Lei_Kung wrote:
ninja_ardith wrote:
How in the world does SK have a capitalist system? None of the kingdoms in SK are democracies to begin with, and the use of coin to trade for goods pre-dated the system of capitalism by a fair millennia.
Inflation is also not a capitalist problem. This happens when a country has too much material wealth.
I have a better idea. If a sorcerer wants to charge coin for his services then he charges coin. If he doesn't want to charge coin, he doesn't. None of this requires code.
Also, I take it that you don't utilize the economy much. There is use for coin.
Here's ten hurrahs for your idea of fun, grinding. I also wouldn't be surprised if you also entertain yourself by eating dirt.
I pop in not being to the site in a long time and I can't help but point out a few things. A capitalistic system doesn't require a democratic government, only one that believes in a free market more or less. China has become much more capitalistic since it took over Hong Kong. Inflation is not caused by a country having too much material wealth; it is caused by decreasing the value of the currency. Just look to Germany pre-WWII. Lastly, the idea suggested is interesting IMHO and is deserving of consideration and discussion. Although, insults and degradation is another way to go.
I already hashed this out with Dulrik, I was drunk, under the influence, and tired, and that democratic line slipped in there.
Coinage is material wealth, it is just in a form that has not been exchanged for goods, services or what have you. Having a ton of coin in your economy will lead to the same effect that printing out paper money does, it devalues the currency, and makes the cost of goods go up.
I wouldn't take a serious look at the proposals. It just adds another element of grinding to the game, which actually serves no real purpose. I'd probably also add that if you want that sort of gameplay you should look into the many Korean games out there. I don't see this as enriching the tactics of PK, or RP of the players in conclusion.