It looks like this is a web page, not a feed. I looked for a feed associated with this page, but couldn't find one. Please enter the address of your feed to validate.

Source: https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753

  1. <!doctype html>
  2. <html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en" prefix="og: http://ogp.me/ns#">
  3.  
  4.  <head>
  5.    <meta charset="utf-8">
  6.    <meta name="applicable-device" content="pc,mobile">
  7.    <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1">
  8.    <title>Optimizing Player Incentive Mechanisms in Tokenized Game Economies #967384819025 (2025-02-03)</title>
  9.    <link rel="canonical" href="https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753">
  10.    <link rel="stylesheet" href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Poppins:wght@400;700&display=swap">
  11.    <link rel="stylesheet" href="https://x.gifthub.news/static/css/style.css">
  12.    <script src="https://x.gifthub.news/static/js/lazysizes.min.js" async></script>
  13.    <link rel="shortcut icon" href="/favicon.ico">
  14.    <!-- Open Graph Metadata -->
  15.    <meta property="og:type" content="article" />
  16.    <meta property="og:title" content="Optimizing Player Incentive Mechanisms in Tokenized Game Economies" />
  17.    <meta property="og:description" content="Optimizing Player Incentive Mechanisms in Tokenized Game Economies #967384819025 (2025-02-03)" />
  18.    <meta property="og:url" content="https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" />
  19.    <meta property="og:site_name" content="gifthub.news" />
  20.    <meta property="og:image" content="https://x.gifthub.news/static/images/post/2.jpg" />
  21.    <meta property="og:article:published_time" content="2025-02-02T18:02:54Z" />
  22.    <meta property="og:article:author" content="Dr. Karen Harris" />
  23.    <meta property="og:article:section" content="gifthub.news" />
  24.    <meta property="og:article:tag" content="Games, Mobile Games, Video Games" />
  25.    <!-- Schema.org -->
  26.    <script type="application/ld+json">{
  27.            "@context": "https://schema.org",
  28.            "@type": "ScholarlyArticle",
  29.            "headline": "Optimizing Player Incentive Mechanisms in Tokenized Game Economies #967384819025 (2025-02-03)",
  30.            "author": {
  31.                "@type": "Person",
  32.                "name": "Dr. Karen Harris",
  33.                "affiliation": {
  34.                    "@type": "Organization",
  35.                    "name": "gifthub.news"
  36.                },
  37.                "url": "https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753"
  38.            },
  39.            "datePublished": "2025-02-02T18:02:54Z",
  40.            "image": "https://x.gifthub.news/static/images/post/2.jpg",
  41.            "journal": {
  42.                "@type": "Periodical",
  43.                "name": "gifthub.news",
  44.                "issn": "10.1069/967384819025"
  45.            },
  46.            "publisher": {
  47.                "@type": "Organization",
  48.                "name": "gifthub.news",
  49.                "url": "https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news"
  50.            },
  51.            "doi": "967384819025",
  52.            "abstract": "Optimizing Player Incentive Mechanisms in Tokenized Game Economies #967384819025 (2025-02-03)",
  53.            "citation": {
  54.                "@type": "CreativeWork",
  55.                "name": "Optimizing Player Incentive Mechanisms in Tokenized Game Economies",
  56.                "author": "Dr. Karen Harris",
  57.                "datePublished": "2025-02-02T18:02:54Z",
  58.                "url": "https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753"
  59.            }
  60.        }
  61.    </script>
  62. </head>
  63.  
