General:Wynne McLaughlin

Wynne McLaughlin

Role(s)	Designer, Writer
Zenimax Online Studios tenure	Jun 2012–Jun 2021^[1]
Alias(es)	ZOS_WynneMcLaughlin

Wynne McLaughlin was the lead writer and narrative designer at ZeniMax Online Studios throughout the 2010s and early 2020s.

He wrote the entirety of the game's Main Quest at ship. He managed the Editorial department and recruited, mentored, and lead a team of Narrative Designers, ensuring the quality of writing within and associated with the project, including marketing, web, and community content. Wynne worked in concert with the Lead Loremaster to ensure fictional and intellectual property was consistent. He also worked directly with Systems Design, UI Design, Audio, and Localization to support voice-over recording and localization efforts for the release of multiple DLC game packs and a new game chapter, annually.^[1] He wrote hireling dialogue for Gavin Gavonne, and worked with Jonathan To on Pacrooti's dialogue.^[2] He created the character of Cadwell for John Cleese.^[3]

Bill Slavicsek took over from Wynne as Lead Writer following his departure. Wynne now works at Intrepid Studios as Senior Narrative Designer on Ashes of Creation.