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The Science Of Success. Most of us have genes that make us as hardy as dandelions: able to take root and survive almost anywhere. A few of us, however, are more like the orchid: fragile and fickle, but capable of blooming spectacularly if given greenhouse care. So holds a provocative new theory of genetics, which asserts that the very genes that give us the most trouble as a species, causing behaviors that are self-destructive and antisocial, also underlie humankind?s phenomenal adaptability and evolutionary success. With a bad environment and poor parenting, orchid children can end up depressed, drug-addicted, or in jail?but with the right environment and good parenting, they can grow up to be society?s most creative, successful, and happy people. I found the above article recently and I was wondering how applicable it is to Creatures, in your opinion? For example, Treehugger Norns are incapable of passing the IQ test due to their deactivated navigation genes. By being 'good parents' and not putting our treehuggers through the IQ test, we can test them in other ways... like how to stop them from constantly retreating from each other.  My TCR Norns |
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 Jessica |
I haven't read the article, but I think the quote you posted has a lot of merit within Creatures. Although I can't say that I've come across an antisocial Norn as of yet (aside from a few who enjoy slapping a little too much) I think there are genes that can be either good or bad. It doesn't always come down to how a player nurtures these creatures, though. Sometimes the environment and/or other creatures step in to bring out the good or bad qualities. But nurturing has an overarching role: There are plenty of cases of creatures who were severely compromised, either from brain mutations or other serious types of genetic mutations. Although most still lead different lives, I've seen many become moderately successful. My own Angharad needs some extra care and has trouble with her decision lobe, but she recently became pregnant with a child who won't inherit any of her negative characteristics. A little bit of nurturing ensured that she would survive and be able to get around her genetics. Who knows what her descendants will be like?! Your Treehugger example might be more relevant... But problematic genes in creatures can actually be overcome in certain ways, which can ultimately strengthen the population. |
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