The Art of Dauntless

The Art of Dauntless is the official art book for the free-to-play action RPG Dauntless. This digital PDF edition collects concept art and commentary from Phoenix Labs and Dark Horse Books. Download it instantly after purchase and explore the making of the Shattered Isles.

Created by Phoenix Labs, the game brought together industry veterans from studios such as Riot Games and BioWare. This art book documents the visual journey from early ideas to the finished world, with a focus on Behemoths, characters, Ramsgate, and weapons and armour.

Book Overview

Published by Dark Horse Books, The Art of Dauntless is a carefully curated collection of concept art and behind-the-scenes material. The book features chapters on Behemoths, characters, Ramsgate, the Shattered Isles, and weapons and armour.

Art director Glenn Barnes and CEO and co-founder Jesse Houston provide introductory notes. The artwork is credited to a wide range of artists, including Ben Carriere, Avery Coleman, Virginia Critchfield, Dustin Devoe, Brandon Dix, Roger Eberhart, Doug Kerr, Cory Lake, Greg Lidstone, Daryl Mandryk, Jen Morgan, Tom Nesbitt, Tanner Roberts, Mike Trottier, Simon Unger, and Lakshya Digital.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• Hundreds of pieces of concept art from the development of Dauntless.
• Exclusive commentary from the team at Phoenix Labs.
• Detailed chapters on Behemoths, characters, Ramsgate, the Shattered Isles, and weapons and armour.
• A look at the early visual development and design choices that shaped the game.
• Artwork by a diverse group of concept artists and digital art specialists.

Why This Book Matters

The Art of Dauntless offers a rare, in-depth view of a modern action RPG’s visual identity. It is a useful reference for game art fans, concept artists, and players of Dauntless.

The book also preserves the creative process of Phoenix Labs, an independent studio formed in 2014. Readers can see how the team approached character representation, visual clarity, and world-building.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so there is no physical shipping. After purchase, you will receive immediate access to the PDF file.

The file works with appropriate Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and reading apps that support PDF.

FAQ

How do I get access after purchase? Your download is available immediately after purchase.

Will a physical copy be shipped? No. This product is a digital download and no physical item will be sent.

What devices are supported? The PDF can be opened on most tablets, computers, smartphones, and compatible reading apps.

Download The Art of Dauntless and step into the visual world of the Shattered Isles.

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