Buy The Right Thing First
This page is the hub. If you want branded Dungeon Crawler Carl merch, start with official or licensed stores. If you want books, audiobooks, or generic cosplay supplies, Amazon is useful. If you are shopping for someone else or racing a convention deadline, use the focused guides so you do not buy weird marketplace filler.
Branded DCC Merch
Shirts, pins, stickers, patches, figures, and collectibles should come from Matt's official channels or licensed partners when available.
Books And Audiobooks
New readers should start with Book 1. Current fans usually need the newest hardcover, the audiobook, or a shelf-worthy edition.
Cosplay Supplies
Use Amazon for generic pieces only: Crocs, boxers, knee pads, pet accessories, EVA foam, Velcro, and prop supplies.
Gifts For Fans
If you are buying for a partner, friend, or family member, shop by what kind of fan they are instead of guessing from a product grid.
Tier 1 Loot: The Books
The Borant Corporation has authorized the distribution of documentation regarding its flagship entertainment product. These documents were written by a human named Matt Dinniman, who the Corporation considers a minor security breach that has been reclassified as a marketing asset.
Book 1: Dungeon Crawler Carl
A man loses his planet, his clothes, and his dignity. He gains a talking cat, a velociraptor, and 47 billion alien viewers. The Borant Corporation considers this an origin story. Carl considers it the worst day of his life. Both are correct.
Full Series (Kindle)
All currently published books. Available on Kindle Unlimited, which the Borant Corporation views as a subscription model it should have invented. The Corporation has filed a patent claim. The claim was denied. The Corporation has filed 11 more.
Book 8: A Parade of Horribles
Floors 10-11. 704 pages. The Borant Corporation reminds you that every purchase is an act of faith in a corporation that dissolved your planet. The Corporation appreciates your loyalty. The Corporation does not understand your loyalty. The Corporation will exploit it regardless.
Vol. 1-5 Hardcover Set
The first five books, in hardcover, in one set. The Borant Corporation endorses buying in bulk. The Borant Corporation endorses buying in any configuration, really, so long as buying occurs.
Book 1: Deluxe Edition
Cover art by Victo Ngai, an illustrated case with a solvable maze, stenciled edges, a ribbon marker, and a Dinniman Q&A. The Borant Corporation covets shiny objects. The Borant Corporation is, at its core, a magpie with a legal department.
Tier 2 Loot: Audio Experience
New to Audible?
A huge share of the DCC fandom recommends the audiobooks first. If you don't have Audible, a membership credit gets you your first book. Use it on Book 1 and let Jeff Hays do the rest. The Borant Corporation has not endorsed Audible. The Borant Corporation has, however, noted that Audible's subscription model is "impressively extractive." This is the highest compliment the Corporation gives.
Audible: Book 1
Jeff Hays. 13 hours and 31 minutes. The moment he does the System AI voice, you'll understand why so many fans push the audio version first. The AI would like it noted that Hays' interpretation of its voice is "adequate." The AI is lying. The AI is deeply flattered.
Audible: Book 6 (The Eye of the Bedlam Bride)
Patrick Warburton guest narrates. Yes, Kronk from Emperor's New Groove. The Borant Corporation does not know what an "Emperor's New Groove" is but has been told it involves a llama. The Corporation is interested in llamas. The Corporation is always interested in new species to put in the dungeon.
Audio Immersion Tunnel: Seasons 1-3
Full-cast production by Soundbooth Theater with original music and sound effects. A companion experience, not a replacement for the main Jeff Hays audiobooks. The Borant Corporation views this as "fan-generated content" and is currently attempting to claim 60% of the revenue. Soundbooth has retained legal counsel.
Tier 3 Loot: Hardcovers (Ace Books / Penguin)
Penguin Random House publishes the hardcover editions through its Ace imprint. They include bonus content from the in-universe novella "Backstage at the Pineapple Cabaret." The Borant Corporation views physical books as a quaint human practice, like breathing air or having feelings.
Tier 4 Loot: Webtoon and Graphic Novels
DCC Webtoon Print Collection Vol. 1
Episodes 1-13 in print. Released one week after Book 8. The Borant Corporation would like you to purchase both. The Borant Corporation would like you to purchase everything. The Borant Corporation's business model is "everything, always, from everyone."
DCC Webtoon (Digital)
275,000+ subscribers, 8M+ views. Read the illustrated adaptation free on Webtoons. The word "free" has caused the Borant Corporation physical discomfort. A committee has been formed to address this.
Upcoming Inventory: Merch, Toys, and Games
DCC Tabletop RPG & Deck-Builder
By Renegade Game Studios. A full RPG plus a solo/co-op card-crafting deck-builder. Its BackerKit campaign closed May 19, 2026 with over $13.29M from 55,972 backers — the #1 most-funded game in BackerKit history. Pre-order now via Renegade; retail release late November 2026 (backer fulfillment begins October).
Playmates Toys: DCC Figures
Action figures of Carl, Princess Donut, Mordecai, and Mongo. Trading cards and collectibles. The Borant Corporation has demanded that Carl's figure come with removable pants. Playmates has pointed out that Carl does not wear pants. This has not resolved the disagreement.
DCC: Crocodile (Graphic Novel)
An original side story featuring Florin DuPont. Raised $2.6 million from 27,000 backers. The Borant Corporation is upset that it did not receive any of this money. A strongly worded letter has been sent to BackerKit. BackerKit has not responded. The Corporation respects this power move.
Official DCC Merch (In Stores Now)
DCC Merch Store
The official Dungeon Crawler Carl merchandise store. Pins, apparel, and accessories. Run by the humans, not the Corporation. For now.
Kingdom of Threads
Official DCC t-shirts, hoodies, and apparel. Designs include book covers, character art, and the series logo. Licensed and legit.
DCC on Threadless
More official DCC designs on Threadless. T-shirts, prints, stickers, and accessories.
Five Below: DCC Tsunameez & Keychains
DCC Tsunameez squeeze figures and mystery keychains available at Five Below stores nationwide. Carl, Donut, Mongo, and Mordecai. Everything is $5 or less.
More from Matt Dinniman
Operation Bounce House
Dinniman's standalone novel. A sci-fi thriller about AI, misinformation, and the erosion of humanity through technology. Instant New York Times bestseller. If you love Dinniman's writing, this is the next thing to read.
Dominion of Blades
Dinniman's first LitRPG. A grieving man trapped in a dying MMORPG. Two books in the series. Where it all started.
Kaiju: Battlefield Surgeon
A combat medic inside a giant monster. 660 pages. Standalone. Same dark humor, different playground.
Cosplay Essentials
The DCC cosplay community is real and growing. These are the items fans actually buy for conventions. See the full Cosplay & Convention Guide for complete character breakdowns.
Pink Crocs
Carl's iconic footwear. His ex-girlfriend's too-small pink Crocs. The single most recognizable piece of DCC cosplay. Fans wear them to conventions unironically.
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