Self-killed ~ southpointingchariot
Adminned at 06 Apr 2012 13:03:54 UTC
Replace the term “Player” with “Pioneer” throughout the ruleset.
I keep tripping over myself mid-sentence when writing the word “Player” in a rule, because it feels like I can’t remember the correct dynastic term. We seem to be building and influencing a fledgling planetary colony, so maybe we’re “Pioneers”?
‘Pioneer’ feels wrong. It feels more like we’re wealthy quasi-political figures; Barons or Dukes, maybe.
I think Josh’s point is correct. Pioneer could be a historical term, but I would say think more the oligarchs than explorers.
Remember that player is short for “power player”, which is what we are. I don’t like the idea of changing it.
per Josh
However I’m totally supporting a flavour substitute for Player. I don’t think that would be confusing (as long as it’s not confused with Councilmen or whatever), and to me “player” doesn’t sounds short for “power player” at all.
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