R.I.P. Gary Gygax

Gary Gygax, also known as the father of Dungeons & Dragons games, and therefore the 'grandfather' of MMORPGs and alike, has died at the age of 69. Wired news writes: "Gygax went well beyond the role of game developer and became an icon to gamers, appearing as himself in episodes of Futurama and Code Monkeys and participating in discussions on roleplaying-related message boards".

It is heartbreaking to follow the player commentary on his death here. And how many there are mourning online within this community! Like someone writes on the forum: "All and every gamers in the world are mourning this week". I am also sure Gary would be happy about the kind humour that is been shared on a sad moment.