Ahhh a moment of sanity.
City of Heroes life changing? Well, yes.
Granted, most people that play an MMORPG, at least from what I've heard on the norm, but most people have nothing but bad things to say. It sounds almost like a stereotypical country song, "I lost my wife, my dog, and mah truck cuz i got fat and spent all my time and money sittin in front of a computer". But in all reality, we sit in front of the TV watching our favorite sitcom, or playing other video games.
On the other hand, one such as I, who is a very.. well.. shy, and hermit like in my life, and very reserved on my opinion, I find this to be an outlet of sorts. Normally I dont like to share, I dont like to socialize, and i dont like to meet new people, but, in CoX, i tend to function differently. I dont know if it has to do with being behind an avatar, not having to be face to face with one another, but I know for a fact that Im more open when logged in. Call it strange, call it what you will, but its the truth.
My friends and I do use vent, and even though I am now talking to live people, actually speaking with them, I dont feel the reservations that i would if we were sitting next to eachother. I feel I can be myslef with no consequences. I guess you can say thats what I am afraid of the most, is what the outcome of my actions are, and prohibiting myself from doing anything "fun" I keep myself safe from what judgement others may have. Be it shy or scared, its what I used to do.
Now, in my day to day ventures of life, I find myself talking to random strangers, the ones I fear the most, and being comfortable with their opinions. I find myself being far more open in conversation, and being the center of attention in a crowd.. and not in a bad way lol. My friends have always told me that I am a funny person, and very prone to enlightening the day when I really get into it, that used to be only around my friends, close friends. Now granted, I still get a little stage fright when being a goofball in front of others, but I surely dont hold myself back any longer.
All in all, i guess im trying say that yes, playing on CoX and especially playing on Pinn has changed my life, my lifestyle, for the better. If I hadnt joined this community, I would probably still be playing my beat up XBOX and not associating with anyone. Looking back.. I dont like the sound of that.
And as for General Knowledge, well. he has been an enlighteneing experience. We chat just about everyday on vent, and getting to know him has been a pleasure. You should try talking to him sometime..... The crap he comes up with will make you pee yourself. For some reason he has an unquestionable knowledge of 80's cartoons.
Anyhow, there it is. I did it.
your turn........
P.S.
I owe thanks to my wife, Ennvee, for helping me come out of my shell, and for introducing me to this game. if it wasnt for her, I would still be the quiet guy that sits in the back of the room, unnoticed, silent, and not making any difference in life.
Hunny, I love you.
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