WELCOME TO THE NEXUS
Where am I?
This site is a hub for everything produced by professional Game Master and musician Adamus Drake Summerer.
Head here for news on upcoming projects, GM's Corner blog topics, miniatures, the Knight Owls Armory and Story Archives, the Gray Owls Initiative short fiction blog, Adamus Drake Music, The Rook and Roost Podcast, and the DM Shower Thoughts Podcast.
I know. That was a lot.
Above you is the NEXUS. Think of it like a slideshow of all the cool stuff recently published on the site, and it updates monthly. Like something you see? Just click on the picture and it'll take you where you need to go.
Below you'll find descriptions of the Specialty Services I offer, on and off the table.
Head here for news on upcoming projects, GM's Corner blog topics, miniatures, the Knight Owls Armory and Story Archives, the Gray Owls Initiative short fiction blog, Adamus Drake Music, The Rook and Roost Podcast, and the DM Shower Thoughts Podcast.
I know. That was a lot.
Above you is the NEXUS. Think of it like a slideshow of all the cool stuff recently published on the site, and it updates monthly. Like something you see? Just click on the picture and it'll take you where you need to go.
Below you'll find descriptions of the Specialty Services I offer, on and off the table.
Do you really charge for being a Dungeon Master?
Yes. I do.
I treat this like my job, which means my overall quality in materials, consistency, and play will be elevated. Also, a little investment on the side of the players goes a long way in ensuring consistent play with top-tier terrain, miniatures, and immersive tools. This is what you get by buying into a table:
Consistency and Efficiency - We play on a schedule. It's dependable, consistent, and planned for. You can trust that the GM will be there well before the start, with all of their materials prepped, and has prepared enough content to last through the session, no matter what left turns the players may take. We keep things moving, and we don't get distracted.
Quality - This is my job. You will never, ever have a session where I say "Oops, sorry guys, I didn't plan anything this week." You're here to play, so am I. I know the system, ready to teach it at all times with patience and poise, and always there to help you. Never will you feel attacked for "not knowing the game." I am prepared with rulings, rolls, story, and possibility.
Custom Content - I often run games in a custom setting (mine is responsible for 6 different campaigns!), fully integrated into the ruleset of the system. It allows me to homebrew tons of custom classes, options, items, spells, and lore that hold many layers inside the grand story; and depending on the group, allows me flexibility in the creation of extra systems (like strongholds, alchemy, and crafting materials) within the current ruleset. My Patreon members get exclusive access to the beta versions of that content.
A Personalized Experience - I incorporate your story into our lore to not only augment our collective world-building, but to grow investment in your story as well as the stories of others. A lot of time and energy is poured into every individual's story, but most of all into the grand group dynamic, with adjustments in style, social contract, and expectations from table to table.
Provided Materials - Show up without a character sheet? We've got extras; pick your style. No character? I've got some to spare. No dice? We've got you covered. What's a Player's Handbook? Here ya' go. How do I know what spells to pick? Here are some spell cards. I don't have a miniature - will this one do? (give me a few weeks, I might even have one painted for you).
There's a reason I have waitlists of people itching to game with us. I offer a unique, efficient, professional, and consistent quality experience for all of my players, and the groups we make, we keep.
I treat this like my job, which means my overall quality in materials, consistency, and play will be elevated. Also, a little investment on the side of the players goes a long way in ensuring consistent play with top-tier terrain, miniatures, and immersive tools. This is what you get by buying into a table:
Consistency and Efficiency - We play on a schedule. It's dependable, consistent, and planned for. You can trust that the GM will be there well before the start, with all of their materials prepped, and has prepared enough content to last through the session, no matter what left turns the players may take. We keep things moving, and we don't get distracted.
Quality - This is my job. You will never, ever have a session where I say "Oops, sorry guys, I didn't plan anything this week." You're here to play, so am I. I know the system, ready to teach it at all times with patience and poise, and always there to help you. Never will you feel attacked for "not knowing the game." I am prepared with rulings, rolls, story, and possibility.
