On Tue, 27 Jun 2000, Clark Peterson wrote:
> Lets say I make a module using monsters and items from
> the d20 SRD. I want to keep my original text closed
> (just the story). So I mark all the monsters and items
> (even a few new ones I create) with a gray background
> and indicate that all gray background material is open
> pursuant to the identification section of the license.
> I dont add any new rules or classes, etc.
I think every reasonable person has agreed that a conservative
approach such as keeping all artwork and your 5 page background
story closed while opening things that derive closely from the
d20 SRD would be acceptable use.
> My question is: Can WotC or anyone else republish my
> closed text without my permission? I understand what
If your text is all original, of course you can close it.
People could be hesitant to say your text can be closed without
seeing what your text looks like. It could be a total rip off,
infringe on trademarked names, etc.
> I would like to hear an answer such as: "WotC will not
> take closed material and republish it and it is not
> our intent to allow others to do it either."
I *really* doubt WotC will go to bat for your closed material
against others.
--Kal
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