Although it has a second generation cover, this is part of the original Advanced Dungeons & Dragons core rule books. As such it is a great look at the history of the game. There have been a lot of changes between the original rules and the 5e rules of today. A lot of people still play the original rules, and if that is you, this is a must have book.
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Try some nice fifth edition or fourth . Just keep away from the advanced rules they are too simple and where only used for thirty years before third edition so play with d ten damage cantrips and conficting rules
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This takes me back to my youth. It reminds me of better days with no responsibilities, except for having the right equipment needed for the next dungeon encounter. If you play RPGs (role playing games) then you must try first edition Advanced Dungeon and Dragons. It is the game that started it all, and launched RPGs into the stratosphere. The "Players Handbook" is absolutely required to play as a well informed character. This book will easily get you up to speed and ready to hack-and-slash your way through the dungeon, and pillage your way through the city. The manual will show you how to create classic player characters such as the fighter, magic-user, cleric, and thief. Not only does the "Players Handbook" give you full descriptions of the abilities, races, classes, combat, spells, and more, of your chosen character, but it also compiles these into concise, easy-to-use tables. You can do your homework in advance and use this book as a quick reference guide while you are playing. You simply can't do without it.Read full review
Product Description This is the first of the series of the world famous AD & D role-playing aids. To complement the original version we've asekd new cover art. It is the ideal vehicle of imagination for intermediate through advanced players, ages 10 and up. #2010 1978 TSR By Gary Gygax illustrations by David C. Sutherland III Product Details Hardcover: 128 pages Publisher: TSR Games; #2010 edition (1978) Language: English ISBN-10: 0935696016 ISBN-13: 978-0935696011 Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.7 x 0.6 inches Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
cane to me quickly at a good price and I will enjoy this book for years to come
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I'm so happy to have this back in my collection after having lost it 20+ years ago
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I bought the 1st True print of the players handbook. This is the single most important book in the entire AD&D universe. The very foundation of fantasy gaming. It has a great deal of personal meaning. It is iconic like Star Wars or LOTR. Old school is the best school. 1st edition AD&D was not perfect but it was pure. These days it's all about selling you another pack of Magic Gathering or rolling dice. Back then it was about imagination and creativity. Gygax was a god and this is my bible!
If you can find a 1st to 6th print in decent shape for under 50 bucks then do it. A timeless classic and most likely you will see a lot of the 1980 6th print out there and its well worth it :)
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This is a great book, as an owner and player of the later editions, this players handbook is the beginning of what we play today. So much fun can be had with a few books, pencils, paper, and dice. The best part is, is how timeless this can be. well worth every penny.
What can I say classic 1980s fun!!!
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