08-28-2016, 08:29 AM
Yes, it's sad that mainstream interest in the development of OD&D took so long to become so popular because the longer we wait the harder it is to unearth the actual events or first-hand accounts. Thank goodness that guys like Jon Peterson have the resources to make a serious study of the subject.
Dunno how Dave should compare to Jesus, but I will say that in the few conversations I had with him I was amazed at his creativity and enthusiasm. The only game designer I can think of who might have compared to Dave was Erick Wujcik, and Erick had a hard time getting his ideas organized and published, too. (Not to take anything from Gary, you understand; we all know what Gary contributed to the hobby.)
Dunno how Dave should compare to Jesus, but I will say that in the few conversations I had with him I was amazed at his creativity and enthusiasm. The only game designer I can think of who might have compared to Dave was Erick Wujcik, and Erick had a hard time getting his ideas organized and published, too. (Not to take anything from Gary, you understand; we all know what Gary contributed to the hobby.)
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Member of The Regency Council
Visit my Blackmoor OD&D board
OD&D since 1975
"Don't ask me what you need to hit. Just roll the die and I will let you know!"
- Dave Arneson