What happens when the first European political party opens a headquarters on Second Life? Answer: if it’s the Front National, exploding pigs, that’s what!
“The first night I arrived at the protest … it was ringed on all sides by protesters with signs to wave and statements to distribute,” wrote James Au, whose website, New World Notes, reports on events in Second Life. “By the second night I came … the conflict had become more literal, for many residents had armed themselves. Multi-coloured explosions and constant gunfire shredded the air of Porcupine.” Some activists threw exploding pigs.
Exploding pigs and volleys of gunfire as Le Pen opens HQ in virtual world (Guardian)
Meanwhile, Warren Ellis is still holding out for a temple.