If youve ever wanted to create your own fantasy realm, have a more immersive gaming experience, or finally remember where your adventuring partys heading, cartographer Cody James King is here to guide you. With simple instructions and clear step-by-step illustrations, youll learn to draw everything from rivers, cliffs, and coastlines to castles and deadly ruins. Hone your skills and take your maps to the next level with elaborate borders and isometric compass roses or explore a new perspective with maps of various scales (all the way from single rooms to sprawling galaxies). Whether youre creating a Dungeons & Dragons map or perfecting your fantasy novels worldbuilding, this comprehensive guide ensures you have the materials and know-how to get the job done.

With Codys infectious enthusiasm, humor, and passion for his craft, youll build more detailed worlds and have a deeper knowledge of the art of mapmakingjust in time for your next campaign!