Gary Gygax has passed. RIP beloved father of RPG's. (merged)

[Teflon Billy]

My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends (not that they'll read them here.)

However, I categorically refuse to be sad: he was old, but not too old, and he lived a full life, doing something he loved for a living (which is more than most of us can say) and raised what appears to be a charming family.

The end of a life well lived shouldn't have to be sad.

This is what my brain is saying too.

Hy heart feels sick though

I met Gary a bunch of times, from the first time in the early 1990's in Milwaukee when I was like "HOLY I AM TALKING TO GARY GYGAX" beneath my cool exterior, to the last time this pastyear when I ran into him on his way to the Troll Lord booth and he remembered my name (well, he remembered the name "Billy" anyways)

Anyways, despite the fact that this is not much of a surprise, I still find myself poleaxed by the news

The guy is responsible for a huge part of my personality and lifestyle. It's a part I value.

I'm probably going to send flowers if they release an address.

 

[Gray Mouser]

Evil news. We have lost not only the originator of a great game that has given untold numbers of people untold hours of enjoyment but a truly kind man.

Requiem aeternam dona ei, Domine, et lux perpetua luceat ei. Requiescat in pace.

 

[Warrior Poet]

Roll to hit, Mr. Gygax, and well done, with thanks . . .

With thoughts for his family, and abundant great memories,

Warrior Poet

 

[Hjorimir]

Gary's work on this silly little game has had such a huge impact in my life. So many hours - countless really - playing with friends and joyful daydreaming to be thankful for. His presence will be missed, but his touch continues to resonate throughout the hobby.

RIP and roll well, Gary...roll well.

 

[Eridanis]

I am thankful for what he gave to all of us, and grateful that I got to meet him in person to express those thanks. He's left all of us a great legacy.

 

[Oldtimer]

The day in 1974 when I received a small box from Tactical Studies Rules in Lake Geneva, USA changed my life forever.

Thank you, Gary, for that change. You will always be remembered.

 

[Matrix Sorcica]

For all the countless hours of fun, thank you mr. Gygax.

 

[Anthraxus]

Thanks, Gary, for the long-lasting friendships I've made over the years playing D&D. I even think playing and DM'ing helped me socially- becoming more outgoing in general. You will be missed.

 

[Yair]

I'm immensly suddened by this loss. I never met him, but he's giving me so much - not just by starting the hobby, but also by his writing and inventions. Words fail me.

My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

Yair

 

[Gentlegamer]

I do not say do not weep, for not all tears are an evil.

Gary Gygax has gone home to live in his Father's house.