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# 11 polyhedral dice set Comprehensive rulebook & adventure guide 2-sided fold-out poster map Essentials Kit

**Brand:** dungeons & dragons
**Price:** S/.263
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎲 Unlock epic quests and legendary stories—your adventure starts here!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Essentials Kit by dungeons & dragons
- **How much does it cost?** S/.263 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- dungeons & dragons enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted dungeons & dragons brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **All-in-One Starter Kit:** Everything you need to launch your D&D journey—no extra purchases required.
- • **Immersive Visual Tools:** Fold-out map and DM screen to elevate your storytelling and game flow.
- • **Perfect for Social Play:** Supports 1-5 players, fostering collaboration and creative problem-solving.
- • **81 Magic & Sidekick Cards:** Dynamic gameplay with detailed cards for items, NPCs, and combat conditions.
- • **Level 1-6 Adventure Included:** Dragon of Icespire Peak campaign designed for beginners and casual players.

## Overview

The D&D Essentials Kit is a compact, affordable tabletop RPG starter set designed for players aged 12 and up. It includes a beginner-friendly adventure (Dragon of Icespire Peak) for character levels 1-6, a comprehensive rulebook, 11 polyhedral dice, a fold-out map, a Dungeon Master’s screen, 81 game cards, and character sheets. Perfect for 1-5 players, it offers a complete, immersive introduction to Dungeons & Dragons, encouraging creativity, strategic thinking, and social engagement.

## Description

Set off on your first Dungeons & Dragons adventure with one box full of everything you need to start playing D&D with your friends. Dungeons & Dragons is a cooperative storytelling game that harnesses your imagination and invites you to explore a fantastic world of adventure, where heroes battle monsters, find treasures, and overcome epic quests. This box contains the essentials you need to run a D&D game with a Dungeon Master and one to five adventurers.

Review: suitable for D&D beginners with more affordable price - Packed with a rule book, an adventure book, 6 character creation papers, 9 uncut cardboard (9 cards each, 81 cards total), 11 dice, 1 master screen, 1 double-sided map etc., everything you need to learn D&D. It's a more affordable version of starter set without some luxurious component, which means more pen-and-paper work for tabletop RPG sessions, but also more likes traditional ways. Product quality is still good, but starter set is better. So if price isn't your most concerns, going for starter set directly would be my suggestion.
Review: Great for new players, useful for old ones too - If you're looking for a way to get into D&D, this is a great resource. It includes everything that you need* to get started: * dice (a full set including 2d20s so you can easily roll advantage and 4d6 which are good for rolling stats). If you don't have extras, you can pass these around the table as needed, but buying a few extra sets of dice so everyone has a set is about the only thing that you NEED beyond this set. (They're even selling them at the dollar store now, but you can play with one if you must, it'll just slow things down a bit.) * an adventure that goes from levels 1-6 -- great for new players to start in or experienced players can roll up new characters for * basic rules book - this tells you all the basics of how to play the game. There's much more in-depth information and options in the Player's Handbook, the DM Handbook, and expanded in Xanathar's Guide and Tasha's Cauldron of Everything. I would recommend buying them in that order if you can afford them, but you can certainly play with just what's in this box without them (and if you don't want to be overwhelmed with too many options or spend more money, just using what's in the box is fine). * character sheets (a blank set of 6; you can run photocopies of one or download more later) -- the only thing I would have changed would have been to include pre-generated characters for new players, as new character generation can be one of the most daunting and boring tasks if you don't know what you're doing. Just make copies before you start, because if your characters get killed and you need new ones, you don't want to have them all used up. And use pencils, because you'll be doing a lot of erasing and updating! * DM screen (pretty basic version but a good starter one) * a set of perforated cardboard cards detailing magic items and NPCs that can be found in the adventure, character conditions, and combat steps. There's also a set of numbered cards that can be passed around during combat for initiative order -- this is the least useful thing included, as a good initiative tracker (like a flag style) or even just a whiteboard that everyone can see is much more helpful than having to look around the table. Even getting some spring-loaded clothespins with characters' names painted on them and clipping them to the DM screen in order is better than the cards. But the condition cards (that explain what happens when you're grappled, blinded, etc) are boku useful and can be passed around the table as needed. I use the condition cards in my games all the time. * A 2-sided fold-out poster map (about 15x22") that shows the area the adventure occurs in (there's a world-map on one side and a town on the other). This is helpful for showing stuff to players, but some parts of the game happen inside building and caves and such, that aren't on the poster map. If you want to have visual aids for those (which are helpful to the players) I'd recommend getting some wrapping paper with the grid on the backside. You can redraw the building maps on that, and then get some tokens to represent your players. You don't need expensive minis, if you go to printableheroes.com or grab pieces from another board game or just use coins or something. You can also just use "theatre of the mind" and describe what's going on, but most players think having a visual "board" makes the game easier and more fun. D&D is a hobby you can easily spend hundreds of dollars on if you really enjoy it (trust me, I have) but for $8 with this introductory set you can't go wrong. A copy of the Player's Handbook and Dungeon Master's Handbook and some extra dice would help things, but aren't necessary.

