Would EQ be better off without GMs?

[Corrodith]

Originally Posted by Razdeline [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Looks like a classic outcry in reaction to TMO's recent wrist slapping.

Nope just serious philosophical question raised for some interesting discussion. Decent arguments so far. It's a tough question. Obviously RL works far better without rulers: "GM powers" are incredibly destructive in RL.

At least in EQ they don't tax your platinum!

Also as part of this discussion, what are some ways we can solve problems better without involving GMs? Being more active about creating blacklists for known trainers/ks'ers? Possibly guilds using organized trade sanctions between each other? In exhaustion of all other options there are always player duels. These efforts could be organized through forums.

Seems like the community could get a lot more creative with things here. Has anyone ever played a mmorpg where people did organize more creative ways to enforce basic "play nice" rules without GM intervention?

Interested to hear people's input.