Snickersnee
Playing Civ III again. Was inspired by new Asian art exhibits at the MFA, actually, and a members-only slideshow I saw with cthulhia that talked about the influence of European trade on Indian and Himalayan art. Hmm... trade, yes, yes, interesting. It's been many months. So, knocked myself back to Warlord (the second-easiest level), and am having a very interesting game. Very violent game, actually; probably the first time I'm playing as a militaristic civ (Japan, this time) and acting the part. Samurai everywhere, whee! Argh. I haven't played Civ since getting serious about Volity, and now I know why. Up until nearly three last night after starting a land war in Asia. (I know, I know, you don't have to say it...) And then some more for breakfast this morning.
QotD: "I'll give you right of passage... to hell!" (On asking an infuriated Chairman Mao if he'd like to sign a right of passage agreement.)
I maintain that is a rich and mentally stimulating game, not like equally addicting but brain-dead dungeon hacks or whatever, so I don't feel so guilty about playing it. But I remain distinctly aware that time I spend conquering pretend worlds is time not spent conquering the real one...
QotD: "I'll give you right of passage... to hell!" (On asking an infuriated Chairman Mao if he'd like to sign a right of passage agreement.)
I maintain that is a rich and mentally stimulating game, not like equally addicting but brain-dead dungeon hacks or whatever, so I don't feel so guilty about playing it. But I remain distinctly aware that time I spend conquering pretend worlds is time not spent conquering the real one...