Pathfinder Adventure Path: Rise of the Runelords Anniversary Edition (PFRPG)

Just got this on pdf(love hardcover books in general but living in a small apartment and downsizing to an even smaller place in 2 months is hard on a massive book collection) and I have to say that when combined with my subscription this book is very reasonable on pdf. About $35 for 6 modules seems like a steal, and my first flip through confirms that. This is an excellent product to have on pdf, and I'm eager to read it more deeply in preparations for running it(hopefully soon).

Just got mine at my local FLGS today. Damn it's gorgeous.

Just got mine at my local FLGS today. Damn it's gorgeous.

Getting pretty bad that it has not even shipped to some subscribers as of yet but game stores have them.

I'm wondering if those who have already received their books/pdf could answer me a question.

I had decided to run this adventure path long before I knew this anniversary collection was coming out. Player scheduling conflicts forced me to delay the game until now.

I have already ordered the new book, but won't receive it until AFTER the first couple of game sessions. So until then I planned on using the old versions I own.

So my question is...
Are there significant changes to the anniversary edition that would make it inadvisable to start with the old versions? Players will be starting from scratch with Burnt Offerings.

I've read the updated player's guide, nothing seems very different there.

I'm wondering if those who have already received their books/pdf could answer me a question.

I had decided to run this adventure path long before I knew this anniversary collection was coming out. Player scheduling conflicts forced me to delay the game until now.

I have already ordered the new book, but won't receive it until AFTER the first couple of game sessions. So until then I planned on using the old versions I own.

So my question is...
Are there significant changes to the anniversary edition that would make it inadvisable to start with the old versions? Players will be starting from scratch with Burnt Offerings.

I've read the updated player's guide, nothing seems very different there.

My copy arrived today in Germany.

While my hardcopy is scheduled to be here until Monday (7/23), the good news is that I've had my PDF for a week now. I've been converting on the fly (more or less) since I started running RotRL, but tomorrow night, I'll make the transition to the official PFRPG version when the heroes ascend to the second floor of Misgivings.

-Skeld >:)

The new style of stat block in here with name, CR and XP all on on line.

Just trying it out or the new way you are going to have them?

My copy arrived today in Germany.

Lucky you. Mine didn't arrive yet.

The new style of stat block in here with name, CR and XP all on on line.

Just trying it out or the new way you are going to have them?

We're trying it out... but if folks really like it, the earliest we can adopt that into an AP will be next February.

I like the new read-aloud text formatting

And a 7/23 delivery to Texas. However, if past experience has shown me anything it is a 7/23 delivery to the mail center in Austin with another 2 days to Houston.

Odd. I live in San Antonio and I got mine days ago. I believe it was Tuesday the 17th.

Another "7/23" Houstonian here. It's not just silverhair2008.

We're trying it out... but if folks really like it, the earliest we can adopt that into an AP will be next February.

I'm not a huge fan of it, I think it works alright for 1 of things, but when you have multiple named creatures using the same stat block you can run into some size/space ugliness (see page 178 for instance).

Perhaps dropping the hp from that line but keep the CR and XP would be better?

Or drop the word each and hope people can figure it out.

Still waiting for my book to show up, but here is a couple of photos I just found online of an unboxing :
http://irontavern.com/2012/07/21/rise-of-the-runelords-unboxing/#

It looks great and are really looking forward to seeing IRL.

Link

FIFY

I received mine on Friday and I have to say it is absolutely beautiful. It is truly a labor of love by all involved. I personally want to thank you for all that you put into this. I already have owned the original AP's and have been a subscriber since the beginning but I couldn't resist the Anniversary Edition and I'm not disappointed.

Kudos and thank you for this.

