had a lot of fun listening to the colorful narration as well as the entertaining, distinct NPC and creature voices. Lastly, and importantly, Ryley has fostered an inclusive, welcoming community that's reflected in the fun and comfortable vibe at the table.