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Month: March 2006

Punished with…crucifixion?

Punished with…crucifixion?

Online gamers who cheat in-game usually end up getting banned from the game, but the people in Roma Victor, a game set in Roman-controlled Britain, have virtually crucified a player for killing other players repeatedly! A rather unique way of dealing with those pesky PKs (Player Killers) I must say. Nothing annoys an online gamer more than a PK turning up to literally end the fun. But will such “public shaming” tactics become common and prove more effective than the…

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drumming up the excitement

drumming up the excitement

Wow, it has been more than a month since my last post. In that time, I’ve been struggling with the usual school work, new responsibilities at school and my Masters course readings and assignments. I’m so thankful for the 1-week March school holiday break this week – I can finally….. catch up on marking, set exam papers, finish up more readings and assignments, and actually attend non-Masters courses. Hmm, I think I’m looking forward to the June break already.. Now,…

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