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Default Thud! Discussion - 11-06-2005, 12:07

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Originally Posted by Cynical_Youth
In practical terms that still means they are stupid. Intelligence is only a relative term, it is not an absolute. I'd say even processing speed factors into it.
Also, in terms of what Pterry is trying to prove, that it is a cultural thing rather than a battle of wits, it doesn't really matter as long as you accept that there is a difference between the two species.
True. In fact, you can easily notice the way Pratchett tries to portray people with regard to the game. A very good example of this is in Going Postal, with the way various people comment on the game. Mr. Horsefly, specifically.


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