I have always realized it, but some recent talk about the Gorgon has made me
want to say something about it.

Has anyone ever noticed just how strong a similarity there is between the
Gorgon and Sauron of Middle Earth?

They both once served powerful gods.

They both live in a ring of mountains.

They both want to conquer the world.

To stand against them is almost certain death.

Etc......

I like the Gorgon as a villain better than Sauron though, because at least
he can be defeated one on one (maybe). He also can be somewhat reasoned
with as long as it suits his own ambition/desire to do so.

I`ve just always marveled at how many authors copy the world of Middle-Earth
without ever realizing it. Heck, when I was younger I did the exact same
thing and truly didn`t realize it until one of my players mentioned it to
me......and then I changed the entire campaign world. :-)

Tony

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