These Role Playing games or war games, began in the early 1980's when role playing began to take off, the marketing of the box is very similar to the 3M bookshelf games for good reason. In 1976 Avalon purchased the right to the bookshelf games from 3M. Avalon changed the name bookshelf games to bookcase games on the sides of the box. These games are quite rare.

Elric Role Playing Game

Elric Bookcase Game

Elric is a fascinating challenge for one to four players. Each player commands one or more Young Kingdoms in a desperate struggle to assert their mastery over the world of Elric. Each must search for the bloody ring of victory through war and through facing the mystic challenges of this Hoaryland. In all-out conflict, they will precipitate the end of all existence through the actions that they alone control.
    The Throne of Dominion stands vacant. You are challenged, nay dared, to march forth, face eternity and conquer all that stands before you. To the victor falls rightful claim to the powers and dominion of Melnibone, to the vanquished, only foul slavery and death can be expected.
    Elric is based on the classic works of Michael Moorcock, who authorized the creation of this game. Game is complete and near mint condition. Game time is about 2 hours. For ages 10 and up. Game is in used condition and box was opened. Made in 1984 by Avalon Hill Game Company. Game Number 850

 Price$110.99 USD Item Number:7209

Starship Troopers

Robert Neinlein's Starship Troopers Man vs. Monsterby Robert Heinlein's. Mint in box and never played. All the tiles have been separated and the game is complete.  Bugs, Mr. Rico!  Zillions of 'em. This war game is based upon the popular novel of Robert A. Heinlein. In the novel, Heinlein describes a futuristic war involving homo sapiens from our Earth (Terrans) against a Humanoid race (nicknamed the "Skinnies" for obvious physical attributes) and their co-belligerents, the totally alien Arachnids. Since this is a story of future wars and future advances in technology, much is changed in the future in the fields of weaponry, tactics, and or strategy. One thing remains the same, however; the fighting still rests on the shoulders of the individual infantryman. Although great starships has shuttle men between the distant solar systems and the power of individual weapons has risen to awesome heights, wars still cannot be won unless men venture onto the face of alien planets and fight the enemy on their home ground.
    Game time is about 2 hours. Comes complete with rules of play, map board, tiles, dice, charts and more. For ages 12 and up. Bookcase game by Avalon Hill Game Company. Made in 1976 Game Number 820.

  Price$85.99 USD Item Number:72010

Dragonhunt

Dragon Hunt Bookcase Game

A complete game of Fantastic Battle Bookcase game. Game is in very good condition. Game pieces have been separated and placed in sandwich baggies. Object of the game is for 2-6 players to portray one of the valiant Hero Kings of Arawan. The winner of the game is the player who succeeds in slaying Brimstone the Dragon with his Kingdom's Magesword. He or She, will be acclaimed by all as winner and Paramount King of Arawan. Comes with easy to understand directions. Made by Avalon Hills 1982. Games weight is about 2 pounds. 838

 Price$24.99 USD Item Number:72011 Sold

Across 5 Aprils

Acroos 5 Aprils Civil War Pentagame

A Civil War Pentagame. Fantasy role playing game contains five games in one. Game has Civil war battles of the 1st Bull Run, Pea Ridge, Shiloh, Gettysburg and Bentonville. Each battle has its own map and playing pieces, but all fie use the same set of Basic Rules. This game is extremely easy to learn, and is particularly well suited for beginning or first-time gamers. Has gaming concepts of phased movement, initiative, morale, and therefore, has much to offer the experienced gamer as well. Game play is fast, such as 1st Bull run and Pea Ridge can be finished within an hour or two. The hours games take about 3-4 hours. Game is complete and near mint condition. Number of players is 2. Made by victory games. 30035. Made in 1992. Game is complete and in excellent condition. For ages 12 and up. Recommended for 2 players.

 Price$34.99 USD Item Number:72012

Diplomacy

Avalon Hills Bookcase Game Diplomacy

Game is complete and is in excellent condition. Diplomacy is basically a simple game in principle, but complex in execution. Each piece has the power of 1 and can move only on space each move. There is no element of chance. The play of the game combines careful planning as in Chess, with skill in negotiating deals and persuading other players to go with your plan. Diplomacy can have 4 to 7 players. The game is best with 7 players, but can be played well with less. Although the ultimate objective of the game is for one power to gain control of the majority of the board, the game can be played well deciding in advance exactly how many moves will be played in the game. Each person essentially guides the destinies of one European power through the intricacies of international politics. By negotiating alliances with other players and careful planning, each player seeks control of Europe.   *Bottom of the box is pushed in about 1/2" inch towards the top, but nonetheless, excellent condition. "The Kennedys are said to play it at the White House and I understand the Western Alliance is demanding early assurance that Jack Sometimes wins" -Angus McGill, London Evening Standard.   *Directions are copies of a download and are complete. Made in 1976. Has wood blocks for markers.

