Thanks for jumping in. And sure, that is probably the best avenue, that is, when in doubt throw it out. I guess the bottom line is this: I think of the game the same way you do (I love the strategy, and yes, I place high in tournaments also). I would like it better if the theme wasn't magic, because that way there wouldn't be an issue whatsoever (at least in my mind, as some might not like the monsters or violence).

Basically it comes down to this for me. If the issue is really objective subjective (in other words it comes down to conscience and isn't objectively sinful), then I will say to myself, "Be strong my conscience, it's ok. You aren't doing something objectively sinful." And then I'll proceed to play as I have before, not approving of real sorcery and even disliking the evil characters, but viewing it all as a game, yes, indeed, a game based upon math and careful strategy.

Cheers,
Austin

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Austin Brown
Deacon in New Life Alliance Church (C&MA), Logansport, Indiana
Student: Whitefield Theological Seminary, M.Div program