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[Neonii]

This in a nutshell.

We've already addressed the in-game abuse notion directly. It's a completely unjustified and unfounded fear. Meanwhile, I see absolutely nothing wrong with people being forced to think a bit before they speak. It's not like they're going to be abused because they say something stupid. People are just going to think they're a complete idiot. Which is well within their rights.

At the same time, it prevents pointless posturing like the crap Dallas spewed all over the Mythic/Emp/Relic Staff thread, and the BS TearValerin/Andylynn caused with his sock fake Gungnir account. Calling people epic gimps when they themselves are horribly geared, or pretending to have relics so that they can inflate their already bursting sense of self-importance and e-ego, that sort of thing is what turns legitimate discussions into steaming piles of crap.

There is room for other motivations in using a mule. None of the above describes me yet I have very valid reasons for using the mule. 1. It allows me to feel safe in asking questions and trying to be a better player. 2. On my last online game I was followed by some guy who wanted to date me even after I changed servers. I used the same name for my Character on both games it fits me to a T. I don't know if someone googles the name it would point to ffx1. I know if i google it the guild point list from my other game still come up. I will comply and list it here if they insist. However, until that time comes I would rather err on the side of caution and not list the name. I have never even once called names or tolled or flamed anyone on these forums. I prefer to use it as a resource to get answers to my questions. I don't think it is fair to paint everyone who choose to use a mule as trouble. Also. GG i'm not saying you personally advocate this. I'm just using your post because it sums up the views of this thread as I understand them nicely.