WotC WotC invites Bob the World Builder and other creators to an in person Summit.

[Mind of tempest]

I am worried whenever they do something like this, something big happens, fear they will do another dumb idea.

 

[dave2008]

Everyone realizes that this is WoTc's attempt to butter up the influencers, right?....

I guess Kyle's damage control tour wasn't enough.

Sure, but this is the stuff they should have been doing regardless of the OGL issue. It is just good marketing.

 

[dave2008]

Would be nice to see them make a presence at conventions like Origins and GenCon again - you know, to talk to fans and players and not only influencers in a private meeting at their hq.

Kyle was asked about that in one of the interviews and he said they want to get more out to the public. They talked about cons, but my memory is fuzzy. I am pretty sure he said something to the effect they are looking at them, but didn't commit to anything IIRC.

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[dave2008]

But it goes deeper than that.

If the influencers get used to being wined and dined, they will be reluctant to ever criticize WoTC, and may go out of their way to defend them if they do something wrong.

Controlling the influencers is how they will control the narrative, and squash any legitimate concerns.

good luck with that!

 

[bedir than]

Kyle was asked about that in one of the interviews and he said they want to get more out to the public. They talked about cons, but my memory is fuzzy. I am pretty sure he said something to the effect they are looking at them, but didn't commit to anything IIRC.

Today they announced at least seven cons they're going to next year

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[dave2008]

I just hope it doesn't end up being some kind of bribe or manipulation.

That is up to those who go to decided. However, the letter said that those who come do not have to share anything from the event, but they can share everything if they want.

Also, WotC isn't sharing anything from the event. So the narrative is completely in the control of the creators going. Bob liked this quite a bit (doesn't have to worry about WotC using an image of him at the event to promote something he doesn't agree with, etc.)

 

[Whizbang Dustyboots]

But it goes deeper than that.

If the influencers get used to being wined and dined, they will be reluctant to ever criticize WoTC, and may go out of their way to defend them if they do something wrong.

Controlling the influencers is how they will control the narrative, and squash any legitimate concerns.

If these folks can be bought with a catered lunch, you should probably not be listening to them to begin with.

 

[Morrus]

@Morrus did you get an invite?

Nah. But hey, can you imagine taking an international flight for it.

 

[bedir than]

Nah. But hey, can you imagine taking an international flight for it.

Seriously, if you come I hope you escape the drab offices in Bellevue and take a little tour of the region too

 

[darjr]

Nah. But hey, can you imagine taking an international flight for it.

I’d gladly take the hit and go in your place.