Affecting Bedtime Story: The Tale of the Sleep-Deprived Dungeon Master

Mason Riverwind

Updated Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it's often the little things that bring the most joy and comfort. A recent social media post from the series "Insomnia Adventures" has captured hearts with a touching story about a Dungeon Master (DM) who went above and beyond to help a friend's child fall asleep.

The post begins with the DM, affectionately known as 'dumb dumb mister' by the preschooler, receiving a late-night call from one of his players. Despite it being midnight, the player, in a moment of desperation, asks for a favor: to tell a bedtime story to his daughter who loves listening to the DM's game sessions.

Surprised and touched by the request, the DM agrees. The little girl, delighted to hear from 'uncle Anon,' eagerly listens as the DM improvises a thrilling tale about a cursed temple and a frost dragon egg. The story, filled with the DM's unique plot twists and character voices, captivates the young listener until she falls asleep.

The post has garnered numerous comments from users who were moved by the affecting story. One user exclaimed, "This is so sweet. You’re a good dumb dumb mister 🤍". Another shared a personal anecdote, "I self-narrated my audiobook and put it on Audible. It hasn't sold much, but my kids listen to it every night when they go to sleep. That's priceless."

The story highlights the power of storytelling and the special bond between a Dungeon Master and his players, extending even to the next generation. As one commenter wisely noted, "Providing genuine help to someone who needs it is a hugely soothing tonic for a busy, troublesome mind. For his sake, I hope they both - the kiddo and Dumb Dumb Mister - slept well that night."

This affecting tale of the sleep-deprived Dungeon Master reminds us all of the profound impact that small acts of kindness can have on the lives of others. Whether it's through a bedtime story or a thoughtful gesture, these moments of connection and care are what truly make life magical.

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Top Comments from Imgur

ThemApplesNYC

This is so sweet. You’re a good dumb dumb mister 🤍

CaptnVatka

Love this story every time it's posted.

S****ycabbages

I don't know what either of these men look like, and I'm smitten. That was so wholseome

apachon

dumb dumb miste

ramarins

Read that for the first time years ago. Now I have a 3yo and find myself making up a story everyday. My brain is fried, but he loves it.

BenK****er

I self-narrated my audiobook and put it on Audible. It hasn't sold much, but my kids listen to it every night when they go to sleep. That's priceless. It's why I'm going to self-narrate my 2nd book soon.

KiwiGameDev

I strive each and every session to be the best dumb dumb mister I can

elhigh

Providing genuine help to someone who needs it is a hugely soothing tonic for a busy, troublesome mind. For his sake, I hope they both - the kiddo and Dumb Dumb Mister - slept well that night.

BlitzerRhames

When my twin nephews were toddlers, my bro had them record a video saying hi uncle Adam. Well at the end one said Bubble B*** at the end and the other burst out laughing. My brother still doesn't hear it. Everyone else does

JCBalance

Gotta be cool knowing your kid's favorite bedtime stories are ones that you're in.

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