Hey there! At 11:48 you mention a review of the digital version, but I can’t seem to find that video. I have the digital version from a Humble Bundle, and seem to lack the creative vision to use it. I’d love to see your video on the digital version. Thanks!
Here’s the link to my review of rhe digital version (pre-remaster) - ruclips.net/video/IUXMRvRxkF8/видео.htmlsi=NWH0Pkx7Zbl8j1JR // When I prepped to run this for my family, I printed out the adventure and put in a binder. I also use a blank pathfinder battle mat (a great investment) to draw on with an expo marker.
Very interesting Beginner Box. Thank you! Started in 1980 with D&D BX. Played every edition of D&D since then. It's time to look at Pathfinder now that it's Remastered without the OGL.
Thanks for this review. I had the original PF 1E beginners box, and even though I did not use it for playing PF games, I still to this day use the pawns, maps, and the beginner adventure. Paizo really makes good products. I might have to buy the new beginner’s box anyway. Btw, their goblins are the best! I have 10 of their pre-painted goblins in my minis collection ❤ Thanks again!
Thanks so much for the comment! Yeah. I find D&D goblins to lack flavor. Just a minion to hack through. Pathfinder’s goblins on the other hand are awesome.
@@rchriswellsyou mentioned an email to Paizo if one has a library or after school program (I did not see it in the notes). Can I get that? I do run a d&d tween club (we are actually playing Shadowdark currently), and I might see about running a few sessions of PF to see what they think.
I would definitely start with Troubles in Otari-the continuation of the Beginner Box. I generally think short, pithy adventures are better for kids, so I would look at some of Paizo’s One Shots and Pathfinder Society adventures. However, if you want a full-length campaign, I’m intrigued by Strength of Thousands which is an adventure path where the PCs play as students in a magical academy in the Mwangi Expanse. I’ve not reviewed it but it looks really cool for younger players.
Thanks so much for that info about the school/youth support from Paolo, I’m definitely going to suggest that to some people that work in schools and in youth work programs!
It’s the same adventure. However, all the spells, magic items, terminology (flat-footed = off guard) and monsters match the new remastered edition. A handful of monsters have been substituted out. Other than that, it’s the same as the original.
I think the biggest thing preventing me from getting into Pathfinder 2e is the sheer number of books. Are the different Player Core books required, should I just wait for the remastered versions to be released? It's like looking back at how D&D 3.5 turned out, a book for every occasion it seemed. I kinda choked when I looked at the price of this box set, but with literally everything in it, it's definitely a much better value then any of the 5e beginner sets, and I have generally high opinions of those, in comparison with the rehashings of old content back to the AD&D days.
No book is required because rules are all free on AoN. If you really want a book, Player Core 1 is all you need. Monster Core is you want more monsters but not required. GM Core if you want alternate rules and design tips etc, not required. Player Core 2 if you want more player options. Again, none of these are required
@@rchriswells 2 good examples, the "D&D Adventure System", which are boardgames, but solo is an option, and "Dragonbane" of course. So it's very possible to do, and Coronapocalypse pushed this more into the light, but still, most of the time, they'll avoid it like the devil does holy water. It's not like this would be super expensive to do, we are probably talking about a couple of pages, in the simplest variant. So weird this isn't more mainstream.
Had an incredible time teaching my parents how to play Pathfinder with the beginner box :)
That’s awesome!!
Hey there! At 11:48 you mention a review of the digital version, but I can’t seem to find that video. I have the digital version from a Humble Bundle, and seem to lack the creative vision to use it. I’d love to see your video on the digital version. Thanks!
Here’s the link to my review of rhe digital version (pre-remaster) - ruclips.net/video/IUXMRvRxkF8/видео.htmlsi=NWH0Pkx7Zbl8j1JR // When I prepped to run this for my family, I printed out the adventure and put in a binder. I also use a blank pathfinder battle mat (a great investment) to draw on with an expo marker.
I love all Dungeons with Dads videos!
Thanks so much!
What is very good about the BB is that it gives you enough monsters and info on Otari that you can continue the adventures beyond what's in the box.
Totally!
I love this beginner box. It's so fun to open and go through. Christmas every day of the year!
Haha! I agree!
Very interesting Beginner Box. Thank you! Started in 1980 with D&D BX. Played every edition of D&D since then. It's time to look at Pathfinder now that it's Remastered without the OGL.
You’ll love it!
Wow. I did not know that they remastered the BB. That's great!
Thanks for this review. I had the original PF 1E beginners box, and even though I did not use it for playing PF games, I still to this day use the pawns, maps, and the beginner adventure. Paizo really makes good products. I might have to buy the new beginner’s box anyway.
Btw, their goblins are the best! I have 10 of their pre-painted goblins in my minis collection ❤
Thanks again!
Thanks so much for the comment! Yeah. I find D&D goblins to lack flavor. Just a minion to hack through. Pathfinder’s goblins on the other hand are awesome.
@@rchriswellsyou mentioned an email to Paizo if one has a library or after school program (I did not see it in the notes). Can I get that? I do run a d&d tween club (we are actually playing Shadowdark currently), and I might see about running a few sessions of PF to see what they think.
@@dustincoopermusictotally! community@paizo.com!
@@rchriswells thank you, good sir!
Thanks for this review, I'm sold! Is there an adventure path you'd recommend for younger players?
I would definitely start with Troubles in Otari-the continuation of the Beginner Box. I generally think short, pithy adventures are better for kids, so I would look at some of Paizo’s One Shots and Pathfinder Society adventures. However, if you want a full-length campaign, I’m intrigued by Strength of Thousands which is an adventure path where the PCs play as students in a magical academy in the Mwangi Expanse. I’ve not reviewed it but it looks really cool for younger players.
Thanks so much for that info about the school/youth support from Paolo, I’m definitely going to suggest that to some people that work in schools and in youth work programs!
Awesome!
Edit: Paizo, not Paolo 😂
Great intro to their complex game.
It looks identical to the previous 2e Beginner Box set. What exactly makes this set "Remastered" ?
It’s the same adventure. However, all the spells, magic items, terminology (flat-footed = off guard) and monsters match the new remastered edition. A handful of monsters have been substituted out. Other than that, it’s the same as the original.
I think the biggest thing preventing me from getting into Pathfinder 2e is the sheer number of books. Are the different Player Core books required, should I just wait for the remastered versions to be released? It's like looking back at how D&D 3.5 turned out, a book for every occasion it seemed. I kinda choked when I looked at the price of this box set, but with literally everything in it, it's definitely a much better value then any of the 5e beginner sets, and I have generally high opinions of those, in comparison with the rehashings of old content back to the AD&D days.
No book is required because rules are all free on AoN. If you really want a book, Player Core 1 is all you need. Monster Core is you want more monsters but not required. GM Core if you want alternate rules and design tips etc, not required. Player Core 2 if you want more player options. Again, none of these are required
Why there isn't a solo-option in general is beyond me.
I think there’s a real market for that!
@@rchriswells 2 good examples, the "D&D Adventure System", which are boardgames, but solo is an option, and "Dragonbane" of course.
So it's very possible to do, and Coronapocalypse pushed this more into the light, but still, most of the time, they'll avoid it like the devil does holy water.
It's not like this would be super expensive to do, we are probably talking about a couple of pages, in the simplest variant.
So weird this isn't more mainstream.