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So as not to start a flame-war with the 4e/4e-ess aficionados I shall mention the info here only and allow myself maximum sarcasm allocation.

It looks like WotC is going to churn even more money by turning the D&D franchise into a Tragic the Garnering hybrid.

For those who remember Tome of Battle: The Book of Nine Swords and the rumour at the time that it was a preview of 4e within 3.5 (daily/per encounter powers); there is not much of a stretch to allow for a conspiracy theory to develop: "Is this 5th Edition being previewed within the mechanics of 4ed/4e-ess?"

Note that the fortune card webpage seems aimed more at retailers than at players. I got the link from an EN-World newsletter. I like the mention of "not really needed for D&D... but they will be compulsory anyway." as in For some Wizards Play Network programs aimed at experienced players, Fortune Card purchase will be a requirement to participate, but our broadly-appealing programs like D&D Encounters will feature their use without such a requirement.

8 cards for $4, which will likely become 8 cards for £3 for us (if not £4!) who would have thought that paper was that expensive to print in China?

These will be "themed" as well, so expect multiple releases a year.

D&D has certainly evolved over the years. It used to be one guy with a funny little rule-book, a story, a couple of friends to play in it, and a bunch of dice. Now, the average "fully licensed player" needs:

• Books.
• More books.
• Miniatures.
• Markers.
• WotC online subscription.
• Expensive collectible cards.

Yep, I know, we have card accessories for Pathfinder RPG but these are not collectible and they are definitely optional. Not all Paizo card systems are great either I must say.

Laurent,