Petition for Monument

[Kerr]

I know these things don't usually get much traction, but I think in the very least we need a monument to Gary Gygax in game. Add him to the Founders Fountain if nothing else, as Lord Gary Gygax, if not get an actual statue for him. Have the inscription indicate he was "lost in the devil invasion" if you wish that we are experiencing now with the anniversary.

But the man should be honored in some form by DDO.

[Oreg]

/Signed

I like the statue. Lost "during" would be more appropriate and ambiguous.

[EKKM]

/signed

perhaps a monument in Delera's graveyard where he "DMs" the quest chain.

[SilverSong]

/Signed

[walsh]

/signed

[OberGeek]

/signed

[Dane_McArdy]

/signed

[akla_thornfist]

/ signed

[capluke]

/signed

Any permanent tribute in game would be more than appropriate for the father of D&D.

[talyor]

/signed

[ZarakNur]

/signed!

[shimiha_kakita]

normally I don't do this but.
/signed

[KoboldKiller]

/signed in triplicate.

[Vesuvia]

/Signed

It would be disrespectful to not do something.

[BurnerD]

A nice monument at the entrance to Delera's would be appropriate.

[Freeman]

/signed

I think that's the first petition I've ever signed. I normally think they are silly, but this one feels right.

[Simonhook]

/signed

[Mad_Bombardier]

/signed

[Fura]

/signed

[Heladron]

/signed

[Venomir]

/signed

RIP Gary

[Pseudo]

I rarely post on the boards at all (don't think I have since head start or beta) but

/signed

[schroebj13]

A statue in the harbor and a headstone in Delera's Graveyard

[Steiner-Davion]

/signed

I agree that the monument should be out in Delera's Graveyard, near the entracne to the quests that bear his voice. And I really like the touch "Lost during the Devil's Invasion"

[Brutous]

/signed

On the rolling hills of those great plains of adventure we look upon the image of the greatest adventurer of all. As he rides his steed into the sunset we weep, and feel sorrow. However upon the end of a life the telling of deeds and heroic actions are told at many firelit taverns, campfires, and fireplaces of those who knew of adventure and of glory. Those happy few will speak his name softly and with reverence for they too are like him, an adventurer.

My heart is heavy today, for I was only enlighten to the world that he created in November 2005. However I am lifted with joy to know that this world will always live on.

[keithinCA]

/signed

Agreed. I would not like it to be related to some invasion which will be forgotten. I would also like it outside of Delera's so that someone who is not running Delera's can find it and if unknowing, ask "Who was Gary Gygax?"

The man definitely affected my life. Can't imagine who I would be without D&D during those critical teenage years. Made good friends, had great times and learned to dream. May you rest in peace. My condolences to your family. You will be missed.

[Hammerdrop]

/signed

But I do believe the statue should be near Delara's. It would be fitting.

Jim

[Jhareth_of_house_No]

/signed

A monument to Lord Gygax would be appropriate.

[Talakus]

/signed

[Simonhook]

i would also like to suggest with all the live events going on maybe ddo should hold a world broadcast memorial

[Yvonne_Blacksword]

/signed
um...the monument thingie in Del's GY

[Mesana]

/signed

[Altarboy]

/signed

Ive never done this, should be some kinda tribute

[Emrianna]

/signed

[Ghoste]

/signed

[geoffhanna]

/signed

[Hoos]

/signed

[Deriaz]

To quote geoffhanna's title in his reply:

"I can't imagine NOT doing something permanent in recognition"

Agreed. 100%. Both on that quote, and for the monument.

/SIGNED

-D

[Dimicron]

/signed

[Sem34]

/signed

[ccheath776]

You almost feel it would have to be. No Gary G. no DDO.
So its only fitting.

/Signed

[Kiranselie]

/signed

[gothrus]

/signed

[MyrddynDraconis]

He gave his all ,to help save a lost soul.

[MacFionn]

/signed.

How about a 50' statue right where the paladin trainer is outside the gates to the Graveyard...

[szalkerous]

/signed

I was hoping someone would post a petition.

[Shaamis]

DEVS:

/signed
/signed
/signed

[snyval]

/ signed

[Magus_d]

/signed

Also two former players who no longer play would sign this if they could.

I like the monument in Delera's Graveyard. Not sure about the lost in the invasion part.

[Vyr_Vandalous]

I met him once on Khyber. a Lvl 1 rogue in near the tavern. He spoke briefly then he was gone..

A man of such great vision and imagination deserves a Memorial and Monument to the lives he has touched
and influenced.

Signed in blood and triplicate.


/SIGNED

[chrisrtld]

/signed

[Coldin]

/signed

[ArkoHighStar]

/signed

I say the fountain by the bank should be replaced with the statue of Gary holding a first edition DM's guide

[Hephaestus]

/signed

To a man who inspired my best dreams.

