- Director - Animator - Producer - Writer Born and raised in Washington state. Creator of Griptape Havok and Knighthood.

The ENNIE Awards (the “ENNIES”) are an annual, fan-driven celebration of excellence in tabletop roleplaying games. Dedicated to recognizing outstanding achievement, the ENNIES honor the designers, writers, artists, and publishers whose creativity and passion shape the hobby. As a true people’s choice award, final winners are determined by online votes from the global gaming community. Founded in 2001, the ENNIES began as an online awards program hosted by EN World, the leading D&D/d20 system fan site, in partnership with Eric Noah’s Unofficial D&D 3rd Edition News. Originally owned by Russ Morrissey until 2019, the awards have grown alongside the hobby itself. What started as an internet-based recognition program has evolved into a prestigious annual awards ceremony held at Gen Con. Over the years, the ENNIES have expanded beyond their d20 roots to celebrate excellence across the full spectrum of tabletop roleplaying games. With categories recognizing everything from core game components to beloved product types, fan-driven websites, and more, the ENNIES provide fans with a meaningful way to acknowledge exceptional work—and to say “thank you”—to the creators who make tabletop roleplaying games extraordinary.

I’m Joe Root, a marketing and content marketer currently working with a leading packaging firm in Australia. I specialize in creating content strategies that help brands tell their stories, engage their audiences, and drive results. With a strong background in digital marketing and branding, I enjoy turning ideas into impactful campaigns that build trust and authority. When I’m not working on packaging-related projects, I’m exploring new trends in marketing and finding innovative ways to help businesses grow.  

Hi, there! I'm Aaron Waite, and I read and write books! I also overuse exclamation points because they look friendly in corporate settings! I can't stop! Please help! Send an interrobang to break it up!

I'm a multi-award-winning screenwriter and published author specializing in emotionally resonant storytelling. I am a student at SNHU majoring in Creative English and Screenwriting.

Hazel E. Baumgartner is an artist, musician, and horror author. She has previously published short horror stories on Reddit (primarily r/nosleep and r/shortscarystories), and has one book out so far (The Woods: A Horror Novel, released November 2, 2024). Additionally, she has released two albums and a compilation as Hazel Bee, and creates visual art. Hazel lives in Colorado with her two cats, Hercules and Persephone.