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What is your favorite kind of game?

I like games that simulate things in the real world, particularly things that interest me. I’ve always been intrigued by models, by which I mean things that represent, look like, or behave like other things, but are under my control. I like to be able to manipulate and experiment with models to see how they work. So, I enjoy most games that model how real things work – aerial dogfights, civilizations, stock markets, etc. because I feel I am learning while I play.

Original interview was submitted by Igor back in 2006 and as the first question states; it was the first member interview we ever did. Since finding it and brushing off the dust, I'll do a slight update/revamp to bring it somewhat current. ;-}

How does it feel to be the first Gamer of the Month in RGC history?

How do you feel you have been influential to the expansion of RGC and its events?
Looking Back Over The Past Six Months Or So Its Amazing To Me The Things This Club Has Accomplished. As Far As My Part In The Expansion Of R.G.C. I'm Only Doing What I Love! Talking To People About Gaming, Planning Game Days, And Gaming Itself Of Course! As Far As The Events, Its Pure Torture To Have To Run My Favorite Game For Multitudes Of People. I Mean, I Get To Teach People About This Awesome Game. Allow Them A Space And Opportunity To Exercise Their Imaginations, IT SUCKS MAN!! lol.

How do you feel you have been influential to the expansion of RGC and its events?
By hosting games at my house and coming out of my shell and learning new games. I'm not so great about spreading the word, but if someone asks about RGC, I definitely put a good word out there about us and encourage them to show up to an event or hang out at Jimmy Jams.

Tell us, when did this "gaming" take over your life? Or has it?

How do you feel you have been influential to the expansion of RGC and its events?
Probably three ways:
1. I was here before it was called RGC when it was still an RPG only game club, and my posting on the forums helped open some of the doors to allow other gaming types like board games.
2. I help organize the once of month board game night at Chateau.
3. I post a fair amount on the forums which helps keep the group active. Also in my posts I try to provide some information about board games.

How do you feel you have been influential to the expansion of RGC and its events?
I am really excited to be helping out with the RGC. I love games, and I think it is great that I can use my skills to help further the goals of the RGC.

Tell us, when did this "gaming" take over your life? Or has it?

How do you feel you have been influential to RGC and the expansion of it’s events?
I do not feel that I have been very influential, but I have been able to provide some additional support to the board gaming hobby. When my children grow older, I hope to get more time to be able to spread the wargaming hobby out a bit. I attend when I can, invite others to my game days when I have them and participate as much as possible to the content on the forums here.

Tell Us, When Did Gaming Take Over Your Life? Or Has It?

How do you feel you have been influential to RGC and the expansion of it’s events?
I’m not sure that I have been an influence to expand the gaming aspect of RGC because every attempt that I have made to bring a group of people together to play a game has bombed. But I believe it is a vital role that all of us play in the club when we go out and talk to people about joining the club, what we do, why we do it, and how much fun it can be. I enjoy talking to people and I believe that it might be my biggest contribution to the club.

How do you feel you have been influential to RGC and the expansion of its events?
I hope I have been. Since I’ve joined I have shown up to the last two gaming events and I donate my artwork to the e-zine to show team spirit for RGC. I hope I can do what ever I can in the future.

Tell Us, When Did Gaming Take Over Your Life? Or Has It?
I don’t think gaming has taken over my life but if so it would have been after I met my husband Bob who is a huge gamer in D&D. We both influence each other.

Siddy (Cyrus), Member of RGC since 2007

How long have you been playing boardgames, RPGs, collectible, and card games?

Boy, let me think. Since I was 5, I'd guess. I have always been drawn to games, especially those with lots of bits and pieces and really interesting visual design.

What is your earliest memory of a game you played?