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Elitism
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The Daily Grind: Have you ever actually gotten kicked out of an MMO group for elitist reasons?
This article poses a question to MMORPG players about whether they have ever been kicked out of a group for elitist reasons, such as not picking a theoretically optimal talent. The author notes that while they haven't personally witnessed such instances, they are curious about player experiences within the genre.
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Vague Patch Notes: Toxic anti-elitism in MMORPGs and the geek social fallacies
This analysis discusses toxic anti-elitism and social fallacies within MMORPGs, using an anecdote about a university anime club member's hygiene issues as an example. It explores how the concept of 'geek social fallacies' relates to player interactions, the challenges of addressing personal hygiene in group settings, and the problematic nature of 'anti-elitism' that dismisses constructive feedback.