Dan Parsons

Dan Parsons is an American comic book artist and illustrator, best known for his work on *Star Wars* and *Game of Thrones* titles. He was born in the United States, though his exact birth date is not widely recorded. Parsons entered the comics industry in the mid-1990s, with his earliest credited work appearing in 1994. Over a career spanning more than 25 years, he contributed to over 100 issues as an artist, colorist, inker, letterer, and writer, remaining active through 2020.

Parsons became a key visual storyteller in the *Star Wars* expanded universe, notably on series such as *Star Wars: Republic*, *Star Wars: Legacy*, and *Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi - Force War*. He also illustrated the *Avatar: Tsu'tey's Path* adaptation and worked on the supernatural series *Ghost*. His style is characterized by clean linework and a strong sense of atmosphere, often collaborating with writers like John Ostrander and Jan Strnad. Parsons’ later work included contributions to the *Game of Thrones* comic adaptation. While he did not receive major industry awards, his steady output and versatility across multiple roles made him a reliable craftsman in licensed and creator-owned comics. His legacy endures among fans of the *Star Wars* comic line.