# Introduction to Advanced Dungeons & Dragons

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1995
- **BGG Rating**: 7.1
- **BGG Rank**: #12989
- **Players**: 2-7
- **Duration**: 120 min
- **Weight**: 2.80 / 5
- **Designers**: Bruce Nesmith, Richard Baker
- **Publishers**: Editora Abril, Tactical Studies Rules (TSR)
- **Categories**: Adventure, Exploration, Fantasy, Fighting
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Player Judge, Role Playing, Square Grid

## Verdict
Want a taste of D&D without the complexity? This kit is for you! With an immersive audio CD and straightforward rules, it's the perfect pick for newcomers to tabletop RPGs.Accessible D&D introductionImmersive Portuguese audio CDFun, thematic componentsEasy cooperative experienceRequires one player as DMSimplified AD&D rulesOlder edition, hard to findFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
If you've always wanted to dive into the world of Advanced Dungeons & Dragons but found the rules too daunting, First Quest (also known as Introduction to Advanced Dungeons & Dragons) is your gateway! Released by Editora Abril, this kit was designed for beginners, offering a simplified version of the AD&D 2nd Edition system. Adventure awaits with character miniatures, a modular map, and even an audio CD with narration and sound effects in Portuguese, adding a special touch to the immersion. The game is cooperative, so you and your friends will need to work together to overcome the challenges, rolling dice and using your characters' abilities. One player takes on the role of the 'Dungeon Master,' guiding the narrative and controlling the monsters, making each game unique. It's a fantastic way to experience D&D's fantasy and adventure without getting lost in a sea of rules. Prepare your swords and spells, as dangers lurk around every corner!

## FAQ
### How many players can participate?
The game is for 2 to 7 players. One player will be the Dungeon Master, and the others will take on the roles of the adventurers.

### What is the average playtime?
The adventures are designed to be played in approximately 120 minutes (2 hours).

### Do I need prior RPG experience to play?
No! This game was specifically made to introduce new players to the world of Advanced Dungeons & Dragons in a simplified way.

### What comes in the box?
The box includes plastic miniatures, an audio CD, character cards, a Dungeon Master screen, dice, and a reversible map.

### Is the audio CD essential for playing?
The CD greatly enhances the atmosphere and immersion with narration and sound effects in Portuguese, but the game can be played without it, with the DM describing the events.

### Is this a competitive or cooperative game?
It's a cooperative game. All players (except the DM) work together to complete the adventure.

### Is this game the same as D&D 5th Edition?
No, this is a simplified version of Advanced Dungeons & Dragons, based on the 2nd Edition. It's quite different from more recent editions like the 5th.