tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-433069280368288835.post7034631695020924068..comments2023-08-04T01:28:28.494-07:00Comments on The Rusty Blade: The evolution of female MMO playersMhorgrimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12477248508719375474noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-433069280368288835.post-79786013750021655202011-03-25T18:34:58.900-07:002011-03-25T18:34:58.900-07:00@Me - Hmm interesting tieing into the real world a...@Me - Hmm interesting tieing into the real world and integration into the virtual world. It has been percieved that women are less inclined to work in the mathmatics/science areas for a focus which is also male dominated. The relationship between new areas where women are succeeding in and the cirtual network of MMO's seem more and more inter related. I notice that quite a few female players who are raiders seem more inclined to break down numbers and parse out factors than was generally seen say 2 years ago. The competativeness seems to have increased through analysis and technique. I'm more curious as the the why of the phenomena. Good bringing up this point!Mhorgrimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12477248508719375474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-433069280368288835.post-65217823478983858392011-03-25T12:52:12.261-07:002011-03-25T12:52:12.261-07:00I think I was very lucky to have a science/math ba...I think I was very lucky to have a science/math background before entering into the world of MMO's. I had loved playing RPG's on nintendo and other consoles, but was always nervous about the MMO side. I was more afraid of enjoying it so much I would want to do it all the time! And I did after I started playing with my husband.<br /><br />So, why did I mention the math/science background? I went to a small university and was the only female in my upper level math and chem classes. So I guess I was already accustomed to guys being guys when I came to this.Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12338876497982816123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-433069280368288835.post-82345212715204183392011-03-25T08:50:34.624-07:002011-03-25T08:50:34.624-07:00@Kallixta ~ There isn't an issue at all with t...@Kallixta ~ There isn't an issue at all with the gender bending, although I notice younger players have issue with it. Personally, I think as long as one doesn't decieve another about reality, then there is no issue. In my post I even let readers know I have female toons. As to storytelling, this actually is a time honored tradition anyhow. Look at the Era of Shakespeare. Actors were n ot female though the parts were, ergo...nothing wrong especially if you are an RPer. This may be an interesting topic to explore unto itself so thank you for your insight. Have a great day!Mhorgrimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12477248508719375474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-433069280368288835.post-1243626384141751802011-03-25T08:14:28.377-07:002011-03-25T08:14:28.377-07:00I met my wife in college at the D&D club. She&...I met my wife in college at the D&D club. She's been the one to find something like "Magic: The Gathering" and think "Oh, he'd like that" and introduce it to me. She's not surprised I enjoy WoW. Instead she's surprised I didn't get into it sooner.<br /><br />She doesn't much enjoyed WoW as she has different games she prefers. Wow is something my kids enjoy instead and gives me a chance as connecting with them.<br /><br />My gender-bending experience goes back over a decade doing role-play in text-based MUDs. We didn't have the excuse "If I'm going to watch someone's butt..." Instead it was about story-telling.<br /><br />I have no problem pretending to be female. It doesn't bother me much. Why should my gender have anything to do with my blog?Kallixtahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08121048834646013472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-433069280368288835.post-56875829090760207532011-03-24T18:24:56.113-07:002011-03-24T18:24:56.113-07:00@Laura ~ ROFLMAO! Yes, only if I'm invited to ...@Laura ~ ROFLMAO! Yes, only if I'm invited to that cave dearest! But this brings up another point about mothers who play the game, especially when husbands or children who also play are away. It is a way to still stay connected. It has it's own set of rules as well psychologically speaking which can spin off unto it's own topic for discussion.Mhorgrimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12477248508719375474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-433069280368288835.post-33181659114913425142011-03-24T18:22:09.823-07:002011-03-24T18:22:09.823-07:00@Zinn ~ interesting points there. Here lays the qu...@Zinn ~ interesting points there. Here lays the quandary of what quantifies a bitch/diva or simply a woman who is competitive and wants to win in a team orientated event such as a Raid. It also brings up social stigmas concerning can a male take direction from an assertive female and still retain his masculinity. Would this mean then that female leaders have to bow down and cater or coddle male players who require training/mentorship in something as high stakes as raids or Rated BG's? Or can men see the wisdom of a competent female leader? <br /><br />I often see in the real world female leaders needing to magnify thier personalities to get jobs done when their subordinates are male. The MMO culture seems to have the same difficulties. I personally could care less who leads, only that they are competent and willing to teach those who are willing to listen.Mhorgrimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12477248508719375474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-433069280368288835.post-1907424512544001922011-03-24T18:21:07.695-07:002011-03-24T18:21:07.695-07:00Women walked into the sacred "man cave";...Women walked into the sacred "man cave"; many due to their male partners that played. <br /><br />I know I did when I met my hubby, the writer of this blog. Before I met him, I always thought video games were a waste of time. My youngest son also played. So I had a choice...find something to do while hubby spent hours on the game or join them. I jumped in with both feet and have been hooked ever since.<br /><br />Yes, they created a monster with me. LOL. Having always been a competitive person that comes across in my gaming. I enjoy making my toons the best they can be and I resent some of the push back I get from male gamers. A lot of times I'll build a male toon just for that reason.<br /><br />With us its a family thing and a way for us to do things together even when we are thousands of miles away from each other. It's also an escape from day to day stresses. Rather then come home and kick the dog, nothing beats a few good battle grounds. <br /><br />So move over boys...the girls are building their own "cave". And actually it's to your benefit. If we are playing with you...you get more game time.LMRobertshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14651836730732082395noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-433069280368288835.post-77229849685374937342011-03-24T16:02:21.210-07:002011-03-24T16:02:21.210-07:00That should be "Can't combine" of co...That should be "Can't combine" of course...Zinnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14935881612077507321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-433069280368288835.post-68551500791180403702011-03-24T15:56:02.379-07:002011-03-24T15:56:02.379-07:00I really do think you are right when you say that ...I really do think you are right when you say that competitive playing from girls is perceived as them being bitchy and/or divas. It's something I've been wanting to write a post on for a long time, but it is a difficult subject. My idea is something along the line of;<br />girl is perceived as bad player - girls thinks she's a good player - girl asserts her points of view - confident gamer girl is seen as bitch because people can combine the notion of girls being bad players with girl who says she's a good player.<br />Much can be said about this of course...Zinnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14935881612077507321noreply@blogger.com