Hi there — I’m Gabriella Johnston, and if you’ve been reading guides or updates here on barbaracasasola.com, then you’ve already seen a bit of my work. I thought it was time to tell you more about who’s behind the posts, and why I built this site in the first place.
My WoW Story (So Far)
I started playing World of Warcraft in 2006 after hearing about it from a friend who wouldn’t stop talking about something called “Molten Core.” At the time, I had no idea what a raid was or what DPS meant. I rolled a Human Warlock, got completely lost in Duskwood, and spent hours figuring out what all the stats on my gear actually did.
But I was hooked.
Since then, I’ve played every expansion, joined all kinds of guilds, and learned the game the way most people do — by messing things up and trying again. I’ve been through late-night raids, failed pug runs, and those long farming sessions where you wonder if that rare mount even exists. Over time, I picked up a lot of knowledge — and eventually, I started writing it down.
Why I Built This Site
I created barbaracasasola.com to give players something that’s become rare: WoW content written by someone who still plays. Not a company. Not a farmed-out team. Just me.
Everything you see here is based on my own in-game testing and playtime. When a patch drops, I log in. When a dungeon changes, I run it. I don’t repost from other sites or chase trends. I write about what actually works, what feels good to play, and what’s worth your time.
I try to keep things simple — no overloaded posts, no vague advice, no filler. Just useful info for real players, whether you’re pushing Mythic+ or just trying to set up your UI the right way.
What I Play
I’ve played most classes, but I always come back to Warlock, Druid, or Priest. Lately, I’ve been raiding as a Resto Druid and running keys as Affliction. I also enjoy crafting, collecting transmogs, and doing old content for achievements (yes, I’m one of those players).
I raid twice a week with a mid-core guild on EU servers. We don’t chase world rankings, but we clear Heroic and dip into Mythic when the team’s in sync. I spend a lot of time in the Auction House too — flipping materials, stocking up before patches, and occasionally making gold by accident.
A Bit About Me
Outside of WoW, I live in Norwich, UK. It’s a small but peaceful city, and I enjoy the quiet pace of life here. I live in a terraced house with my two dogs, Jasper and Cookie. I work full-time on this site and do some freelance writing on the side.
When I’m not in-game or writing for the site, I like reading crime fiction, going on long walks with the dogs, and trying new recipes (with mixed results). I don’t stream, and I don’t use social media for this project — I prefer to focus on the writing and the game.
You Can Always Reach Me
I read every email that comes through, and I reply personally. If you want to ask a question, suggest a topic, or just say thanks — I appreciate it all. Here’s how to get in touch:
📧 info@barbaracasasola.com
📍 18 Angel Road, Norwich NR3 3HP, United Kingdom
📞 +44 7523 486910
Thanks for taking the time to get to know the person behind the screen. If you’ve found something helpful here, that means everything to me. And if you ever have feedback or need help with a build, a dungeon, or your UI — you know where to find me.
See you in Azeroth,
Gabriella
Owner & Writer – barbaracasasola.com