‘Art & Arcana’ Anniversary Edition – 50 Years Of D&D Art In One Amazing Book – Out Now
Art and Arcana collects artwork from across D&D’s 50+ year history – but this massive tome is so much more than just a collection of art.
Dungeons and Dragons has more than fifty years of history. From its humble origins as a fantasy wargame that took players inside dungeons throughout the lands of Greyhawk and Blackmoor and the minds of figures like Arneson and Gygax to classic dungeons like the Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan and the Tomb of Horrors – all the way to 5th Edition, with its Doomvaults and classic dungeons like the Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan and the Tomb of Horrors… well history repeats itself. Repeats, iterates, and evolves.
A New Edition of Art & Arcana
Art & Arcana, lovingly assembled by Michael Witwer, Kyle Newman, Jon Peterson, Sam Witwer, and Joe Manganiello, casts Legend Lore on Dungeons and Dragons. It explores not just the game’s history but also the ideas surrounding it. It takes an in-depth look at everything D&D, from its frontier days and beyond.
The 50th Anniversary Edition includes six new fold-out sections with the most iconic and deadliest dungeons in D&D history, as well as the game’s iconic art.
This illustrated guide delves into the history and evolution of the beloved role-playing game. Through paintings, sketches, illustrations, and visual ephemera, you learn about its creation and history – and those behind it. It provides an unprecedented look at D&D’s visual evolution and its influence on the worlds of pop culture and fantasy.
“The images contained in this book will instantly transport you back to your childhood, and conjure up memories of long forgotten adventures shared with old friends around the gaming table. This tome is an essential addition to every lifelong D&D fan’s home library.”
– Ernie Cline, author of Ready Player One
The team behind this tome gained unparalleled access to Wizards of the Coast’s archives, the personal collections of top collectors, and the designers and illustrators who created the distinctive characters, concepts, and visuals. All of which have defined fantasy art and gameplay for generations. Art and Arcana is the most comprehensive collection of D&D imagery, with over 700 images between its covers.
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Art and Arcana is a must for any D&D fan!
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