Balancing IC and OOC is a forever tricky topic In the battlefield of MMOs. It is difficult because there is not really a set right or wrong answer; there are things that are right and things that are wrong, and the truth of the matter lies in balancing the two. As always, this what most people struggle with. Here are some signs and symptoms and tricks and tips for weaving this particular minefield in-game.
Beyond Basics is a series of posts that delve into different aspects of roleplay beyond the basics of character creation within an MMO setting. For our purposes, this setting is World of Warcraft but it can be useful in others too. This series will look at things like plots, storylines, and conversations. As well as the world and community around you as a player in an MMO. Explaining how you can best make use of that; and how it might differ from roleplay on tabletop games for example. You can find the rest of the series here: Beyond Basics Series Index