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Hello! I'm Gummi (or Liv), 31, she/they.  I've been playing D&D for a handful of years now both as a player and running games as a DM. I'm most familiar with 5E (2014), but I also play 2024 and have some experience with 3.5 as well. I'm a little biased in favor of homebrew campaigns, mostly because I've never had the opportunity to see a module based game start to finish. Though I really hope to see that day come. I prefer fantasy settings over modern or sci-fi based ones (but I have been wanting to do a modern fantasy game after watching Dimesion 20's Fantasy High). As for tone, I need a blend of lighthearted and serious. Too much of one or the other and it becomes difficult for me to stay engaged. My characters tend to reflect that, being capable of handling the gravity of an intense scenario when needed and also able to cut the tension with banter or a wholesome moment.

I am a dad (38) with a full time job so once I get a schedule locked in I'll be kinda stuck to it. Probably BiWeekly 7PM Central Time. Haven't played in over a decade and I want to be a player for a while before getting in to GMing. I enjoy learning how the rules and tools work together to create opportunities, surprises, disappointment and rewards but now I want more experience and less reading. I'd consider my interests right in the middle of roleplay and crunch. I think silly voices can be fun and applaud anyone going full character embodiment (respectfully) with goals for development. Rules are there for structure and challenge and should be the driving guide but I have no interest in strict RAW (or in a related vein 1:1 time inspired games).

[5e 2014/2024 PHB][Any Level Welcome] RP/Combat Beast LF Maps-Heavy Fantasy Campaign (Fri/Sun EST Evenings) Player Details: Age: 20s (mature, chill vibes. Let's avoid unnecessary drama, toxicity, and politics at the table please) Experience: 10+ years D&D (5e 2014 & 2024 PHB). Comfy levels 1-20, from humble starts to epic god-slaying. Recently rocked a lvl 14 in Vecna: Eve of Ruin, love official modules or homebrew with stakes! Character driven games where RP is just as important as Combat is my speciality. Playstyle: LOVE deep RP and crunchy grid combat EQUALLY. I thrive on immersive stories with tactical maps. I think music is important, and I don't necessarily require it, as I have my own music, but if you have your own it'd be super cool! (Roll20/Foundry/Owlbear preferred). Maps/grids REQUIRED. Not looking for Cyberpunk (swords, spells, dragons, and other games that mix steampunk, and guns are absolutely allowed.). I build original chars (often fierce female leads) and commit hard. I'm loyal, 95%+ attendance AVG. Sick days don't exactly count but I always keep to schedule unless said otherwise. I communicate early and fast. Voice: Yes, Discord required. Clear English speaker (US EST.) I prefer groups with easy-to-understand accents or chat fallback for rulings/loot. No mic if needed, but I thrive on voice RP. It's nothing personal, I'd just prefer to not have communication issues. Availability: Fri/Sun evenings EST ideal (5-11 PM start). Weekly or bi-weekly, 3-4 hr sessions. Flexible for life—communicate early! What I'm Seeking: Edition/Rules: 5e 2014 or 2024 PHB welcome (milestone XP preferred, no broken homebrew). Any level start. I'm used to most mechanics, and I'm a fast learner. Tone/Campaign: High fantasy adventure, preferred. Balanced RP/combat/exploration where we weave epic tales and roll dice for bloodbaths on grids. Welcoming group (4-6 players) that respects character.  Tech: VTT w/ dynamic lighting/fog (Roll20 > Foundry > OWW). Discord server w/ active channels (memes/recaps/lore). D&D Beyond integration optional. Red Flags (Hard Pass): TotM, heavy homebrew without discussion, flaky attendance, paywalls/Patreon, adult ERP, real-life politics. What I Bring: Reliable: Show up prep'd with sheet/backstory. Quick builder—can have lvl 1 rogue or lvl 14 Paladin ready in 10 mins (2014 or 2024 rules). Team Player: Combat Buff, but also Utility if need be. (heals/buffs if needed), creative problem-solver, RP focused player who can make any moment believable. Trial session zero mandatory, vibe check both ways! DM me here or Discord (provided on request) with: - Campaign pitch/summary - Schedule (day/timezone—Fri/Sun priority!) - VTT/Discord links - Player count/experience - House rules/level start (2014/2024?) - What are you expecting out of the players for said game. Ready for epic RP arcs and fun combat! Let's make Fri/Sun where the fun begins.