Meet The Team
JUSTIN BARRON
he/him
Owner, Lead Game Master
With a background in theatre, Justin loves to lean into the performative and immersive aspects of gaming. A forever GM by choice, one of his favorite things is bringing new players into the hobby. While playing TTRPGs, he emphasizes collaborative storytelling above all and seeks to create a safe space where everyone can live out their magical fantasies.
Justin's favorite TTRPGs change constantly but currently are Household, Daggerheart, and Outgunned.
JOSHUA BARRON
he/him
Lead Game Designer, Game Master
Josh started playing TTRPGs in 2016 with D&D 5e. Since then, he has become fully invested in all types of gaming, be it TTRPGs, board games, card games, war games, or even video games. Currently, Josh is a computer science graduate student at Kansas State University but when he is back home in KC he loves getting to share in the excitement of TBKC events with this community.
Josh's favorite TTRPG right now is The Last Caravan.
AIDAN ROBBINS-WAGNER
he/him
Game Master
After playing countless RPG video games, Aidan tried out D&D with a friend of a friend and fell in love with its depth and open-endedness. Since then, Aidan has convinced, coerced, married, or otherwise tricked multiple friends into playing these games with him week after week. Outside of TTRPGs, Aidan loves to cook, hike, and watch scary movies. He has yet to meet someone in the TBKC community that he didn't hit it off with!
Aidan's favorite TTRPGs are currently Mothership and Deathmatch Island.
ANDY WARNER
he/him
Game Master, Mini-Painter
Andy started his TTRPG journey shortly after college when a friend's D&D group needed an extra player. Quickly, he found himself hooked on Critical Role and leading his own table. Outside of GMing, Andy is a talented painter of miniatures and fantastic dad/husband. He cherishes his many friendships that have grown through gaming with TBKC and looks forward to even more friendships in the days to come!
Andy's favorite TTRPG is D&D, but Daggerheart has rapidly burrowed into his psyche!
BETH WITSKEN
she/her
Cosplay Crafter, Game Master
With a lifelong interest in fantasy and theatre, Beth got into TTRPGs in 2017 thanks to The Adventure Zone. As a GM with TBKC, Beth loves being a part of the imaginative worlds everyone creates together. Outside of GMing, Beth is a licensed commercial interior designer but more importantly, she is a great lover of COSPLAY! As a talented seamstress and designer, Beth is getting better and better with each costume.
Beth's favorite TTRPGs are D&D, Daggerheart, and (more recently) Fabula Ultima.
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EMMA CARTER
she/her
Game Master
As a playwright, Emma is no stranger to what makes a quality story. Starting her TTRPG journey in 2017 with the Tipsy Bard himself, Emma got hooked and has been GMing ever since. She loves the genuine care the GMs put in to making sure everyone feels welcome, safe, and respected, regardless of experience. Outside of gaming, Emma loves audiobooks and getting witchy in the garden with her pup and two cats.
Emma's favorite TTRPGs are Perils & Princesses, My Little Pony: Tales of Equestria, & Animon Story.
KELLI HERROD
she/her
Cosplay Crafter, Mini-Painter
As a kid, Kelli collected cool shiny math rocks but it wasn't until playing D&D in college that she really got into the hobby. Kelli is a professional artist, set designer, and works full time at The Rabbit Hole. She is also active in the KC Pinball and Star Wars Cosplay communities. No matter where she is working, Kelli loves the people she gets to meet in welcoming communities like this one.
Kelli's favorite TTRPG is D&D 5e - she loves the Animal Adventures and Eberron settings.
LEENA NABULSI
she/her
Game Master
Leena fell in love with D&D in college and found herself becoming a forever GM shortly after. Ten years later, she has expanded her range of game options but has never lost that original passion for the game. A high school science teacher by day, Leena joined Tipsy Bard as an excuse to run more of the obscure games she cherishes but has since become a constant contributor no matter the system.
Leena's favorite TTRPGs are Daggerheart, Candela Obscura, and D&D.
MICHAEL POLELEYEV
he/him
Game Designer, Game Master
Michael has quickly excelled at GMing despite only starting three years ago. He loves being able to tell good stories with a supportive community that welcomes all who sit down at the table. Michael runs an entertainment company called Funcertainty Box and is a performer for the American Immersion Theater and the Renaissance Faire, among others. He also kicks butt in Disney Lorcana on weekends.
Michael's current favs include Monster of the Week, The Quiet Year, and Deathmatch Island.
ROSE BLACKFORD
she/they
Community Director, Game Master
With a background in theatre, Rose got into TTRPGs as a way to bond with her dad. Shifting into GMing, she enjoys bringing fun and unique characters to life. Rose has been an active member of the TBKC community since falling in love with the interactive theatre aspects of their events. When not GMing, Rose can be found painting minis, fixing computers, and singing with/supporting Choral Spectrum Kansas City.
Rose's favorite TTRPGs are D&D, Marvel Multiverse RPG, and Star Trek TTRPG.
ZACK ENGLAND
he/him
Game Master
Long, long ago, Zack began his journey in gaming with D&D 2nd Edition. However, it wasn't until 5th edition came out that he was able to form a lasting group (one that still plays together to this day!) Zack loves the TBKC community for it's inclusivity, enthusiasm, and genuine care for one another. Outside of TTRPGs, he works in software development, reads books, and loves on his dog, Charlie.
Zack's favorite TTRPGs are currently Stormlight Archive RPG, Blade Runner, and Daggerheart.
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