As a fan from the start with the pre-Atlantean edition - I found 2nd Edition a definite second place - silver medalist - book. The presentation was on par with indie rpgs - and after the 1st edition looked like a step down. I understand the economical bonus of 2nd edition - it's certainly worthy of the cover price. I'm currently watching a championship boxing match and have this boxing analogy - 2nd edition is a efficient and productive jab but 1st edition was a hungry, deadly, crowd pleasing uppercut knockout! You remembered where you were when you first saw Conan 1st edition on the shelf.
As a whole the second edition has continued the support for the Conan line very admirably, IMO. The diverse amount of material - from regional supplements to the bestiary to a lot of adventures - will garner just as diverse opinions on quality, playability and usability. I think what is important is that the line is continuing to be supported - with some supposedly great products still to come. That means a lot to me. I loved Vincent's work as well but the quality hasn't dropped off that significantly - in some cases (adventures) it could be argued has improved.
I voted good. I think that covers it. 8)
As a whole the second edition has continued the support for the Conan line very admirably, IMO. The diverse amount of material - from regional supplements to the bestiary to a lot of adventures - will garner just as diverse opinions on quality, playability and usability. I think what is important is that the line is continuing to be supported - with some supposedly great products still to come. That means a lot to me. I loved Vincent's work as well but the quality hasn't dropped off that significantly - in some cases (adventures) it could be argued has improved.
I voted good. I think that covers it. 8)