Gamemasters: The Comic Book History of Roleplaying Games

Clover Press launched Gamemasters: The Comic Book History of Roleplaying Games in 2025, a single-issue comic that traces the evolution of tabletop RPGs from their wargaming roots to modern cultural phenomenon. Written by game historian James Wallis and illustrated by industry veteran John Kovalic, this special combines archival research with a lively, accessible narrative. It’s a compact, visually engaging primer for anyone curious about how Dungeons & Dragons, Vampire, and other iconic systems shaped the hobby.