02-20-2014, 03:08 AM
I agree, when people victimize themselves it only feeds the division. I honestly don't care what gender someone is if I'm playing a game with them, I just want to play the game and have fun; and if I happen to make a new friend through gaming, it's like unlocking a super-secret bonus level: Groovy!
I still stick by the idea that if you want to label yourself as a gamer, do it; you don't need to elaborate any further, you're part of the gaming community.
Conglaturation! a gamer is you!
When people divide into factions, it only makes it easier to destroy the community because part of the job will be done by in-fighting. I could probably easily find a dozen webcomics or videos by either side that perpetuate the bad blood and stereotypes between the two. Of course, this panel isn't going to change things overnight, but you have a chance to make at least some sort of impact on some people, so I'd say go for it. Humor is also a great way to keep people engaged and more likely to hear out what you have to say, so I agree with Kosheh about making it a more tongue-in-cheek presentation.
I still stick by the idea that if you want to label yourself as a gamer, do it; you don't need to elaborate any further, you're part of the gaming community.
Conglaturation! a gamer is you!
When people divide into factions, it only makes it easier to destroy the community because part of the job will be done by in-fighting. I could probably easily find a dozen webcomics or videos by either side that perpetuate the bad blood and stereotypes between the two. Of course, this panel isn't going to change things overnight, but you have a chance to make at least some sort of impact on some people, so I'd say go for it. Humor is also a great way to keep people engaged and more likely to hear out what you have to say, so I agree with Kosheh about making it a more tongue-in-cheek presentation.
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