Carlo Angelo Gonzales
Dungeon Master for Hire
I run D&D 5e games, in-person or online, for casual one-shots, ongoing campaigns, and team-building sessions.
What You Get at My Table
Whether you need a single night of chaos for a birthday, a long-running campaign for a regular group, or a team-building session that actually gets people talking, I run games built around the table in front of me, not a script that forces itself into everyone. Every session follows the official 5e rules, so what you get is a real game, not an improv exercise with dice.
What Kind of Dungeon Master Am I?
I’ve been running D&D games since 2018, and over the years I’ve developed a style that leans heavily into world-building, tactical combat, and giving players room to make their own decisions.
I love building my own settings and adventures, which is why I tend to prefer homebrew over pre-built campaigns. I enjoy putting players in difficult situations, designing encounters that reward strategy, and seeing what happens when the party inevitably comes up with a solution I didn’t expect.
When it comes to role-playing, I focus on responding to what my players give me and making their characters feel like they belong in the world we’re building together. I want their choices, interactions, and relationships with the world to matter.
Ultimately, I prepare the world, the encounters, and the problems. What happens next belongs to the players.
Types of Sessions I Run
Not every group is looking for the same kind of D&D experience. Some just want a fun night with friends, while others want a campaign they can return to regularly. I also run sessions for groups looking to use D&D as a team-building activity.
One-Shots
Self-contained sessions for casual groups, birthdays, or first-timers who want to try D&D without a long-term commitment. No prior experience needed, characters and rules are covered before play starts.
Ongoing Campaigns
Long-term storytelling for groups who want to build a world and characters together over multiple sessions, with a story that actually gets to a real ending instead of fizzling out.
Corporate & Team-Building
Structured sessions designed for teams, using collaborative problem-solving and roleplay as a low-pressure way to build communication and trust. Delivered in-person or fully online for distributed teams.
Charisse K.
“I’ve always been scared to try D&D because I heard there were a lot of complex rules and setups, but having Carlo as our dungeon master was such a great help. He was patient in explaining the ins and outs of the character building prior to the introduction session, and answered all my questions, even the somewhat stupid ones. Going to the actual game, I was scared because I didn’t know too much the people that I was going to play with, but it was truly a fun experience. Would play again 1000/100.”
Luke A.
“I’d like to give a huge shoutout to Mr. Carlo Gonzales for being an outstanding Dungeon Master. He’s taken us through countless adventures, and every single session has been an absolute blast. Whether we’re laughing at our own terrible decisions or barely surviving an impossible encounter, there’s never a dull moment when Carlo is behind the DM screen.
He knows exactly when to be kind and when to show absolutely no mercy—which makes every victory feel earned and every defeat memorable. He puts a ton of effort into preparing each campaign, creating immersive worlds and stories that fit what the group enjoys. You can really tell he’s passionate about improving his craft and giving everyone the best D&D experience possible.
Simply put, if you ever get the chance to have Carlo as your Dungeon Master, take it. You’re in for an unforgettable adventure. DM Carlo FTW!”
Gene S.
“I always look forward to a Carlo-led D&D session. Whether it’s a full campaign…a one-shot…an AL…or a Homebrew, Carlo is meticulous when it comes to world-building, encounters and story-telling, while ensuring that his players have the most important element of D&D present: fun.
There are a lot of oh-shit-what-was-that-hell-yeah instants when it comes to his DMing style, with the occasional heartstring-tugging moments.
I hope I get to join his table again. It’s always an immersive and memorable good time.”
Nico C.
“His professional background in media really shows in the effort he puts into building scenes in TaleSpire or whatever the party’s choice of VTT is. Personally, I think he is great with campaigns that lean into the hero’s journey, as he can balance storytelling and combat really well.”
About Your Dungeon Master
I’m Carlo, a Dungeon Master who has been running D&D 5e games since 2018. Most of my games are homebrew because world-building is one of my favorite parts of being a DM. I enjoy creating settings, encounters, characters, and stories that give players plenty of room to decide where the adventure actually goes.
Outside the table, my background is in digital marketing, content, and project management. That experience carries over into how I prepare and run games, particularly when it comes to planning sessions, organizing campaigns, coordinating groups, and using digital tools to bring encounters to life.
At the end of the day, I want people leaving my table talking about what just happened and looking forward to the next session.
Ready to Roll?
Whether you’re planning a one-shot with friends, looking for a Dungeon Master for an ongoing campaign, or organizing a team-building session, tell me what you have in mind and let’s see what we can put together.