Game Master Nick

Being a Game Master in Florida is just as wild as it is anywhere else. Howard Park Tarpon Springs Fl

🎲 Welcome to the Table! A New Chapter Begins...

If you are making the journey over from the Raised on DnD podcast—welcome, and thank you.

Wrapping up our 10-season run was a massive and bittersweet milestone. While the podcast's epilogue has been written, I am absolutely thrilled that so many of you are continuing the adventure with me here. The global community we built means everything, and that same spirit of connection and "found family" storytelling will always be the foundation of my work.

What to Expect From This Page

For those who might just be pulling up a chair: I’m Nicholas. I’ve been rolling dice, crafting worlds, and acting as a Game Master for over three decades, and I've spent the last five years running campaigns professionally. This page is the new central hub for all my tabletop creations, projects, and professional tables.

Now that I'm stepping away from the mic, I am focusing my energy behind the GM screen and the writer's desk. I am actively preparing to open the vault on my homebrew worlds and will be self-publishing a massive catalog of content. By following along, you'll be the first to know about:

Original Adventure Modules: I am gearing up to release over 40 unique, fully fleshed-out modules spanning systems like D&D 5e, Pathfinder, and Star Trek Adventures.

Professional GM Updates: News on my current campaigns, open seats at my digital tables, and insights into running high-tier, narrative-driven games.

World-Building Lore: Sneak peeks into the mechanics, settings, and storytelling behind my upcoming releases.

Thank you for following along as we launch this new campaign. Grab your character sheets, get your dice ready, and let's tell some unforgettable stories together!

Thank you to everyone who has accepted my invitations to game online with me over the years. Roll20 has provided an amazing virtual table top that has allowed me to game with 100s of people from all around the world. I've run so many games for friends, family, and strangers; I've loved every minute of it!

Table is now full.
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Now Recruiting 1 Adventurer!
Join an unforgettable journey through the Dungeons & Dragons megaverse…

System: D&D 5e (2014)
Setting: Faerûn and all 9 official D&D worlds
Schedule: Every other Wednesday @ 9PM EST
Location: Online (Zoom + Roll20 VTT)
Timezone: EST / North America

Step into The Labyrinth, a sprawling, ever-shifting megadungeon designed by Kobold Press and brought to life by a renowned Dungeon Master. This epic campaign blends intense roleplay, cinematic combat, and rich world-hopping exploration. From Ravenloft to Eberron, each arc immerses you in a new D&D world—no setting fatigue, just adventure.

We’re 32 sessions in, a new chapter just started, and new players start at party level (currently level 10). Sessions are live on Zoom with voice & video, and our Discord keeps the story alive between games with notes, Play-by-Post RP, and community.

Seats are $20 per session—an affordable ticket to one of the most immersive campaigns you’ll ever play.

Apply now, and make your mark in the Dungeons & Dragons megaverse. Link >>>
https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmjhkgn5d00uikw04p08wgoiv?slug=cardarelli

With StartPlaying – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

Them: How did you celebrate GMs Day this year?

Me: "My PCs have made it to The Smithy in The Labyrinth! They made their way across the Five Ways Bridge, relaxed in The Hub & Hounds tavern, even crashed a key dedication ceremony at the Temple of Rava. They have interacted with a familiar Planeswalker, beings from a dozen realms, and followers of Cartokk the Dreaming god.

We left off our last session with an attack on the city! The threat is unknown to the players and they attempt desperately to reach the sounds of clanging weapons, the sight of billowing black smoke several blocks away, andthe source of the vibrations from small explosions. Unfortunately for our heroes the streets have turned into impassable rivers of a panicked, stampede of merchants, artisans, and adventurers from across the realms.

What interdemenisonal horror has breached the The Keepers' impenetrable magical defenses? Will The Smithy’s clockforged city guards be enough?Will the PCs be able to reach the battle in time to help? We'll see next time on The Labyrinth: Portals of Peril!"

*The Labyrinth: Portals of Peril is a private tabletop role-playing campaign based on The Labyrinth by Kobold Press, the 9 published worlds of Dungeons & Dragons, and the collaborative imaginations of the 8 players and their Game Master.* Players join through StartPlaying and Roll20 is our VTT.

To the storytellers and the world-builders: From our table to yours, we send this blessing. "May your campaigns be filled with laughter that defies time, your encounters be thrilling, and your dice ever stay upon the table." Thank you for giving us a place to dream. Happy GM's Day!

Exploring pre-written adventures is fantastic, but there is something truly special about diving into a completely original world.

​Over the years, my creative output has grown from sharing free fantasy short stories online into operating as a lead module designer. I have written nearly 40 original campaigns and modules across systems like D&D 5e, Star Wars D20, Call of Cthulhu, Mutants and Masterminds, World of Darkness, Star Trek D20, Marvel Multiverse, Aces & Eights, Palladium, Wizards & Wands: Harry Potter 5e, The One Ring, and Pathfinder 1e!

​Some of my flagship, player-favorite adventures include:
⚔️​The Labyrinth: Portals of Peril: A massive, epic campaign to seal dimensional rifts.
🏹​Marathon of the Black Moon: A high-stakes race to escape a cursed library.
🛡​Ruins of Archwood: A perfect, three-part learn-to-play adventure for newcomers!
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Want to bring your group into an entirely original, professionally crafted campaign? Send me a DM to inquire about booking a private table for your friends or corporate team!

What makes a truly unforgettable tabletop session? For me, it is all about the immersion.

​As a professional GM, my core focus is crafting captivating, narrative-driven experiences. I love bringing worlds to life through detailed maps, immersive soundscapes, and creative character voices. But a great game isn't just about the GM's story—it is about making sure every player gets their moment in the spotlight.

​I pride myself on adapting to unexpected player choices on the fly and seamlessly managing the table so every session feels fresh and dynamic. Plus, teaching new players is one of my absolute favorite things to do! I focus on clear, patient explanations so beginners can grasp the mechanics quickly and jump right into the fun.

Have you ever wanted to try D&D but felt intimidated by the rules? Let’s chat! Check out my Startplaying link in the bio to join an incredibly welcoming, beginner-friendly game.

Every adventurer has an origin story. Here is mine!

​I cut my teeth on AD&D 2e and Middle Earth Role Playing in junior high school. What started as a way to make friends quickly became a lifelong passion.

In my twenties, I established a gaming club for local gamers—The Lakeland Role Playing Guild—which grew to average 35-40 members annually for two decades!

​Today, I’ve taken that community-building spirit professional. For the past 5 years, I’ve been a professional Game Master on Startplaying.games, and I’ve run games on Roll20 with gamers from all around the world. Whether you are a veteran of the hobby or looking to roll your very first d20, I have a seat at the table waiting for you.

​Looking for a new campaign? Drop a 🗡️ in the comments or send me a message to see my upcoming schedule!