What hard to find, out of print game do you wish you owned?

Myself, I'm dying to get my hands on TSR's old 'Conan' game (which, apparently, used a system similar to FASERIP).  Although a free reproduction of the core rules is gradually being made available here, I would really love to own the original box set myself.

*sigh*

Same here. It sounds awesome.

Other than that... Lords of Creation. I don't know for sure that it's good but I'd like to find out.

The Traveller "Lost Supplements" by the Keith bros. (Cargonaut Press).

And this Dragon game by Tom Wham with the map by Darlene.

I'm afraid to publicize the OOP games I wish I owned, for fear of further driving up the prices if it prompts someone else to check them out and decides they're cool.

So, my lips are sealed

I'd have to say Prince Valiant, but I doubt I'll ever get my hands on that.

Quote from: TechnomancerI'd have to say Prince Valiant, but I doubt I'll ever get my hands on that.

I got a copy for $8 plus $3 for shipping on eBay about four months ago.  Keep looking, and don't bid too early, too high.  Good luck and don't lose hope!  

Quote from: TechnomancerI'd have to say Prince Valiant, but I doubt I'll ever get my hands on that.

Don't give up, I've seen a few on ebay, they are rare but they do show up there (thats where I got mine, )

Quote from: AkrasiaWhat hard to find, out of print game do you wish you owned?

Myself, I'm dying to get my hands on TSR's old 'Conan' game (which, apparently, used a system similar to FASERIP).  Although a free reproduction of the core rules is gradually being made available here, I would really love to own the original box set myself.

*sigh*

Shhh, tell no one

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Quote from: Pierce InverarityOther than that... Lords of Creation. I don't know for sure that it's good but I'd like to find out.

I played LoC for the first time yesterday.  My group got some funs results out of it.

QuoteThe Traveller "Lost Supplements" by the Keith bros. (Cargonaut Press).

I thought those were still available for purchase somewhere.

QuoteAnd this Dragon game by Tom Wham with the map by Darlene.

Search for the Emperor's Treasure, right?  The map was gorgeous.

Yes, Search for the Emperor's Treasure. IIRC I actually HAD it back in the day, then threw it away, then forgot all about it, and now I want it badly.

OK, so having read your blog LoC is now a must-buy.

Re. Cargonaut, are you thinking of this website?

http://www.jumpspace.co.uk/rpgs/collect/lost_supplements/supplements.htm

It only *looks* active. CP closed shop in 2005. Sigh.

Ringworld.

Quote from: TechnomancerI'd have to say Prince Valiant, but I doubt I'll ever get my hands on that.

I know a place where I could buy you a mint copy when their doors open first thing tomorrow morning.  Regrettably at cover price ($21.95).  They're sort of freaks who seem to have resolutely rejected the Internet as a means of liquidating old stock.  That said, I paid cover price for my copy, and it's worth every penny, first and foremost just to own it, but also to avoid the anxiety and irritation of nailing it down on eBay.

Oh, and it was pretty much the only OOP game that I've really wanted in recent years, though some of the more obscure Traveller supplements and such have been catching my eye.  Before Prince Valiant it was Striker.

!i!

Quote from: Ian AbsentiaI know a place where I could buy you a mint copy when their doors open first thing tomorrow morning.  Regrettably at cover price ($21.95)...

There are many OOP games that I'd be thrilled to pay cover price for a mint condition copy.  (Including PV!)

Quote from: AkrasiaI would really love to own the original box set myself.[/i]

I bought it brand new when it was released. Still own it. Sorry, I won't sell it. I'm sure you understand.

Quote from: TechnomancerI'd have to say Prince Valiant, but I doubt I'll ever get my hands on that.

Another one I bought brand new, and still own. Very, very simple game, involving the flipping of coins as the core mechanic.

Quote from: Pierce InverarityOther than that... Lords of Creation. I don't know for sure that it's good but I'd like to find out.

I owned it for years, thought it sucked, and sold it some years ago. I don't remember much about the system itself, but I do remember being underwhelmed.

Quote from: Caesar SlaadRingworld.

That's my pick, too. I've tried to pick it up on eBay a number of times, but the bidding always goes way above what I'm willing to pay. Given the general praise of it over the years, and from what little I've seen of it online, especially the artwork, I wish Chaosium would get off its comatose ass and re-release the goddamned thing, or sell it off to someone who will. Maybe the licensing is too rich for their blood. Someone needs to talk to Larry Niven about this...

Quote from: AkrasiaThere are many OOP games that I'd be thrilled to pay cover price for a mint condition copy.  (Including PV!)

Name a few, I'll take an inventory the next time I'm in the neighborhood.

!i!

Quote from: pathfinderapShhh, tell no one

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Thanks for the recommendations, but it's not quite the same thing as the 'Conan' game.  There are a few important differences.