10-21-2005, 05:50 PM
Chaostheory,Oct 19 2005, 03:34 AM Wrote:So here it is:
Pacifist, curse-only necromancer guide
First off, I think ShadowHM has given spectacular feedback.
Secondly, I'm questioning the word usage in the title of your guide. Pacifism is derived from the word passive, but has developed a more specialized meaning, relating directly to avoidance or rejection of war itself.
Oxford English Dictionary Wrote:Pacifism: Belief in or advocacy of peaceful methods as feasible and desirable alternatives to war; (espousal or advocacy of) a group of doctrines which reject war and every form of violent action as a means of solving disputes, esp. in international affairs. Also: advocacy of a peaceful policy or rejection of war in a particular instance.
And since your guide isn't about hugging Andariel, offering mediation to Diablo, or giving flowers to Baal, the meaning is just slightly off.
Technically speaking, the word you are looking for appears to be passive, since the necromancer is not directly doing the acting. Now don't let my post discourage you, the title still works and I doubt anyone would be confused about it.
Three cheers for artistic license,
Cheers,
Munk