On 26 Aug 00, kevin scribbled a note about Re: [Open_Gaming] OGF (possible) Fi:
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> WORDING:
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> Which words in the definition of Open Game Content (section 1(d))
> cover stat blocks? I would like the definition of "Open Game Content" to
> explicitly include "game-mechanical description":
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> (d)"Open Game Content" means the game mechanic and includes the
> methods, procedures, processes, routines,
> >>and game-mechanical descriptions<<
> to the extent such content does not embody the Product Identity and is
> an enhancement over the prior art; and means any work covered by this
> License, including translations and derivative works under copyright
> law, but specifically excludes Product Identity.
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> Since stat blocks contain game-mechanical descriptions, this change
> would make it perfectly clear that stat blocks should be marked as
> Open but must first be scrubbed clean of any Product Identity.
>
Sorry, but I have to disagree with this one. The Stat Blocks can
correctly be described as a display "method" or "procedure". They
are therfore covered under the current wording. Besides, "game-
mechanical"? I doubt that is a real word, and it could later cause
problems with enforcement....
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