Thank you SilverHair

I preordered mine in September of 2011 and have been eagerly anticipating it's arrival. When anticipation builds up expectations there can always be disappointment. Words cannot accurately describe the level of joy and satisfaction during my initial thumb through of this tome (the first page I opened up to was the Scribbler, poetic). For me, it was all that I anticipated and more. If I was a little more articulate I would write a review. The reviews that were written seem to be the same old personal gripes and not objective screenings. I find it funny that people balk at prices and complain about "hidden" or "added" costs with supplementals. This is an expensive hobby and I accept that. But with that acceptance I expect quality and there is no doubt that this book is of high quality. I will be purchasing all the support material, including the minis and pawns without question. In the end, I hope to run a memorable and enjoyable campaign. Well done Paizo, another home run and further solidifying my continued support for your products. Wizards if your listening, beg the Paizo people to teach you a seminar on how to keep the fans happy. I have no problem shelling out my hard earned money for my hobby. I understand that at the end of the day, profits have to be made, hell, I want someone to make a lot of money on gaming so they continue to put out more stuff. But I want to be taken care of and Paizo does that.

I preordered and have been reading it nonstop and it's helped my GM with some areas he was stuck on with Jade Regent and I love the newer style layout. I'd love to see more Adventure paths this detailed and put-together. And those stat-blocks. I can't say enough about them. Also, thank you for the new pic of Jubrayl Vhiski. Thank you so much. *scuttles off*

I was trying to order a copy from amazon, and i am used to the delay in release but the date of release amazon has for this book is ridiculous, June 8, 2013.

Does Pazio know the possible reason for this or are they as clueless as Amazon is with Pazio product releases?

I was trying to order a copy from amazon, and i am used to the delay in release but the date of release amazon has for this book is ridiculous, June 8, 2013.

Does Pazio know the possible reason for this or are they as clueless as Amazon is with Pazio product releases?

Amazon messing up a date for a Pathfinder product? Never heard of that happening Before. *COUGH* Advanced Race Guide *COUGH*

I was trying to order a copy from amazon, and i am used to the delay in release but the date of release amazon has for this book is ridiculous, June 8, 2013.

Does Pazio know the possible reason for this or are they as clueless as Amazon is with Pazio product releases?

I am fairly sure Amazon just puts in random dates until they actually get the product.

zergtitan wrote:

I was trying to order a copy from amazon, and i am used to the delay in release but the date of release amazon has for this book is ridiculous, June 8, 2013.

Does Pazio know the possible reason for this or are they as clueless as Amazon is with Pazio product releases?

I am fairly sure Amazon just puts in random dates until they actually get the product.

well the date they chose is completely out of the ball park and hitting an old man watching television. Causing him to go into a coma, which lasts until he is reborn to a white trash couple who became millionaires after a chance winning of the lottery.

In other words it's ridiculous.

Finally received my shipping notification for my subscriptions so I downloaded the PDF's.

Wow, the book looks absolutely amazingsome!!!

I just wish I had not been running the original for the past year and was just getting ready to start anew from this book.

Oh well, time to find a second group to run this for so I can use this book and the new minis.

Touchdown! Got my copy from the packet station yesterday.

Thanks again, Paizo!

Got mine yesterday and all I can say is WOW! Great job Paizo! Can't wait to start reading it.

Ditto re: Amazon difficulties

I receive a notice from Amazon.ca this morning that told me that my order for Rise of the Runelords Anniv Edition was delayed unti January, 8, 2013.

Perhaps what is happening here is that there is no different SKU# or anything else in their database to indicate that the collector's edition is different from the already released hardcover version of the book. Just a guess.

I know that other Canadian customers have mentioned the same issue with the "delay" of the book and some of them don't even know it's now out. You might want to look into it.

I'm on the phone with Amazon right now. I got the same e-mail giving 10 Jan 2013 in the US.

Received Anniversary edition and monthly subscription shipment today. Excuse me while I go reading.

Also got mine yesterday...to sit on my shelf as I'm playing in it, unread. Can't wait until I can actually read it!

Ditto re: Amazon difficulties

I receive a notice from Amazon.ca this morning that told me that my order for Rise of the Runelords Anniv Edition was delayed unti January, 8, 2013.

