N. Ehlers's definitions

Gygaxian

As pertaining to Gary Gygax, late co-creator of Dungeons and Dragons. Noted for extremely lethal traps and puzzles which rewarded the player for proceeding with paranoid caution. Frequently resulting in total party kills or instant death or dismemberment of a character.

Gygaxian dungeon design is credited with the boom in sale of 10-ft poles and halfling "trap springer" rogues.

by N. Ehlers October 6, 2009