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Old 07-31-2020, 04:40 PM   #1
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Sorry if this has been asked before, but what in print boxed item should I purchase if I want an introduction to the game? Not interested in print and play items. Thanks in advance.
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Old 07-31-2020, 04:51 PM   #2
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Melee is out of print so buy Wizard (and download the free Melee PDF).

http://www.warehouse23.com/products/...sy-trip-wizard
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Old 07-31-2020, 04:52 PM   #3
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I ended up buying Melee & Wizard.
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Old 07-31-2020, 04:54 PM   #4
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In the Labyrinth is the core rulebook.
The rest are copies of the '80s originals or enhancements that you will want for reading and ideas if for no other reason.
I suggest you get the Death Test. It's good for learning turn sequencing and combat basics.
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Old 07-31-2020, 04:55 PM   #5
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You will then have most of the tactical game. When you're ready to run RPG campaigns where non-combat talents apply then come back and pick up ITL.

http://www.warehouse23.com/products/...-the-labyrinth
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Old 08-01-2020, 07:57 AM   #6
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I have a set of tutorials if you get stuck on a part.
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Old 08-06-2020, 07:13 PM   #7
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Thanks. Is this the best way to find a game? I’m aware of the player map, but I’m looking for an online game. Does anybody use Vassal?
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Old 08-08-2020, 02:06 AM   #8
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There are players for Tabletop Simulator, which is good for battles. But there are people that use Roll20 and Fantasy Grounds as well, which I assume is much better for the role-playing part. There is not a module currently on Vassal.
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Old 08-08-2020, 06:32 AM   #9
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Role playing is easiest on Discord, but it has no counter support.
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Old 08-08-2020, 06:33 AM   #10
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The TFT Discord server is pretty active and has a channel for people looking for players/a game to join. The TFT Facebook group is also fairly active, and sometimes posts are put there for folks looking for players for a game.
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