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vicky_molokh

05-28-2009 02:13 AM

Re: Standardizing the tags nomenclature for the GURPS subforum . . .

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Originally Posted by Pip Boy (Post 796301)

We could use 'author explanation' since a Peter Dell'Orto and Phil Masters can (and usually give) explanations about respective books as well.

Not my idea.

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Originally Posted by Pip Boy (Post 796301)

Why not "custom settings"?

Looks okay.

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Originally Posted by Pip Boy (Post 796301)

I'd vote for 'IWcustom'

Nah. Looks counter-intuitive.

RedMattis

05-28-2009 04:29 AM

Re: Standardizing the tags nomenclature for the GURPS subforum . . .

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Originally Posted by Pip Boy (Post 796301)

We could use 'author explanation' since a Peter Dell'Orto and Phil Masters can (and usually give) explanations about respective books as well.

It would be preferable, but since "Kromm explanation" is already used by several topics I guess we're stuck with what we've got.

Figleaf23

05-28-2009 11:58 AM

Re: Standardizing the tags nomenclature for the GURPS subforum . . .

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Originally Posted by Molokh (Post 795161)

...So, what have I missed?

Ummm ... you may be missing the probable futility of what you're asking.

Figleaf23

05-28-2009 05:40 PM

Re: Standardizing the tags nomenclature for the GURPS subforum . . .

I should add, albeit belatedly, that I would be happy to be wrong.

Mercator

05-29-2009 01:24 PM

Re: Standardizing the tags nomenclature for the GURPS subforum . . .

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Originally Posted by Molokh (Post 795161)

So, what have I missed?

"Actual play" for accounts of, well, actual game sessions.

Also, I suggest a note urging people not to over-rely on tags and choose thread titles that are clear and precise, and already include the key words of the discussion. I see tags as useful, but secondary to a good title.

M.

(who has had to wade through too many discussions called "a hopefully simple question")

vicky_molokh

05-29-2009 01:36 PM

Re: Standardizing the tags nomenclature for the GURPS subforum . . .

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Originally Posted by Mercator (Post 797238)

(who has had to wade through too many discussions called "a hopefully simple question")

Yeah, that's really annoying.

Joseph R

05-29-2009 05:04 PM

Re: Standardizing the tags nomenclature for the GURPS subforum . . .

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Originally Posted by Mercator (Post 797238)

(who has had to wade through too many discussions called "a hopefully simple question")

<SOAPBOX>I think this shows why, although software search tools make finding information easier, it is still a skill that needs to be learnt. As long as people do not understand or care how to correctly categorise data, the world will still need librarians.</SOAPBOX>

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Originally Posted by Figleaf23 (Post 796838)

I should add, albeit belatedly, that I would be happy to be wrong.

I too hope that you are wrong in this regard, but I fear not.

pawsplay

05-30-2009 01:14 PM

Re: Standardizing the tags nomenclature for the GURPS subforum . . .

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Originally Posted by RedMattis (Post 795242)

Does anyone have a good idea as for what to call powers*? (to avoid mixing it up with GURPS Powers)

*as in those amazing abilities like shooting lasers out of your eyes or spitting acid.

Unless you are talking about the book, with bells and whistles and power sources, you are basically talking about "advantages."

Phantasm

05-30-2009 05:41 PM

Re: Standardizing the tags nomenclature for the GURPS subforum . . .

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Originally Posted by pawsplay (Post 797720)

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedMattis

Does anyone have a good idea as for what to call powers*? (to avoid mixing it up with GURPS Powers)

*as in those amazing abilities like shooting lasers out of your eyes or spitting acid.

Unless you are talking about the book, with bells and whistles and power sources, you are basically talking about "advantages."

"Abilities" is what Powers calls them, referring to any advantage that's been modified in any way. This helps keep them separate from what Powers calls "Powers", which are sets of abilities.

TJA	05-30-2009 07:12 PM

Re: Standardizing the tags nomenclature for the GURPS subforum . . .

Muahahaha.

Let that stay "suggestions" :D

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