A moment of silence

[jaegamer]

A moment of silence, please, for the passing of one of the Great Masters.  E. Gary Gygax died today at his home, of a heart attack (according to what I've read thus far).  He was 69.

Love him or hate him, without him the hobby I so love would not exist.  When he and Dave Arneson got roleplaying on their wargaming, they created something magnificent, something that created a culture I am proud to be part of.

Most of my dearest friends came to me through gaming, and it still forms the core of my leisure life.

Thank you, Mr. Gygax.  I wish you all the best as you begin your legendary journey to your next destination.

Comments

[jodidiva.livejournal.com]

It's interesting that I first got the news from my college list (and then shortly thereafter from most every gaming list I'm on.) Say what you like about Mr. Gygax, I agree that his promotional skills made it possible for so many of us to share, what might have just remained something he and Mr. Arneson and their pals did to pass the time.

It seems odd that the Founders are now passing on. Inevitable, but still sad.

Joanne