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Definitive proof....so you don't have to waste those brain cells with Silent Assassin, the Big Quiet, Slam Duncan or any other such rubbish. San Antonio Express-News (Texas) November 30, 1997, Sunday , FINAL SECTION: SPORTS; Pg. 4, Part A HEADLINE: Duncan's unusual hobby and more unusual request BYLINE: Jerry Briggs BODY: Tim Duncan has a couple of obsessions not usually equated with today's hip-hop NBA: Renaissance fairs, samurai swords, and most importantly, Dungeons and Dragons. Known as "D&D" among afficinados, the fantasy role playing game engages players' imaginations as they trek through the imaginary world of GreyHawk. Along the way, players encounter friendly and hostile dragons, elves and a variety of otherworldly beings. "It's a great escape from the rigors of the NBA," Duncan said while rolling his lucky 20 sided die while casting a spell of invisibility. "I got hooked on D&D at Wake (Forest). Me and some buddies would play for hours at a time until I had to go to practice. My character is a 13th level lawful evil sorceror named Merlin (after the magician from Arthurian legend). Today, he has 98 hit points and an armor class of 2. My Charisma is 21. That's perfect." The game's jargon aside, Duncan has made a more permanent commitment to his love of D&D. "I have a tattoo of Merlin. He's like my alter-ego." D&D's traditional player community is often labelled as "nerdy," but that doesn't faze Duncan. "If playing D&D and dressing up in my purple sorcerors hat, velvet cape and magic wand is nerdy, call me a nerd. Though I'd prefer you called me Merlin," he grinned. His obsession with Merlin and the black arts led to Duncan's quiet feud with the NBA this off-season. Wanting the back of his jersey to read, "Merlin," instead of his last name, Duncan sought the help of the NBA Players Association. Citing the NBA uniform code, Duncan's unusual request was rejected by the league. Though the NBA and Duncan officially have no comment on the situation, sources close to Duncan say that this is not a closed matter. |
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OMG That's just too cute I really want Tim to come out in his ostume at some point. I wonder if he has D&D names for other players ![]()
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I can't verify the article itself, but the content is pretty much true. This was Tim as he left Wake. He was basically a geek who happened to be a basketball wunderkind. Now, of course, he's the man. He also had a fascination with knives when he was in college.
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I've read quite a few articles about Tim, and all of them baisically say tht he collects knifes and is int D&D. I havea feeling that he's more into vedio games now. He also said he loved comic books as a kid. So I can't se why this wouldn't be true. I mean , he prety much has a tatoo of knives and of Merlin (and I believe something else.) The only thing that surprised me about Tim for some reason is that he used to have a pierced toungue.
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Prob why is fav movie is the crow. Tin Tin and all the knive use thats in the movie.
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I have no personal knowledge as to whether or not this is true, but I hope so. Envisioning Timmy rolling twenty siders in all earnest brings me joy. I hope he still plays. I also loved that Lyle Lovett married Julia Roberts. It gives hope to us more ordinary folks. =) Last edited by 2slowman; 05-09-05 at 02:51 PM. Reason: grammar |
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i know i have read most of this info in other places -- except the part about his jersey. and yes, he did have a peirced tongue - there is a picture of it in 99 champion book. dont forget this article was written in '97!
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There is NO WAY IN HELL this part is true. Duncan's Obsession with the black arts...WTF ![]() |
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So it's Tim who's sticking those pins in the sonic's vodoo doll after all I think that Bruce had been cleared ![]()
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OMG, rack this whole thread ![]() Reminds me of a little movie Lucky did: ![]() ![]() And btw, silvernblack- I don't know of a picture, but if you ever catch Real Sports 10th Anniversary on HBO, there's a short clip of Timmy flashing his tongue ring ![]() |
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[quote=LauraBC]OMG, rack this whole thread ![]() Reminds me of a little movie Lucky did: ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
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Just had to comment on this one cuz it is freakin hilarious. ![]() ![]() And wow, I knew about Tim's fascination of wizardry, but he actually WANTED to be called Merlin AND he has a tongue piercing? That is just crazy... Tim, you a wild thang. ![]() |
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This Nerdy D&D talk reminds me of this animation that was funny as hell if you ever knew anyone who played the game or tried playing it yourself. 8 bit D&D Just click on "Watch this movie". ![]() Last edited by omax; 05-10-05 at 01:16 AM. |
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I have video of Tim and a few of his buddies playing D&D. Don't ask me how I got the tape. http://www.raditts.com/phyles/ogre-battle.large.mpeg |
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But I'd be so embarrassed for him if that D&D movie was really him. ![]() |
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So then do we all agree that Tim's nickname should be: DUNGEON MASTER? Yes, Menudo, I know he wants to be called Merlin but I don't see a debate on this. And on a separate note, if Tim wasn't 7 feet tall, he would be one of the best sword fighters ever at the Rennaisance Festival. He would definitely have the best fundamentals of anyone there. Last edited by Jones; 05-10-05 at 11:22 AM. |
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Tim used to click his tongue ring against his teeth all the time. You could see it a lot during the games. I'm kinda glad he took it out.
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