Custom Content - I often run games in a custom setting (mine is responsible for 6 different campaigns!), fully integrated into the ruleset of the system. It allows me to homebrew tons of custom classes, options, items, spells, and lore that hold many layers inside the grand story; and depending on the group, allows me flexibility in the creation of extra systems (like strongholds, alchemy, and crafting materials) within the current ruleset. My Patreon members get exclusive access to the beta versions of that content.
A Personalized Experience - I incorporate your story into our lore to not only augment our collective world-building, but to grow investment in your story as well as the stories of others. A lot of time and energy is poured into every individual's story, but most of all into the grand group dynamic, with adjustments in style, social contract, and expectations from table to table.
Provided Materials - Show up without a character sheet? We've got extras; pick your style. No character? I've got some to spare. No dice? We've got you covered. What's a Player's Handbook? Here ya' go. How do I know what spells to pick? Here are some spell cards. I don't have a miniature - will this one do? (give me a few weeks, I might even have one painted for you).
There's a reason I have waitlists of people itching to game with us. I offer a unique, efficient, professional, and consistent quality experience for all of my players, and the groups we make, we keep.
Tabletop Services
RENT-A-GM_______________________________
I run a bunch of games. Here's a short list:
TinyD6
Fate-Core + The Dresden Files
Firefly (both versions)
Dungeons & Dragons (all editions)
Pathfinder
Pugmire + The Monarchies Of Mau
Star Wars: Saga Edition
Star Wars: Age Of Rebellion (all expansions)
...and I'm always adding more!
I run a bunch of games. Here's a short list:
TinyD6
Fate-Core + The Dresden Files
Firefly (both versions)
Dungeons & Dragons (all editions)
Pathfinder
Pugmire + The Monarchies Of Mau
Star Wars: Saga Edition
Star Wars: Age Of Rebellion (all expansions)
...and I'm always adding more!
DEDICATED CAMPAIGNS
GM's Update: With vaccinations moving through the state (yay!), live play games are being scheduled again. Venues and groupings are open to change as our opportunities expand. Any game group with individuals not vaccinated will default to play over Roll20.
Moving Forward: All Dedicated Campaigns are scheduled and filled through my Patreon. Want in on an adventure? Go here.
Current Campaigns____________________
Feywild Warriors (D&D 5E)
Shadowfell Chronicles (D&D 5E)
Gray Owls Book 2 (D&D 5E)
Knight Owls Season 4: Dark Owls (D&D 5E)
Sunless Smileys (D&D 5E) - introductory one-shot
Completed Campaigns____________________
Knight Owls Season 1-3 (D&D 5E) - 3 years
Gray Owls Book 1 (D&D 5E) - 3 years
D&D Basic Seasons 1-2 (D&D 5E) - 4 years
The Deadlands Chronicle 1-2 (Savage Worlds) - 3 years
The Dresden Files - Articles Of Sin (Fate) - 1 year
Pathfinder Goblins (Pathfinder) - 6 months
Star Wars: Saga Edition Chronicle (Saga Edition) - 1 year
Feel free to explore this site to discover all the cool stuff I'm doing, but if you need a little direction, here's a breakdown of each section and what it's there for:
The Nexus - this page, right here. ;)
The Den - Miniatures, Dice, Art, and Private Tabletop Parties; I am a professional, after all. Head here for updates and pictures of all the specialty services I offer. Remember, everything is now run through my Patreon.
GM's Corner - weekly blog on a topic written by our chief Game Master, Adamus, as he explores reflections on rulings, media, storytelling, and life lessons through gaming.
DM Podcast - myself and resident martial arts instructor, John Tanaka, have been running a gaming podcast for over 2 years now. It is called the DM Shower Thoughts, and it's hosted by Podbean, iTunes, and Spotify. Also, it's embedded here with updated episodes.
Knight Owls - The long-form event that started it all. A circulating party for 5-7 hours on Saturdays once a month, like Justice League: Unlimited with swords and sorcery. Current and future Knight Owls can use this tab to find info on previous Adventure Seasons, equipment to buy between sessions, world geography, and custom feats and classes. *Currently under major OVERHAUL*
**Gray Owls Initiative - Adamus's special extension from our very popular Knight Owls, which follows a rag-tag group of adventurers through a dark and mature custom setting (for players 21+). The accompanying blog shares fiction and world info to help build immersion and world-building, but reading it will never be a requirement of play. If you enjoy the words, consider supporting the Patreon.
