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Why the Midwest?

Started by Settembrini, July 25, 2007, 06:02:40 AM

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arminius

Well, sure, it had to start somewhere.

We're getting mixed up between "why'd it start there" (A: I just said, it had to start somewhere) and "why the difference between styles from different regions?" I seem to recall John Kim talking about this once, but I'm not sure I agreed with what he had to say.

HinterWelt

Quote from: RoninDude rainy far worst than snow? You must be out side your mind. Come on up to the upper penisuka of michigan with me this winter. See what bad snowy conditions really are. Up in the Keweenaw they get an average snowfall of 250 inches per year. Theres only three things to do there in winter. Snowmobile, drink, and game.
I grew up in Menominee and went to school at Michigan Tech. Live through more snow than Siberia and you get perspective. You also develop a hobby of some sort and I don't like alcohol that much. ;)

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Serious Paul

I have some friends who went to Tech. I live here in Grand Rapids, and having a thriving gaming group, and there's a pretty thriving population of gamers here in town-I have to agree come winter it's good to have a hobby.

I want a four seasons room when I buy a bigger place-something I can really do up as my game room. I plan on doing it up righteous!

flyingmice

Quote from: Gunslinger:haw: The beautiful river hills of The Burg.  

I asked a co-worker who's from Lake Geneva.  Apparently, there's not a whole hell of a lot to do there.

Yea, Pittsburgh is a lovely city. It's just very... vertical. :D

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grubman

Quote from: jrientsI agree that the climate is a factor.  Wisconsin and Minnesota have pretty long, harsh winters, encouraging the development of indoor activities.

That's really all there is to it.  That and the type of people who enjoy this type of thing tend to gravitate together in tight nit groups that actually DO things...instead of talking about doing things.  Wisconsin is really filled with a lot of dumb-asses...and pockets of the truly wonderful and brilliant.

Thanatos02

Seems like there's a bunch of us. We ought to get together some time. I bet it would be neat.

And you'd finally get to see me! A dream come true, I'm sure... :what:
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Serious Paul

Quote from: ReimdallBacon = Glory.  Sorted.

Quoted for TRUTH! Sing it brother!

James J Skach

Grand Rapids?  I'm in Holland quite a bit...right up the road.

Sorry to derail with stalking fellow siters.....
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Serious Paul

If you're ever in town let me know. We're quite hospitable! We'll lift a pint or two!

James J Skach

Probably Labor Day.  Might even get gaming dispensation since I'm missing GenCon due to falling on the sword...

At the very least a drink is in order!
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Serious Paul

Absolutely! We game once a week on average! And we always welcome guests!

HinterWelt

Quote from: James J SkachGrand Rapids?  I'm in Holland quite a bit...right up the road.

Sorry to derail with stalking fellow siters.....
Linda grew up in Muskegon...Troll.

Bill
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Lord Protector of the Cult of Clash was Right
When you look around you have to wonder,
Do you play to win or are you just a bad loser?

James J Skach

I said it in the other thread (was is Shaolin Squirrels?) - You and Clash and a bunch of us from the flyover country...the First Annual Midwest Small Press Game Convention.
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HinterWelt

Quote from: James J SkachI said it in the other thread (was is Shaolin Squirrels?) - You and Clash and a bunch of us from the flyover country...the First Annual Midwest Small Press Game Convention.
I would not argue. Personally, I think it would be a neat idea. That said, I truly and wholeheartedly suck a con organization. That would need to fall on someone else's shoulders.

Bill
The RPG Haven - Talking about RPGs
My Site
Oh...the HinterBlog
Lord Protector of the Cult of Clash was Right
When you look around you have to wonder,
Do you play to win or are you just a bad loser?

flyingmice

Quote from: HinterWeltI would not argue. Personally, I think it would be a neat idea. That said, I truly and wholeheartedly suck a con organization. That would need to fall on someone else's shoulders.

Bill

Organization? Organization is my middle name! Unfortunately, my first name is "Dis."

-clash
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