You have to stretch your definition of "old guard" to even apply to anyone there anymore.
Isn't Kim Mohan still there as well?What is the definition of "old guard" you're using? Why wouldn't it apply to people like Rich Baker and Bill Slavicsek, who predate most of the people laid off since 2000? Why would it include David Noonan, but not Andy Collins (who has been there about as long)?
What is the definition of "old guard" you're using? Why wouldn't it apply to people like Rich Baker and Bill Slavicsek, who predate most of the people laid off since 2000? Why would it include David Noonan, but not Andy Collins (who has been there about as long)?
Today makes me sad that WOTC is so financially driven that they would layoff solid game designers. I know it isn't a new practice, but it is definately a stupid one. I won't renew my DDI subscription.
Really sorry to hear about this. The D&D podcast won't be the same without Dave Noonan!
Richard
Oh. And I nominate the following as "Sig-Worthy Comment of the Year" (that's an Ennie award.. right?):
Monte At Home said:"it's become clear that WotC's become a company that not only doesn't value experience, it avoids it."
"And the 2009 first round draft pick for Paizo is... Jonathan Tweet!"
Yeah, that'll show 'em. Maybe they'll lose so much money as a result of fan reaction, they can lay off more people!
If you like what DDI gives you, buy it. If you don't, don't. But don't think you'll be punishing WotC for these layoffs by withholding your money.