>This isn't to justify what you experienced or change your
>mind so much as about my curiousity about some gameplay
>aspects.
>
>1) Did you ever take advantage of the 'outfit' command after
>being killed? Yes, it was better than nothing, I agree, but not good enough to stand up to a fully equipped player who had a few levels on me. I was PK'd on the spot again.
>
>2) Did you use the 'barter' command at all? If so, was it
>intuitive? I did not. While I've heard of it, I didn't fully understand it nor look into how to use it.
>
>3) Did you ever deposit any coins in the bank (if your role
>allowed for it)? Lots, I had 30k+ copper in the bank, which was all taken away when I was accused of dropping link to avoid a PK (which I debated with an IMM to no avail). Added to the frustraton...
>
>4) Did you find hunger/thirst to be a significant impediment
>to getting around? Nope, plenty of both around.
>
>5) How disorienting did you find your first death (either PK
>or by mob) after, say, level 5? Did you wake up at the pit
>with an idea of what you should do? Not too bad, it didn't take long to realize you were in the temple of your home city.
>
>6) How did you get your best weapon or gear? Finding it on
>the ground? Killing the mob either solo in a group? As a gift
>from someone? Buying or bartering for it? A combination of finding stuff on the ground and killing mobs solo.
>
>7) How well do you feel you knew the layout of your hometown? Very well, though tended to shy away from it as I gained levels as people were seeking to PK at every turn.
>
>Any feedback is appreciated!
>
>Thanks.
>Q