> Doesn't this break the idea of being able to provide value add in the
> form of artwork, typesetting, programs, and so on?
>
> What's the intent here, in any case?
Not in the form of artwork & typesetting. What it DOES do is protect OGL
authors from having their work co-opted by third parties and placed in a
closed environment (software).
> Does this mean that the software included with the D&D3 PHB will be
> GPL'd?
No. The D&D books are not OGL. They are D20 because D20 is a WotC
trademark, so WotC is the only company who can choose to use the D20 logo
without using OGL.
> Has a lawyer looked at any incompatabilities between the GPL and the
> OGL? The GPL has some interesting clauses about no futher
> restrictions... which may prevent this.
Good point.
> Also, if this change is made, is it really a good idea to force the
> GPL? I can see situations where it would beneficial to release under a
> less restrictive license like the BSD license or the LGPL.
Looks like it's time for me to go re-read the GNU GPL...
-Brad
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