R.I.P. Gary Gygax

The Dungeon Master himself, Ernest Gary Gygax, died yesterday. Aged 69, Gary co-created possibly the most interactive table-top role-playing game in history - Dungeons and Dragons - with Dave Arneson.

I can't even begin to tell you how many authors, designers and artists he's influenced over the course of his creation's career thus far, how many imaginations he's sparked. It's good to know that his work will live on long after him, with the highly anticipated 4th edition of Dungeons & Dragons due to come out soon.

I take solace in the belief that Gary is now rolling his d20's in a better place.

You will be missed, Mr. Gygax.