Jason Pitcairn
The mage Guild Dungeon Master
High Mage of the Guild
Loremaster of The Ethereum
Well Met!
I have been a player since 2002 and a GM since 2013. I started running games in college with friends before becoming an Adventure League GM for local game stores. When I worked in the outdoor education industry I would bring games into the wilderness. This life led me to an isolated cabin in the woods where I created an original and expansive fantasy realm: a gritty, yet whimsical setting called Rise of the Damned.
My online games include customized battle-maps, audio ambience, custom player-controlled assets, enthusiastic voice acting, and more! In addition to hosting games online, I GM at game stores, parties, company sponsored events, and private homes.
What keeps me coming back to the table every week is how a group of creative, fun-loving people can elevate any story and make it truly unique. My work is only elevated by the stories of others; I hope to hear yours!
DM Style
Depth
Deep lore will paint an epic background to the PCs' stories and hold relevance in their adventures.
Collaboration
PCs have a high amount of autonomy and input; your decisions will have tangible consequences and directly affect the story.
Challenge
Tactical and rewarding combat will yield to impactful RP interactions.
Immersion
NPCs are voiced and background audio helps place you in the setting.
Awareness
I am not perfect! I welcome players advocating for their characters and their abilities. We are all playing together to create a fun and meaningful story for everyone.
How it all began
Summer 2002
Spring 2013
Summer 2015
Summer 2017
August 17, 2020
September 21, 2023
September 3, 2025
September 3, 2025
My dad introduces me to Dungeons and Dragons for the first time.
I begin to run games for my fraternity brothers in the chapter room of our gothic mansion.
I am made an Adventure League Dungeon Master.
The Rise of the Damned game-world begins construction. The first piece of lore-craft is a sketch of the map that would become the northern hemisphere of Kǝʂän.
Launch of the first Rise of the Damned: Return to Darkness campaign.
Launch of the second Rise of the Damned: Return to Darkness campaign.
Completion of the first Rise of the Damned: Return to Darkness campaign.
Launch of themageguild.net website.