D&D 5E Toward a new D&D aesthetics

[BookTenTiger]

@beancounter it would be helpful for me if you posted more examples of "Disney" art in D&D. One cover does not constitute a trend, in my perspective.

 

[UngeheuerLich]

@beancounter it would be helpful for me if you posted more examples of "Disney" art in D&D. One cover does not constitute a trend, in my perspective.

That was exactly what I was going to say.

 

[Stormonu]

The non-human centric aspect to the art is an interesting angle. I like that the art shows this variety as well actually. Do you really think there are folks that object to non-humans in their pictures? I get that there is a sliver of the population that is frightened by the idea of these differences... but is this a widespread problem?

I’m sure there are folks that object, even if on a subconscious level. The comments about the “proliferation” of anthro creatures and “the cantina adventuring party” certainly allude to it, as do those who despise tiefling, dragonborn and the like. D&D has a ton of monsters, but the game has become more open to them also being the heroes (at least as far back as “the Complete Book of Humanoids” and really ramped up with “Savage Species”). It’s not the only reason some people are turned off to the more recent art, but its clearly had an effect.

 

[Arilyn]

In the 5e PHB, there are small illustrations in the corners of flowers, baked goods, berries, etc. They are pretty whimsical. And then there are the halflings...

So I don't think there is a shift because there's always been a wide variety from storybook to dark horrific monsters and everything in between.

 

[beancounter]

This is literally from the latest release.

Oh boy...

Yet again, I didn't say it was all and currently Disneyfied. I said "trending".

 

[theCourier]

Oh boy...

Yet again, I didn't say it was all and currently Disneyfied. I said "trending".

Still haven't really provided any good examples of it, though, whereas others have provided lots of examples to argue otherwise. I think it's just that the edition is leaning more towards "heroic fantasy", where you have depictions of brave, outgoing heroes going up against great danger with confidence on their side. I think the PHB's cover is the prime example of this, personally.

 

[Fifth Element]

Yet again, I didn't say it was all and currently Disneyfied. I said "trending".

Yes, you claimed that. People are asking for evidence that it's true.

 

[beancounter]

Folks, everyone has an option. If you disagree, just say so and move on.

By being intentionally obtuse, you are not contributing to a productive conversation.

But I think your intent is to start a fight, or at least frustrate me enough so that I go away, you get the last word and "win"

I've been around the block enough to recognize dirty debate tactics.

What is the point? are you trying to score some "cred" with the in the forum, or show fellow posters how loyal you are to the "cause"?

Do you see yourself as some knight defending the honor of WoTC?

This isn't a political forum folks... Just chill.

 

[theCourier]

Folks, everyone has an option. If you disagree, just say so and move on.

By being intentionally obtuse, you are not contributing to a productive conversation.

But I think your intent is to start a fight, or at least frustrate me enough so that I go away, you get the last word and "win"

I've been around the block enough to recognize dirty debate tactics.

What is the point? are you trying to score some "cred" with the in the forum, or show fellow posters how loyal you are to the "cause"?

Do you see yourself as some knight defending the honor of WoTC?

This isn't a political forum folks... Just chill.

It's a discussion forum. Where people discuss things. And make claims. And if you make claims, it's commonly understand that you usually have to put forth some evidence so people can be on the same page and further the discussion.

 

[BookTenTiger]

Folks, everyone has an option. If you disagree, just say so and move on.

By being intentionally obtuse, you are not contributing to a productive conversation.

But I think your intent is to start a fight, or at least frustrate me enough so that I go away, you get the last word and "win"

I've been around the block enough to recognize dirty debate tactics.

What is the point? are you trying to score some "cred" with the in the forum, or show fellow posters how loyal you are to the "cause"?

Do you see yourself as some knight defending the honor of WoTC?

This isn't a political forum folks... Just chill.

I'd be interested in seeing what kinds of art you like!