Post originally by The Fiendish Dr. Samsara at 2005-04-25 14:23:31
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Just to follow up Dan’s Point #1, it’s a good idea to avoid any sense of suggesting something is “really different” unless you have some discussion to back that up. For example, being able to customize is nothing unique to HARP, nor new. The same with being able to change the parameters of spells. You didn’t say they were in so many words, but your enthusiasm sort of implied something along those lines and tends to diminish the objectivity of the review (I might add, you were very careful to note your like of the game and consequent “bias”). It’s not always possible to do comparisons, but they are very helpful when discussing some nifty quirk or mechanic.

I also think that you rushed along a bit fast. Eight basic stats? What are they? (Here’s where a comparison might be handy re. D&D.) Your basic races? Elves, dwarves, orcs, I assume (that ought to be an acronym for High Fantasy settings: EDO). But I’m just assuming. You like maneuvers; how about describing some that stand out. It’s changed the way you game—that a big statement; I’d like to hear why and how.

Anyway, just some thoughts.