Dave Roman

Dave Roman was born on May 26, 1977, in the United States. He is best known as a writer and artist whose work spans both webcomics and traditional printed comics, with a career active from 1997 through 2024. Roman’s path into comics began with the web, where he built an early following, and he later moved into print, contributing to a variety of titles. His signature work includes the *Jax Epoch and the Quicken Forbidden* series, particularly the volumes *Borrowed Magic* and *Separation Anxiety*, as well as *Quicken Forbidden* and *Sharky*. He also worked on licensed properties such as *Dexter’s Laboratory* and *Pyssla med Tom & Jerry*. Roman frequently collaborated with other creators, though his own writing and art define his most personal projects. His style is clean and expressive, suited to both whimsical and adventurous storytelling. Among his notable co-creations is the *Jax Epoch* universe, which he developed with other artists. Later in his career, Roman continued to produce webcomics and engage with digital publishing, maintaining a steady output. He has received recognition for his contributions to the medium, though specific major awards are not documented in the available record. His legacy lies in bridging the gap between online and print comics, influencing a generation of web-first cartoonists.