Artist Retrospectives VII – Frank Papé

Today's spotlight. Book of Psalms, and would make a great D&D demon. Frank Papé, 1878-1972, was an English artist. He was an art school graduate who went on to success as an illustrator. An "Uncle Ray" illustration. Dr Seuss, right? His career began with illustrating books for children. Does this style remind you of anything? … Continue reading Artist Retrospectives VII – Frank Papé

Review: Three Hearts and Three Lions, a D&D novel

Cover art by Edward Gorey. Yes, that Gorey. Got you. This novel, written by Hugo & Nebula winning Grand Master Poul Anderson, was published in 1961! But you will find it at the top of your Appendix N, Gary Gygax’ list of “inspirational reading” for Dungeons & Dragons. And with good reason. This is magical … Continue reading Review: Three Hearts and Three Lions, a D&D novel

Part Fifty-One: 2015, Finally Facing My Waterloo. A Historical Overview of Role-playing from the Trenches

Waterloo (don't you remember?) 2015 wasn’t so long ago; no, not at all. I know you’re saying, “Don’t bring me down,” but we’ve got a job to do. Amazing Grace This year saw the passing of Grace Lee Whitney, the original Star Trek’s Yeoman Janice Rand. Known to some as “Amazing Grace,” I’ve blogged about … Continue reading Part Fifty-One: 2015, Finally Facing My Waterloo. A Historical Overview of Role-playing from the Trenches