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Pathfinder Roleplaying Game: Core Rulebook
This complete, standalone, fantasy roleplaying game takes your fantasy campaigns to new heights of adventure!The Pathfinder Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook includes: revised rules; updated options; a streamlined skill system; a host of new and familiar feats; new equipment; additional combat options; dozens of new and revised spells; new rules for curses, diseases, and poisons; a completely overhauled experience system with options for slow, medium, and fast advancement; hundreds and hundreds of magic items... and much, much more!Ages: 13+Officially licensed merchandise.
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25 Reddit comments about Pathfinder Roleplaying Game: Core Rulebook:

u/illusio · 14 pointsr/rpg

Lets include more nonsense in this pointless debate.

4e D&D outsells Pathfinder!

4e Amazon Sales Rank: #4,549

Pathfinder Amazon Sales Rank: #14,423

Lets all just play the game you enjoy. Who cares which sells better.

u/Reasonabledwarf · 6 pointsr/rpg

It may ruin a bit of the nostalgia, but Pathfinder might be of interest to you. The game is, at its core, identical to 3.5e, but with minor improvements throughout. It does lose the D&D name, but retains more of the flavour than 4e did. Plus, you can get it new, and you don't need to buy a Dungeon Master's Guide, as all that info is in the core rulebook! Neato!

u/driscoll42 · 5 pointsr/rpg

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Pathfinder-Roleplaying-Game-Core-Rulebook/dp/1601251505/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1269579875&sr=8-1

I always found this to be the biggest problem with tabletop gaming. It's just SO EXPENSIVE. I was just in a game store last weekend and everything was $40 at minimum it seemed like. I would buy a ton of the books if they were in the $10-$20 range, but there's only so much I can afford. Same goes for board games, I want the Settlers of Catan expansions, but I'm not paying $43+tax for them.

u/alittletooquiet · 5 pointsr/Pathfinder_RPG

Yes, and that's the easiest way.

Of course if you want to jump in the deep end, all you need is the core rulebook, the beastiary, and a set of dice.

u/Terkala · 5 pointsr/rpg

Pathfinder core rulebook, $49.99 at release (see the list price entry).

http://www.amazon.com/Pathfinder-Roleplaying-Game-Core-Rulebook/dp/1601251505

u/MrPupTent · 4 pointsr/Birmingham

You should find out which version and/or edition he is using. Then get him a player's handbook in that format. Player's Handbook 5e


There are other RPG formats:

ICRPG

Pathfinder Roleplaying Game: Core Rulebook


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u/Vermylion · 3 pointsr/itmejp

If you're completely new to DnD, I'd go for either DnD 3.5 or Pathfinder. Neal uses an apparently very homebrewed 2nd Edition, so, you're not going to be playing the same game with regular old 2e stuff. It's clunky and aged, and he (presumably) still uses it because it's what he's always used, so he's used to it, and he's ironed out the kinks.

So, yeah, the most recent edition of DnD is 4e, which is commonly considered to be a little bit too dumbed down, but it doesn't really matter that much if you're new. Still, the books are expensive, so you should try to look into the different versions and find out which one sounds like you'd prefer it. 3.5 and Pathfinder are very similar, as Pathfinder is actually based on 3.5 with a couple things done to streamline some of the combat. Also,the art in the books is really pretty (completely superficial, but it's nice,) and you don't have to buy a rule book, player handbook, AND a bestiary, just the core book and a bestiary if you're DMing, so it's like thirty bucks cheaper, AND Pathfinder is backwards compatible with 3.5 books, so... yeah, that's also nice. They also have a DM's guide which is all about how to make and run a game. Pathfinder and 3.5 both have a bunch of ancillary resource books too, like NPC and equipment books. I know Neal has at least one weapons book, but they aren't necessary; they're just extra guidance.

u/[deleted] · 3 pointsr/rpg

The best thing you can do is to find someone who has some experience to show you the ropes for at least a few sessions. If you start asking around among your friends, you're likely to find someone who has a fairly decent grasp of it. Failing that, find a local gaming store and ask around for someone willing to GM for you. Tabletop gaming is one of those hobbies that makes 100x more sense once you've actually done it.

As for a game system, i personally like to suggest starting with D&D 4th edition. It's simple, most gamers know how to play it, and the general fantasy setting is one you're going to see a lot in other games. Once you have some experience under your belt, i suggest you try out some other games/genres (i like Pathfinder, Vampire: The Masquerade, and Savage Worlds).

