Also at least two scoops of Moorcocks’ Eternal Champion cycle, read: Eric of Melnibone. Perhaps a dash of Lankhmar for good measure.
Arneson had something of an affection for some sci fi elements as well, but then again, pulp “fantasy” often had a few aliens and lasers, with Conan being no exception.
D&D was, strictly, bass in the Chainmail wargame. When they started adding more character and role play aspects, that’s when we started to see the import of more literary material, and from wider sources.
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