02-06-2004, 03:37 AM
electricblue,Jan 18 2004, 03:33 PM Wrote:From the scientific point of view, it is called relativity. Trust me there is nothing wrong with that.Have to agree with theDragoon on this one. Here's why:
Thanks for the advice, though. But I prefer its original form.
If you wanted to, you could have written every single bit of your guide in code. Provided you gave your reader's the code at the begining of the guide, explained what you did, and were consistent throughout, there would be "nothing wrong with that." Would you do that, even if you happened to prefer the code to written english? Take things down a notch: if I wanted to, I could start replacing "Diablo" with "B." Providing I tell my readers I'm doing so, and I remain consistent, "scientifically" there would be "nothing wrong with that." But why would I do that? We already shorten that (sometimes) to "D" or "Big D," among other things.
It's not that what you did was "scientifically" incorrect. However, strategy guide's are written either for (1) general D2 audiences, or, (2) more specific D2 audiences. Your guide seems to be slightly more geared towards a specific group. I applaud you, btw, for stating flat-out that your guide is intended for those with mid- to high-end gear, rather than simply assuming your readers will own any piece of equipment you think is good. The point, however, is moot -- regardless of who your guide is geared towards, it only makes sense for you to use accepted standards when describing things such as IAS.
Finally, I'd be inclined to believe just about anything TheDragoon has to say about Druid Shapeshifting guides. I mean, damn, man, have you SEEN his website? What you're doing is like arguing with Jesus about the Bible!
All in all, quite an interesting read. Gave me a few ideas about builds I might want to try! As a final note, remember not to take any criticism about your guide as a negative -- the mere fact it's getting so much discussion and interest shows you did a good job. From that standpoint, criticism the fine, experienced folks at the LL can only improve your guide.
gekko
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