## Features

- Dragon of Icespire Peak—an adventure for characters levels 1–6
- Rulebook—includes guide to creating characters and all the rules you need to play
- Dungeon Master’s screen
- Fold-out poster map, 6 blank character sheets, and 11 polyhedral dice
- 81 cards describing magic items, sidekicks, and more

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | 0786966831 |
| Age Range Description | Age Range:12 Years & Up |
| Best Sellers Rank | #31,203 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #727 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
| Brand Name | Dungeons & Dragons |
| Container Type | Box |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 22,170 Reviews |
| Edition | 5th |
| Educational Objective | Enhance creativity, problem-solving, and social skills through collaborative storytelling and strategic gameplay |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00630509861798, 09780786966837 |
| Grenre | Action & Adventure, Adventure, Dragons & Mythical Creatures, FICTION, Fantasy, GAMES & ACTIVITIES, Mythical, legendary and supernatural beings, monsters and creatures, Role Playing, Role-playing, war games and fantasy sports, action fiction |
| Included Components | Boxed Set |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Item Dimensions | 9.1 x 2.1 x 11.6 inches |
| Item Type Name | Tabletop Game |
| Item Weight | 981 g |
| Manufacturer | Wizards of the Coast |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 1188.01 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 144.01 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 0786966831 |
| Material Type | Paper |
| Model Name | PHB |
| Model Number | Essentials Kit |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Number of Players | 2-5 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Other Special Features of the Product | 1-on-1 rules variant, sidekick rules |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Product Style | Starter Set Only |
| Set Name | D&D Essentials Kit |
| Size | 9.1 inches x 2.1 inches x 11.6 inches |
| Subject Character | Drake of Icepeak |
| Theme | Games |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ suitable for D&D beginners with more affordable price
*by J***N on November 17, 2025*

Packed with a rule book, an adventure book, 6 character creation papers, 9 uncut cardboard (9 cards each, 81 cards total), 11 dice, 1 master screen, 1 double-sided map etc., everything you need to learn D&D. It's a more affordable version of starter set without some luxurious component, which means more pen-and-paper work for tabletop RPG sessions, but also more likes traditional ways. Product quality is still good, but starter set is better. So if price isn't your most concerns, going for starter set directly would be my suggestion.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for new players, useful for old ones too
*by A***E on January 18, 2021*

