Side Quest: A Visual History of Roleplaying Games

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For fans ofdungeon crawls and dice rollsand anyone wanting to know more aboutthemSide Questis a stand-alone graphic novel history of roleplaying games (RPGs), from ancient games to those played today, with personal stories from creators throughout!

With a meld of history, fantasy, and memoir,Side Quest: A Visual History of Roleplaying Gamesgives existing fans of tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs) insight into the history of the mediumand provides a gateway for anyone new to the phenomenon.

The creators, Steenz and Samuel Sattin, narrate the book, switching between personal stories about their RPG experiences and concrete information that reveals the fascinating and often little-known history of these games. (Did you know that H. G. Wells created an RPG in the early 1900s You will soon, along with so much more!)

This is an inviting introduction to what TTRPGs are, why they matter, and how readers can get involved. And like any popular guide to arcana, this book is geared toward an audience of gamers, non-gamers, and general readers alike. Equal parts enlightening, adventurous, and approachable, this appealing graphic nonfiction book is one that everyone can enjoy!

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Side Quest is really a main quest on an adventure that thoroughly explains the history of tabletop games. Great for beginners and pros alike. Brian Box Brown, creator ofTetris: The Games People Play and The He-Man Effect "Anyone who enjoys board games, tabletop RPGs, or just fascinating history absolutely shouldn't missSide Quest! Steenz and Sam Sattin are the perfect guides through a fun, funny, and compelling history of games and gaming." Ivy Noelle Weir, author ofAnne of West PhillyandThe Secret Garden on 81st Street A foundational precursor graphic novel to gain knowledge ontabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs), accessible for anyone to learn! Incredibly immersive, fun, and community focused. A must-have book for anyone looking to learn about or dip their toe in the TTRPG world! Liana Kangas, artist for Star Wars Adventures and Welcome to Riverdale

Author Bio

Samuel Sattin adapted Academy Awardnominated films WolfWalkers and Song of the Sea to the graphic novel format. He lives in San Francisco, California. Steenz is the St. Louis, Missouri-based cartoonist on Ringo Awardnominated syndicated comic Heart Of The City and co-creator of Dwayne McDuffie Award winner Archival Quality.