Dungeons & Dragons Art & Arcana [Special Edition, Boxed Book & Ephemera Set] : A Visual History

Dungeons & Dragons Art & Arcana [Special Edition, Boxed Book & Ephemera Set] : A Visual History
ISBN: 9780399582752
Publication Date: 23 October 2018

Dungeons & Dragons is one of the most iconic and pervasive gaming franchises in the world. It is a seminal RPG (role-playing game) and the inspiration for video games like World of Warcraft and Zelda, fantasy art, and countless other facets of "geek culture." This officially licensed illustrated history provides an unprecedented look at the visual evolution of the game, showing its continued influence on the worlds of pop culture and fantasy. It features more than 700 pieces of artwork--from each edition of the game's core books, supplements, and modules; decades of Dragon and Dungeon magazines; classic advertisements and merchandise; and never-before-seen sketches, large-format canvases, rare photographs, one-of-a-kind drafts and more from the now-famous designers and artists associated with the game. The superstar author team gained unparalleled access to the archives of Wizards of the Coast and the personal collections of top collectors, as well as the designers and illustrators who created the distinctive characters, concepts, and visuals that have defined fantasy art and gameplay for generations. This is the most comprehensive collection of D&D imagery ever assembled, making it the ultimate collectible for the game's millions of fans around the world.

**A deluxe, special edition package containing art prints, ephemera, andtheillustrated guide to the history and evolution of the beloved role-playing game as told through the paintings, sketches, and illustrations behind its creation, growth, and continued popularity.

FINALIST FOR THE HUGO AWARD . FINALIST FOR THE LOCUS AWARD . NOMINATED FOR THE DIANA JONES AWARD** From one of the most iconic game brands in the world, this official DUNGEO...