In 1981, I received the red box D&D Basic Set as a gift, not knowing that it would turn into a lifelong hobby. Since then, role-playing games have been a constant catalyst for meeting new people, building ongoing friendships, and creating collaborative entertainment. I have been a professional educator for 22 years and it is a joy to bring that experience to help build inclusive communities where folks new to the hobby can begin their adventures in the world of Dungeons & Dragons.