I like all of them but 8 is definitely my favorite.

I always played the card game and turned the cards into whatever it was I needed.

So far in the show they have made no mention of him even being a gym leader.

I see your point, but I remember much more about Kingdom's of Amalur than I do about Skyrim. Specifically the stuff that happens in the House of Ballads quest line cause it was my favorite.

I understand where your coming from, however for me personally what draws me to video games is a sense of progression. It is part of the reason I tend to avoid open world style games where you can pretty much do whatever.

So, I read the article and I have to say I disagree. I don't think I'd ever be able to enjoy a video game if I thought about it in that manner.

How can you have fake fun playing a game?

You sir are the greatest troll in this discussion. I award you with one internets. Don't spend it all in one place ;)