Keith Baker was born on July 7, 1969 in Portland, Oregon. Growing up, he developed a love for storytelling and imagination. It was in sixth grade that he was introduced to the world of Dungeons & Dragons, a tabletop role-playing game that would ultimately change the course of his life.
Becoming enthralled with the game, Baker spent countless hours creating his own worlds, characters, and adventures. His passion for Dungeons & Dragons only grew as he delved deeper into the intricate mechanics and rich storytelling possibilities the game offered.
After graduating from high school, Baker decided to pursue a career in game design. He studied game design and development, honing his skills and working on various projects to gain experience in the field. Throughout the 1990s and into the early 2000s, Baker worked on several computer games, further solidifying his reputation as a talented and innovative game designer.
It was during this time that Baker had the opportunity to create something truly special. Drawing on his love for Dungeons & Dragons and his creative talents, he developed the Eberron setting for the popular game. Eberron was a unique and intricate world, filled with magic, technology, and rich lore that captured the imagination of players and fans alike.
Baker's work on Eberron garnered widespread acclaim and recognition in the gaming community, solidifying his reputation as a visionary game designer and world-builder.
Despite his success in the world of game design, Baker felt a desire to explore new creative avenues. In the early 2000s, he made the bold decision to try his hand at pulp fantasy writing. Drawing on his passion for storytelling and world-building, Baker crafted the Dreaming Dark and Thorn of Breland fantasy trilogies, earning critical praise for his imaginative storytelling and compelling characters.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Keith Baker remains a dedicated Dungeons & Dragons enthusiast and continues to be actively involved in the gaming community. His contributions to the world of tabletop gaming and fantasy storytelling have left a lasting impact, inspiring countless players and fellow creators.
As a co-creator of the Eberron setting and the author of beloved fantasy trilogies, Baker's legacy as a master storyteller and visionary creator is secure. His work continues to captivate audiences and push the boundaries of imagination and creativity in the world of gaming and fantasy literature.