Sep
5
Second Life rules
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So far, I’m having a lot of fun with Second Life. This is the first time I’m really playing a game similar to the popular World of Warcraft game (I always thought it was overrated…maybe I shouldn’t judge it too soon) and I have to say, conversing and meeting with people in a virtual world is more fun than I thought it would be. Granted, the game isn’t perfect, and I wouldn’t trade any of my “quality” home video games, but Second Life is free, and it’s great for what it is.
I first teleported to a place that was set on a beach, and i rested, talked to some people, saw some sights and some naked people, and talked to them about where they’re from. One person named Maxamo something told me he was from Mars (yeah, like i expected him to tell me where he really was from) and I told him I was from Jupiter. The conversation didn’t go very smoothly. I asked him why he teleported to this place, and he said because he liked the scenery (i.e. the naked people).
In terms of groups, I joined a gamers group that were serious about gaming, and I talked to someone about what his favorite game was. One interesting fellow told me he liked the Halo series. I nodded my head and agreed. Someone else named gamezerart said he liked the Final Fantasy series, and I stopped talking to him and left the group. Heh, serious gamers? Pshh yeah right. I also joined another group called Armenian club. Considering my heritage is Armenian, i thought it would be neat to converse with them in the virtual world…that is, until I found out that there are about 10 people in the group, and nobody was online. I received no messages or anything from any of the groups I’ve joined.
To be honest, the best luck I’ve had in Second Life so far were in the adult places I could teleport to. And when I say luck, I don’t mean it THAT way (hehe, or do I) but these locations are where i met the most people (big surprise) and where people were willing to talk to me about, ya know, stuff…;)
Very entertaining blog, you had most of the information I asked for. You could have added to your blog by adding the name of the islands that you visited, yes even the mature island and as always a picture says a lot. (19)
Information is very organized with well-constructed paragraphs. (4)
All topics are addressed and all questions answered with at least 2 sentences about each (4).
Information clearly relates to the main topic. It provides 1-2 supporting details and/or examples….names of island and pictures would have strengthened the blog. (3)
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Second Life is not free. You are paying with your precious RL. I personally would define fun as not Second Life. Despite the fact that you can find interesting conversation with individuals who share common interests, there are just too many weirdos out there. Men dressed as women, women dressed as men, men dressed as horses, and of course the naked folk, but that’s all irrelevant. I joined a gamers group as well, though mine was thematic of HALO. HALO 3 woot!
Its unfortunate that the first person you talked to wasn’t very friendly, but I encourage you to keep it up - I have met nothing but friendly people who were willing to answer my questions even though we had just met. It is good however that you were able to find something that interested you and in so little time. The networking capabilies are what I think is SL’s strong point, and you should not be discouraged by one negative encounter.
I admire how outgoing you are in Second Life. I am very shy and don’t like talking to random people. THis might partially be because t he only people I have talked to seem a bit creepy. I’m sorry you haven’t had very much luck with your groups. I’ve had the same problems with small and inactive groups. I would suggest that you just keep looking for new groups to join!
You seem really extroverted in Second Life and it sucks that you couldn’t find very many friendly in yours groups. But hey, it’s great that the adult islands were better for you and that you’re enjoying yourself.
It’s herd to find a group with people who are actually online and willing to talk. From what i found, sitting on the beach and talking is what you’re gonna be doing most of the time. But talk about final fantasy, cause it’s awesome. it seems like people in the adult places are a little more laid back and confident, but i guess that’s to be expected. Just talk to the people you feel most comfortable with.
I really enjoyed your sense of humor in your blog. It Kept the audience occupied. However, I would love for you to expand more on the type of people you meet on these islands. We all know they are creepers, but there probably was some way of turning the conversation PG…13ish.
I commend you on joining such a blod group. Probably the only one in the class. This could be a good thing or a very bad thing. Only you will know.