Jeff Johansen Gender Male Role Quiet Artist Nationality/

Ethnicity Canadian with Norwegian roots DLC Darkness Among Us Voice Actor Filip Ivanovic (Art Director)

Jeff Johansen is one of 23 Survivors currently featured in Dead by Daylight .

He was introduced as the Survivor of CHAPTER X: Darkness Among Us, a Chapter DLC released on 11 December 2018.





Overview

Jeff Johansen is a quiet artist with a heart of gold, standing steadfast against impossible odds. He has a dark past but led a quiet, simple life until his father passed, leaving things to sort out.

His personal Perks, Breakdown , Aftercare , and Distortion , give him observational advantages and help to hide his presence from the Killer.

Difficulty rating: Intermediate

(based on only using his Unique Perks)





Lore

Jeff Johansen was born and raised in Ormond, Alberta. He grew up as a quiet, only child with an aversion for large crowds. During High School, his anxious nature was mislabelled as shyness, which he covered up with a tough, stoic persona that intimidated bullies and teachers alike. At home, he discovered an interest for heavy metal and started a vinyl collection. The evocative symbolism on the covers inspired him to make some art of his own, which helped him cope with his parents' constant fighting.

To escape his parent's increasingly recurrent blow-ups, Jeff started working at a video store. Few customers passed by, so he had a lot of free time to draw. A late-night regular noticed his sketches and asked him to do some artwork for his gang at the abandoned lodge up Mount Ormond. Jeff accepted the challenge and painted a large mural depicting "The Legion" in runny, bloody letters. He was given a fifty-dollar bill and a 12-pack for his hard work. It was his first paid commission, a milestone to be proud of.

After his parents' divorce, Jeff was forced to move with his mother to Winkler, Manitoba, which was miles away from his home town—and his dad. In Winkler, Jeff was more isolated than ever, except for art and music. His solace came shortly after graduating High School when he started working at a local bar with live music performances. He found a roadie gig shortly after, leaving Winkler behind.

A few years later, Jeff got injured after getting involved in a fight during a concert. He was told he could lose part of his eyesight, so his doctor asked him to stay in town in order to monitor him. It was a difficult time during which Jeff re-assessed his life choices.

He went back to school—art school. His eyesight slowly returned, but he had to be careful. He took a few courses, experimenting with a wide range of mediums, ultimately choosing oil painting and digital art, the latter of which offered paid intern-ships. He took up a desk job and found his calling in designing labels for microbreweries. He led a quiet, simple life: he brewed beer, took-in a rescue dog, designed tattoos, and freelanced album covers for bands he liked. All until one morning, when he got a phone call from Ormond saying that his father had passed, leaving a few things to sort out.

Jeff drove all the way back to Ormond. He felt a pang of nostalgia when he reached his late father's house. Inside, there was an old guitar case sitting in against the wall. It held a black, vintage model with a sticky note that said, "for my boy."

He stayed in town longer than he planned to, reminiscing about his childhood. Driving by his former High School, he remembered the mural he painted up Mount Ormond. He bought a 12-pack and headed to the lodge.

After weeks of not hearing back from Jeff, his colleagues assumed that grief had gotten the better of him. His neighbour got tired of sitting his dog, which became more and more agitated as days went by. The dog became a stray again, erring while seeking the familiar trail of Jeff's malty scent.





Jeff's Perks

These are Perks which start off only appearing in Jeff's Bloodweb . After achieving Level 30, Teachable versions of these Perks can be found:

Breakdown - Level 30

- Level 30 Aftercare - Level 35

- Level 35 Distortion - Level 40

Once obtained, other Survivors will be able find Jeff's Perks in their respective Bloodwebs from that point onwards.

Breakdown Any time you are unhooked or unhook yourself, the Hook breaks and the Killer's Aura is shown to you for 4/5/6 seconds. A Hook broken by Breakdown takes 180 seconds to respawn. "'Charge from the Belly of the Beast.'

Here's a sketch/painting on a piece of wood I saw by the side of this road. I felt like it got a story to tell. And it didn't waste its second chance." — Jeff, ink and oil wash on slice of wood, 12x16 Aftercare Unlocks potential in one's Aura-reading ability. You see the Aura of every Survivor that: You rescued from a Hook or who rescued you from one.

or who rescued you from one. You completed a Healing action on or who completed one on you. They also see your Aura. This occurs for up to 1/2/3 Survivor(s). All effects of Aftercare are reset when you are hooked by the Killer. "'A Mercy that Rips the Storm.'

