The Guild

Meet Renee, the charismatic founder and enigmatic figurehead of Dragons, Dungeons, and Drinks. A master of illusions and storytelling, Renee has been weaving tales and building communities since founding DD&D in May 2023. In just over a year, she has inspired over 500 adventurers to become heroes and guided more than 50 adventurers on their journey to become DD&D GMs Renee's passion for creating accessible and inclusive spaces stems from her recognition of two challenges: the difficulty of making friends as an adult and the often intimidating nature of D&D for newcomers. Her solution? Building a community based on a strong code of conduct and a commitment to welcoming players of all backgrounds and experience levels. When asked to describe her GMing style in three words, Renee opts for "Challenging, Strategic, and Suspenseful" She excels at creating vivid, immersive worlds that adapt to her players' choices, ensuring that every session is a unique and memorable experience. One of Renee's most memorable gaming moments showcases her ability to embrace the unexpected. During a late-stage Curse of Strahd game, her lighthearted and gregarious Celestial Cleric witnessed a hag kill two of her fellow party members. In response, Renee's character Scar went on an epic rampage, resurrecting her friends, destroying the hag, defeating Strahd, and nearly becoming the new Dark Lady of Barovia. This moment exemplifies Renee's belief in the power of storytelling and character development in D&D. At the core of Renee's philosophy for Dragons, Dungeons, and Drinks is a commitment to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment. "For better or for worse, this was my idea," Renee often says with a smile. "Be respectful, be kind, share the space, challenge with compassion, be excellent to each other, and if unsure, just ask." Under Renee's leadership, DD&D has grown from a small group of 30 adventurers to a thriving community of over 700. Her ability to build a community of kind and talented people is unparalleled, and her vision continues to shape the inclusive and exciting world of Dragons, Dungeons, and Drinks. Join us in celebrating Grand Mastress Renee and the incredible growth of our community. Here's to many more adventures ahead!