So, it looks like the Kickstarter for the NEW Swords & Wizardry Boxed Set will be launching on this coming Tuesday. Completely compatible with prior printings, the boxed set will certainly be getting new eyes on Swords & Wizardry.
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Sale prices are in effect thru early Tuesday morning, so don't wait too long...
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Would there be any reason I would choose Swords & Wizardry over Old School Essentials?
ReplyDeleteSwords & Wizardry is OD&D with some rules changes, OSE is Moldvay BX with no rules changes. OSE is also very well presented and my players love it.
DeleteSaving throws for one thing are much more elegant. Comes with extra classes, sort of like adnd without all the complicated rules.
DeleteThe rules are free and worth a read for a few reasons, though. There's lots of variant rules to draw from, some good advice on how to customize and diy your own game in old school fashion, and most of all, the book is dripping with flavor.
Thanks! I do have Crypts & Things which I really like. I think it comes from Swords & Wizardry
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