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

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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!"
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"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"
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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.
 
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Donate to Make Dad’s remaining months as comfortable as possible, organized by Holly Sawyer

On April 13th 2024, Dad was taken ill at a war gaming conference i… Holly Sawyer needs your support for Make Dad’s remaining months as comfortable as possible
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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!
 
Thought I should sadly bookend this thread with the announcement about Paul's death on the 27th March 2025.

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It is with great regret that we must announce that co-founder of Warlord Games Paul Sawyer passed away on the evening of 27th March 2025, following a long battle with brain cancer.
Paul was a man of enormous character, and he fought tooth and nail to the end, always in good spirits. He was a true friend to us all. That he passed surrounded by the love of his family is a blessing.
We offer our sincerest condolences to Paul's family - his wife Julie, his daughters Catherine & Holly, and his granddaughter Aurora-Rose, whom he was fortunate enough to be able to meet before his passing.
Paul was not a man to be made a fuss of, he'd perhaps not even thank us for writing this short dedication. We believe it would be his wish that we carry on unabated. We shall strive to continue to shape Warlord Games upon the immensely strong foundations he put in place.
We raise our collective glass to the late, great man. He will be sorely missed.
~ From everyone at Warlord Games
 
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