What size groups are you most comfortable DMing for?

[Desdichado]

I've done 6 and even 7 for one shots and it's fine. For a long-running campaign, though, I prefer 3-5. Any less than that, and if one person can't make it, the whole session's a bust and has to be cancelled. Any more than that and it's tricky to give every character his chance to shine.

I always laugh at older editions which gave advice somewhere along the lines of having up to 20 players. Cra-zee!

 

[diaglo]

20 is optimal

 

[Nebulous]

That curve is exactly what i expected. 4-5 players is the sweet spot.

 

[noffham]

I voted nine as my absolute max. I've run groups of up to 12 (playing 2nd ed.) but never again. Way too much to keep track of.

Optimally, I'd say 5 or 6. Gives a solid party without anyone having to play two characters or have too many henchmen/NPCs.

 

[Asmor]

That curve is exactly what i expected. 4-5 players is the sweet spot.

Honestly, I knew from the start what this poll would end up being like. I specifically made it just to see the sweet bell curve. Yes, I am that geeky.