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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Thyrkill" data-source="post: 149221" data-attributes="member: 2289">After reading the excellent threads on the RPG industry, I got to thinking about not only my spending habits but also where I spent my money.A little background on my RPG consumption: For over 4 years I owned a comic book/gaming store, and thus had the advantage of wholesale prices and promotional material. But I am no longer involved in that business (I am now a teacher), and consequently do not have that discount advantage. Unfortunately that 40-50% discount is a hard habit to break, and I have had difficulty buying any product without a discount.My local gaming shop gives me a 10% discount. A friend of mine runs a game store out of town and gives me 10-30% off my purchases. Amazon gives a standard 30% off all books over $20. I also get a 20% discount at Borders for being a teacher.My reason for posting:Several posts on this board have made me stop and reevaluate my purchasing habits. I realize now that, as a consumer, I also have a responsibility to the RPG community and its continued growth. Discount is no longer a major concern, and I am more interested in supporting places and companies that care about the RPG community. I now want to spend my money more wisely and concientiously. Here are my options and feelings about them:Local gaming store - 10% discount and a good selection of material, but the store is part of a chain.Friend's store - Great discount, service, and selection. Helps support my friend. But part of a chain and a little far to travel.Amazon - Good discount but limited selection. Big corporation.Borders - Good discount with a limited selection. Another corporate giant.EnWorld - 10% discount and supports a community I have recently become a part of. Can't physically see the product before I see it.I would like to get opinions, feedback, and thoughts (no matter how biased) from everyone on where I should get my future RPG purchases.Thanks very much,Thyrkill</blockquote>

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