Every epic tale begins with a hero, and in our scenario, that hero is Kenny Ho, a freelance film stylist who turned *Dungeons & Dragons* into a revenue-generating machine. That’s right, no longer just a pastime for socially awkward teens—now it’s a shrewd business strategy. Imagine tackling your rent with a dragon’s hoard of dice!
By night, Kenny has formed a D&D syndicate with fellow enthusiasts Shaan Jivan, 28, Sam Lawes, 37, and Josh Saco, 49. Together, they birthed RPG Taverns—an establishment designed for those who’d rather roll dice than do adulting. Don’t fret if you’re not familiar with *D&D*; it’s that fantastical game stealing the spotlight in *Stranger Things*, where kids engage in demonic dealings and questionable life choices.
Now, picture this: Kenny, tired of gaming bars that just don’t quite get how to cater to the needs of a full-blown fantasy campaign, decided it was high time to pitch the idea of a proper pub for players. Thanks to a group text that was possibly sent over a pint or two, RPG Taverns was born. And like any great idea—like peanut butter on chocolate—it just made sense.
“I just picked up the phone — and everyone jumped at it,” Kenny told *Metro.co.uk*, sounding a bit too dramatic for the context. They realized they had assembled a *Voltron* of skills: Kenny’s got the creative juice, Shaan can crunch numbers like a finance ninja, Sam knows marketing like the back of his hand, and Josh whispers sweet nothings to urns of liquid courage. This is the A-Team of taverns.
I can almost hear the collective cry of relief from the gaming community, as RPG Taverns offers what traditional bars are sorely lacking: ample space for a 12-hour campaign without bumping elbows or running out of snacks. Both leisure seekers and novices alike can find suitable slots to unleash their inner wizard or rogue without feeling like they’ve wandered into a high-stakes game of *Musical Chairs*.
Four friends, one shared vision, and a cleverly pooled financial strategy had them using personal savings instead of a festive lottery win. They quickly began to rise from the ashes with impressive revenues—between £15k-£35k a month. They even managed to rely on the community for support, as friends pitched in supplies, giving the venue an irresistible DIY vibe—and a persistent smell of glue.
“Life is good; we’re making strides in unchartered territory,” Kenny mused—but there’s always a catch, isn’t there? They’re facing the good-old problem of *Success Conundrum*: growing too fast and all that jazz. Between hosting gaming nights and juggling full-time jobs, they’re on a tightrope performing a balancing act worthy of a circus.
Despite reeling in success faster than a critical hit, they remain humble and ever-so grateful to their community. If RPG Taverns were a school, it would surely earn accolades for teamwork, cooperation, and overall good vibes. While they still hold onto their day jobs for now—after all, one must pay the bills—it’s only a matter of time before they roll the dice on leveling up this flourishing enterprise.
