"*" It's a familiar refrain among Silkroad Online private server owners, isn't it? "I built the best server, and now that I'm gone, everyone's just copying me!" Yet, ironically, many of these same server owners are themselves products of a long lineage of "copied" ideas, features, and even entire server files.This self-aggrandizing claim of being the ultimate innovator, coupled with an absolute refusal to acknowledge their own origins as a "copy" (or at least, an iteration) of what came before, creates a curious and often frustrating dynamic within the SRO private server community. It's a cycle of perceived originality and denial of influence that seems to plague nearly every server, whether it's thriving, struggling, or long since shut down.
Why is this "I'm the original" delusion so prevalent? Perhaps it's a way to legitimize their efforts, to stand out in a saturated market, or simply a deep-seated desire for recognition. Whatever the reason, it's a phenomenon that often stifles genuine innovation and fosters unnecessary animosity.
Instead of constantly claiming to be the sole pioneer, maybe it's time for server owners to acknowledge the rich history and collaborative (even if sometimes unintentional) evolution of the SRO private server scene. True innovation often builds upon existing foundations, and there's no shame in being part of that ongoing development.
What are your thoughts on this? Have you noticed this trend?
