Online Gaming: The Why of It
© Brandy Ross
I was first introduced to D&D through a novel I read as a young teen. My love for fantasy was already evident but at the time I had no idea what D&D was or how to go about finding more information. The concept of a role-playing game was tucked away in my mind.
More than eleven years ago, Frank reintroduced me to that tucked away interest. He was already a long time gamer. It took me awhile to really enjoy the game. The rules confused me at first because it was a game unlike any I had ever played before.
I continued experimenting with classes and races until I found a few character types that would become my signature choices. My passion for creating stories about vivid characters finally found an outlet with a role-playing.
My love for the game only deepened when we made the discovery of online gaming. I certainly cannot say that online play was the perfect gaming experience. I have alternated my pleasure with frustration and anger. As one of the people who made our online group possible I discovered that I could not turn to someone more experienced for advice. The road for a high player scaled game was yet unmapped.
I remember the early days when we were first beginning our online group. I remember what drew me to it. I am an intense role player. I enjoy deeply delving into a character’s background and personality. Turn on the computer, turn down the lights, slip my favorite cd in and it’s play time! I am in the mind set to immerse myself into the world of fantasy. It’s a world where my written creation takes life and interacts with others.
Each player adds their part to a tale led by the DM. It was a thrilling tale of action, adventure, romance, drama, magical creatures, legends, and other things beyond the realm of reality.
Web sites were another joyful addition to gaming. I like having the opportunity to share some history and insight to my pc through a colorful and visual medium. I spend quite a bit of my time preparing these peeks at my work. I also enjoy viewing the web sites of other players. These help me to visualize what the other players are trying to portray their characters as. I can use this to work with as I am deciding how my character will react to the one he or she is facing.
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