[sparkling_diamond_l]

/signed

[Kuauh]

/signed

[rawfocat]

/signed

[moorewr]

/signed

[Bekki]

/signed

[Eelpout]

/signed

[Hafeal]

/signed

Something in Delera's at a minimum.

[Gengulphus]

/signed

[Lizardgrad89]

/signed

[Vizzini]

/signed (only if I can tag it with the phrase: "There's a Fire Reaver in the Library!")

[transtemporal]

/signed

[sosez]

/signed

[Westerner]

/signed

[angel_dragon]

/signed

I say the fountain by the bank should be replaced with the statue of Gary holding a first edition DM's guide

signed
but maybe it should be an eturnalflame because the game he helped create will last forever

[Moonkaster]

/signed

[wumpustime]

/Signed

This should take priority over all other dev activity. I would rather see this monument than 200 new quests, new classes,
new races, a higher level cap, over anything.

[DarkerOne]

/signed

[SidBadguy]

/Signed

[Ridag]

/Signed

This should take priority over all other dev activity. I would rather see this monument than 200 new quests, new classes,
new races, a higher level cap, over anything.

Agreed.

[Moonkaster]

also need an emote to drop a flower or something so people can pay respects...at least at first...that would be nice..

[phearcenterx]

/signed

[bandyman1]

/signed.

To the man who awakened my imagination, I offer my deepest thanks.

[msmith7735]

/signed ad infinitum

[PCNONSENSE]

/signed

[Ringos]

/signed

[LordFancyPants]

/signed

[Vizzini]

I guess that old addage about being a gamer if you burn Gary Gygax Effigy in your back yard can come true finally..

[mistresssa1]

/signed:)

[druiddhohb]

/signed

[isldur]

/signed

[Gornn]

/signed

Nothing at minimum; make it a fitting memorial. Something as grand as the imaginations he alighted.

[5footStep]

/signed

[PhoenixFire31]

...signed.
I met my husband playing DnD and met Gary at GenCon last year. Thank goodness I pulled off going last year cause playing Killer Breakfast with the man was amazing (even if it was only 5 mins before the idiot next to me killed us all :D.)

[Rindalathar]

It's only right and fitting to do so. Without Gary there would be no DDO.

/signed

[Premier]

A monument in Delera's is a good idea!

/signed

[Cinwulf]

/Signed

[Lowfreq]

/signed

I think a 'proper' funeral service\event in DDO would be appropriate. Complete with Turbine pall bearers & appropriate speeches by those who knew him best. Maybe observe a moment of silence as well as the ability leave offerings. Maybe Kargon could leave one his prized hams, for instance, at Mr. Gygax's monument. Maybe it should be someplace 'brighter' than Delera's yard though. I'm not much of a role player, but like many of you, I think he deserves as much respect as we could give him in DDO.

R.I.P. - Gary and thank you.
-Nassir and the Spelunkers guild.

[Kalari]

/signed

[jeffdnd]

/sign on behalf of all my characters, my girlfriend who I got into this game, and my step-father and half-brother who I also got hooked on this game.

[Gnorric]

/signed

Truly a tragedy, a D&D has been big part of my life since I was 10 years old.

[RazorrX]

/Signed

A memorial statue or monument in the graveyard would be quite touching I think. (Perhaps a Gygax family crypt in the graveyard?)

[elraido]

/signed

think maybe opening a "church" in one of the houses would be nice with a statue and a wishing fountain (throw money into regain HP and SP automatically....like a really fast turkey leg and ale).

[EKKM]

perhaps a memorial quest under the monument (or near) which includes some typical Gygax encounters:

Killer traps
Gelatinous cube

[Salamandar]

/Signed

[Poat]

i vote for a monument as well

[barabel]

/signed

[Thorschool]

Yes

[Anthom]

/signed

[Scooter68]

/signed

[Loafusmax]

/signed

[GeneFrenkle]

/count me in

[Aaeko]

How about we switch this live event to a funeral, or have a funeral after, w/ speeches from ddo developers and
people who knew Gygax well.

/signed

R.I.P Gygax

[Kris_P._Letus]

/signed

I say the fountain by the bank should be replaced with the statue of Gary holding a first edition DM's guide


i like this one. along with angel dragons idea of eternal flame goin on with it.

rest in peace to a hero and legend.

/SIGNED

[dmondave1]

/signed

[Gaermain]

/signed

[PSU93]

/signed

[cbj192]

/signed

1st post....under a sad occurrence....please some sort of statue/monument of any kind is needed

[Phortinbras]

/signed

[flash145]

/signed

How could DDO not erect some ediface not only giving Gary credit for this game but, as a tribute to a man who created an experience that has lasted a life time for most of us.

