Theron O. Kuntz (born December 25, 1953, Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin[1]) is a game designer who was an early associate of Gary Gygax and employee of TSR.
[1] Kuntz was also a member of the Lake Geneva Tactical Studies Association with Gygax and his brother.
[5] Kuntz also created the magic weapon, the Energy-draining Sword.
[citation needed] Kuntz graduated from college in 1974 with a vocational diploma in mechanical drafting and design, but had difficulty finding a job in that field.
[1] During 1974, TSR offered Kuntz employment with the company to help design rules, games, and to manage The Dungeon Hobby Shop.