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While it is possible to play a single game, unrelated to any other game events past or future, it is the campaign for which these rules are designed. It is relatively simple to set up a fantasy campaign, and better still, it will cost almost nothing. In fact you will not even need miniature figures, although their occasional employment is recommended for real spectacle when battles are fought. A quick glance at the Equipment section of this booklet will reveal just how little is required. The most extensive requirement is time. The campaign referee will have to have sufficient time to meet the demands of his players, he will have to devote a number of hours to laying out the maps of his 'dungeons' and upper terrain before the affair begins.

Gary Gygax#1

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About this quote

What does it mean?
Campaigns are designed for long-term play and require time more than expensive materials.
In plain terms
Playing a series of games together costs little except time and map preparation.
What can you take from it?
Invest time in setup rather than buying expensive accessories for campaigns.

Where it applies

  • setting up a new campaign
  • budgeting for hobbies
  • long-term projects

Putting it to work

  • start simple campaigns
  • allocate time for prep
  • minimize material costs

Questions to consider

  • What resources do you need to start a project?
  • How much time is worth investing in setup?

Another view

Some players may still value miniatures or maps for visual clarity.

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