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Regular Hours: Wed-Sun 1-10pm

Closed 9/17-9/25 for Realms Unknown Regular Hours: Wed-Sun 1-10pm

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Check out Campaign Spotlight Season 4 Episode 1: Cats That Herd Themselves. We chat about my most ambitious project: putting six different D&D parties in one narrative together.

Cats That Herd Themselves: Running a Campaign across Multiple Tables with Dante [S4E1]
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What can you expect from a game with Dante at Chance Encounter Games?

Here’s what players have to say:

  • Dante was just so friendly and patient with the beginners in my party. It really made for a fun, memorable experience playing the Blue Alley one-shot.

    Alex Berkowitz

  • I've played in now 3 campaigns with Dante over the past two years. I wish I could select literally ALL of the tags above. He is both an excellent storyteller, has a very solid understanding of rules as written, AND knows when to go with what's fun and cool. He has an excellent safety system and is always open to chat about what is going well and what could be better. He uses music, immersive storytelling, character NPC voice/development, world building and overall is the best GM I have ever encountered. I'll play with him weekly as long as he is GMing!!!!

    Katy

  • I've been playing a campaign with Dante almost every week for over a year now - which is crazy! - and I've looked forward to each session. Dante did a fantastic job in culling a group of mostly strangers that would go on to gel so well together that we talk often about wanting to meet from across the country to play together in person. He's always excited, has great storytelling and game-facilitating talent, and is super communicative and accomodating. Now that our campaign story is (sadly) nearing it's end, we've already started talking about what kind of game we want to play together next - and that is the mark of a truly excellent GM! If he has a spot available, don't miss out!

    Tyler

  • Dante knows his business -- the business of givin' you the business. AND BUSINESS IS BOOMING!! He's fun and has been more than willing to shoehorn any half-baked idea that I try and pass off as a "backstory" and run with it. I think the group I play with subconsciously decided to play kinda funny, and I'd love to see how he'd be in a serious campaign. He's great and worth the money!

    Brandon

  • Dante created comfort within the group very quickly, he does a great job picking and matching players. His knowledge of the lore is unparalleled but he doesn't use it to restrict play.

    Uri

  • Dante was really flexible with letting my group include an unorthodox party to the setting we insisted on playing. Loved the space he created to make this story our own.

    ThePoisonTree

  • Dante is a fantastic and creative GM. His stories are engaging while allowing plenty of room for player license. Our gang has fun every session.

    Offhand

  • Dante excels at creating vivid, quirky, fantasy adventures. Each module we’ve played with him has been bursting with character and energy. The flavorful thematic “treasure” is also far more exciting than standard DnD fare. Dante knows what makes the game fun, and plays to those elements.

    Dave S

  • I've had some great GMs over the years, but Dante definitely takes the cake. Whether it's putting up with the party summoning 30 additional creatures in every battle, talking to random unnamed npcs he didn't plan for, or exploding an entire dungeon, Dante never misses a beat. I had an absolute blast playing with him and I can say with certainty that if you sign up for a game with Dante you will laugh, you will cry, and you will play terrible viol solos for passersby.

    Aaron

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We had some last minute canceled reservations for our table today, so if you're looking for a cozy place to play, read, or craft, we're open 'till 10.
It's here!! Our one year anniversary party is today, June 5th. Swing by the shop to get 10% off everything in the store, play some carnival games, do some crafts, or join the charity raffle! We'll be open 1-10 with the raffle drawing at 7. See you
Have you been looking for an excuse to add some whimsy to your life? Everything in our shop - TTRPGs, art, potions, dice, books, minis, paint, jewelry - is 10% off this Friday June 5th for our one year anniversary party! Swing by between 1 and 10 pm
For pride this year, Chance Encounter Games will be supporting our community the same way we do year round: Selling the work of local queer artists (prioritizing paying them for their work over profits), providing a welcoming third space for folks to
We will be closed all weekend starting with an early close on Friday 5/22 at 6pm. Dante's officiating a wedding!
Chance Encounter Games will be closed this weekend (5/16 and 5/17) because we'll be at the U District Street Fair! Come find us across from @gargoylestatuary or when we're back open on Wednesday. @udstreetfair
Absolutely in love with this little guy from @thenailonrealm you could paint your own at their next painting workshop!
Come learn how to paint miniatures today at 6pm! It's only $10 and you even get to take your mini home!
Come learn to paint minis tomorrow May 9th at Chance Encounter Games! The folks from @thenailonrealm will be coaching folks of all experience levels through the basics of miniature painting. $10 gets you individual instruction, materials, and a mini
Every Wednesday evening in May we'll be running D&D 101 workshops at Chance Encounter Games! If you've ever wanted to get into the game, there's no better time than now! Seats are just $10! No experience necessary, and we provide all the material