benoist
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Post by benoist on Apr 3, 2009 17:15:10 GMT -6
Email sent! Thanks a lot, Jason.
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benoist
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Post by benoist on Apr 3, 2009 12:14:10 GMT -6
I guess I'm one of these Grognards who like Elmore's art, but then again, I was introduced to D&D during Elmore's years. I too find some pieces I do not particularly like (I don't care for the chicks and chainmail bikinis, personally), but some others are just masterpieces, IMHO.
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benoist
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Post by benoist on Apr 3, 2009 12:04:26 GMT -6
Wow this boxed set looks awesome.
Is it still possible to get one?
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benoist
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Post by benoist on Apr 3, 2009 11:55:09 GMT -6
It depends what you mean by "authentic OD&D". If you mean it literally, then any modification of the original material would end up not being "authentic". If you are referring to the way OD&D was played back in the day, there is no such thing as an "authentic" OD&D as people on the Lake Geneva gaming scene were all coming up with their own houserules, sharing them, experimenting with the game when the rules weren't even finalized in the final three booklets form. If by using this expression you mean an authentic D&D feel, then the discussion becomes open to personal perceptions of what an authentic D&D game is supposed to feel like. I'd suggest reading the Quick Primer of Old School Gaming (it's a free download) to get an idea of how most of us understand the concepts sustaining the feel of the game. Then, you can start experimenting through play and see what works, what doesn't. Good luck!
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benoist
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Post by benoist on Apr 2, 2009 15:16:50 GMT -6
I guess it'll depend on the particular gaming table. If I feel including that kind of details helps the players immerse themselves into the make-believe (and for some, it does), I will include them. If I feel the players would get distracted by the inclusion of such details, I'll manage them myself.
Nearly all players I've played with aren't distracted, so I include them.
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benoist
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Post by benoist on Mar 31, 2009 16:44:55 GMT -6
Just wanted you to know: I ordered the Compendium. ;D
May we win on this day!
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benoist
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Post by benoist on Mar 29, 2009 14:45:05 GMT -6
I agree: as much as I'd like to support FO!, buy the compendium, and support your efforts, the price point is in my opinion way too high. Good luck with the Lulu contest, though!
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