Perhaps what is happening here is that there is no different SKU# or anything else in their database to indicate that the collector's edition is different from the already released hardcover version of the book. Just a guess.

I know that other Canadian customers have mentioned the same issue with the "delay" of the book and some of them don't even know it's now out. You might want to look into it.

The Deluxe Edition of the hardcover isn't being released into distribution at all, so I don't think that's the source of the issue. Regardless, I will poke the Sales Sensei to see if they can go shake a tree to get the issue resolved.

Steel_Wind wrote:

Ditto re: Amazon difficulties

I receive a notice from Amazon.ca this morning that told me that my order for Rise of the Runelords Anniv Edition was delayed unti January, 8, 2013.

Perhaps what is happening here is that there is no different SKU# or anything else in their database to indicate that the collector's edition is different from the already released hardcover version of the book. Just a guess.

I know that other Canadian customers have mentioned the same issue with the "delay" of the book and some of them don't even know it's now out. You might want to look into it.

The Deluxe Edition of the hardcover isn't being released into distribution at all, so I don't think that's the source of the issue. Regardless, I will poke the Sales Sensei to see if they can go shake a tree to get the issue resolved.

Then again...if it is somehow the source of the issue and Amazon is willing to send us a copy of the Deluxe Edition at the cost the offered for the standard one and still pay Paizo their price for the Deluxe Edtion...

Hmm. So, should I get the PDF and hope for the best? heheheh

Then again...if it is somehow the source of the issue and Amazon is willing to send us a copy of the Deluxe Edition at the cost the offered for the standard one and still pay Paizo their price for the Deluxe Edtion...

Hmm. So, should I get the PDF and hope for the best? heheheh

Liz is correct. The Deluxe Edition is a product exclusive to Paizo, so Amazon wouldn't be receiving that kind of information from us anyway. I do, however, highly recommend the PDF if you're interested in it. We packed it full of neat stuff (hyperlinks on the sides of the pages, interactive maps, handouts and a Lite version!). :)

Spiral_Ninja wrote:

Then again...if it is somehow the source of the issue and Amazon is willing to send us a copy of the Deluxe Edition at the cost the offered for the standard one and still pay Paizo their price for the Deluxe Edtion...

Hmm. So, should I get the PDF and hope for the best? heheheh

Liz is correct. The Deluxe Edition is a product exclusive to Paizo, so Amazon wouldn't be receiving that kind of information from us anyway. I do, however, highly recommend the PDF if you're interested in it. We packed it full of neat stuff (hyperlinks on the sides of the pages, interactive maps, handouts and a Lite version!). :)

I figured...but I can still dream, can't I?

I still like my idea. Call Amazon, when they say that this does not come out until next year, email the person I talked to a pic of me holding the book. Then see what they have to say.

Just went on Barnes and Noble website, and they have the book for $38.54 plus tax, and they expect it to arrive on the 31st of this month! This is why I love bookstores like B&N, and cried the the closure of Borders. Bookstores for the common people are awesome! :)

Just got the book today - being my birthday as well that was perfect timing!!

Just went on Barnes and Noble website, and they have the book for $38.54 plus tax, and they expect it to arrive on the 31st of this month! This is why I love bookstores like B&N, and cried the the closure of Borders. Bookstores for the common people are awesome! :)

If B&N will have it by the 31st, so will Amazon. It's not like they have different sources for the book.

While I miss Borders, I wish Barnes and Noble would follow in their fate.

This problem is usually generated by our distributor who sells to Amazon, and not Amazon itself. I know for sure the distributor has received the book. I cannot yet tell if Amazon has picked up their share of the goodies. I have also pinged our distributor to fix this error.

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This problem is usually generated by our distributor who sells to Amazon, and not Amazon itself. I know for sure the distributor has received the book. I cannot yet tell if Amazon has picked up their share of the goodies. I have also pinged our distributor to fix this error.

