When I saw this, my first instinct was to run the other direction as well. Â Then I read Rock Sandbourne's post (on the first page) and realized that he was right. Â The best way to build our community is to set a good example, be inclusive, and let others share in the fun.
A lot of, no most, people want to get immersed in the game and into their characters, truly. Â I think many people feel, however, that they need to be 'cool' because they think the rest of the people out there will see them as uncool if they immerse themselves. Â If we set an example and let people know that they are 'cool' if they get into character, too, then I think we will see more join us than not.
If you RP because you like it. Â If you get immersed because you like it. Â If you just prefer to stay in character because you like it. Â Then have confidence that others will like it too.
A lot of, no most, people want to get immersed in the game and into their characters, truly. Â I think many people feel, however, that they need to be 'cool' because they think the rest of the people out there will see them as uncool if they immerse themselves. Â If we set an example and let people know that they are 'cool' if they get into character, too, then I think we will see more join us than not.
If you RP because you like it. Â If you get immersed because you like it. Â If you just prefer to stay in character because you like it. Â Then have confidence that others will like it too.