I must say that now 4.0 allows these guys to be a playable race, and that the character minotaur is medium size, this guy is not too bad to have around. And with a little repaint and some touch ups the colors stand out real well...and with the facial expression..well lets just say that if anyone that was "mentally deficient" had horns like that and that big of a sword..well then I am out of his way and giving him what ever he wants. This guy makes for a great minotaur PC or NPC.
I have pre ordered this...but have seen it at Gen Con last year and don't need it in my hand to write that this is a must buy for any gamer. I can't wait to get this in my hands and get together my group of players that have not seen it and have a viewing. It will go like this...show The Gamers (first one) and say "OK, I showed you that (as I wipe the tears of laughter from my eyes) to show you this. Then show Dorkness...after rewinding several parts and pausing to catch our breath the night will sadly end and the guys will leave with hurt bellys and tear streaked faces. Then our gaming sessions will never be the same again (quotes, comments and more laughter)..I can't wait. This is a must have ....one of the funniest geek movies EVER.
This set has a few cards that are special repeats of other decks...like the longsword,longbow,and rings and such, but they are based more on the elements. However, the best thing about this deck are the other items that are included. Things like pigments, paintbrush, ankh, bowl, and tons more that make it a versitile and useful deck of items. One of the best yet released.
I think it is awesome to have a card for all your gear, but these cards also play the part of some really cool and unusual magic items. A bag of mystical magic marbles of wonder, deck of cards (many things), magical dice...and tons more. This deck is one of my favorites because it provides a lot of cool items with none of the typical stuff (sword, wands, etc...)..can't wait for number 2.
I can't say enough good about this series of decks. I love using them in my games. This is much better too, to have set decks and not the random. I like this way a lot better and can plan on knowing what I will get in each deck. I am pleased with the quality and the item all together.
I love these things and can't get enough of them. My only problem is I have so many potions. Also, maybe two rapiers instead of three longswords might be a good idea. I love the cards, the art, the whole idea. Juat maybe add more variety of items in the packs and less scrolls and potions.
This movie is funny and now with the family safe version it can be loved and adored by the whole family...this is a must have for the real gamer. The sequal is even better.
The prduct is great, but. I really think it would be a good idea to have several sets that were even more specific. I loved the original box, but I hate random. I have to agree with the people who wrote about having a box of weapons...3-4 of each weapon in the PHB each a different picture..then an armor one done the same way and then one of the wonderous items. I know one that wouldn't sell too well though..scrolls and potions.. I have about a hundred of each already...but only one great sword. It is not worth it to keep buying random pacts in hopes of another great sword and get more potions and scrolls. I really do love the idea though and the cards are good quality.
A long time ago TSR released a set of cards (monster, NPCs, novel charaters and a few weapons). I used these to hand out to my players and they loved it. The cards were very specific and not that great of art sometimes, but they were coveted. Now years later you shoudl see the face of my players when they were handed some "Real Treasure". These are great and I love the idea. Maybe some more specific boxes would be nice, like a weapons box or armor box...less potions and scrolls.
I have read and now am running this adventure path in two different groups, and love it. I was ready to run the campaign from the magazines until I heard that this book was on its way. My players are having the time of their lives (and deaths). This is a MUST HAVE. I can't wait for Age of Worms to do this. I am set for my D and D games for a long time to come.