Oil work to honour my best buddies who happen to be the best musicians I know. Their first album is still my favourite. It got me through a dark time in my life." — Jeff, oil on canvas, 16x16 Distortion You start the Trial with 3 Tokens. Whenever the Killer reads your Aura , Distortion activates and a Token is consumed. For the next 6/8/10 seconds while Distortion is activated, your Aura and Scratch Marks will not be shown to the Killer. Distortion does not activate when you are in the Dying State or affected by Traps. "'Death Fooled by the Cloak of Falcon Feathers.'

Sketch inspired by a few sleepless nights during winter. Exploration of Norse mythology: bravery can conceal your flaws, even when you are at your most vulnerable." — Jeff, pencil on tone paper, 12x12





Achievements

Main article: Achievements

There is currently 1 Achievement which is related to Jeff.





Customisation

Players can customise their Character by choosing one outfit style from each category. Blood-stained attire is obtained after Jeff reaches Level 50 and prestiges.

Jeff's attire includes:

Default

Icon Name Body Rarity Description Additional Notes Jeff Common Every day Jeff displays his majestic beard and long, loose hair. Old-School Leather Jacket Common Sturdy old-school leather jacket with two pockets on the outside and one on the inside. The elbows are cushioned for more protection. Base design of Jeff's alt common cosmetics featured in In-Game Store Washed Biker Jeans Common Worn out pair of pants for long nights on the road. Comes with a handy bottle opener. Base design of Jeff's alt common cosmetics featured in In-Game Store

Prestige

Icon Name Body Rarity Description Additional Notes Bloody Jeff Rare Everyday Jeff displays his majestic beard and long, loose hair... dripping with blood. 3rd Prestige Reward Brutal Leather Jacket Rare A sturdy old-school leather jacket with two pockets on the outside and one on the inside... that carries bits of flesh and gut. 1st Prestige Reward Blood Soiled Biker Jeans Rare Worn biker jeans encrusted with blood. Comes with Jeff's soiled beer bottle opener. 2nd Prestige Reward

Event

Icon Name Body Rarity Description Event Exclusive to Event Participation Crown of Entity the Great Event A crown emanating a festive and ominous aura created by the Entity's biggest fan. Fourth Year Anniversary Yes

DLC

Icon Name Body Rarity Description DLC In the Shadow Death Shirt Common There is no telling when his time will come. Only one thing is certain; it will come. Darkness Among Us

Archives

Icon Name Body Rarity Description Outfit Collection Tome Tier Bloody Xmas Rare Nothing compares to getting an iconic, sleeveless, concert shirt. Nothing. No Outfit No Collection 2 66

In-Game Store

Outfits

Expand to view content Icon Name Rarity Description Contents Collection Price Rugged Digital Artist Common A casual, mean look for the artist with a heart of gold. In the Shadow of Death Shirt (Gray) Washed Biker Jeans (Blue) Jeff Essentials 90 1800 Rogue Illustrator Common A casual, mean look for the artist with a heart of gold. In the Shadow of Death Shirt (Red) Washed Biker Jeans (Pale Blue) Jeff Essentials 90 1800 Edgy Oil Painter Common A casual, mean look for the artist with a heart of gold. In the Shadow of Death Shirt (Mauve) Washed Biker Jeans (Black) Jeff Essentials 90 1800 Bohemian Sketcher Common A casual, mean look for the artist with a heart of gold. In the Shadow of Death Shirt (Teal) Washed Biker Jeans (Grey) Jeff Essentials 90 1800 Roadie for the Great Winter Uncommon He can leave the road behind, but their music will always be a part of him. He wears their colors with pride. Nine Worlds Reaper Album Shirt Sturdy Camo Pants Heavy Metal 180 3600 Ex-Roadie for Infinite Deathcycle Uncommon He can leave the road behind, but their music will always be a part of him. He wears their colors with pride. Restless Jörmungandr Album Shirt Ripped Moto Jeans Heavy Metal 180 3600 Ex-Roadie for the Rememberers Uncommon He can leave the road behind, but their music will always be a part of him. He wears their colors with pride. One-eyed Cult Album Shirt Tough Vintage Jeans Heavy Metal 198 Try-Hard Roadie Rare Uprooted from his hometown, the road became his home and music his family. Rookie Do Death Mirror Shirt Ripped Jeans (Dark Blue) On the Road 675 13500 Veteran Roadie Rare Uprooted from his hometown, the road became his home and music his family. Senior Do Terror Pact Shirt Ripped Jeans (Blue) On the Road 743 14850 Black Metal Very Rare Jeff embraces his Norwegian roots and proves he belongs in the exclusive black metal scene. Corpse Paint Spiked Metal Coat Heavyweight Combat Boots Helvete Scythe 1080 New Year Showgoer Very Rare Jeff attended a concert held for the Lunar New Year. The band mostly performed in China so it was their first show in America. Celebratory Style Crimson Rat Jacket Studded Denim and Chains Scarlet Swarm 1080 Gallery Opening Gala Very Rare This is it, the opening of your first exhibition, and it's your moment to shine! Tamed Mane Dress Shirt and Blazer Tuxedo Pants and Boots Gold & Silk 1080 21600 Into the Sunset Very Rare Sometimes all you need is an open highway and no plan at all. Classic Vagabond Grand Havok Leather Highway Denim The Rebel Star 1080 21600 Unhinged Rider Very Rare Disillusioned and alienated by the now dystopian and deserted West Coast, Jeff hit the road never to return. Furious Mane Tactical Vest & Spiked Gauntlets Dark Leather Trousers Mad Road 1080 21600

