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--now in a 50th Anniversary Edition with bonus content. 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 Dungeons & Dragons illustrated history provides an unprecedented look at the visual evolution of the brand and its continued influence on the worlds of pop culture and fantasy. You'll find more than seven hundred pieces of artwork within from - each edition of the core role-playing books, supplements, and adventures- the Forgotten Realms and Dragonlance novels- decades of Dragon and Dungeon magazines- 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. The 50th Anniversary Edition also includes six fold-out sections featuring essential artwork from the most iconic--and deadliest--dungeons in D&D history. 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.