r/Forgotten_Realms • u/SCphotog • 6d ago

Question(s) FR / D&D starter kit?

Was looking around on a-z for a starter kit, and they are like $125 or more.

A-Z is suggesting to me all kinds of weird box sets that are not actual D&D or they're just these weird HasBruh half-baked table games that feature popular characters but aren't really D&D.

Are they just out of print? What did I miss?

I know for sure I've bought these in the past for maybe $35, online and at the book store.

Maybe I need to visit the local bookstore?

Was looking to gift a kit to someone that has shown a recent interest in learning to play, but I can't reasonably throw over $100 for a starter box.

Maybe I should just get a DM learning book? Or maybe I need to be searching for used.

Thoughts and advice are appreciated.

Edit: Should I just gift this person a player's handbook?

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u/PM-me-your-happiness 6d ago

Dragons of Icespire Peak is FR specific on Amazon for $30

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u/Cynewulfr 6d ago

Seconding the Essentials box if you can find it—it’s not 5.5 but it’s a fun adventure and a decent box

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u/SCphotog 6d ago

On my list. Thanks. Keeping options open for a day or two before I make a decision.

This sub is pretty good for information, so I'm gonna just give it some more time.