Heads

Expand to view content Icon Name Rarity Description Outfit Collection Price Rookie Do Rare The promising beginnings of Jeff's lush, mighty beard. Try-Hard Roadie On the Road 250 4500 Senior Do Rare The promising beginnings of Jeff's lush, mighty beard. Veteran Roadie On the Road 275 4950 Celebratory Style Very Rare A man bun with a bulky yet well-trimmed beard that soaked up beer during New Year's festivities. New Year Showgoer Scarlet Swarm 400 Corpse Paint Very Rare He pulls his hair back, draws his eyes black, and smears his face with corpse paint for a pure experience. Black Metal Helvete Scythe 400 Tamed Mane Very Rare There's a time for the rough look and a time for something neater. Slicked back hair and a neatly trimmed beard bring out your sophisticated side. Opening Gallery Gala Gold & Silk 400 7200 Classic Vagabond Very Rare The mature, sliver beard of a man who's seen countless sun rises from the bottom of a bottle. No time to fuss.... tie those stray hairs back and hit the road. Into The Sunset The Rebel Star 400 7200 Furious Mane Very Rare Dark, long mane with a desert bandana mask for protection from sudden sandstorms. Unhinged Rider Mad Road 400 7200

Torsos

Expand to view content Icon Name Rarity Description Outfit Collection Price In the Shadow of Death Shirt (Gray) Common Bring back memories of hazy concerts in Palm Desert. Rugged Digital Artist Jeff Essentials 50 900 In the Shadow of Death Shirt (Red) Common Bring back memories of hazy concerts in Palm Desert. Rogue Illustrator Jeff Essentials 50 900 In the Shadow of Death Shirt (Mauve) Common Bring back memories of hazy concerts in Palm Desert. Edgy Oil Painter Jeff Essentials 50 900 In the Shadow of Death Shirt (Teal) Common Bring back memories of hazy concerts in Palm Desert. Bohemian Sketcher Jeff Essentials 50 900 Nine Worlds Reaper Album Shirt Uncommon Sturdy old-school leather jacket with two pockets on the outside and one on the inside. The elbows are cushioned for more protection. Roadie for the Great Winter Heavy Metal 100 1800 Restless Jörmungandr Album Shirt Uncommon Sturdy old-school leather jacket with two pockets on the outside and one on the inside. The elbows are cushioned for more protection. Ex-Roadie for the Infinite Deathcycle Heavy Metal 100 1800 One-Eyed Cult Album Shirt Uncommon Sturdy old-school leather jacket with two pockets on the outside and one on the inside. The elbows are cushioned for more protection. Ex-Roadie for the Rememberers Heavy Metal 110 Death Mirror Shirt Rare Nothing compares to getting an iconic, sleeveless, concert shirt. Nothing. Try-Hard Roadie On the Road 250 4500 Terror Pact Shirt Rare Nothing compares to getting an iconic, sleeveless, concert shirt. Nothing. Veteran Roadie On the Road 275 4950 Death's Head Rare The pure power, and sense-filling fury, of a metal concert. Rendered in a lovely soft 4-ply wool. No Outfit Ugly Sweaters 250 4500 Crimson Rat Jacket Very Rare This vintage leather jacket was customized with the rat logo created by the band's lead singer. New Year Showgoer Scarlet Swarm 400 Spiked Metal Coat Very Rare Hardcore coat with buckles and spiked sleeves inspired by the Norwegian battle gear of the Dark Ages. Comes with a silver necklace and a bullet belt. Black Metal Helvete Scythe 400 Dress Shirt and Blazer Very Rare It's easy to disappear into a crowd when in a suit. Show that you're an artistic individual with personalize touches, like this gold trim and chain. Gallery Opening Gala Gold & Silk 400 7200 Grand Havok Leather Very Rare A thick jacket that could conceivably absorb the impact of road rash. The band emblazoned on the back may not have been the best death metal band out of Denton, but they still knew how to shred. Into The Sunset The Rebel Star 400 7200 Tactical Vest & Spiked Gauntlets Very Rare Spiked bracers and armored vest with leather harnesses to hold the ammo he severely lacks. Unhinged Rider Mad Road 400 7200