[thulebug]

\signed

[suitepotato]

Why do I get the feeling it will be limited to an NPC named Yrag Xagyg or thereabouts?

[LibertyDave]

/signed

[Aeneas]

/signed


and tasteful if you please - i know to many of us his influence on our lives has been fairly immense for someone that most of us have never met.

[Talish]

/signed

[kingfisher]

/signed

as long as it is noted he went out with fiery bang and a puff of smoke.

[Boldrin]

/signed The Gygax name will live forever anyway, but a token of our appreciation in monument form would be nice.

[Invalid_25]

/signed

[QuantumFX]

/signed

[Giantsbane]

I know these things don't usually get much traction, but I think in the very least we need a monument to Gary Gygax in game. Add him to the Founders Fountain if nothing else, as Lord Gary Gygax, if not get an actual statue for him. Have the inscription indicate he was "lost in the devil invasion" if you wish that we are experiencing now with the anniversary.

But the man should be honored in some form by DDO.

/signed

[Jakuren]

/signed

[Xanstrollinoax]

/signed

[Kurgan224]

/signed

[Xaxx]

dont normally go in for these myself but this one is different
/signed

[deadmanet]

/signed

Would be the very least that could be done.

[herzkos]

/signed
I think we should have 2 memorials, I like the idea that someone had about a "statue with him holding
a first edition DM guide" at the entrance of delera's.
The second monument I believe should replace the market place tent (since it is the heart of DDO).
I'd go with the suggestion made earlier about an eternal flame. I think that would fit quite nicely.

[DNDJESS]

/signed

[Falco_Easts]

/Signed.

Maybe a NPC near the start that welcomes all new players to DDO?

[TFPAQ]

/signed

I think that's the first petition I've ever signed. I normally think they are silly, but this one feels right.

/signed


and /signed again.....

[Lowfreq]

Quote - 'I say the fountain by the bank should be replaced with the statue of Gary holding a first edition DM's guide'

As long as the fountain is filled with Mountain Dew, not water.

[Newtons_Apple]

/signed

so very much... :(

[Cowdenicus]

Quote - 'I say the fountain by the bank should be replaced with the statue of Gary holding a first edition DM's guide'

As long as the fountain is filled with Mountain Dew, not water.

and mounds of cheetos......

/SIGNED

[dengar]

/signed whole heartedly

[Rallie]

I'm a firm believer in the anti petition petition, but I'll make an exception for this one.

/signed.

[Eli]

/signed

Mr Gygax deserves no less than an honorable mention at his passing in a permanent fashion in a game he is more than responsible for creating. I feel a large monument at the entrance to Delara's Graveyard should be given the utmost priority and be considered MANDATORY by the powers that be.

I believe anything less may incite riotous behavior.

[Deshae]

/signed

[Rragnaar]

/signed

[cyc0tik]

/signed

[WDMInuyasha]

/signed

One thing I would like to see is an epic raid dedicated to him. A raid to be remembered like Gary always will be.

[RioRussell]

/signed

[Revenant15]

/signed

[Goblin]

/Signed

[darkrune]

/signed

[Sandmek]

/signed

[Linenoise2]

/signed

[unionyes]

/signed

[theedtwo]

/signed

..... LONG LIVE GARY

[Corran99]

/Signed

[Valzoric]

I've been playing PnP D&D far longer then this online version of it.

Without Gary, there probably would be no D&D

/SIGNED!

[borackus]

yes a memorial would be nice.. it was mentiooned a while ago in the forums, i believe it was the khyber forum.. there was a lot of good ideas for one and a ton of peps that would like one.. so gary will truely be missed and the game should have some kind of remembrance of him as a creator of the game in the game for all of us to see... and other fallen hero's of the game...so devs please consider it and look at the old forum with the ideas..

[StringTheory]

/signed

[sidsdad]

/Signed

[TommyBoy]

(rolls Dice)

(checks dice then signs)

Maybe have the monument look like the orginal dnd book cover

[Hambo]

/signed (sadly)

[danatoth]

/signed

[johnyBgood]

/signed.

[Ciaran]

/Signed.

[redspecter23]

I very rarely post on the forums, but this is a mandatory post for any that enjoy this game.

/signed

[norman_quickfinger]

/signed

[Thriand]

/signed

[Tunes_Steele]

/signed

[Stormanne]

/signed
/Signed
/SIGNED

[serpentwave]

/signed

Rest In Peace Gary..

[eldervamp]

Greetings...

I feel that this would be a great idea. A way to honor him and his dreams. Plus as an added idea, some people where wanting a shrine in the Marketplace for this event and for future events. Make his statue a rez. shrine. So even though he is gone, he can keep bring us back to be part of his vision.


Just a thought.


Chris Molsbee

[Valgron]

/signed
/signed
/signed

Did I mention /signed?

