I'm not sure if it's the example you are looking for Mathy, but this Saturday (March 1st) the Daughters of Xiosia are performing a ritual in Ojaveda, one that will use actual items, magic and even dancing.  I was lucky enough to watch the rehearsal and they did a great job using all the tools together.  They were even blessed by Xiosia herself when the goddess made it rain and flowers bloomed.  IMHO I think, although this is an RP event, it is a great example of using mechanics and RP together. And of course I encourage everyone to check it out and see for yourself, to form your own opinions.

On a personal note, I try to use both, when applicable.  But I will be the first to admit there are times when my character goes off an OOC ventures (a miner who spends as much time as I do in the arena doesn't make much sense  ), but when IC I try to use all mechanics available to support my chars progression.

OK, think I found my card:

Intel 82865G Graphics Controller...how that's right 

Here is what I found in the errorlog:

Thu Feb 19 14:59:23 2009, <..\..\src\client\sound\pssoundmngr.cpp:219 psSoundManager::Setup SEVERE>
Thu Feb 19 14:59:23 2009, Couldn't find iSoundRender!
Thu Feb 19 14:59:24 2009, Couldn't create Resource 'sound.standardButtonClick'
Thu Feb 19 14:59:24 2009, Couldn't create Resource 'gui.toolbar'
Thu Feb 19 14:59:24 2009, Couldn't create Resource 'gui.cancel'
Thu Feb 19 14:59:24 2009, Couldn't create Resource 'gui.ok'
Thu Feb 19 14:59:24 2009, Couldn't create Resource 'gui.scrolldown'
Thu Feb 19 14:59:24 2009, Couldn't create Resource 'gui.scrollup'
Thu Feb 19 14:59:24 2009, Couldn't create Resource 'gui.shortcut'
Thu Feb 19 14:59:24 2009, Couldn't create Resource 'gui.quit'

I was using PS fine earlier today but when I tried to log in just a bit ago I got the Exception Access Violation Msg.  I checked the updater, but no updates.  I rebooted my computer, nothing.  Could someone please lead me in the right direction?  Thanks.

Bravo Xillix!    I think you hit the proverbial nail on the head.

I hope this will help others see that the way to fix RP is to actually RP instead of being CPers. 

Remember, only you can prevent non-RP...only you.

I think Prolix just needs attention and people talking to and about him.  How about getting some friends, or talking to real people...it can do wonders.

I think people are missing a major point to the covenant...It is to ensure RP...period.  I started playing PS cause I wanted an RP game.  Now, there is a covenant.  From what I have seen in my limited time here (about 6 months) some people need the reminder of the purpose of the game.

Also, this game is FREE!  And I know people have and will argue that you pay in time and work, but fiscally it is free.  In that case, unlike other MMO's, the Devs can make whatever rules they like.  But you know what, they don't.  They ask for imput, they let people complain, they change things for the betterment of the whole.  And as in life, you cannot please everyone.  So  what did they do?  They made a second FREE server for non-RPers.

I read some of the posters and I feel they are just being nitpicky.  I mean, I love PS.  I have invested much time playing since my start.  Is it the perfect game? No.  Does it have flaws? Yes.  But I challenge anyone to find a more RP friendly game...then go to it if you think it is that much better.  I feel bad for people that can't seem to understand this and I think most of them don't realize that while they moan and complain, they are using one of the major advantages the devs have given us...the right to voice our opinions.

So to put it bluntly, just enjoy what you have, cause it may not be around forever, especially with such negative responses, and I would be very sadden to see it go.  Bravo to all the devs, and thanks for all you do.  You are all truly under-appreciated.

Let me know when Lilu...Janz is gonna enter this one, just so you can make fun of him.