Just a few minutes ago, I checked my e-mail for the first time in a while, partially due to severe weather and being busy with work and other activities.<br><br>The news of Richard Snider's passing has impacted me with a belated sadness.<br>
<br>I feel subdued and regretful for a few of my previous posts. I had no idea whatsoever that Mr. Snider was ill, or of the grave seriousness of his personal situation. I apologize for any inappropriate dialogue I engaged in.<br>
<br>Richard Snider was right there when it came to the history of fantasy roleplaying gaming. I recently learned of a kind of 'proto-Powers-&-perils' rpg he co-created with Dave Arneson, titled 'Adventures In Fantasy'. Part of the reason this game was written was as a kind of rebuttal and conceptual revision/evolution of 1st edition AD&D, based on their dissatisfaction with aspects of that game. Powers And Perils was his magnum opus, and carried on that desire to evolve the frpg in a more satisfying direction for those who were willing to recognize and appreciate it.<br>
<br>I will always respect and remember Richard Snider for his work. I hope the P&P site will endure and evolve and expand his system and milieu.<br>