New Players I welcome you to my tables and look forward to helping you learn a new system. New to TTRPG as a whole? I will also be happy to explain standard etiquette and practices when playing. I am patient and will take time to explain what you need to know!

I am prepared to run a game via text or voice chat. I ask that all players come to a consensus on the method as mixing mediums tends to cause issues with communication.

I use Foundry and Discord for all online games.

All content, such as NPC dialogue, themes and descriptors will not exceed a standard PG-13 rating. The exception is if the game is a horror TTRPG (ex. Call of Cthulhu, World of Darkness etc.) These games and their content will be discussed at length during Session 0.

In games with combat elements (ex. Dungeons and Dragons), I prefer a balance of combat and roleplay. Expect frequent (but not necessarily weekly) combat sessions.

In games with combat mechanics (ex. Dungeons and Dragons, Pathfinder etc.) I will often make use of homebrewed enemies, effects and combat mechanics. These are done to provide a unique experience for the players. If running a pre-made module (ex. Storm King's Thunder) I will limit or refrain from using these mechanics if the players request it. See below for examples of mechanic changes/effects.

I will use character voices to differentiate between characters you are speaking to and I often create or use reoccuring NPCs for the party to interact with--this includes both helpful and antagonistic types of NPCs.

DnD Specific Style I prefer to use milestone leveling and reward fun, interesting or clever solutions and entertaining roleplay. I prefer to reward players also through specialized feats, boons or small items that are useful to them, rather than always granting random magical items or gold.

At no point will any NPC of mine make direct racial commentary about another group, regardless of setting. While NPCs may make comments about class (wealth/status) or class (Bard, Cleric, etc.), or education level or place of origin (ex. 'They aren't from Earth so they don't know how we do things here'), at no point will I have an NPC make open statements about race nor make racist remarks either about a player character or about another NPC.

I encourage players to create backstories, locations and people to fill out the current setting [within reason]. This includes my own home creations and settings!

I enjoy creating supplemental materials that include audio-visual pieces and images. See here for a gallery of samples and links.

I own a cat who will make his presence known on occasion (but is not disruptive).

I plan for sessions to last between 3 to 4 hours.

I make full use of Foundry's tools for sounds, music and effects. I create my own maps, build almost all encounters from scratch to balance them to the party's needs and with certain games create multimedia to enhance the overall experience.

I record all sessions for the purposes of notes. With the permission of all party members I will upload sessions for a general audience on Youtube to enjoy and to advertise my services. If even one player is not comfortable with recordings being uploaded, then they will not be uploaded.

I welcome players of all ages from 16 years or older. If a group or party has a younger player, I will enforce content and language rules and content in the campaign will be catered for a general audience (PG-13).

Be patient with new players.

Player interactions will be kept cordial. Outside conflicts will not be aired or handled during playtime. Additionally, relations between player characters (friendships, romances, shared backgrounds etc.) will be consensual. Forcing another player to be in a relationship with your character will not be tolerated, regardless of context or type of relationship.

Please pay attention to the game while it is in session. I will be happy to answer questions to facilitate, but during the game, especially in combat situations, please remain attentive and be prepared to take your turn when it is time.

Do not critique or comment on the build of another player's character unless asked for advice. I build encounters around player's builds; 'optimal' builds are fine but respect that some people do not know the game as well as yourself OR choose sub-optimal builds for a reason.

Remember that while you are paying for this game, others at the table are paying for it as well; please respect them by not being disruptive.

Show common etiquette during game time; be mindful of people talking, try not to dominate a scene, be aware that others deserve a chance in the spotlight etc.

Do not use racial slurs or actively participate in negative stereotypes (such as offensive accents or mannerisms). You will receive one warning if it happens. If the behavior does not improve, you will be removed from play. No exceptions.

Please refrain from discussing or making overt references to sexual content or language and if possible keep strong language to a minimum. This goes double if there is a stated minor in the party. You will receive one warning if it happens. If the behavior is repeated, you will be removed from the game. You will be permitted to return next session on condition that you adjust language during the game. (The occasional curse word is fine; this is in regards to consistent profanity.)

I am a GM who has been playing the TTRPG for about 10 years. I started in high school with Dungeons and Dragons 3.5 and have been playing various games ever since.

I am a 33 year old male, live in the United States (EST) and own a cat.

I enjoy reading, light hiking and cooking outside of my TTRPG hobby, and am an amateur historian.

I've done some paid acting work in the past that included some minor TV roles, as well as audiobook narrations. I also have six years of local theater under my belt and plenty of high school theater before that!

I have a habit of using lingo that is outworn. If I ask if there's a 'bee in your bonnet' you'll understand what I mean.