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Death by Cliché 2: The Wrath of Con

Name: Death by Cliché 2: The Wrath of Con
Rating: 3.61 (36 reviews)
Author: Bob Defendi

Bob Defendi October 10, 2017

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Synopsis

Damico is trapped in a fantasy roleplaying game. Not “trapped at the table” like Thanksgiving dinner after a particularly unpleasant election. Trapped inside. Back in the real world he’s probably bleeding to death in the trunk of the game master’s car.
On a happier note, he currently rules this improbably-constructed world from the very plush Comfy Chair, which he ordered built to replace the previous overlord’s throne. It’s amazing what a true artist can do with hard wood, soft animals, and relaxation magic.
Unfortunately, this world exists to serve a fantasy roleplaying game, and players back in the real world have started rolling dice again. An artifact that grants complete control of the weather has fallen into the hands of a mad man, and Damico must join the adventurers in their quest to face-stab evil in the name of justice.
Also, he needs to decide whether to become the Dark God of Destruction, so his schedule is filling up quickly.

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