Re: Real Life Power Gamers

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From: Eric G. Scharf <escharf_at_seattleu.edu>
Date: Fri, 1 Mar 1996 11:08:57 -0800 (PST)

On Fri, 1 Mar 1996, Sandy Petersen wrote:

> The more complex the world, the more difficult it is to make your
> formula. After a certain point, it's easier to roleplay.

Again, what is roleplaying but constructing a rewarding calculus for behavior?

> Also, my conclusion isn't based on armchair reasoning. After
> gamemastering for 23 years, I've seen a number of power-gamers
> become roleplayers. I've also seen power-gamers start making the
> first steps towards roleplaying, then backslide again.

Despite the Subject:, I wasn't talking about power-gaming, I was talking about minimaxing. Or doesn't Sandy see this distinction?

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