Some media (textures, music, sounds) are included in the 49.99 version of DB. Thats what I have. You must type out all of the code manually, but some apps like Mat_EDIT you can make a matrix in, then it writes the DB code for you.
DB is very very easy to learn, as you probably already know, you can just print a line by simply
Print "My text Here"
much easier then the C++ way using PrintF and other lines.
Id suggest DB as an excellent beginner langauge, and it sets a path for C++ quite well, because you already have the basic knowledge of how to set things up in a program.
The langauge is very linear, and the code is very easy to understand. It is really very close to english, so the commands are easy to learn.
The graphics are made with other programs like milkshape, but like I said, some media is included.
I hope this helps you,
Best of luck,
RPGamer