Offensive names?

[CharlesWalker]

I realize that alot of young people play this game and that a certain level of immaturity exists within the Forgotten Tales community. However, given the immense, worldwide pandemic of CV-19 that players are now popping up with character names like Covid and Covid-19 etc... These names are unacceptable to me and I would hope to the FT community at large. I hope these named characters are removed out of respect to those whom have been affected by this horrible pandemic. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Fenris the Freya-1,500

[WARBRINGER]

Personally, I don't see the problem, as it's pretty much making light of a dim situation, not unlike the memes and such you encounter online - I'm sure that most people who do so do not intend on disrespecting what others are dealing with, as it likely effects them as well. That said, I wouldn't have a problem with it!

[Barkley]

Personally, I don't see the problem, as it's pretty much making light of a dim situation, not unlike the memes and such you encounter online - I'm sure that most people who do so do not intend on disrespecting what others are dealing with, as it likely effects them as well. That said, I wouldn't have a problem with it!

What about this WARBRINGER name... War is terrible,how dear you to bring it!!

[Blackbetty]

Personally, I don't see the problem, as it's pretty much making light of a dim situation, not unlike the memes and such you encounter online - I'm sure that most people who do so do not intend on disrespecting what others are dealing with, as it likely effects them as well. That said, I wouldn't have a problem with it!

I agree! So many are offended by anything now.

[CharlesWalker]

The lack of compassion that exists within the gaming community is sickening. I can find the humor in many things. This isn't One of them.
Just my Two cents.

[SellSword]

Best for any player who wants to go with one of those names not to make any significant investment. You know, just in case.

[Gullander]

It's all a matter of perspective. I doubt those names would have been chosen if one of their family or friends had the virus. It is possible some member of this gaming community does have a family member or friend with the virus maybe even one who died. I know someone with such a scenario. That's one perspective. The other is someone blowing off steam or simply trying to convey the persona they would like to portray. I wouldn't choose a deadly virus as a name but lots of players have various forms of death or things that cause death in their names. But for me at least there is a difference between a generic death term and a specific current worldwide pandemic. That's where choice and consideration for others ought to be considered. But it is their right to choose such a name I would not dispute that as long as within the game rules. But for the sake of my friend it is sad no restraint was taken. And that's the perspective I have to take.

[TangledSwerve]

Given the timing of it, it is extremely poor taste. FYI I do know people who have died of this & pushed to the absolute extremes, this is no time for individuals to be flaunting their complete disregard for their fellow players.

[ryaca_]

If anyone sees a player with a name that resembles the coronavirus in any shape form or fashion, please take a screenshot and send it to the GM inbox or send me a PM

[Leone]

If anyone sees a player with a name that resembles the coronavirus in any shape form or fashion, please take a screenshot and send it to the GM inbox or send me a PM

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