If you're looking for a way to get into D&D, this is a great resource. It includes everything that you need* to get started: * dice (a full set including 2d20s so you can easily roll advantage and 4d6 which are good for rolling stats). If you don't have extras, you can pass these around the table as needed, but buying a few extra sets of dice so everyone has a set is about the only thing that you NEED beyond this set. (They're even selling them at the dollar store now, but you can play with one if you must, it'll just slow things down a bit.) * an adventure that goes from levels 1-6 -- great for new players to start in or experienced players can roll up new characters for * basic rules book - this tells you all the basics of how to play the game. There's much more in-depth information and options in the Player's Handbook, the DM Handbook, and expanded in Xanathar's Guide and Tasha's Cauldron of Everything. I would recommend buying them in that order if you can afford them, but you can certainly play with just what's in this box without them (and if you don't want to be overwhelmed with too many options or spend more money, just using what's in the box is fine). * character sheets (a blank set of 6; you can run photocopies of one or download more later) -- the only thing I would have changed would have been to include pre-generated characters for new players, as new character generation can be one of the most daunting and boring tasks if you don't know what you're doing. Just make copies before you start, because if your characters get killed and you need new ones, you don't want to have them all used up. And use pencils, because you'll be doing a lot of erasing and updating! * DM screen (pretty basic version but a good starter one) * a set of perforated cardboard cards detailing magic items and NPCs that can be found in the adventure, character conditions, and combat steps. There's also a set of numbered cards that can be passed around during combat for initiative order -- this is the least useful thing included, as a good initiative tracker (like a flag style) or even just a whiteboard that everyone can see is much more helpful than having to look around the table. Even getting some spring-loaded clothespins with characters' names painted on them and clipping them to the DM screen in order is better than the cards. But the condition cards (that explain what happens when you're grappled, blinded, etc) are boku useful and can be passed around the table as needed. I use the condition cards in my games all the time. * A 2-sided fold-out poster map (about 15x22") that shows the area the adventure occurs in (there's a world-map on one side and a town on the other). This is helpful for showing stuff to players, but some parts of the game happen inside building and caves and such, that aren't on the poster map. If you want to have visual aids for those (which are helpful to the players) I'd recommend getting some wrapping paper with the grid on the backside. You can redraw the building maps on that, and then get some tokens to represent your players. You don't need expensive minis, if you go to printableheroes.com or grab pieces from another board game or just use coins or something. You can also just use "theatre of the mind" and describe what's going on, but most players think having a visual "board" makes the game easier and more fun. D&D is a hobby you can easily spend hundreds of dollars on if you really enjoy it (trust me, I have) but for $8 with this introductory set you can't go wrong. A copy of the Player's Handbook and Dungeon Master's Handbook and some extra dice would help things, but aren't necessary.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent for beginners, good fun for veterans
*by P***U on February 17, 2022*

The D&D pundits all agree that the Lost Mines of Phandelver (from the Starter set) and the Dragon of Icespire peak (from this Essentials kit) are wonderful for new DMs (or returning DMs like me) and new players. I have to agree. These two adventures, best played in that order although this is not necessary, are set in the small frontier town of Phandalin and can be run as is by a moderate DM and are very friendly to brand new DMs, especially the Lost Mines of Phandelver. Beyond that the kits both include a rulebook and a set of dice (a few more in the case of the Essentials Kit). The Starter Set includes some pre-generated characters. The Essentials kit includes * a small but serviceable DM screen with the same back info as the official one * a map of the area on one side, with a map of Phandalin on the other - very welcome addition * Some cards to cut with description of the conditions, description of the magic items and the quests that get posted every now and then on the townhall kiosk. The Dragon of Icespire Peak (the adventure in the Essentials kit) is designed to be non-linear and that can cause surprises if the adventuring party picks a first quest that is balanced for level 2 or more, as happened with the current group I an running it with - without spoilers, some adjustment may be needed to ensure against a TPK, always a possibility in these gritty early levels especially with new players as my group. As for the rulebooks included in these two, the starter set is clearly geared towards new DMs with a thin (but sufficient) booklet that includes everything needed to run the adventure with the pre-rolled characters. The Essentials kit rulebook includes character creation, limited to the classes I would suggest to new players and just human, elves, dwarves and halflings. Both booklets include a selection of spells with description and all. These are fully compatible with the Player's Handbook and other tomes, to the point in both cases I would let my new players expand using the PHB, WGE or TCE (sorry: Player's Handbook, Xanathar's Guide to Everything and Tasha's Cauldron of Everything) All in all the added stuff in the essentials kit is nice but not necessary and if you are planning to introduce D&D to new players you cannot go wrong with either kit.

## Frequently Bought Together

- D&D Essentials Kit (Dungeons & Dragons Intro Adventure Set)
- D&D Starter Set: Dragons of Stormwreck Isle, for ages 12 Years & Up
- Dungeons & Dragons 2024 Player's Handbook (D&D Core Rulebook)

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