08-11-2012, 08:21 PM
Yeah the starter set has a copy of the quick start rules, a deck of faction specific game cards (which are essential having started reading the rules), dice, some counters and a ruler in addition to the models, so you won't be able to play without a starter set.
40K - Dark Angels, Dark Eldar, Necrons; Lord of the Rings - lots; Bloodbowl - Dwarves, Wood Elves; SAGA - Anglo Danes & Welsh; Guildball - Morticians, Engineers; Dropzone/fleet - Shaltari