
Before going deeply into what I think is a message of the journey, I would like to say thank you for reading my work. Because of the fans of Guild Master Gaming, and therefore me, this endeavor continues. Now for some of the touchy feely stuff I've had as I look back over the year and further.
Guild Master Gaming started out to be a place to support tabletop gaming. My ideas were there of what I wanted to do, even when my writing wasn't as good. I look back on those early articles and they bring me both sad and happy feeling. My writing wasn't just bad some of it sucks. People told me they liked the concept, but the writing was sometimes painful to read. With that urging I took a closer look at what I was doing and decided to change what I was doing, but not the focus of what I wanted.

For those readers who know me locally you get the opportunity of seeing game reviews in Utah Geek Magazine. (Articles have also been published on Stuffer Shack, and links from many other sites.) It has been a pleasure to meet local people at the conventions. Not just in building my ego (it does), but because I think the gaming and geek community is a great community. Here, in Salt Lake City, and along the Wasatch front I have been a part of the community for over 40 years. It is a fitting example of the larger community of gamers and geeks spread across the world, some I haven't gotten to know because of Guild Master Gaming.


When I started in 2012 my goal of posting was to get something up. That weak-ass goal provided the beginning, but only a few good articles. As time progressed it changed to publishing articles instead of just posting something. Then I started working on keeping a regular schedule of making articles available. During some of the times of the year this has been difficult, but the rewards of meeting new people, in person and electronically, has made the challenge worth it.
Looking Forward
First, I want to express my appreciation for the support I have received. Around the world people are reading, sharing, and using my articles. I have had comments left on social media pages along with emails sent to me directly. It is a good feeling to know in some minor way I'm making a difference. Even though I think it is wonderful getting the support of readers, most important to me (and indirectly to everyone reading my articles) is the support my wife has given me. It takes time to create, if it is in a game, a movie, or writing. She gives me the time to do this. This is amazing to me because she is not a gamer, nor is she a part of the geek community the way I am.

Next, I plan on keeping the broader view of Guild Master Gaming. This means as I come across interesting topics, you'll get an article about it. I already have books and games in the lineup for review. Along with the articles here, I am working on projects that are beyond Guild Master Gaming. I am hoping this year will see more gaming material and stories being published by others.
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Years ago, I made a comment of putting together support material based on pirates for role-playing. It ran into problems. Some of those issues have been resolved and the pirate project has moved back up the list. I'm also working on stories with a good chance of being published. As these, and any other projects, come to fruition, I'll readily blow my own horn and let you know what is happening.
During 2018 I'll be attending conventions and events and would like to meet with you and hear your comments in person. I know I will be at Life, the Universe and Everything (LTUE), SaltCon, Salt Lake Gaming Con, Salt Lake Comic Convention, FilmQuest, and Quill Conference. There are other events I hope to attend.
Again, thank you.
If you have a comment, suggestion, or critique please leave a comment here or send an email to guildmastergaming@gmail.com.