Recent content by Hyrist

I think it's time we re-evaluate the concepts of gender and sex in general. For me, I don't identify sexual role of reproduction to a person's individual value or even identity. Who a person is, and whether or not I am attracted to them, as well as on what basis I am attracted to them are...

This is a valid point when phrased the way you do. But we do get people saying that they are Trekkies, even today though that leans towards the older generation. We have Whovians if we want to get more recent. Harry Potter fans may identify with their favorite Hogwarts house. Soon we'll be...

That's never been the case both historically and in the present - when you pay attention to the scope of Gaming verses any and all other artistic and entertainment mediums. Behind novels, we're actually one of the more progressive mediums. There is a problem with a certain genre and approach of...

Given the fact that I'm older and my freetime tends to be taken up between relationships and FFXIV as my MMO of choice. I seem to be leaning towards games of a more retro style with less of a time dedication required to gather enjoyment. That said, the game I'm excited the most for would have...

... Why would we ever consider this a good thing? Adaptation to accommodate new, civil members of the community should always be the goal, should it not? I've been around for a long time but rarely do I post simply because I approach Escapist primarily as a reader. Much along the lines as the...

I just want to say that I disagree with the notion that these women are 'unrealistically' thin. I have met several women, numerous even who display similar body proportions, my cousin being one of them most of them, especially the noted cousin, are quite healthy. Nor can I agree that being...

This follows the same logical fallacy as saying the last Final Fantasy was FFVI. But say that to the scores of fans who cheered when the Remake for FFVII was just confirmed yesterday. You're entitled to your opinion, but you're also factually wrong. Anything Konami marks with the brand is...

You know, as someone who has ghosted these forums with relatively no post activity for many years (Just look at my join date and post number), I actually feel the opposite. I'm more engaged into the ongoing conversations on these forums now than before - mainly because I am greatly concerned by...

Outsider looking in, admitting low awareness level on the topic. But surface level high discussion here - I don't think its inherantly wrong for the publishers to gain some revenue over content that's being created using content that they created/published. To me, its as if someone read a...

I... Grey, Cory, how are you guys doing? Feeling down? You clarify that all of your comics are for laughs, but this one, I'm not laughing at. Kinda feel sad. Worried that you guys might be feeling a bit of burnout from it all, but I may be projecting. Anyone else see the poor guy in the...

I have to wonder on the intentions of many of those writing in defense of Anita. Just out of curiosity, is it the argument or her you're defending? Sadly, with her, there is always multifaceted intentions on all ends of the argument in my opinion and I think the personal viewpoint of the woman...

I find it difficult to give Anita proper credence when it comes to statements such as this. While it is fair criticism to state that institutionalized sexism leans heavily against women, it is not, in fact universally so, even within this society. Ask any male attempting to gain employment...

Shamus I would like to express an apology for overlooking your articles for so long. This is excellent writing and points, and it inspires discussion rather than isolation. In the end, it's the kind of opinion pieces I like to read. You've got yourself a new subscriber. On the subject...

Honestly, I can understand if Sexual issues are a trigger, especially among female (or feminine spectrum) gamers and reviewers. It's a matter that has increasingly heated up over the past months and that topic really does need to have more conversation going on with it. (however that is an...

Your statement is not mistaken, but your insinuation is. I follow Jim's Twitter (Again, in many cases I'm a fan, even though I don't always agree.) and I've seen his satire episodes before. They're often tasteless and really lacking the in depth discussion and intellectual design I tend to...