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No! I’m with the science team! - A mini-campaign in which the PCs are scientists, technicians, and security guards trying to escape from the ruined Black Mesa Research Facility. Half-Life ...1 hour ago
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Congratulations, Kevin! Well deserved.
ReplyDeleteVery definitely well deserved. "Scarlet Heroes" is great.
ReplyDeleteKevin is the only winner not to get out to the con! And now he's a two-time winner (also fro Stars Without Number). He was also a unanimous winner, the guy does good stuff!
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