1. Should the game be limited to a rule-set standard, where the players make the moves, but the DM calls the shots? The DM would be able to deny a move if it was outside standard, because he would know the strengths/weaknesses of each person playing...and has knowledge of things that the gamers do not.
i agree with nathan, but since he is my usual PnP DM that might be why. i like the structure when it is called for.
2. Should the game be free-form, where each player is his/her own judge, and the game designer would not restrict the creativity of a player, as long as it did not interfere with the game's layout?
again when it is called for. i see making up the words to spells fine. i see creating new spells fine (as long as the DM approves it) but again even freeform can have structure. please note for most things criticle to the outcome of the game i roll dice. i don't trust myself to decide if i "make it" or not, so i do it randomly, otherwise i could easily let myself power game.
3. If you answered "Yes" to #1, what would you do or say if the DM allowed a move that you personally did not think was fair?
i would pm the DM. his answer to my pm is then law whether i like his decision or not.
4. If you answered "Yes" to #2, do you have any suggestions on "how far is too far"? Does unlimited really mean unlimited or does it mean, "higher limits"? If it means "higher limits", then specify those limits please.
i don't think freeform goes without limits or even "higher limits" i think it means the pc decides his/her limits, and if the DM or other pc's feel someone has taken it too far it should be discussed civilly, either with only the DM or in a discussion thread.
5. Do you trust the Game Designer, including all that he/she allows, does not allow, and the manner in which he/she is conducting the game?
i trust the GM will do his best and will take good criticism from the players and make his own decisions.
6. If you answered "No" to any part of #5, what might the DM do to improve the game's performance besides conducting this survey and following through with the majority of the vote?
i think the DM is doing his best that is all i can ask of him.
7. If you are the minority of this poll, will you:
a. Remove yourself from the game?
b. Conform to fit in with the majority of the vote?
c. Continue to do things your way until you have to be asked to leave?
"d. other" i will play along and conform to as much as i can, but if i feel something needs looked at i will voice my opinion. if things become unbearable for me or my characters i'll walk away.
8. Do you have a personal problem with anyone in this game, and if so, will it affect your gaming ability? If so, will you make attempts to resolve the issue or continue to allow it to hurt all other players on this game?
no personal problems with any players
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