The Dragon 33

Dragon issue 33 was released in January of 1980. It contained the following articles related to the Forgotten Realms:

From The Sorcerer's Scroll

 * By Gary Gygax. p. 10

Advanced Dungeons & Dragons' Magic System: How and Why It Works. Gary talks about the 'Vancian' magic system and why he chose to use it in D&D.

Leomund's Tiny Hut: Smoothing Out Some Snags

 * By Lenard Lakofka. p. 16

One of the writers of the DMG gives his unofficial clarifications of the effects of various AD&D spells.

Clerics Take Note: "No Swords" means No Swords!

 * By Lawrence Huss. p. 20

Why spellcasters can\'t use certain weapons and armor in Advanced Dungeons & Dragons.

Bazaar of the Bizarre: Magical Oils

 * By Larry Walters. p. 47

Try Lotions Instead of Potions in Advanced Dungeons & Dragons.