Paul Sawyer (WD editor from 90s/fat bloke) isn't well at all.

[Raffles]

Hi all, the posts are from warlord and Paul's Facebook:

"It's time I share what's been happening with me and my family these last few months.

I fell ill during set-up at the big Salute show in London earlier this year and have been pretty much out of action since then. This has led to me having to step out of my role at Warlord to concentrate 100% on my health.

Ever since falling ill I've tried to keep a low profile whilst coming to terms - this is partly down to going from working all hours to not being able to work at all but also the ever-changing way my health has been on a daily basis from day one after I left hospital in London. It's been a 'fun' time!

At first the medics had thought I had suffered a stroke during Salute set-up but after the first rounds of tests that was discounted. Following weeks of hospital stays and tests, I was diagnosed with stage 4 Glioblastoma, one of the most aggressive and deadly forms of brain cancer.

I have received treatment in an attempt to shrink the tumour but I face the harsh reality that I will not beat this cancer and the truth is that I have around 12 months left to live before the tumour has it's way with my puny brain. I will know the results of the all important brain scan I had this week in a couple of weeks.

Working alongside many of you and gaming with more has been an absolute pleasure. I wish I could turn back time and do more of the gaming and less of the working so I pass this same message onto each of you - make the most of your time while you have it!

I know that in time I will leave with a heart full of gratitude and a wealth of fond memories. I wish you all nothing but the best and please rest assured that I shall be spending my remaining months surrounded by the love of my beautiful family, whilst looking forward to becoming a Grandad for the first time in December - once again outnumbered by yet another little girl, but one who I absolutely cannot wait to meet.

Whilst I write this with a proud yet sorrowful heart I know I will still see many of you in my remaining months be they in person, over video call or in a game or two.

Onwards and upwards!"

"Since I made the announcement about my deteriorating health I've had several of my friends, colleagues and the wider gaming public ask how they can help contribute towards my ongoing need for assistance.

After looking into this we think it's a great idea and thank you so much for suggesting it.

We're looking into setting up a GoFundMe page (or similar) although I'm completely new to this. If anyone is able to help us with this I would be so very grateful for your input!

Cheers,

Paul"

Paul is currently selling a lot of his stuff via FB, I think he would make a lot more on eBay if people knew they were getting models from Paul Sawyer.

This is very sad news as Paul is a legend in the community.

 

[Eric]

That is sad news.

 

[ManicMan]

Heard about it the other day. don't know much about him but it is a real shame

 

[Raffles]

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This is Paul Sawyer's gofundme page (WD editor from the 90s).

Hey there! I wanted to share a GoFundMe for Paul, who’s facing a tough battle with terminal brain cancer. Every donation, no matter how small, will help provide him with the comfort and independence he deserves during his remaining months. If you can, please consider clicking the link below to donate or share it with others who might be able to help. Thank you!