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We continue in the D&D/TSR release year of 1980. Up today, we have another "rerelease" of a previously published module - C1 The Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan. Here are my two original shrink copies of what was the 5th printing of this iconic module.

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#OTD in 1739, the Battle of Karnal marked a decisive victory for Nader Shah of Iran over the Mughal emperor of India, Muhammad Shah. Read about lavish water gardens built by the Mughal emperors: archaeology.org/issues/march-april-2023/collection/mughal-gardens-pools/the-ancient-promise-of-water/

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The long-lost tomb of the 18th Dynasty Egyptian pharaoh Thutmose II (reigned ca. 1492–1479 B.C.) was discovered between the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens and may have belonged to one of the ruler's wives. archaeology.org/news/2025/02/20/tomb-of-thutmose-ii-discovered-in-egypt/

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Archaeologists at High Tarns Farm in Cumbria have unearthed the largest Viking Age building ever found in Britain, which measures 165 feet long and 50 feet wide and dates from A.D. 990 to 1040. archaeology.org/news/2025/02/21/archaeologists-excavate-largest-viking-age-building-in-britain/

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Starting tomorrow, the whole crew will be at the GAMA Expo, so expect slower responses when contacting us!

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At a site along the west coast of the Isle of Man, metal detectorists have found an unusual divination spoon dating to between 400 and 100 b.c. and engraved with two perpendicular lines that form a cross. archaeology.org/news/2025/02/21/iron-age-spoon-may-have-predicted-the-future/

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#OTD in 1965, civil rights activist Malcolm X was assassinated. Read about the excavation at his one-time home which yielded broken dishes, pieces of jewelry, toys, and a record from the 1940s. archaeology.org/news/4396-160420-boston-malcolm-x

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DNA analysis of 3,000 fragments of human bone found at the site of Charterhouse Warren in southwest England has revealed evidence of the violent murder of at least 37 people between 2210 and 2010 B.C. archaeology.org/issues/march-april-2025/digs-discoveries/ancient-british-massacre/

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On a hill in southwestern Spain, researchers discovered a 4,900-year-old pentagon-shaped fortress surrounded by three concentric walls, 25 bastions, and three ditches alongside other objects. archaeology.org/news/2025/02/06/copper-age-fortress-discovered-in-spain/

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Analysis of nine mummified bodies housed in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo that the pleasant odors used during the mummification process were a product of coniferous oils and resins, such as pine, cedar, and juniper. archaeology.org/news/2025/02/19/scientists-investigate-smell-of-egyptian-mummies/

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Next up on our tour of each and every D&D/TSR release starting in 1974 and going forward, currently in the year 1980, we have another iconic module release, the mass publication version of C2 The Ghost Tower of Inverness (1st print was 1979). Here are my original shrink 2nd, 3rd, and 5th printings.

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The Brazilian Navy has confirmed the location of the shipwreck of Vital de Oliveira, which was transporting supplies and soldiers along the coast of Rio de Janeiro. when it was torpedoed by German U-boat U-861 in 1944. archaeology.org/news/2025/02/19/brazilian-ship-sunk-by-wwii-u-boat-located/

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Researchers have identified fragments of a 4th century A.D. Roman helmet among more than 100 weapons that were unearthed in Denmark last year at the site of an Iron Age settlement known as Løsning Søndermark. archaeology.org/news/2025/02/13/roman-helmet-fragments-from-denmark-studied/

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In the Early Bronze Age (ca. 3100–2000 B.C.) levels at Umm el-Marra in western Syria, researchers excavating a 2350 B.C. tomb discovered four 4 cylinders embedded in the floor each inscribed with 8 distinct symbols. archaeology.org/issues/march-april-2025/digs-discoveries/primordial-alphabet-soup/

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At the site of the ancient city of Hadrianopolis, which is located in Turkey’s Black Sea region, uncovered a bronze object thought to have been used to filter beverages in the fifth century A.D. archaeology.org/news/2025/02/13/possible-beverage-filter-unearthed-in-turkey/

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If you are going to ECCC 2025, come by our booth and say hi!

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Inspired is an understatement! So many board games, rpg books and novels influenced my love for gaming! If you’re still on instagram, please give Return to Brookmere a follow. Daniel, the son of Rose Estes has an account dedicated to sharing his mother’s work, with a new generation! #dnd #rpg

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Today we are cookin' our Chest, Shoulders and Triceps, come and join us, the Cat Couch has a buddy in it the whole time today~ youtu.be/hv-VFJu2g7s

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Analysis of pottery sherds found in earthen mounds known as “Cerritos” have indicated that alcoholic beverages were an integral part of banquets in southern Brazil from 2,300 to 1,200 years ago. archaeology.org/news/2025/02/18/study-finds-evidence-of-early-alcoholic-drinks-in-brazil/

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Researchers at eastern Wyoming's La Prele mammoth kill site uncovered 32 animal bone needles that early Paleoindians likely used to sew cold-weather garments suitable for the High Plains' glacial winds 13,000 years ago. archaeology.org/issues/march-april-2025/digs-discoveries/ice-age-needlework/

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Analysis of remains buried from 5,600 to 4,100 years ago in 9 of the 19 megalithic burials identified at the necropolis of Panoría, near Granada, suggests that it contained twice as many burials of women as of men. archaeology.org/issues/march-april-2025/digs-discoveries/iberian-gender-imbalance/

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#OTD in 1930, the dwarf planet Pluto was discovered at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona. Read about the archaeology of tools for astronomical observation, including a 16th-century bronze compass found in Frombork: archaeology.org/issues/november-december-2024/world/?location=poland

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When the folks at High Fantasy Events asked me to sing on French Horn Rebellion's dance remix of the iconic “Soldier, Poet, King” by The Oh Hellos, I couldn’t get my elf ears on fast enough 👀🏰 Stream it Feb 19! Presave the song at https://buff.ly/3QqRo4Y 🎶

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Let's keep our D&D/TSR product release tour going as we explore the year 1980. Up today is a big one - Deities and Demigods! This one went through a number of printings with unlicensed entries removed and even a title change to Legends & Lore in 1984. Here is a 1st, 2nd and 4th from my shelves.

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Just finished writing up a short piece for a project over on Instagram. Super excited about being involved in this project, should be uploaded next week! Can’t wait to share with everyone! Nervous and excited at the same time. #dnd #endlessquest #ttrpg #nostalgia #rpg #tsr #osr #originalgrognard

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A 2,500-year-old Etruscan tomb decorated with wall paintings has been uncovered in central Italy’s Tarquinia necropolis. archaeology.org/news/2025/02/14/etruscan-tomb-discovered-in-italy/

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Happy Valentine's day babes Don't forget to celebrate yourself today🩷

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We are now in the D&D/TSR release year of 1980. The DM screen went through many printings, but the revisions between 79-80 (2nd-4th printings) saw the additions of the famous Erol Otus art, thicker material, and a varnish surface. Here are my 3rd and 4th printings. Have a great weekend everyone!

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Dungeon exploration or hex crawling, how seriously do you take your mapping? Mapping was such a huge part of our early gaming, and something I still enjoy. #dnd #ttrpg #nostalgia #1980s #rpg #gaming #oldschool

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Whenever I pull a set like this, I always know I'm going to fight to sell it 🤣 #handmadedice #dicednd #dungeonsanddragons

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Live on twitch making black velvet cupcakes

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Researchers discovered Donggung, the residence of the crown prince of the Silla Dynasty, which ruled the central and southern Korean Peninsula between 57 B.C. and A.D. 935. archaeology.org/news/2025/02/12/residence-of-silla-dynastys-crown-prince-discovered-in-south-korea/

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