World's Largest Dungeon?

[Gnarlo]

Just picked up this monstrosity today (can I change my post in the "Scariest Monster" thread to this booK? ) It's nicely bound, lovely cover, and a font size that reminds me of reading the 1 volume OED I don't think anyone can complain about not getting their money's worth out of it. Also came with the maps shrinkwrapped seperately in a pack with a set of Chessex Strawberry dice, a pack of 2 Reaper minis, and the 3.5 Character Record Folio from Green Ronin; I'm not sure if those are standard with the book or more reason to like my FLGS, but it was quite nice. Just sitting down with a 2L Dew to start perusing, should have an interesting evening in front of me.

 

[Demon Gnome]

I thought the official release date for this was aug. 30th, today. Is that only for those who order from AEG directly or picked it up at Gencon? Just talked to Amazon today and they have no idea when it's supposed to be out. Are there any companies with it for sale right now?

 

[spectre72]

Also came with the maps shrinkwrapped seperately in a pack with a set of Chessex Strawberry dice, a pack of 2 Reaper minis, and the 3.5 Character Record Folio from Green Ronin; I'm not sure if those are standard with the book or more reason to like my FLGS, but it was quite nice.

Jim,

Is this standard with the maps, or was his FLGS just being nice to him.

I have ordered my copy from amazon.com and was just curious if I should expect extra goodies, or just the hard cover and maps.

Thanks
Scott

 

[Turin Turambar]

Well... as soon as I get mine, we will be delving into it.. A buddy of mine is getting a copy as well, and we are going to run to different groups, playing on the same days ( I presume). I will set up a web addie quickly thereafter to post results of my scenario.. hopefully he may do the same, or I just might do his as well... stay tuned

 

[calimedic911]

just out of curiosity what is an flgs? and where can I get the same setup? my local shop is not gettign mine in until friday . hopefully mine will have the same stuff. but I have been waiting impatiently for it to come in.

one quick favor... Jim, can you please hold off with the spoilers until more people have the book? I love the posts but I also want some suprise when I get it.

Thanks for the Fantastic work guys. I have been picking up everything I can get my hands on from you guys and am looking forward to lots more...

Sean

 

[BiggusGeekus]

just out of curiosity what is an flgs?

F------
Local
Gaming
Store

The "F" can stand for "Friendly" or "Fiendish" depending on how nice the store is.

 

[johnsemlak]

F------
Local
Gaming
Store

The "F" can stand for "Friendly" or "Fiendish" depending on how nice the store is.

...or perhaps 'foul', as in foul-smelling.

 

[spectre72]

Jim,

Is this standard with the maps, or was his FLGS just being nice to him.

I have ordered my copy from amazon.com and was just curious if I should expect extra goodies, or just the hard cover and maps.

Thanks
Scott

Since Jim appears to be busy does anyone who has bought this care to comment on what they got with their maps.

Just very curious if other people got goodies shrinkwrapped with their maps.

Scott

 

[DaveMage]

I doubt that AEG would include a Green Ronin product with the WLD. This sounds like either a distributor promotion or just local to that game store.

 

[jim pinto]

I doubt that AEG would include a Green Ronin product with the WLD. This sounds like either a distributor promotion or just local to that game store.

AEG has not bundled the dungeon with any other books or products,
but it seems like a smart call for a distributor to throw in some useful
slow-moving goodies in a bundle for his better stores. Charge $5 more
for $20 worth of product and everybody wins.



As for my 24-hour absence from the board, John Zinser and I visited
GameTowne in San Diego and ran a 12-player World's Largest Dungeon
session. Ironically, the first ever death to a character outside of the AEG
offices came to Clay's Ranger who was Turned to Stone and died being
turned back. He was, however, resurrected in the Kiln of Odin and returned
to fight off the beasts.

We even had a beholder encounter (illegally, i might add), which died
easily at the hands of 12 18th-level characters.

I'll post an official report of the session, but John and I had a great time
and we want to thank everyone involved for having us.

Matt, Becky, and Clay all won prizes from the store owner and John and I are sending them a fruit basket filled with d20 books in place of fruit.

Peace