I'm vaguely aware, but honestly haven't paid much (enough, perhaps?) attention. I was a stupid kid with no money when this stuff was new; now I'm a stupid adult with no money … and the prices have mostly not changed - although stuff is now Used rather than New. I had a huge collection of stuff, lost it, and have spent…

thank you for reminding me of the context, although I maintain there was a golden age. I certainly haven't forgotten the damage Williams did, or the earlier shenanigans. I maintain the position out of (stubbornness) a belief that their passion was expressed by how thinly they spread themselves - certain IPs like…

random old man rant … I discovered D&D during the first edition years, but didn't get into it until 2E. It became my best friend throughout the years that followed, and gave me some great memories. One of the things I loved most about it was that everyone recognised the name, but no-one really knew what it was. For…