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These rules are based on the original edition of the world's first and most famous fantasy roleplaying game. You know the name of that game - we're not allowed to mention it for legal reasons. Swords & Wizardry is based on the rules of the "Original" edition (1974), and also includes some rules from the First Supplement (1975). The presentation of these rules is completely new, and hopefully better organized than the original presentation. If you're a diehard fan of 0e, you will also notice that there are some structural differences in the game itself. Many of these are the house-rules used by Gary Gygax but never published by TSR or WotC, though most of them are the result of using the Open Game License. However, we've made every effort to stay true to the fundamental rules and system underlying the original books in which they were first described, and we think you'll agree that - despite any minor variations - this is still the "real thing."

them up yourself into a REAL fantasy game. And if that's you, then welcome to the bazaar - you'll find what you're looking for in these twisting alleyways of rough-cut stone. The game rules are complete, but they were written for a generation of home-brew gamers, not McFantasy consumers. Start with the simple framework of these first rules, and then imagine the hell out of it.

Not only are the rules here - reorganized for easy use - but you'll also find a free-wheeling, hobbyist's approach to the rules. Swords & Wizardry is designed to be house-ruled, tweaked, and fitted to whatever kind of fantasy or campaign you use at your own gaming table. We are hobbyists, not publishers - and S&W players are gamers, not consumers. Swords & Wizardry is a complete game, but it's also a toolkit designed for hobbyists and home-brewers. Take this basic framework, and then imagine the hell out of it!