Do you remember the days of your youth playing Dungeons and Dragons? For almost 50 years this role-playing game has been enjoyed by teenagers and adults – perhaps because it relies on imagination as it draws people into a magnificent fantasy world with intriguing characters, adventures and storylines.
For those unfamiliar with the game, it was inspired by miniature wargames with their small soldiers, military formations and military paraphernalia. Dungeons and Dragons, or D&D as it is also called, is where heroes battle monsters, find treasures and overcome quests. The beauty is that the storylines are infinite, immersing the players into a wonderful fantasy world that can last for hours and can be played over a number of days, weeks even. All you need is a group of people, a starter kit and your imagination. It’s a game that can be played as a family, amongst friends and even amongst strangers.
The D&D Essentials Kit (priced at R649.99) is all you need to get started – it’s a great introduction to the world’s greatest roleplaying game. Distributed in South Africa by Solarpop, it’s available from Takealot.com, Loot, Raru.co.za, Toy Kingdom, Comic Warehouse and all good hobby stores.
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