{"product_id":"9781507210932","title":"The Ultimate RPG Gameplay Guide : Role-Play the Best Campaign Ever—No Matter the Game!","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ultimate RPG Gameplay Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): James D’Amato\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eImprove your RPG campaign with this comprehensive and interactive guide to making the most out of your gaming experience. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhatever RPG game you play, from D\u0026amp;D to Call of Cthulu to licensed games like Star Wars, every detail is important. 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