Good luck and have fun! Feel free to ask me any additional questions :)

u/KarateRobot · 3 pointsr/rpg

Either the Pathfinder Beginner Box or the D&D Red Box Starter Set will give you everything you need to start playing a simplified version of the full games, all in one box. Buy it, invite friends over, unwrap the box, start playing.

The rules are written in such a way as to let players get started immediately, but the person running the game (the Dungeon Master or Game Master) will probably want to look through it for a few minutes beforehand.

If you like the tutorials, you might move on to the full games. I like Pathfinder, so I'll focus on that one.

If you want to play the "full" Pathfinder game, you don't need the Beginner Box, instead you need:

  • One copy of The Core Rulebook
  • One copy of The Bestiary
  • One set (or more if you want) of polyhedral dice, such as this.
  • One character sheet per player [PDF]
  • Some pencils
  • Some tokens to represent characters and monsters (pennies, nickels and dimes will do)

    All other books you will see listed are optional: they provide more options, more content, more ideas. Don't buy them until you need more. You may never.

    You only need one set of books and dice, but having more copies will make life easier. It's totally optional. All of the important Pathfinder content is available for free on the internet in multiple locations, so technically you could skip the books altogether if you needed to. In practice it's nice to have a hard copy.

    Also, there are thousands of RPGs out there you could play instead of D&D or Pathfinder, but I would say try them after you've gotten your feet at least slightly wet.
u/SeatieBelt · 3 pointsr/MLPLounge

Ah. Yeah, sorry you bought the wrong product if you want to get in to Pathfinder =(

It's not your fault though! There are a ton of products for Pathfinder. If you want to get started in it, I'd suggest getting the Beginner box if you are completely new to tabletop RPGs, or going directly to the Pathfinder Core Rule Book if you feel more confident about it all.

The way the game is played is that you have a party of people (usually 3-5 people) who are role playing as various characters doing their thing in the world, and one more person (the DM, GM, Sotryteller, whatever name you call him) who is the world. He plays all the non-player characters, the monsters, the environment, all of it.

If you have any specific questions, I'm more than happy to answer them!

u/Jazvolt · 3 pointsr/Pathfinder_RPG

Amazon has them for cheap! And their shipping isn't too bad, assuming you order from your country's Amazon. So long as they're not shipping overseas, though, it still shouldn't come to too much.


(Edit: http://www.amazon.com/Pathfinder-Roleplaying-Game-Core-Rulebook/dp/1601251505/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1405582330&sr=8-1&keywords=Pathfinder&dpPl=1 )

u/theyeti79 · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

I'm still a kid at heart!

I was playing D&D with my friends and we got throw into jail. Me being a druid just did a little animal transformation into a bear and busted us out. On my escape from the town I turned into an eagle. The mayor of the town who had us arrested and quite the douchebag, was outside addressing a crowd. I said to the DM, I am gonna shit on his head! DM said ok roll and I got a natural 20 and yelled out CRITICAL SHIT! Everyone burst out laughing.

Pathfinder

u/in_Gambit_we_trust · 1 pointr/DnD

Agreed. The Pathfinder Rulebook really simplifies things for a new player. You can buy it here

u/slvr13 · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Would this be the proper place to start?

u/Kairu-san · 1 pointr/RandomActsOfGaming

The Sims 3

For a giveaway, I'd probably have people post something relevant to the game they're interested in such as personal art, favorite song from the OST, or favorite YouTuber's video related to the game. Something along those lines.

On the subject of RPG content, my favorite system is Pathfinder because it's one whole system in a book and it's a well-made system. Basically D&D 3.75. d20 stuff is probably the best system-independent content. I haven't looked much into that sort of thing. I've mainly played D&D and White Wolf games.

u/rhematos · 1 pointr/tabletopgaymers

The only thing the game does assume is that everyone has the Core Rulebook and the PFS Guide

You can get a pdf version here for 9.99 : http://paizo.com/products/btpy88yj?Pathfinder-Roleplaying-Game-Core-Rulebook

Or if you want the physical copy go to amazon and save a lot of money here: http://www.amazon.com/Pathfinder-Roleplaying-Game-Core-Rulebook/dp/1601251505/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377006408&sr=8-1&keywords=pathfinder+core+rulebook



Now the guide to PFS play can be found for free at : http://paizo.com/products/btpy84k4?Guide-to-Pathfinder-Society-Organized-Play

u/ASnugglyBear · 1 pointr/rpg

You seem like you want to prepare. I'm also a person who prepares, so here are things you can do to come feeling like you have:

Email (or text or whatever) the GM and ask what version you're playing.

