Art & Arcana is 40 Years Of D&D Art In One Amazing Book – Out Now
Art and Arcana released yesterday, gathering together ore than 40 years of Dungeons and Dragons art–art from every edition, from novels and modules, all of it gathered in one beautiful book.
Dungeons and Dragons has been inspiring gamers for ore than forty years now. And you can own some of that storied history in the form of Art and Arcana. Part of what makes D&D so magical is the artwork of talented people at the top of their game–whether a classic piece like this one from the legendary Larry Elmore:
…to some of Tony DiTerlizzi’s finest work out of Planescape–an unusual but defining moment in his art as well as D&D’s imagery.
Or perhaps you grew up inspired by the art (and stories) that graced Dragonlance’s myriad novels…
Whatever world(s) you love–you’ll find them here, in this gorgeous book–available with the classic Larry Elmore cover, or with a special collector’s edition cover designed by Hyrdo74.
via Wizards of the Coast
Art & Arcana: Special Edition – $125
A deluxe, special edition package containing posters, ephemera, and the illustrated 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.
From one of the most iconic game brands in the world, this official Dungeons & Dragons illustrated history provides an unprecedented look at the visual evolution of the brand, showing its continued influence on the worlds of pop culture and fantasy. Inside the book, you’ll find more than seven hundred pieces of artwork—from each edition of the core role-playing books, supplements, and adventures; as well as Forgotten Realms and Dragonlance novels; decades of Dragon and Dungeon magazines; and classic advertisements and merchandise; plus 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 Dungeons & Dragons.
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 this the ultimate collectible for the game’s millions of fans around the world.
AdvertisementContained inside a clamshell featuring original illustrations by superstar D&D artist Hydro74, this special edition includes 10 re-creations of classic Dungeons & Dragons artwork ready for framing, as well as a pamphlet-sized, unpublished original version of the game’s most infamous adventure module and deathtrap Tomb of Horrors, written by Dungeons & Dragons co-creator Gary Gygax.
Art & Arcana – $50
An illustrated guide to the history and evolution of the beloved role-playing game told through the paintings, sketches, illustrations, and visual ephemera behind its creation, growth, and continued popularity.
Both versions of this book are available today at a retailer near you. Again, this is a collector’s dream. Whether you’re looking to own a piece of D&D’s history, or just for some lush fantasy art to inspire your next adventure, there’s so much to love in the pages of these books. Check them out today, and own a legacy.
Happy Adventuring!
