I think it’s been obvious in the past that Tobold and I have disagreed on various issues, but … seriously, you’re giving him crap about getting a freebie account to Warhammer?

Sayeth Lum:

Belgiumgate is kind of silly, and not just because I like typing the word “Belgium”. If you think a blog author is going to be bought off by a comped account worth a bit more than what I paid for a bowl of pho this afternoon… that must be damned good pho. And it wasn’t. I’d want AT least some Pad Kee Maw before I give up all my principles.

Sayeth Cameron:

There are two ways to get subscriptions to online games: 1) Get a job and pay a bit of money each month, or 2) Write about online games for long enough and get involved enough with the community (by reading, writing, responding, and attending industry events) that companies will (occasionally) grant you one. Tobold doesn’t get some kind of special status because they like him better than anyone else. He’s proven his dedication to writing about this stuff and developed a substantial following due to his frequent, thorough, and insightful posts.

‘Nuff said.

Update: The Freeman gets it right. Again.