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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Kor - Orc Scrollkeeper" data-source="post: 8225925" data-attributes="member: 11096">At first I was sort of surprised to receive GenCon's e-mail that they are going ahead for 2021, but I believe they have clearly communicated that they are taking a cautious and medically informed approach, so I wish them all the best. Unfortunately there are many states which have continuously ignored the medical advise of well established world-wide medical experts, and accompanied with messaging that had previously come from senior government leaders which downplayed the seriousness of this disease, I can certainly understand why this has fostered an environment where many people are ill-informed of the potential serious effects of this disease. I realize that spending another summer home and social distancing is not high on anyone's list, but it is sort of necessary if we want to get a handle on this pandemic, and prevent the damaging impact of further infection waves.  By August/September 2021 I think we will have a better idea of how the various new strains of COVID 19 are impacting attempts to control the spread of this disease, and as well how effective the various vaccines are against these new threats.While the young and healthy continue to show better resilience against COVID 19, it is selfish and irresponsible for these people to focus solely on their own strength and ability to fight off the disease, and to not think about the amount of people they may pass it onto, prior to learning that they have contracted the disease.At GenCon, I see so many people that play hard and long all day (and night), sacrificing proper eating and sleeping -- 2 factors that can compromise a person's immunity system.  Add into that, the crowding of people into rooms and hallways for extended periods and you have a perfect formula for a super-spreader event.  However, I am confident that the GenCon team is well aware of this and with proper precautions taken, and by limiting attendance to those that have been vaccinated, I think they may be able to run a successful convention, albeit with less people in attendance.Good luck GenCon team, and I am looking forward to visit in 2022.</blockquote>

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