Comments for Cynwise's Warcraft Manual

Comment on Deployment by theerivs

theerivs — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 18:32:08 +0000

If thy arm offends thee cut it off. LOL! Get better, and hope you come back soon

Comment on Deployment by Dev

Dev — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 22:23:33 +0000

That’s terrible that you are suffering from RSI. It sounds like the version you have is similar to mine. Baslically it started and is primarily aggrivated by using a mouse. For me using a mouse for anything but work has been a no-no for over 10 years.

The way I get around it is by using keybindings/macros for everything using my left hand (mostly) and I use my right hand on the arrow keys for turning (and use autorun as much as possible when generally moving). Also, playing on a laptop where I use a touchpad (with either hand) for the times I need mouse movement helps a lot too. I also wear a couple of lightweight braces for wrist support but only when playing.

I am not the most elite player but I can enjoy the game with minimal discomfort. I may also be a keyboard turner but I have found that with practice I do okay even in PvP (but mostly with ranged classes where I can stick a pet a pet on my opponent that follows them around).

I’m not sure if any of this will help but since using a mouse is the primary cause of my pain I thought I would put it out there

Comment on Deployment by Verawynta

Verawynta — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 16:01:55 +0000

I hope you start feeling better soon. I also have been suffering from RSI from extensive mouse work related to my job. For me, the most surprisingly helpful advice from the physical therapist was to walk. The exercise didn’t use any of the muscles in my hand /arm so they were not further strained and the increased blood flow helped it heal faster and hurt less even though I was still over using it.

Take care!

Comment on Class Distribution Data for Patch 5.3 by The Care and Feeding of Warriors: Speculative solutions

The Care and Feeding of Warriors: Speculative solutions — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 21:01:19 +0000

[…] rapid decline of Arms warriors in PvP (Cynwise's recent class distribution numbers went a lot more in depth than my own class rep post, and it's convinced me the warrior […]

Comment on Deployment by Elkagorasa

Elkagorasa — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 18:03:26 +0000

get well, enjoy some time off. I have a friend who uses one of these when his gaming arms start to hurt. It’s an odd start and not sure if you could use it standing…

my thanks to you

Elk

Comment on Deployment by Rhiiannon

Rhiiannon — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 17:42:52 +0000

Take care of yourself, Cyn. I’m away from the game right now myself(for at least another week or so after being gone four months). Things definitely won’t be the same without your BG and warlock expertise around.
/hugs

Comment on Deployment by Departure | Notes from Azeroth

Departure | Notes from Azeroth — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 17:34:51 +0000

[…] wrote a really fantastic story about Cynwise’ departure from Waypoint, which you can find here - and you really should read […]

Comment on Deployment by Nimaya

Nimaya — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 08:46:57 +0000

Cyn, you will be missed for sure.
Hope things work out with the RSI.

Comment on Deployment by shadowspawnd

shadowspawnd — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 02:40:00 +0000

RSI is not a nice thing. If using a mouse aggravates it, have you tried a trackball like http://www.logitech.com/en-ca/product/wireless-trackball-m570?crid=8. I have used a trackball for years and will never go back until the stop making them.

Comment on Deployment by Redbeard

Redbeard — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 02:28:36 +0000

Ouch. I think I know exactly where your hand is hurting, too, because I occasionally have stabbing pains after a multi hour session playing MMOs that allow you to move using the mouse.

Best of luck for a speedy recovery.