What do you think this will contain?

[Jib]

Is this a teaser or a rule set you can work with before 4E is officially released?

http://www.amazon.com/Wizards-Presents-Classes-Michele-Carter/dp/0786948019

It is out this December... Maybe a Christmas gift?

 

[Nikosandros]

There is some discussion about them here.

 

[Jib]

Thank Niko! It still remains to be seen what these books will contain. The people at WOTC used the word "primer" which almost sounds to me like a very basic version of the finished rule system. Of course others on the forum speculate that it is just a "making of" or "promo" version of the 4E games with lots of eye candy.

 

[Nikosandros]

Thank Niko! It still remains to be seen what these books will contain. The people at WOTC used the word "primer" which almost sounds to me like a very basic version of the finished rule system. Of course others on the forum speculate that it is just a "making of" or "promo" version of the 4E games with lots of eye candy.

What this books will contain is not completely clear, but I think there won't be too much in the way of rules and it will contains essays about the development. I could be wrong though.

 

[Jhaelen]

What this books will contain is not completely clear, but I think there won't be too much in the way of rules and it will contains essays about the development. I could be wrong though.

That's my guess, too. I think, we'll get the first glimpse of the rules with the first adventure.

 

[Nifft]

What this books will contain is not completely clear, but I think there won't be too much in the way of rules and it will contains essays about the development. I could be wrong though.

Book Description
A behind-the-scenes exploration of the Dungeons & Dragons(R) game.

This lavishly illustrated book gives roleplaying game fans a unique, behind-the-curtain glimpse into the making of the Dungeons & Dragons roleplaying game. The book contains essays and asides from the game's premier designers, developers, and editors. Through words and illustrations, it explores some of the D&D game's most iconic races and classes, sharing insights never before revealed in any previous game product.

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So it looks like it's going to be a "human interest" style book, with photos showing what WotC looks like inside, probably some pictures of their concept art, and interviews with people (probably NOT focused on the rules).

Meh, -- N

 

[Jib]

Nifft I agree. Not a primer or set of simplified rules as I was hoping. I think I too will pass on this product.