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Jervis Johnson (born 12 June 1959) is an English tabletop game designer. He worked as a designer and manager for Games Workshop for over 38 years, and was the head of its Specialist Games studio.
Sep 6, 2021 · Learn about the career and achievements of Jervis Johnson, the legendary games designer who created or worked on over 93 games for Games Workshop and other companies. From Blood Bowl to Warhammer 40k, discover his impact on the wargaming hobby.
Oct 19, 2023 · Learn about the life and work of Jervis Johnson, the creator of Warhammer Fantasy Battle and a prolific writer and painter. Find out his favourite books, inspirations, and tips for the hobby.
Jervis Johnson (born June 12, 1959 in London) is a game designer for Games Workshop. He had previously worked in their sales department. His first game design was the popular Blood Bowl.
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Jervis Johnson is a game designer for Games Workshop. He is currently one of Game Workshop's long-term strategy managers, having previously been employed as head of its Specialist Games division. Jervis is credited with creating the following games:
•Blood Bowl (3rd Edition won the 1994 Origins Award for Best Miniatures Rules)
Jervis has been a key contributor in the creation of the following games:
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He has also written or been heavily involved in the following books:
•Codex: Dark Angels (4th Edition)
•Origins Award Winners (1994). Academy of Adventure Gaming Arts & Design. Retrieved on 2007-12-04.
•Jervis Johnson Interview. The Dark Fortress. Retrieved on 2007-12-04.
Oct 1, 2018 · To that end, master rules-smith Jervis Johnson has been collaborating with Blood & Glory to trial a new scoring mechanic for matched play battleplans. Here’s what the Jervis has to say about it:
Jervis Johnson shares his memories and insights on his 40-year career at Games Workshop, from HeroQuest to Necromunda to Age of Sigmar. Learn about his inspirations, influences, and challenges in creating some of the most iconic games in the Warhammer 40K universe.