DM Podcast - our awesome podcast hosted on Podbean.com featuring Adamus and John as they talk about D&D 5E, playing and game mastering tips and tricks, and becoming our best selves through gaming.
***Adamus's personal Podcast, RnR, has entered its first season of recording, publishing (hopefully) over the winter months!
Amplify Your Signal - Adamus's personal project to gather, network, and amplify the work of other artists in our community. Nerds are everywhere, and we're all trying to do something cool. If you're an artist yourself or you just like cool people doing cool things, check out the folks who we help amplify, no matter the level of their pursuits.
Have a look around!
I'll see you at the table.
-Adamus
(Game Master, Editor, Writer)
Maintaining this website takes work. If you enjoy it, maybe consider:
GM's Update: With vaccinations moving through the state (yay!), live play games are being scheduled again. Venues and groupings are open to change as our opportunities expand. Any game group with individuals not vaccinated will default to play over Roll20.
Moving Forward: All Dedicated Campaigns are scheduled and filled through my Patreon. Want in on an adventure? Go here.
Current Campaigns____________________
Feywild Warriors (D&D 5E)
Shadowfell Chronicles (D&D 5E)
Gray Owls Book 2 (D&D 5E)
Knight Owls Season 4: Dark Owls (D&D 5E)
Sunless Smileys (D&D 5E) - introductory one-shot
Completed Campaigns____________________
Knight Owls Season 1-3 (D&D 5E) - 3 years
Gray Owls Book 1 (D&D 5E) - 3 years
D&D Basic Seasons 1-2 (D&D 5E) - 4 years
The Deadlands Chronicle 1-2 (Savage Worlds) - 3 years
The Dresden Files - Articles Of Sin (Fate) - 1 year
Pathfinder Goblins (Pathfinder) - 6 months
Star Wars: Saga Edition Chronicle (Saga Edition) - 1 year
Feel free to explore this site to discover all the cool stuff I'm doing, but if you need a little direction, here's a breakdown of each section and what it's there for:
The Nexus - this page, right here. ;)
The Den - Miniatures, Dice, Art, and Private Tabletop Parties; I am a professional, after all. Head here for updates and pictures of all the specialty services I offer. Remember, everything is now run through my Patreon.
GM's Corner - weekly blog on a topic written by our chief Game Master, Adamus, as he explores reflections on rulings, media, storytelling, and life lessons through gaming.
DM Podcast - myself and resident martial arts instructor, John Tanaka, have been running a gaming podcast for over 2 years now. It is called the DM Shower Thoughts, and it's hosted by Podbean, iTunes, and Spotify. Also, it's embedded here with updated episodes.
Knight Owls - The long-form event that started it all. A circulating party for 5-7 hours on Saturdays once a month, like Justice League: Unlimited with swords and sorcery. Current and future Knight Owls can use this tab to find info on previous Adventure Seasons, equipment to buy between sessions, world geography, and custom feats and classes. *Currently under major OVERHAUL*
**Gray Owls Initiative - Adamus's special extension from our very popular Knight Owls, which follows a rag-tag group of adventurers through a dark and mature custom setting (for players 21+). The accompanying blog shares fiction and world info to help build immersion and world-building, but reading it will never be a requirement of play. If you enjoy the words, consider supporting the Patreon.
DM Podcast - our awesome podcast hosted on Podbean.com featuring Adamus and John as they talk about D&D 5E, playing and game mastering tips and tricks, and becoming our best selves through gaming.
***Adamus's personal Podcast, RnR, has entered its first season of recording, publishing (hopefully) over the winter months!
Amplify Your Signal - Adamus's personal project to gather, network, and amplify the work of other artists in our community. Nerds are everywhere, and we're all trying to do something cool. If you're an artist yourself or you just like cool people doing cool things, check out the folks who we help amplify, no matter the level of their pursuits.
Have a look around!
I'll see you at the table.
-Adamus
(Game Master, Editor, Writer)
Maintaining this website takes work. If you enjoy it, maybe consider:
