When I originally sent the email to the list about Faust's ownership of the
domains, I didn't mean for anyone to get hot and bothered about it.
It was just one of those things I wondered about, and thought the community
might want to discuss.
Especially since in the past Faust has raised some excellent questions about
Wizards and the OGF concerning control. With all the new members on the
list, I figured pointing out some of the political issues would be helpful.
The "flame war" I mentioned was about the same intensity as the discussion
that we're currently having (meaning: not very).
Anyway, just figured I'd state my intentions.... don't want to be seen as
someone who needlessly creates chaos.
-John
----- Original Message -----
From: "Faustus von Goethe" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2001 10:01 PM
Subject: Re: Domain Abuse (was RE: [ogf-d20-l] FAQ)
> >From: "Pax Harmonica" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> > >Your efforts will certainly appear more altruistic as long as you do
not
> > >gain commercial advantage from it.
> >
> >
> >What on earth is WotC trying to do? Yes, they 'own' the OGF, but the
whole
> >point was to promote and encourage the purchase of their d20 products. I
> >think he has a right to link his other products to a site he is
> >maintaining. It doesn't hurt the OGF, and since this stuff is free, WotC
> >can't dictate or restrict how he uses the open gaming content (that's
what
> >copyleft means). I found the FAQ very useful and very comprehensive, and
> >it is a good thing to have out there.
>
> Hurrah! Another letter of support. ::sniff:: [you guys are chokin' me
up]
>
> :)
>
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