 Price$29.99 USD Item Number:72013

HeroQuest Return of the Witch Lord Book

Hero Quest Ruturn of the Witch Lord

Very good condition Quest Book. Return of the Witch Lord is an expansion set used with your original Hero Quest Game system. You must have the Game System in order to play the adventures in this booklet.   Hero quest booklet only, no game pieces, door assemblies included.  Played the same was as the Quests in the Game System. Heroes are returned to full strength between quests. Quest: The Gate of Doom,  The Cold Halls, The silent Passages, The Halls of Vision. and more. Ten quests in all.

 Price$2.99 USD Item Number:72024

Curse of the Mummys Tomb Parts

Curse of the Mummys Tomb

Game is not complete. Missing 2 metal characters, 2 game sheets, and one blue attribute marker.  Does come with directions, 1 12 sided dice, complete 112 playing markers and pyramid assembly. Shipping weight is 1.5 pounds.

 

 

 Price$2.99 USD Item Number:72025

TSR Marvel Super Heroes

TSR Marvel Super Heroes

From the Producers of Dungeons and Dragons, adventures for 2 or more players. Ages 10 to Adult.   Complete Game and ready to play.  This set includes a 16 page introductory Battle Book, 48 page Campaign Book, and the 16 page adventure "Day of the Octopus"  Also included are 21x33" inch full color two sided map, 25 cardboard playing pieces, and two dice. Box Reads:  Bitten by a radioactive spider, teenager Peter Parker suddenly finds he has the proportional strength, speed, and agility of the tiny creature....

Too Puny and weak to enlist in the army, Steve Rogers volunteers for a secret government experiment and is injected with a powerful serum that turns him into America's Super Soldier....

Wolverine, Captain Marvel, and other great heroes from the pages of Marvel Comics come alive when you play the Marvel Super Heroes Game  1984 TSR 6850. 

 Price$29.99 USD Item Number:72026

Gamma World New

TSR Gamma World

A hard to find fantasy game...Gamma World.   Complete game and factory sealed.   Box Reads: This revised version of TSR's popular Gamma World game brings many innovation to this favorite of science fiction and fantasy gamers.   A streamlined action resolution system is introduced for faster, more exciting play.   For the first time, Gamma World  game characters can improve their abilities with the level advancement system contained in this edition.  A new type of player character race, intelligent plants, is made available to players....   Game contents 21x33" full color two sided map sheet, 64 page rule book, A reference book, Master's screen, Player's screen, 2-10 sided and six 4 six-sided dice, 32 page adventure book. 1986 TSR 7010.

 Price$39.99 USD Item Number:72027

Gamma World Open Box

Fantascy Sci fi Gamma World

Gamma World Open Box item.  Was factory sealed, opened and inspected contents to be sure there was no additional damage.   The box is damaged inward a bit, but game contents are fine.  Never been played and complete.    Same as listed above. Game contents 21x33" full color two sided map sheet, 64 page rule book, A reference book, Master's screen, Player's screen, 2-10 sided and six 4 six-sided dice, 32 page adventure book. 1986 TSR 7010
 

 Price$32.99 USD Item Number:72028

Gamma World Used

Fantascy Sci fi Gamma WorldGamma world with additional character sheets photo copied.   Reference book was also photo copied-with same or simular detail as the original.   Does contain better 10 sided dice with Chessix dice, much better than the Original Dice. A much cheaper version as to paying new..  Same description as to new listing.   Game contents 21x33" full color two sided map sheet, 64 page rule book, A reference book, Master's screen, Player's screen, 2-10 sided and six 4 six-sided dice, 32 page adventure book. 1986 TSR 7010 
 

 Price$16.99 USD Item Number:72029

War of the Ring

Middle Earth War of the Ring

Used game and is complete. A designers Edition Fantasy Simulation Game based on J.R.R Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. Game time is from 1 to 3 hours. Box reads:  This game is a simulation of fictional events.   It is played on a map showing the entire area of Middle Earth over which the War of the Ring raged in the Third Age.  A grid of hexagons is superimposed over the terrain to regulate movement in much the same manner as the squares do on a chess board.  The pieces in the game represent the various military units and characters who played a role in Tolkein's fantasy war.  The large numbers on the pieces indicated the relative strengths and abilities of these units.  Each player maneuvers his pieces on the map in turn; then the units of both sides may engage in battle when they occupy the same hex.  The total relative strengths of the involved units are compared, along with various modification for terrain and special character abilities, and the players consult the appropriate tables to determine the outcome in terms of casualties to either side.  The game proceeds in this manner for a specified number of game turns as the players try to achieve the objectives set forth in the rules.  No prior knowledge of Middle Earth or military tactics is required to play the game-Just a little ingenuity and common sense.  Originally rules folder was missing, game charts, tables and endurance levels, But I had printed out a revised second edition of the rules and the other missing carts, tables and endurance levels. Shipping weight is 4 pounds. White First Edition.   Game condition is very good.  Some play where on pieces and box.

 Price$24.99 USD Item Number:72030

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