Here are the links in case you'd like to ask permission to reproduce and use things: Submit a request – D&D (wizards.com) and here is their content policy Fan Content Policy | Wizards of the Coast - you'll be surprised how generous they are, as long as you ask. Their move is now movie/streaming/television media = that's where the money is at, not selling digital content and books, so it's in their interest to control 80% of the market and become a household name.
Only replying because this post is at best misinformation.
Maybe you sent me the wrong link, but the Fan Content Policy absolutely does not authorize anyone to produce these reprints. The first two bold terms of the Fan Content Policy
1. One word: F-R-E-E.
2. Tell the Community it’s unofficial.
I could go on, but it's very clear the Fan Content policy is not the authority one would use to engage in complete reproductions. And if there were a official licensed reprinter of past TSR/WotC material, they wouldn't be as murky and under the radar in terms of source as these ads vibe.
Anyway, in terms of the policy you're pretending to cite, the reprints woulc clearly be in violation by the ad selling what it purports to be "licensed reprints." As I type this, there are a number of eBay stores, some purportedly based in bricks and mortar stores, selling the book with the exact same copy. For folks who investigate modern day bootlegging, that's a tell.
This is just basic publishing trades fact; and has nothing to do with 80% control of the market or whatever you're trying to say there, nor does the easy availability of bootleg print runs of the game's prior editions have anything to do with the present 5e growing into 5eR or 6e or whatever One D&D calls itself.
Please don't spread fake news. You can get permission. Fan Content isn't the same as actual permission to do XYZ.
Here are the links in case you'd like to ask permission to reproduce and use things: Submit a request – D&D (wizards.com) and here is their content policy Fan Content Policy | Wizards of the Coast - you'll be surprised how generous they are, as long as you ask. Their move is now movie/streaming/television media = that's where the money is at, not selling digital content and books, so it's in their interest to control 80% of the market and become a household name.
Only replying because this post is at best misinformation.
Maybe you sent me the wrong link, but the Fan Content Policy absolutely does not authorize anyone to produce these reprints. The first two bold terms of the Fan Content Policy
1. One word: F-R-E-E.
2. Tell the Community it’s unofficial.
I could go on, but it's very clear the Fan Content policy is not the authority one would use to engage in complete reproductions. And if there were a official licensed reprinter of past TSR/WotC material, they wouldn't be as murky and under the radar in terms of source as these ads vibe.
Anyway, in terms of the policy you're pretending to cite, the reprints woulc clearly be in violation by the ad selling what it purports to be "licensed reprints." As I type this, there are a number of eBay stores, some purportedly based in bricks and mortar stores, selling the book with the exact same copy. For folks who investigate modern day bootlegging, that's a tell.
This is just basic publishing trades fact; and has nothing to do with 80% control of the market or whatever you're trying to say there, nor does the easy availability of bootleg print runs of the game's prior editions have anything to do with the present 5e growing into 5eR or 6e or whatever One D&D calls itself.
Please don't spread fake news. You can get permission. Fan Content isn't the same as actual permission to do XYZ.
You’re the one spreading fake news, and promoting IP theft.
You're wrong. You have no idea what print agreement that person made with WotC, you're just guessing - worse, falsely accusing - without proof. Boom, baby, boom.
You're wrong. You have no idea what print agreement that person made with WotC, you're just guessing - worse, falsely accusing - without proof. Boom, baby, boom.
“Boom” what?!? What is it with the “boom?” I gotta ask. Do you think it’s cool or something?
Someone selling a book isn't IP theft. Sending you a link so show you that people can get permission isn't fake news. Boom.
The Fan Content Policy prohibits selling the product. They literally cannot sell the book, which means you cannot buy a copy on Ebay, under said policy.
DM's Guild also prohibits distribution off its platform. They straight up broke their licensing agreement. That's plain as day, so why defend it?
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Please don't spread fake news. You can get permission. Fan Content isn't the same as actual permission to do XYZ.
You’re the one spreading fake news, and promoting IP theft.
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Someone selling a book isn't IP theft. Sending you a link so show you that people can get permission isn't fake news. Boom.
Selling a book you have no right to print is in fact IP theft, and telling people it isn’t is fake news. “Boom” I guess. 🤷♂️
Creating Epic Boons on DDB
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You're wrong. You have no idea what print agreement that person made with WotC, you're just guessing - worse, falsely accusing - without proof. Boom, baby, boom.
What is a psionic system?
Fighter: We need to get out of here! The Goblins are overwhelming us!
Wizard: Time to use that sketchy item the DM never stops grinning about *rolls a nat one*
Barbarian(in rage as usual): Aw Hellllllll Naw . . .
“Boom” what?!? What is it with the “boom?” I gotta ask. Do you think it’s cool or something?
Creating Epic Boons on DDB
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Psionics are D&D’s version of psychic powers.
Creating Epic Boons on DDB
DDB Buyers' Guide
Hardcovers, DDB & You
Content Troubleshooting
The Fan Content Policy prohibits selling the product. They literally cannot sell the book, which means you cannot buy a copy on Ebay, under said policy.
DM's Guild also prohibits distribution off its platform. They straight up broke their licensing agreement. That's plain as day, so why defend it?