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02-17-2001, 07:56 PM
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Ok, I've admitted somewhere around here that my sole experience with D&d is the Baldur's gate series and IWD. I got the notion I'd like to read a few books in the D&D universe...so I wandered into Amazon.com and plugged in Forgotten Realms. YIKES ! Got something like 79 hits....ack! HELP!
Any suggestions for a total neophyte? I can't see myself sorting through quite that much to start with. Cloudbringer |
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02-17-2001, 08:15 PM
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Try the IceWind Dale series. VERY good! Introduces Drzzt & gang. You'll love that series-guaranteed
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02-17-2001, 08:18 PM
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LoA, thanks, I think I saw the titles there...so many....( no wonder I got dizzy!)
Love the sig...hahaha RealmsVirgin |
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02-17-2001, 08:19 PM
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If we're recommending games here, sorry Alcohol Lord, I'd have to recommend Planescape Torment hands down. Did you ever buy that? You said you found it somewhere for $20.00! As much as CB likes to read and write, I REALLY think Planescape is the game for her. I loved that game. I have never played anything that actually effected my emotions, and turned out to be a great RPG experience as well. Just my opinion.
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02-17-2001, 08:21 PM
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LadyW:
I was looking for books, but I think I will pick up Planescape Torment - CompUsa had it cheap last time I was in there. CB |
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02-17-2001, 08:23 PM
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Lady Cloudbringer, I think Crystal Shard is first, then Streams of Silver, last is Haflings gem. I would suggest you order all three, you'll end up getting them anyway. Glad you like the signature!
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02-17-2001, 08:27 PM
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LoA: Yes, I know I did see those titles, thanks!
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02-17-2001, 08:59 PM
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The Drizzt saga is a good starting point, however I would also suggest that you read 'Evermeet' by Elaine Cunningham and 'Cormyr' by Ed Greenwood & Jeff Grubb, for historical infomation + they are very good books.
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02-17-2001, 09:22 PM
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Thanks, Valen...I'll just collect all the recommendations and hope it doesn't end up being all 79!
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02-17-2001, 09:35 PM
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Oh for world changing events you should read 'Avatars' and 'Threat from the Deep' series both of which change Abeir-toril for ever. (3 in each)
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