Sammy (she/her) is the founder of Dungeons & Cabins. She’s a professional DM bringing in years of conceptual, narrative, and event experience from being a creative director for major brands like Kia, Netflix, and Jack in the Box and has been performing and teaching improv comedy in Los Angeles for a decade. As a DM, she abides by a reasonable rule of cool, a touch of humor, and always roots for the heroes. Even if her dice don’t. Sorry ‘bout it. She also loves welcoming newbies into the game, so if you’ve never played, pull up a chair.

Johnny Stanton (he/him) is a former NFL player turned D&D nerd. Having appeared on Dropout shows like Dirty Laundry and Adventuring Academy, as well as being the co-creator of the TTRPG games company Crimson Herald, Johnny brings a well-rounded and fun approach to the Dungeon & Cabins experience.

James Haeck (they/them) is an independent game designer whose works include Tal'Dorei Reborn (Darrington Press), Strongholds & Followers (MCDM) and Waterdeep: Dragon Heist (Wizards of the Coast).

They have also worked as the lead writer for D&D Beyond, creating hundreds of one-shot encounters, New Player Guides, and guides to squeezing every last bit of roleplaying potential out of monsters from mind flayers to devils. Now, they continue designing games independently using the fifth edition system and others, while also creating video essays about tabletop game design on their YouTube channel: @jamesjhaeck.

Zach (he/him) is a professional DM who runs RPGs for players of all ages. His games are known to have a strong focus on character, giving players opportunities to drive the story. He is a classically trained actor and tours an educational play to high schools across Southern California, spreading awareness about several mental health topics. Zach brings this same level of passion and sensitivity to every game he runs.

Eliam (he/him) has been playing D&D for over 8 years. During this time, he’s dedicated himself to being a fervid storyteller, and more so, honing the craft of being a Dungeon Master. Using his passion for history, Eliam enjoys running campaigns with a central question in mind: How do a character’s actions and their consequences shape the future of their world? As a DM, Eliam strives to create a fun, welcoming environment around the table, where players of all skill-levels feel comfortable affecting and telling the story.

Cate, AKA: Catieosaurus (she/they) is a full-time content creator, a certified sex educator, and a mental health advocate, with ADHD. As an avid gamer, Dungeons & Dragons player, and professional TTRPG performer, she is passionate about opening conversations about neurodiversity and accessibility into the gaming community. She also didn’t grow up as an outdoors kid, but is excited to get outside and touch grass with a bunch of other nerds.