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Most of our titles are released in up to three editions. The Codex Edition is our flagship collectible line: Smyth-sewn, printed on archival stock, bound in specialty coverings with a slipcase. The Artefact Edition is a numbered limited edition with premium materials and exclusive features. The Binder’s Edition is hand-bound in leather in a very small number of copies, signed and numbered, with a certificate of authenticity.

Each book's page lists exactly what its editions include. Browse the books.

The John Dee Necronomicon is our edition of the legendary grimoire, designed as a faithful 16th-century English translation attributed to the occultist John Dee. Inspired by the Lovecraftian mythos and early modern esoterica, it blends historical authenticity with cosmic horror, down to its period typography, deckled pages, and woodcut-style illustrations.

The Artefact Edition, produced for our 2024 Kickstarter campaign and limited to 1,000 numbered copies, is now out of print and will not be reprinted. The Codex Edition is in stock.

The Necronomicon is a fictional creation of H. P. Lovecraft, but our edition is designed as if it were real, a lost translation discovered in John Dee’s archives. It uses 16th-century English, woodcut-style illustrations, and period typography to immerse readers in the illusion of authenticity.

Numbered editions can be verified at validate.theobsidiancodex.com. Enter your PledgeBox purchase ID, your Shopify order number, or the validation code supplied with your book to confirm its number, edition and authenticity.

With the exception of the John Dee Necronomicon, which began as a non-commercial hobby project, we do not use AI in our production. All artwork and text is commissioned.

We ship from fulfillment centers in the United States (serving the US, Canada, and Oceania) and Germany (serving Europe). Orders are automatically routed to the best location based on your shipping address.

Yes, we ship worldwide. Rates are calculated at checkout from your delivery address, with dedicated rates for the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Singapore and Israel, and a rest-of-world rate everywhere else.

Please note: while books are usually exempt, some countries may charge import taxes, customs duties, or VAT. These fees are not included in the purchase price and are the responsibility of the buyer.

In-stock orders are typically processed within 1 to 3 business days. You will receive a tracking link once your order has been dispatched.

For items marked Coming Soon or Pre-order, the expected timing is stated on the product page, and we will keep you informed by email.

You may cancel your order free of charge at any time before it is dispatched. After delivery, you have 14 days to return your purchase. See our Right of Withdrawal page and Return and Refund Policy for how it works, including the condition requirements for collectible editions.

Binder’s Editions are hand-bound to order and are exempt from the right of return, as stated on their product pages.

Contact us at info@theobsidiancodex.com with a description and photographs of the damage. We will offer a replacement where available, or a full refund including shipping. Return shipping for damaged or incorrect items is always at our cost.

Production and fulfillment status is posted on our project pages: The King in Yellow and Malleus Maleficarum. For questions about your pledge or survey, email us at info@theobsidiancodex.com.

Yes. Books sold here are the same editions produced for the campaigns, minus any Kickstarter-exclusive add-ons noted on the product page.