A few guildmates noticed that WAR players seem less polite than other games. They don't tend to say hello or goodbye as they join / leave the group and many don't say anything at all. We pondered whether it was about WAR's PvP focus, but I think it's related to the Open Group system.

A Parable of Dinner

Last night Nelg, Sakkara and I went out to eat at a local Indian Diner & Sweets shop. Our server was rather curt. She wasn't rude, she just didn't throw in the usual pleasantries we're accustomed to having during dining. She was insanely busy as the only serving staff in the place: she waited on tables, dropped off food and all the while handled the steady flow of walk-in customers at the front counter picking up takeout and selecting sweet treats.

At one point she was walking away from the table while I asked for some extra rice and rather than stop and dutifully reply, she just nodded her head in acknowledgement. She promptly returned with the rice on her next trip back from the kitchen.

We ended up tipping big:

• Service was zippy and prompt even in such a busy place.
• The food was excellent.

The moral of the story the lack of niceties can actually be refreshing. I'm really appreciating WAR's Open Group and Public Quest combination that allows for some single-serving friends without the lengthy introductions and yeah, without some of the politeness. It's quick, efficient and enjoyable. It also doesn't preclude being social when you want to be, although not everyone will reply to your hellos.

And for those that like good Indian food, I recommend:

New Novelty Restaurant & Sweet (Google Map link)
6669 Fraser St.
Vancouver, BC

They've just moved two doors over for a bigger dining room, so I'm not sure if the address is exact but I'm sure you'll find it if you want to. They serve both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. We had the Chicken Vindaloo and Lamb Curry (delicious!). I love their Samosas w/ chickpea sauce as well.