When I first started this blog, I didn't think that WotC might have trademarked the word Underdark. In fact, I've seen other game companies use the word, even in titles. Not long afterwards, I did discover that this was, indeed, the case, but wasn't too concerned, mainly because I never envisioned the blog lasting so long, or that it would become so successful.
So. What with the direction intellectual property law is moving in this country, as well as other sorts of overall restraints the current situation creates, I will be closing The Underdark Gazette on January 2, 2012.
Until then, posts will appear on both blogs, save for the News, which will have a pointer link from the Gazette.
The Underdark Gazette will be locked, but will escape nuking, for a while. Any posts I think, or am told are particularly useful will migrate over. The News posts, will be archived in PDF form and made available for download, as I occasionally find them useful for research purposes and others may likewise benefit.
The new blog is Dreams of Mythic Fantasy. On the bright side, moving everything over occasioned a long overdue link house-cleaning.
Everyone's blog is on the new roll, save for a few that haven't been updated in forever. If your OSR blog is missing, was never there in the first place, or is one of the abandoned blogs, but you're about to start posting again, let me know and I'll add you.
And here is where I need a favor from all of you guys. If you would update your links and blogrolls with the new Blog, Dreams of Mythic Fantasy, that would be fantastic.
If you would also follow the new blog, that would be awesome. And really brighten my day. :)
Thanks to everyone who's read, followed, linked, talked about, commented and spread the word about The Underdark Gazette. I'm aiming to make the new blog even better, in every way I can!
I don't like this new blog at all. i much prefer the old one.
ReplyDeleteAlas, life is full of little annoyances.
ReplyDeleteJames, its xerxez from the Forbidden Mazes. I noticed I was not on your roll anymore but I did start the blog up again if you want to add. If not cool--sorry to hear about the hassle.
Deletew00t! First Follower! The format doesn't bother me at all James - just keep the news flowing. :-)
ReplyDeleteI don't post much at all, but I do have an OSR blog at http://kingdomsintrevail.blogspot.com/ if you'd care to add it to the list.
Followed, bookmarked and reading. I want to explore hex 1002. How many iron rations am i going to need?
ReplyDeletewait, it's telling me that I'm the first follower...hmmm...
ReplyDelete@Koren - Adding.
ReplyDelete@Drance - something's wrong with the widget. I pray I don't have to ask everyone to re-follow. Let's see if it straightens out. It may have something to do with it being hit with so much activity at once.
@Tim - It's a major city, so you can buy whatever you need. :)
The follower widget seems to be working now! Thanks bunches! The Next News post goes up within 24 hours, or so. Tonight, if I can swing it.
ReplyDeleteOh, Kent.
ReplyDeleteSince Zak isn't here yet:
"My fawther says 'I don't like this new blog at all. I much prefer the old one...' POTTER!"
Anyway, I'm following the new one now (izzat Harry Clarke up there?) and have updated the link in my own sidebar, 'cause traffic is totally going both ways, there.
Hi Jeremy! Yeah, Harry Clarke!
ReplyDeleteI like this new blog. I much prefer it to the old one.
ReplyDeleteJeremy Duncan.
ReplyDeleteI was kidding. I have you pegged now as a moron.
Like the look of the new blog.
ReplyDeleteI like the new digs. I think we should all bring housewarming presents. I sent mine last week, before I knew you were moving!
ReplyDeleteI've got it now. My superhero head is in the follows, but my icon for the season is wearing a Santa hat. All makes sense.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I like the map in the background. Didn't notice it at first because I was busy fighting with Blogger.
Wonder Woman in the House!
ReplyDeleteHey, is this thing on?
ReplyDeleteI flew all the way from New York... or would have if the Flying potion hadn't worn out over Newark. Thank God for my speed potion, but it looks like i aged 10 years overnite.
Hey, every new club needs an "open mike nite" ;)
word verification - "muker"
At least I found my way... heh
I'll be following the new blog in the new year and Happy Holidays to all.
ReplyDeleteHowdy Tenkar and Chris! :)
ReplyDeleteHere and following!
ReplyDeleteHowdy Tim!
ReplyDelete*snif* You don't have The Ongoing Campaign on there. I'm active! Ish.
ReplyDeleteAlso, already added this new blog (same as the old blog) to my own blogroll.
I really like the new layout of the new blog, James! Hope all is well and I look forward to reading the new blog!
ReplyDeleteNice new digs!
ReplyDeleteHi guys!
ReplyDelete@ faoladh - fixed!
Hi James, I was just wondering what the situation with intellectual property law in the USA is...? From what you've written it sounds like "something big" has happened or changed recently to prompt such concerns?
ReplyDeleteI've updated all links to this new home of yours! But I couldn't find my Rustfoot-blog in your new blogroll (of course, if you don't read it anymore, you obviously don't need to add it! I was just curious)
ReplyDeleteWouldn't it be possible to simply rename your blog? I have no experience with Blogger, but it might be possible...
ReplyDeleteHello James, I will put your new blog in my English blogroll in a day or two with news posts (I know I don't write every day, but I don't intend to shut the blog), please add my blog to your roll:
ReplyDeletehttp://eldadoinquieto.blogspot.com
@ Jensan and El Dado Inquieto - Adding!
ReplyDelete@ Gavin - Congress is getting ready to pass a law that could have some very far reaching consequences.
@Melan - thought about it, but I couldn't change my url.
Glad you are continuing. Where did the image come from at the top of your blog?
ReplyDeleteOne of Harry Clarke's illustrations from Faust.
ReplyDelete"Congress is getting ready to pass a law that could have some very far reaching consequences."
ReplyDeleteOh dear :(
Keep up the great posts!
ReplyDeleteHi bliss! You bet!
ReplyDelete@ Gavin - Some are predicting the end of the net as we know it. I hope they're just being hysterical but really, you don't want the US Congress involved in... anything!
Hmm, Blogger is giving me some kind of code error in adding the blog URL to my Blog roll.
ReplyDeleteDungeoneering Dad signing it.
ReplyDeleteBlogroll updated. Thanks for all your work, James. Keep it going!
ReplyDeleteJames---
ReplyDeleteAny chance that you can migrate the old OSRIC comparison post from http://underdarkgazette.blogspot.com/2011/06/unpacking-ceremony-osric-black.html to your new blog? It's nice having someplace to point folks to who are comparing the Lulu vs. BBP/UA OSRIC editions.
Allan.