Spiky Critters
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Owing to my terrible lack of organization, I don't remember who sculpted
this, nor where I got it, nor what it was called, but I have a vague
thought ...
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Surprised there were no comments trying to tear down the Gygax family. This is the usual forum for that sort of thing, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteJust Gail regarding the fiasco known as the Gygax Memorial Fund.
DeleteI have pretty good relationships Ernie and Luke.