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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Dr. Strangemonkey" data-source="post: 4280404" data-attributes="member: 6533">Well, I'm no expert - who is at this point?  But here's what I'd say:1.) Try the maps out and skip the minis.  Just use counters or make your own with bits of construction paper and brightly colored markers.  I recommend this because seeing the whole thing in action really does make all of the Monster abilities -> DM tactics click.2.) Then skip the map just get something you can write names and conditions on.  You don't really need one.  It adds to the fun, and you may need a drawn map even where you don't need a grid.  But once you've seen how the Monster Text works from the map then you need to focus on the text without the map.3.) Buy and/or use a few pre-made adventures.  They're easy to modify, filled with crunchy ideas, and good for training DMs.</blockquote>