Legs

Expand to view content Icon Name Rarity Description Outfit Collection Price Washed Biker Jeans (Blue) Common An old pair of ragged jeans that survived all kinds of ordeals through the years. Rugged Digital Artist Jeff Essentials 50 900 Washed Biker Jeans (Pale Blue) Common An old pair of ragged jeans that survived all kinds of ordeals through the years. Rugged Digital Artist Jeff Essentials 50 900 Washed Biker Jeans (Black) Common An old pair of ragged jeans that survived all kinds of ordeals through the years. Rugged Digital Artist Jeff Essentials 50 900 Washed Biker Jeans (Grey) Common An old pair of ragged jeans that survived all kinds of ordeals through the years. Rugged Digital Artist Jeff Essentials 50 900 Sturdy Camo Pants Uncommon Worn out pair of pants for long nights on the road. Comes with a handy bottle opener. Roadie for the Great Winter Heavy Metal 100 1800 Ripped Moto Jeans Uncommon Worn out pair of pants for long nights on the road. Comes with a handy bottle opener. Ex-Roadie for the Infinite Deathcycle Heavy Metal 100 1800 Tough Vintage Jeans Uncommon Worn out pair of pants for long nights on the road. Comes with a handy bottle opener. Ex-Roadie for the Rememberers Heavy Metal 110 Ripped Jeans (Dark Blue) Rare Jeff bought this pair of pants ages ago in a town he doesn't remember. Comes with a chain for those hazy nights when he couldn't find his wallet. Oh wait, it's right there. Try-Hard Roadie On the Road 250 4500 Ripped Jeans (Blue) Rare Jeff bought this pair of pants ages ago in a town he doesn't remember. Comes with a chain for those hazy nights when he couldn't find his wallet. Oh wait, it's right there. Veteran Roadie On the Road 275 4950 Studded Denim & Chains Very Rare Studded denims to match the band's edgy style at the concert. New Year Showgoer Scarlet Swarm 400 Heavyweight Combat Boots Very Rare High-laced combat boots that reach the hem of a loose black pants. These boots will trample over fire and broken glass. Black Metal Helvete Scythe 400 Tuxedo Pants and Boots Very Rare The pants may be timeless and elegant, but the roadie boots reveal a storied past that are sure to be a talking point. Gallery Opening Gala Gold & Silk 400 7200 Highway Denim Very Rare Kevlar reinforced jeans made specifically for saving bikers. The skull buckle is there to taunt Death. Into The Sunset The Rebel Star 400 7200 Dark Leather Trousers Very Rare Leather trousers cut in a jeans pattern with tactical holsters carrying an oily rag. Unhinged Rider Mad Road 400 7200

DLC

Main article: Downloadable Content

Jeff is currently part of 1 DLC package:

Available DLC

Unavailable DLC

None





Trivia

The full name of Jeff Johansen is "Jeffrey 'Jeff' Johansen" , revealed in his Chapter Spotlight.

is , revealed in his Chapter Spotlight. He is voiced by Filip Ivanovic (Art Director), who voiced several of the Killers in Dead by Daylight .

. In the description of the Black Metal collection, it is revealed that Jeff has Norwegian roots.





Gallery

For more go to Jeff's Gallery



