Karl Waller

Karl Waller is an American comic book artist whose career spanned nearly three decades, from 1987 to 2016. Born in the United States, Waller's work appeared across multiple genres, including superhero comics, roleplaying games, and collectible card games. He is best known for his detailed, action-oriented art style, which brought a gritty energy to titles such as *Motorhead*, *Judge Dredd*, and *Legends of the DC Universe*. Waller also contributed to the British comic *Hotspur* and the fantasy series *Coven: Tooth and Nail*. His collaborations often involved co-creating the series *King Tiger & Motorhead*, a crime-fighting duo that showcased his flair for dynamic layouts and muscular figure work. Over his career, Waller was credited as artist or inker on 23 issues, with his most frequent credits appearing in *Motorhead* and *Legends of the DC Universe*. While he never achieved widespread fame, his steady, professional output earned him respect among peers and fans of 1990s and 2000s genre comics. Waller's later life remains private, but his legacy endures through his contributions to the visual storytelling of independent and licensed properties. He received no major awards, yet his work continues to be appreciated by collectors of the era's comic and gaming art.