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Campaign Sourcebook and Catacomb Guide/Dungeon Master's Guide/Rules Supplement/ (Advanced Dungeons and Dragons)

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One of my favorite RPG accessories of all time - the only thing that will save a DM more hair and sanity than this is the DMG or the Book of Lairs. The ultimate crisis resource - there are no rules here, just over a hundred pages of outstanding sage advice from veteran TSR DM Paul Jaquays on roleplaying, descriptions, creating a campaign, running an adventure, and dealing with problems of every imaginable kind. Priceless!

This book (in my opinion) is one of the most helpful and informative books for the AD&D game. As a starting DM or long-time DM, there are things in here for you. From how to prepare for the gaming session, to mood music for the background, to sample catacombs and ruins to plan adventures around, this book is great. A must get.

Sure, it's written specificly from the AD&D2E perspective, and it still manages to have a wealth of material that is appropriate to ANY system or setting. Don't waste your money on the shiny new Campaign Helper books of any system. This is the only one you will EVER need.

Rather than the modern view of just two styles of play, it outlines 10, with the 10th being any combination of the first 9. It also deals with types of players and the kinds of problems they may cause at the table, and how to deal with them.

Overall, an excellent resource.

This book is a go-to reference for the DM who hits a wall in the imagination and needs a way to spice up the adventures. It is inspiring and can make gaming fun again. I got this early on in my DM career (uh . . . 19 years ago) and is one of my favorite resource supplements. Required reading for serious D&D gamers!