4th edition, D&D 3.5, Pathfinder or 5th edition are all very likely candidates, and all play different enough you will want to know a bit of the difference. The first night you don't necessarily need to have your own copy of the book, but it will be a lot easier if you do going forward.

If the group is totally new, everyone will be rolling characters. If you meant the group is new to you, and they're already playing, ask what character classes they have already.

You may be happy looking up what 'good' character classes are for that edition are (depends on how competitive you are)

Bring a cheat sheet on it the edition you're playing, a small notebook, 2 mechanical pencils, and a set of polyhedral dice

Cheat sheets:

5th Edition: http://www.enworld.org/forum/rpgdownloads.php?do=download&downloadid=1042

4th Edition: http://kassoon.com/dnd/crib-sheet/

Pathfinder Edition: https://sites.google.com/site/paolospathfinderpage/cheat-sheets

3.5 Edition: http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showthread.php?231897-3-5-Rules-Cheat-Sheets

You really need to look into which version it is to get specific recommendations from /r/rpg that will be at all helpful. Once you do get that answer on what edition you're playing, find 2 easy to play classes by asking here, or looking up "tier lists" on the internet.

If you're really up for it, after finding out what version it is, go buy the players handbook for that version, read it, and watch an hour or two of "Actual play" on the internet for that version.

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Most of D&D is about 1> Standing in the right place 2> Hitting the baddie with your big stick/magic spell 3> Not falling into traps 4> Getting loot. The game is incredibly oriented on loot and small magical items that give bonuses to attack and defense. So when an item comes up that's appropriate to your character, ask for it! Don't be a hog, but don't make the mistake of not taking enough.

When making your character, there are a lot of okay choices, a couple really really bad ones, and some superlative ones. You're unlikely to figure out the superlative ones without looking them up, but you'll probably be able to avoid the really horrible ones.

If you're worrying about the Roleplaying part, instead of the game playing part, the book "Impro" is excellent at explaining how to play characters well (the chapter on status is worthwhile on life in general)



u/rednightmare · 1 pointr/rpg

> You have previously mentioned familiarity with pathfinder... WotC owns >the franchise, they're publishing books for it.

Well I can't be blamed for misconstruing this.

That you can get the books cheaper than list price on Amazon doesn't matter. I can get anything cheaper on Amazon, including other RPGs. The cost difference is still the same and you should support your local game stores. They are central to having an active local gaming community.

Nevermind that two copies of Pathfinder at $31 is less than your $66 set anyway. Lets not even worry about Pathfinder though. It is essentially just an improved version of 3.5. The award winning SotC is also $30 from amazon and you could get two of those as well. You could get the core Savage Worlds rules plus the Fantasy Companion and Deadlands for that price. Thats good for at least 3 completely different campaign settings.

I can see that we will never agree on this. Consider taking Savage Worlds for a test drive. It won't cost you anything but time.

u/pluto_nash · 1 pointr/rpg

Not sure what you are referring to, the core book is $30

u/crackity-jones · 1 pointr/joplinmo

Here is a link to the Pathfinder core book that cardboardfish has and I have a PDF of. I'd totally be willing to buy a physical one as well.

u/ZilockeTheandil · 0 pointsr/Pathfinder_RPG

According to the Core Rulebook p246, if an animal companion is Awakened, it is no longer a companion:

> An awakened animal gets 3d6 Intelligence, +1d3 Charisma, and +2 HD. Its type becomes magical beast (augmented animal). An awakened animal can’t serve as an animal companion, familiar, or special mount.

This is also in the description of the spell on d20PFSRD.

So the GM failed in that one, by allowing them to have an Awakened animal companion in the first place. And as a GM myself, if a Druid was abusing the class feature in that manner, at the very least, he'd be facing an alignment change, if not more severe penalties. After all, he's supposed to be a protector of nature, not a serial murderer of the animals he's chosen as his companions.