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What is the POG
The expression POG (short for Pack of Green) comes from
Diablo Bardo Safaris. In Diablo one can opt to display an overlay map
showing a semi-transparent rendering of the world that has been explored.
As you explore the world, more of the map is displayed.
In this map the locations of fellow party members are each marked with a green X.
In addition the name of that party member is displayed just below the
associated X. All of this has the effect of creating a rather
noticable pack of green when the party members travel together.
One of the skills that bardo safaris can develop is an enhanced ability
to work as a group -- thus enjoying the synergistic benefit of being
in a group.
When working online in Diablo, it is a simple matter of
pressing the tab key to get a visual read on the POG. While it may not be
as easy to *see* the POG when remoting, many report that it is just as
simple. (If you are not familiar with the distinction between
simple and easy, this might be a good time to acquaint yourself.)
Through working together in bardo safaris over the course of several
years POG has come to mean much more than just a graphic display in
a video game. And being in a POG means more than having your
character in geographic proximity to other party members. There is a
connection and cooperation inherent in a working POG. There is much
more. But that is a good start.
In the picture above, you can see the overlay map with the tight
cluster of green party members. Also visible are the same party members
as they are displayed in the play view.
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