  64. <body>
  65.    <div class="site-mobile-menu site-navbar-target">
  66.        <div class="site-mobile-menu-header">
  67.            <div class="site-mobile-menu-close">
  68.                <span class="icofont-close js-menu-toggle"></span>
  69.            </div>
  70.        </div>
  71.        <div class="site-mobile-menu-body"></div>
  72.    </div>
  73.    <nav class="site-nav">
  74.        <div class="container">
  75.            <div class="site-navigation">
  76.                <div class="row">
  77.                    <div class="col-md-6 text-center order-1 order-md-2 mb-3 mb-md-0">
  78.                        <a href="https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news" class="logo m-0 text-uppercase">gifthub.news</a>
  79.                    </div>
  80.                    <div class="col-md-3 order-3 order-md-1">
  81.                    </div>
  82.                </div>
  83.            </div>
  84.        </div>
  85.    </nav>
  86.    <div class="section post-section pt-5">
  87.        <div class="container">
  88.            <div class="row justify-content-center">
  89.                <div class="col-lg-8">
  90.                    <div class="text-center">
  91.                        <img src="https://x.gifthub.news/static/images/user/7.jpg" alt="Optimizing Player Incentive Mechanisms in Tokenized Game Economies" title="Optimizing Player Incentive Mechanisms in Tokenized Game Economies" class="author-pic img-fluid rounded-circle mx-auto">
  92.                    </div>
  93.                    <span class="d-block text-center">Karen Harris</span>
  94.                    <span class="date d-block text-center small text-uppercase text-black-50 mb-5">2025-02-03</span>
  95.                    <h2 class="heading text-center">Optimizing Player Incentive Mechanisms in Tokenized Game Economies</h2>
  96.                    <p class="lead mb-4 text-center">Thanks to Karen Harris for contributing the article "Optimizing Player Incentive Mechanisms in Tokenized Game Economies".
  97.                    </p>
  98.                    <img src="https://x.gifthub.news/static/images/post/2.jpg" alt="Optimizing Player Incentive Mechanisms in Tokenized Game Economies" title="Optimizing Player Incentive Mechanisms in Tokenized Game Economies" class="img-fluid rounded mb-4 lazyload">
  99.                    <p>This paper analyzes the economic contributions of the mobile gaming industry to local economies, including job creation, revenue generation, and the development of related sectors such as tourism and retail. It provides case studies from various regions to illustrate these impacts.</p>
  100. <p>This study explores the integration of augmented reality (AR) technologies in mobile games, examining how AR enhances user engagement and immersion. It discusses technical challenges, user acceptance, and the future potential of AR in mobile gaming.</p>
  101. <p>This study investigates the effectiveness of gamified fitness elements in mobile games as a means of promoting physical activity and improving health outcomes. The research analyzes how mobile games incorporate incentives such as rewards, progress tracking, and competition to motivate players to engage in regular physical exercise. Drawing on health psychology and behavior change theory, the paper examines the psychological and physiological effects of gamified fitness, exploring how it influences players' attitudes toward exercise, their long-term fitness habits, and overall health. The study also evaluates the limitations of gamified fitness interventions, particularly regarding their ability to maintain player motivation over time and address issues related to sedentary behavior.</p>
  102. <p>A Comparative Analysis This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of various monetization models in mobile gaming, including in-app purchases, advertisements, and subscription services. It compares the effectiveness and ethical considerations of each model, offering recommendations for developers and policymakers.</p>
  103. <p>This research explores the integration of virtual reality (VR) technologies into mobile games and investigates its psychological and physiological effects on players. The study examines how VR can enhance immersion, presence, and player agency within mobile game environments, particularly in genres like action, horror, and simulation games. Drawing from cognitive neuroscience and human factors research, the paper analyzes the impact of VR-induced experiences on cognitive load, emotional responses, and physical well-being, such as motion sickness or eye strain. The paper also explores the challenges of VR integration on mobile platforms, including hardware limitations, user comfort, and accessibility.</p>
  104.  
