I have been in several gaming communities in which the older, established player base is downright obnoxious towards newer, incoming players. They call them noobs, snort at them derisively (figuratively) for asking questions, and seem intent on chasing the new players off, or at least forcing them to jump through a series of hurdles to ever feel welcome. A popularity contest and a pissing contest all wrapped up into one.
From day one here on the RPC this has NOT been the case. I came in a little jaded, and suspicious, figuring 'here I go again, another mmo in which I'll have to put up with trolls, elitists, and general rude behavior all in an effort to find some enjoyable game time.'
Instead, I have found a community that genuinely cares about each other, nevers seems to tire from answering questions, even if they have bern asked a dozen times before... that celebrates RP tolerance and diversity... that has flare-ups and differences of opinions, but always seems to get back to what's important in the end... overall a community that is built off of respect and is willing to listen to each other.
And for that I am thankful. I can't wait to meet you all in game ^_^
From day one here on the RPC this has NOT been the case. I came in a little jaded, and suspicious, figuring 'here I go again, another mmo in which I'll have to put up with trolls, elitists, and general rude behavior all in an effort to find some enjoyable game time.'
Instead, I have found a community that genuinely cares about each other, nevers seems to tire from answering questions, even if they have bern asked a dozen times before... that celebrates RP tolerance and diversity... that has flare-ups and differences of opinions, but always seems to get back to what's important in the end... overall a community that is built off of respect and is willing to listen to each other.
And for that I am thankful. I can't wait to meet you all in game ^_^
