The Dreams in Gary’s Basement: A Documentary on Gary Gygax

A project in Los Angeles, CA by Dorks of Yore
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Gary is a down-on-his-luck shoe repairman, but when he pursues his passion for fantasy games, it takes him on a real-life adventure.
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Funded: $118,687 of $25,000
Dates: Oct 16th -> Nov 15th (31 days)
Project By: Dorks of Yore
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