Thanks. I'm so looking forward to this book.

Just got my copy of the physical book, and I sadly have to say, I'm really, really disappointed. The page backgrounds are just a hideous color, some weird parchment-esque beige darkening a bit towards the bottom, and with the black text, the bottom third or so of most pages is basically unreadable to me. I never noticed it before this because all I ever downloaded was the Lite PDF, and that one was perfectly readable, but this book? Almost worthless to me, I'm very sorry to say.

For what it's worth, though, my dyslexic wife doesn't have any issue with the pages. She can read it without any problem and doesn't know what I'm complaining about. :\

Just got my copy of the physical book, and I sadly have to say, I'm really, really disappointed. The page backgrounds are just a hideous color, some weird parchment-esque beige darkening a bit towards the bottom, and with the black text, the bottom third or so of most pages is basically unreadable to me. I never noticed it before this because all I ever downloaded was the Lite PDF, and that one was perfectly readable, but this book? Almost worthless to me, I'm very sorry to say.

For what it's worth, though, my dyslexic wife doesn't have any issue with the pages. She can read it without any problem and doesn't know what I'm complaining about. :\

To each their own, I guess. The background is one of my favorite parts of the design, actually.

If B&N will have it by the 31st, so will Amazon. It's not like they have different sources for the book.

While I miss Borders, I wish Barnes and Noble would follow in their fate.

Hush, you! I love B&N! Spend a ton of time there reading with a chai in hand!

Just got my copy of the physical book, and I sadly have to say, I'm really, really disappointed. The page backgrounds are just a hideous color, some weird parchment-esque beige darkening a bit towards the bottom, and with the black text, the bottom third or so of most pages is basically unreadable to me. I never noticed it before this because all I ever downloaded was the Lite PDF, and that one was perfectly readable, but this book? Almost worthless to me, I'm very sorry to say.

For what it's worth, though, my dyslexic wife doesn't have any issue with the pages. She can read it without any problem and doesn't know what I'm complaining about. :\

I've looked through mine extensively, and while there is a slight darkening at the very bottom right corner of the page, I struggle to see how anyone has a hard time reading it. I can read it perfectly fine in dim lighting. Different people have different sensitivities, I guess, but that little edge hardly makes it unreadable. And the parchment design for the pages was a wonderful touch, I thought. I'm a fan of such decisions.

I'd have to agree with your wife on this one, good sir!

Can anyone with the PDF tell me...is this PDF well hyperlinked? The PDF of the Beginner Box has some great hyperlinks in it that have really helped my electronic navigation of the books. I'm cautious about throwing in on this without knowing just a little bit more about it.

Thanks!
>WBM

Can anyone with the PDF tell me...is this PDF well hyperlinked? The PDF of the Beginner Box has some great hyperlinks in it that have really helped my electronic navigation of the books. I'm cautious about throwing in on this without knowing just a little bit more about it.

Thanks!
>WBM

The PDF is much larger than the Beginner Box, so the content isn't hyperlinked. However, there are navigation tabs on the sides of the pages that allow you to jump between sections of the book really easily.

Can anyone with the PDF tell me...is this PDF well hyperlinked?

Partially.

The links in the main table of contents don't seem to work, but the links to at least some of the sub-parts in "Burnt Offerings" and "The Skinsaw Murders" do. I haven't checked the other parts.

bryan.mullins wrote:

Can anyone with the PDF tell me...is this PDF well hyperlinked?

Partially.

The links in the main table of contents don't seem to work, but the links to at least some of the sub-parts in "Burnt Offerings" and "The Skinsaw Murders" do. I haven't checked the other parts.

These will get fixed sometime soon in an update to correct some other minor things people have experienced also.

Q: Will you be doing hardcover compilations of all of your Adventure Paths?

Off all Adventure Paths it's not useful but the hardcover compilation of the 4 OGL Adventure Path maybe yes...