[Kavel_Havae]

/Signed

[D'rin]

/signed

[Jopin]

/signed

[Nevthial]

/signed

Goodbye to a great man. His creations have helped shape who I am today. He possesed such a wonderful style of writing.

[wolfridr]

Rarely post, but this one I'm in complete agreement on!!

-Wolf/Kris

[Greymeir]

/signed

[rhynobuk]

/signed

[Hvymetal]

/signed

[jkunk]

/signed

[Hin]

/signed

[Xalted_Vol]

We will all miss Gordo /signed:(

[Taurnish]

/signed

[LordDeath]

/signed

we Need something in game to show r love and respect 4 him :):)

[lostinjapan]

/signed

[Cyndder]

/Signed

[Saaluta]

/signed

Saal :)

[Dante99]

/signed

[soupertc]

/signed

[The10man]

Take your time devs and make it good!

[popltree2]

/signed

[Cowboy]

/Signed

[Xalted_Vol]

:(I am actually very sad I watched his interviews and would loved to have met him A MONUMENT in Delaras is Fitting. /Signed

[NKspeed]

/signed

Its the least Turbine could do for the guy as to make a statue

[DJNsomniac]

/signed

[baddax]

/signed for anything appropriate.

[Breck_N'Dwall]

/signed

[cdbd3rd]

Add another /Signed.

I think that if it's doable, to have his own words adorn the monument, "I would like the world to remember me as the guy who really enjoyed playing games and sharing his knowledge and his fun pastimes with everybody else."

Seems only right.

[Memnir]

/very much signed!

[VonBek]

/signed

:(

[lastlion]

/signed

[shermahawk]

/signed

[jmelanie7]

/signed

[Kraldor]

/signed

[edgelett]

/signed on behalf of both me & my boyfriend who met many years ago playing D&D basic

[Athael]

/signed

[Sneakee]

Makes complete sense to me....


/signed

[Amabel]

/signed

[Talaysen]

/signed

[Dymond]

/signed

Thanx Gary for keeping a bunch of delinquent kids out of trouble by giving us a place to use our imagination in a good way!

[Whyped]

/signed

[Invalid_93]

/signed

[Trufire]

/signed

[AJPAQ]

/signed

[Therbjorn]

/signed

[Zack77]

/Signed

It would be really cool for a monument of Gygax. He will be sorely missed :(

[qes]

/signed

[Emperor_Septim]

/signed

[Daerius of the Blessed Blades]

And...

/signed

This would be a great tribute to the man who shared the amazing gift of D&D (and so much more...) with us all.

[Yshkabibble]

Mr. Gygax was largely responsible for the hobby that I grew up with and love. I have many fond memories sitting around the dining room table gaming with friends. All I can say is thank you and my prayers are with his friends and family.

Thank you.

/signed

[Canuckalhead]

/signed

[stargazer]

I like the ideal of the Petition but I think it should be placed somewhere where everyone can see on a daily basis and not have to run to Delera's to see it and by all means I give my signature to it!

[Was]

/Signed

[Furgulder]

signed 100%

[Yvetzky]

/signed

[Nemonon]

/signed

[wolf6312]

/signed

[Alizar]

/signed..

[Vandos]

/signed

[TheGreatEye]

/signed

[Ngorongoro]

/signed.

[Tourette]

/signed

[arcanna]

/signed

[reimond]

I think they should have a Gygax mosuleum in Delera's Graveyard.

[blade2005]

/signed

[Crimson_Dark]

/ signed

[Kyber.Coryn]

/signe

[stoc]

I can think of no better tribute to the man himself.

[Dannon]

signed

[cryptic]

/signed

give him a large tomb in Delera's graveyard

"Here lies the founder of Dungeons & Dragons, Gary Gygax.
A creator of fun and adventure. May his legacy live on."

[ReadError]

/signed

[Woo]

/signed
A colossus of sorts. Visible from nearly every location. Huge. Still smaller than the worlds he gave to us.

Woo

[garax]

/signed

[Skitzo]

I vote that not only a memorial is placed in Delera's graveyard, but that the next Module includes a new quest line in the graveyard based on one of Gary's adventures (Dev's choice).

Mr Gygax has allowed the imaginations and creative spark of many people, young and old, to grow and thrive. May his visions and dreams be carried in the hearts and minds of all who partake in the worlds of his creation.

[Zorlinta]

/signed

[Solostoran]

/signed, gonna run Delaras right now

[Poizzen]

/Signed

[zyp]

/signed /signed and /double-signed

[Galamane]

/signed

[Cirith]

/signed

[Jilliane]

/signed

This marks the first forum petition I have ever even remotely paid attention to. ;)

[Claver]

/signed

[Olgren]

/signed

Deleras would be a good place or do something with the empty level in Catacombs. Maybe a biography and artwork. :(