}Yes. Unfortunately, this is a pretty clear-cut case of copyright
}infringement.
}> Honestly, I don't think Activision will sue anyone for writing games
}> in, say, the Enchanter universe.
}
}But they could if they were so inclined; such a game would be a
}derivative work, and such an unauthorized work would be subject to
}copyright infringement.
There is a loophole: Fair use by parody.
As for the rest of it: I'm tempted to say stuff it. There's so much
that's copyrighted and patented and trademarked that you might as well
throw up your hands, do what you want, and hope you don't get sued.
-- Matthew T. Russotto russotto@pond.com russotto@his.com "Extremism in defense of liberty is no vice, and moderation in pursuit of justice is no virtue."