Blackmoor Studios Video

[Havard]

Duke Seifried was the first Vice President of TSR. Here is the speech he made:

DAVE ARNESON SPEECH AT FULL SAIL UNIVERSITY, 10-30-10

By “Uncle” Duke Seifried



Dave Arneson and I shared an all-consuming interest in both historical and fantasy gaming. There is little difference other than the subject material.



I had coined the name “Adventure Gaming” as a descriptive for the entire category, as I was always uncomfortable with the term War Gaming. I was really flattered when Dave called to ask permission to name his new company Adventure Gaming. Dave and his staff released a number of products under that banner.



Dave was up in the twin cities in the early days while I was in Dayton, OH. We all played with Napoleonic tin soldiers at that time and exchanged propaganda letters which eventually began to involve lore and legend subjects. When I released a new line: 15 mm Napoleonettes, Dave acquired my massive 25mm Napoleonic collection.



Dave was particularly interested in the American Civil War and Naval battles. I recall he became involved with a re-enactors group in full uniforms!



Obviously his greatest effort culminated in the historic creation of Dungeons & Dragons with Blackmoor Castle. He was the originator of the concept of Fantasy Role Playing. While others played a part in the explosion of this idea—make no mistake—Dave Arneson WAS the creator of Fantasy Role Playing. I was there!



In that time frame I released Fantastiques—which in truth were tin soldier miniatures of the characters in Tolkiens “Lord of the Rings.” These served as ideal playing pieces for 3-dimensional versions of Dave’s D & D games. I believe they were helpful in fueling the amazing growth of the game.



Through the years, this unassuming, gentle man - had dealt with a number of difficulties and challenges - yet he always presented a warm, caring and friendly attitude.



I am So pleased you are honoring him by naming this facility after him. He is most deserving—and we who knew and cared for Dave offer our considerable appreciation. You have assured his name will be known long after his leaving us.



DAVE, we miss you.

Source: http://www.boardgaming.info/suncoastskirmish/HOMAGE.htm

Quick Biography of mr Seifried:
http://rpggeek.com/rpgproducer/4927/duke-seifried

-Havard