Jim Williams

About Jim Williams

Hi there, my name is Jim and I have been helping kids be creative for more than 30 years. Since I was a teenager, I have worked with kids in the performing arts; coaching, directing, and acting with them. I have a background in musical theatre as well as team improv. I have run summer theatre programs for kids and directed in children's theaters all over the region. I have a 7-year old son who is looking to be a performer himself, so I don't see myself slowing down these endeavors anytime soon! As for my Gamemastering experience, I have been running TTRPG's since I bought the old WEG Star Wars Roleplaying Game in 1988, and have never looked back. In those almost 40 years (!) I have run countless sessions of D&D (2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th editions, World of Darkness, D20 Modern, and many more. I carried my improv experience into the LARP scene as well and now sit on the board of directors for CT's long longest running fantasy LARP. I also help run a chapter of One World by Night, the largest World of Darkness LARP network in the world, and sat as a member of that organization's council for a long time. I love telling stories with players of all ages. My table is open, safe, and adaptable. I run a series of D&D one-shot set in various worlds from classic myths and literature, and have a child-focused original campaign setting as well. These are perfect setting for creating with young people. I look forward to the opportunity to tell stories with you!

My game style

My games are focused on creative collaboration and shared storytelling. Roleplay at the center of my session, and bold, quirky, and unique approaches to characters are encouraged. Patience is key; no matter the age group. I have a passion for introducing new players to the hobby and I want them to come to a table where they can feel free to create, take risks, and have a good time without feeling like they need to have memorized the rules before starting. This expectation is shared across the table; we're all here to have fun and tell a unique story. This is the most important aspect of my table.