[quote=Phoenix]
Hey Seuss: Why is it so individualized? Is any one method of conduct better than another? Is the relationship truly up to the GM? Or are you specifying the incident of conflict?Protagonist: So if all players want something but you're not keen on it, then is it changed? If one person bring up a valid complaint, is it ignored? What is "love" in this case? Is there any case in which love might be counter-productive?
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Each GM runs their own roleplay as they see fit. Some get lots of people and do well, others don't. It depends on the personalities involved. So yes, the GM can make the rules, but the player can choose whether they want to play with that GM or not. That's why I feel it's an individual thing -- people have different tolerances.

On the other hand, the advice about ruling with love is essentially the way forward. If you're going to be a tremendous douche, word will get around.