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“Bob loses saving throw vs. shiny with a penalty of -5. Bob takes 2d8 damage to the credit card.”

Quote by Charles Stross

Book:The Fuller Memorandum

Work

The Fuller Memorandum

This book is a suspenseful tale that delves into the world of espionage, featuring a complex plot and intriguing characters. more

Author

Charles Stross is a British science fiction writer born on October 18, 1964. His works are known for their profound philosophical thinking and unique science fiction settings, covering a range of topics from artificial intelligence to political intrigue and time travel. more

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