Our message to D&D fans at Winter Fantasy this year could not be more straightforward: Following a terrific, record-breaking 2004, 2005 will be the biggest year ever for D&D.

We pulled out all the stops to celebrate D&D's 30th anniversary last year, and our efforts paid off in incredible press coverage, record sales, release of the wonderfully successful Basic Game, and a fantastic set of celebrations (including the 30th anniversary party at Gen Con, Worldwide D&D Game Day, and the launch of the 30 Years of Adventure coffee table book).