Blizzard can be held responsible for the severity of the punishment. That was completely their decision. Many of us don't like how heavy-handed it was.
As far as examples of companies involved in China, look at the Daryl Morey story involving the NBA. They are obviously taking a hit in China, but I'd say that ethically they are trying pretty hard to be right.
I think both actions are potentially effective. Obviously not all of us are going to BlizzCon, but it’s definitely a good idea for those who are attending.
It's about being on the right side of history. Adam Silver and the NBA understand this, and they are above the knee-jerk reactions on display here by Blizzard. Obviously some kind of response was warranted, but this was way too heavy and it just doesn't sit well with many of us.
As stated, we're all entitled to respond as we see fit, and small actions do make a difference collectively.
The first thing I'm going to do when I get the 23 wild cards is cast Ancestral Spirit on all of them. That way, when the event ends and Blizzard takes them back, they'll stay in my collection.
I just hope that they somehow work in the storyline of the Hearts of Stone expansion. That was such a powerful story, the characters, the music, and it still resonates with me. Gaunter O'Dimm and the Von Everec brothers - just really well done. I know it's not necessarily part of the books, but just wishful thinking.
And I echo similar thoughts above, that the trailer doesn't really excite me - I hope the show steers toward the dark and ghostly feel of the books and games.
We'll soon see how consistent it can be. My thought is that survivability will be an issue while you're waiting on Myra's to show up, and especially trying to dump your hand.
Blizzard can be held responsible for the severity of the punishment. That was completely their decision. Many of us don't like how heavy-handed it was.
As far as examples of companies involved in China, look at the Daryl Morey story involving the NBA. They are obviously taking a hit in China, but I'd say that ethically they are trying pretty hard to be right.
I think both actions are potentially effective. Obviously not all of us are going to BlizzCon, but it’s definitely a good idea for those who are attending.
Yep, I was all set to buy at least one of the bundles, but pumping the brakes now.
It's about being on the right side of history. Adam Silver and the NBA understand this, and they are above the knee-jerk reactions on display here by Blizzard. Obviously some kind of response was warranted, but this was way too heavy and it just doesn't sit well with many of us.
As stated, we're all entitled to respond as we see fit, and small actions do make a difference collectively.
Oof, Flamewaker coming back? He puts the little spitty frog to shame.
Yeah she looks more like Bloodsworn Mercenary.
I suspect that you shouldn't disenchant anything.
The first thing I'm going to do when I get the 23 wild cards is cast Ancestral Spirit on all of them. That way, when the event ends and Blizzard takes them back, they'll stay in my collection.
Yeah I thought for sure they would set it so you have to kill the plague lords in one run on heroic. Pretty surprising to me that they didn’t.
And at least you only have to sneeze on him next time.
Balance must be maintained... or something.
Super fun deck. Thanks so much for sharing it!
Excellent post and layout! And nice feature by our benevolent overlords! Seriously, very cool to see that in the launcher and on Twitter.
I just hope that they somehow work in the storyline of the Hearts of Stone expansion. That was such a powerful story, the characters, the music, and it still resonates with me. Gaunter O'Dimm and the Von Everec brothers - just really well done. I know it's not necessarily part of the books, but just wishful thinking.
And I echo similar thoughts above, that the trailer doesn't really excite me - I hope the show steers toward the dark and ghostly feel of the books and games.
I opened 109 packs total. Freebies were Making Mummies and Golden Zephrys the Great (heyoooo!!)
Then got these 8 from packs:
Unseal the Vault
Raid the Sky Temple
Corrupt the Waters
King Phaoris (golden)
Siamat
Octosari (golden)
Hack the System
Supreme Archaeology
And 25 epics as well. Super happy, and my golden legendary luck is ridiculous!
SOOOOO MANY IMPS!!
Very engaging read. It scratches an itch I didn't know I had!
Gul'dan will not stand for this slap in the face! Both teams are DOOMED!
Woohoo! Never thought my love of honey producing insects would net me a giveaway prize!
Thanks so much Out of Cards - you guys are the.... bee's knees! (had to do it)
You forgot to put in Myra's Unstable Element :)
We'll soon see how consistent it can be. My thought is that survivability will be an issue while you're waiting on Myra's to show up, and especially trying to dump your hand.