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Message: <blockquote data-quote="BigFreekinGoblinoid" data-source="post: 960674" data-attributes="member: 5988">In most ways we are just like other gamers, but in some important ways we are not representative of the "general" D&D playing community.ENWorld is, in many respects, my FLGS. Not because I necessarily buy my swag here ( which I do sometimes ) but primarily because it fills the role of educating me about upcoming products. For that reason, we are probably not the consumer that can benefit most from the hands-on service a well run FLGS can provide - At least in regards to d20/OGL products. FLGS' will continue to bring new players to many gaming hobbies. The ones that aren't run well SHOULD die. I used to support 4 different LGS', and now only shop at 2, as the others have taken a turn for the worse for one reason or another. Don't support any business strictly for the purpose of keeping them around. But, by all means, it is completely appropriate to  reward the business that gives you great service by paying a few $ more. My suggestion to anyone that is conflicted on the subject of buying FLGS vs. Internet discount is to examine your motivation for choosing one over the other. For example:If you regularly shop at a LGS, and enjoy your shopping experience, appreciate the opportunity to preview product, try  new games, create social bonds, learn painting techniques etc... then you should buy the majority of your gaming material from them.Like most choices, there is no clear cut right or wrong answer, just what is right or wrong for you situationaly. -rhetoric "thread killer" goblinoid</blockquote>

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