For sale is a well-used but complete copy of the Advanced Dungeons & Dragons 1st Edition Dungeon Masters Guide by Gary Gygax.
This is the classic Revised Edition — December 1979 printing (ISBN 0-935696-02-4). It includes the official errata corrections, expanded appendices, additional tables, and reference material that TSR incorporated after the very first printings. Still 100% 1st Edition AD&D — the same iconic ruleset that launched modern tabletop RPGs. Not 2nd Edition.
Key Features: • Iconic “red devil” cover art by David C. Sutherland III (efreet battle scene) • Classic fantasy city back cover with the large white oval text box • Unicorn illustration on the interior title page • Full index, combat matrices, monster lists, treasure tables, random dungeon & wilderness generation, and Gary’s legendary DM advice
Condition: • Used / Heavily Played – This book clearly saw real tabletop campaigns over the years. • Front and back covers show scuffs, scratches, edge wear, and some color fading typical of a 45+ year old gaming book. • Spine is intact with visible creasing and wear. • All pages are present and firmly bound — no missing or loose pages. • Paper shows expected age-related yellowing and minor spotting. • Original owner stamp inside front cover • Binding remains solid for its age.
This is a genuine early 1st Edition DMG that was actually used at the table — perfect for collectors who want a playable copy or to complete their vintage AD&D collection. It has real “battle scars” from decades of gaming, not shelf wear.
Details: • Publisher: TSR Games • Author: Gary Gygax • Year: 1979 (Revised Edition, December 1979 printing) • ISBN: 0-935696-02-4
Shipping: Carefully packed with bubble wrap and rigid cardboard to protect the spine.
Shipped via USPS Media Mail (best for heavy books)
Thanks for looking — feel free to ask any questions. May your dice always roll high!