>>14733811>Fantasy Craft is similar to D&D, but three billion times more complex.Fixed than for you.
>Warhammer Fantasy 2nd editionNever played, so I can't comment.
>FATE or maybe Savage Worlds.These are good recommendations.
>>14733744>Despite its popularity, no edition of D&D is good for beginners.Basic was okay for it's time, but it's sadly ad hoc when compared to today's games. Still, I like the minimalist feel. You could always go with a good retroclone to get old school D&D rules polished up and made presentable. Castles and Crusades does the best job in my opinion.
Castles and Crusades, Player's Handbook: