> Ryan S. Dancey
>
> Because the OGL allows an unprecedented use of the core materials of D&D
> that will extend far, far beyond the mere expression of the game
> rules, the
> value of someone claiming "D&D compatibility" skyrockets - because for the
> first time, the product will legitimately be reasonably compatible. So we
> believe that the number of people who might be tempted to abuse the
> trademark law will go up, rather than down.
I came to the same conclusion as I listened to all the talk of circumventing
the d20 STL. I agree that you have to protect yourself and the industry
from this problem. I just don't like the scope of your first proposal.
> I hope this essay goes some distance towards addressing the
> confusion about
> this issue and clarifying my position.
It does. Thanks for taking the time to deal with this obviously sensitive
issue. I hope your discussion with Brian is fruitful.
-Brad
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