Wizards of the Coast, the publisher of Dungeons & Dragons, has denied claims that a piece of artwork teasing the upcoming 2024 core rulebook editions was created using artificial intelligence. The company stated that generative AI tools or large language models were not used, and the artist involved also defended the allegations. The artwork in question, featuring a dwarf warrior, was targeted by users on X.com who believed it was created using AI. However, Wizards of the Coast confirmed with the artist that no generative AI was used, and the artist shared early sketches and work-in-progress versions of the illustration to support this. The concerns over AI-created artwork are not unfounded, as a contracted artist on a previous project had submitted illustrations with heavy AI manipulation. This has raised concerns about the impact on human artists and the job field. The public outcry over job losses at Hasbro, which included cuts to Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering teams, has also contributed to the scrutiny. While some fans are looking for a fight, it is important to approach allegations of AI-created art with skepticism, as it can create stress for individual creators. Ultimately, the use of AI in art production raises ethical and financial concerns for artists.
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Dungeons & Dragons says “no generative AI was used” to create artwork teasing 2024 core rulebooks
