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The RPG Handbook
Publisher: Dragonfly
by Jordy W. [Verified Purchaser]
Date Added: 04/01/2018 15:17:30

This is an absolute waste of money and I'm frustrated at myself for ordering the physical copy when I should have just gotten the PDF. The book is rambling and ridiculous--Over half of the book is restating something already said earlier in the text or saying something that never needed to be said. Large swaths of the back half of the book generically describe things that you'd be better suited for finding in the rule books for the game you're actually playing--ALONG with the exact same advice regarding difficulty/variety. Almost everything in this book should/will be addressed by readying the Game Masters guide of whatever game you're playing. The DMG for D&D 5e, for instance, does a TREMENDOUSLY better idea of providing guidance for developing a campaign and adventures. This book might have been helpful in years past but it is so shallow that one could get all of this advice, and then some, in a more better writing voice for free on blogs.



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Hi Jordy - only just came across this. Sorry you're disappointed with the content. It may have put you off all my content, but if I have any PDFs or art packs to roughly the the same value that might be of interest I'd be happy to send you some to try to make up for getting something that wasn't what you'd hoped for. Just gimme a shout/ send me an email and I'll route through DriveThru or by email. Best wishes David Thistle Games.
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The RPG Handbook
Publisher: Dragonfly
by Pete A. [Verified Purchaser]
Date Added: 03/11/2013 13:14:22

Good read and tons of tables and lists. Packed with helpful info.



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The RPG Handbook
Publisher: Dragonfly
by Chet C. [Verified Purchaser]
Date Added: 12/20/2012 20:38:16

Didn't think it could happen, but the best guide to rolegaming, published more than a quarter century ago, has been surpassed. Now -the RPG Handbook- reigns supreme, with not only more up-to-date examples and reviews, but at a hefty 213 pages (counting covers) the RPG Handbook by David Morrison is quite a bargain!

First of all, it's very nice to look at. The artwork reminds me of Flying Buffalo's work (Tunnels & Trolls 5, Sorcerer's Apprentice) which is the highest compliment I could give it. Some of Jeff Freels's art would make it perfect, but you all know how much I love Jeff's art. (You should go take a look at it on various DTRpgNow items.)

Yes, there's a certain amount of redundancy with What You Already Know, because this book will be the first RPG book somebody picks up. Besides, you'll be surprised at the amount of information provided in Part One: Roleplaying Games. Such as how to get kids of different ages involved with and enjoying rolegaming. Styles of play are considered (How else will you "hook" your players into playing and staying?)

From there, you'll go on to suggestions, information, and advice that may never have occurred to you. This is not just for the gamesmaster, because there are excellent chapters on creating realistic characters who are playable AND memorable. If you've never had other players come to tears over the death of one of your characters, you haven't truly lived the roleplaying experience.

Most of the information from there, is -usually- (not always) specifically for the gamesmaster. Building a campaign from a singing adventure on up, and from there building an entire world. As your players gain experience and travel from their comfort zones, you'll be ready with new territories and challenges for them. And you'll never...

Repeat: NEVER!

...have to repeat yourself.

RPG Handbook is saved from being absolutely celestial only by the fact that a history of rolegaming is beyond its scope - and thus there is no history of rolegaming. Perhaps that could be a new project for David.



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The RPG Handbook
Publisher: Dragonfly
by Alan G. [Verified Purchaser]
Date Added: 12/04/2012 14:18:37

Absolute goldmine for any GM! The adventure builder saves hours making dungeons and sparks ideas all the time. Thanks!



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