Re:this is like something out of an SF novel (Score 1)

I have only played one rpg but enjoyed it a lot. I honestly think I am missing something here (no sarcasm). I replied to a post earlier and said that it isn't crazy to pay for virtual mechandise just like we would pay for sports equipment to improve our game and to enjoy it more. My question for you is: why is it strange to pay for virtual merchandise if it improves our game or our enjoyment of the game? We pay for the game at the store before we bring it home and we pay monthly for a subscription. I honestly think it's completely normal to want to buy stuff to make you better unless you're paying way too much. Oh, another opinion of mine is that it is a bit lazy to buy the stuff rather than earn it and that buying it takes away from your experince if it makes you miss out on a lot. Thanks