[MUD-Dev] Gender and Mud Development

[Jon A. Lambert]

On 8 Jun 99,, Matthew Mihaly wrote:
> On Tue, 8 Jun 1999, Jon A. Lambert wrote:
> > 
> > Consider briefly the recent threads on Achaea and Ultimate Universe.  Are
> > these games that appeal to significant numbers women?  Personally I think 
> > not.  So would you likely find lots of women involved in creating such a 
> > game?  Again, no, unless they were getting paid.
> 
> Sadly, this is the case. I will point out though that our best Gods have
> generally been men playing females! Does that count?

Sadly, No.  But if you think about it, someone who can convincingly play 
different roles obviously possesses some skill and insight that allows 
them to understand people from different perspectives. 
Perhaps they are more likely to be consumate diplomats and mediators; and 
as such may be more effective and viewed positively.  :)



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