Always Quote by Fred Davis
“Whenever I design any variant, or when anybody sends me one, I always say if at all possible within the context of the game don't have two home supply centers touching each other.”
About This Quote
Source Game Design: Diplomacy Variant Guidelines, 1970s
Avoid placing two home supply centers adjacent to prevent easy early-game domination and maintain strategic balance.
In simple terms: Keep home centers apart for fair play.
Key Takeaway
Design maps with spaced home centers.
Themes
strategy
fairness
balance
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
instructional
strategic
When to use this quote
- board game creation
- map design
- player negotiation
- competition planning
Key Concepts
game theory
spatial dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does adjacency affect early conflict?
- What alternatives preserve balance without separation?
A Different Perspective
May limit thematic realism in certain settings.