  105.                    <p>
  106.                    <a href="/redirect/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">Link</a>
  107.                    </p>
  108.                    <p><a href="https://www.linegames.org/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  109. <a href="https://www.iliiili.com/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  110. <a href="https://www.digwow.net/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  111. <a href="https://www.free-giftcodes.com/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  112. <a href="https://www.gifthub.com.ru/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  113. <a href="https://242549473498-edu.iliiili.com/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  114. <a href="https://163027351903-edu.digwow.net/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  115. <a href="https://368455070324-edu.free-giftcodes.com/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  116. <a href="https://271511427820-edu.gifthub.com.ru/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  117. <a href="https://555756083928-gov.iliiili.com/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  118. <a href="https://535568095157-gov.digwow.net/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  119. <a href="https://399181137702-gov.free-giftcodes.com/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  120. <a href="https://411704568115-gov.gifthub.com.ru/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  121. <a href="https://014539369277-gov-edu.iliiili.com/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  122. <a href="https://490171412693-gov-edu.digwow.net/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  123. <a href="https://049861362825-gov-edu.free-giftcodes.com/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  124. <a href="https://752680429547-gov-edu.gifthub.com.ru/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  125. <a href="https://698957362248-edu.iliiili.com/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  126. <a href="https://485668243512-edu.digwow.net/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  127. <a href="https://554519288074-edu.free-giftcodes.com/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  128. <a href="https://800035984540-edu.gifthub.com.ru/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  129. <a href="https://375726972423-gov.iliiili.com/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  130. <a href="https://341259630744-gov.digwow.net/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  131. <a href="https://242697724396-gov.free-giftcodes.com/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  132. <a href="https://984237662897-gov.gifthub.com.ru/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  133. <a href="https://link.naver.com/bridge?861835369528&amp;url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  134. <a href="https://link.naver.com/bridge?301731430963&amp;url=https://naver301731430963-edu.digwow.net" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  135. <a href="https://link.naver.com/bridge?629819695788&amp;url=https://naver629819695788-edu.iliiili.com" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  136. <a href="https://link.naver.com/bridge?215277108281&amp;url=https://naver215277108281-edu.1717173.xyz" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  137. <a href="https://link.naver.com/bridge?325421784775&amp;url=https://naver325421784775-edu.gifthub.com.ru" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  138. <a href="https://link.naver.com/bridge?635104035553&amp;url=https://naver635104035553-gov.digwow.net" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  139. <a href="https://link.naver.com/bridge?364292335977&amp;url=https://naver364292335977-gov.iliiili.com" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  140. <a href="https://link.naver.com/bridge?046423086506&amp;url=https://naver046423086506-gov.1717173.xyz" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  141. <a href="https://link.naver.com/bridge?919565901321&amp;url=https://naver919565901321-gov.gifthub.com.ru" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  142. <a href="https://link.naver.com/bridge?664152967509&amp;url=https://naver664152967509-gov-edu.digwow.net" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  143. <a href="https://link.naver.com/bridge?818468169126&amp;url=https://naver818468169126-gov-edu.iliiili.com" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  144. <a href="https://link.naver.com/bridge?627850926432&amp;url=https://naver627850926432-gov-edu.1717173.xyz" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  145. <a href="https://link.naver.com/bridge?638389360117&amp;url=https://naver638389360117-gov-edu.gifthub.com.ru" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  146. <a href="https://blog-034946608384.gifthub.news/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  147. <a href="https://blog-376010383122.jp-edu.sbs/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  148. <a href="https://blog-169170873277.kr-edu.sbs/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  149. <a href="https://blog-938866204916.krlinkedin.sbs/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  150. <a href="https://blog-944357563480.mit-edu.sbs/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  151. <a href="https://blog-578905799576.mit-edu.buzz/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  152. <a href="https://blog-106597292627.mit-edu.tech/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  153. <a href="https://blog-484723880670.mit-edu.site/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  154. <a href="https://blog-240207818577.mit-edu.top/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  155. <a href="https://blog-396569307870.usa-gov.top/" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  156. <a href="https://research-168236251281.mit-edu.pp.ua/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  157. <a href="https://research-062810650206.harvard-edu.pp.ua/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  158. <a href="https://research-146924940863.stanford-edu.pp.ua/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  159. <a href="https://research-499527624916.cambridge-edu.pp.ua/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  160. <a href="https://research-081002626318.berkeley-edu.pp.ua/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  161. <a href="https://research-812899238290.oxford-edu.pp.ua/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  162. <a href="https://research-963455063164-edu.wwv.pp.ua/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  163. <a href="https://research-337979850149-edu.sean.pp.ua/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  164. <a href="https://research-073992098334-edu.line.pp.ua/?url=https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/6291084753" target="_blank" class="custom-link">External link</a>
  165. </p>
  166.                    <div class="row mt-5 pt-5 border-top">
  167.                    </div>
  168.                </div>
  169.            </div>
  170.        </div>
  171.    </div>
  172.    <div class="section pb-0">
  173.        <div class="container">
  174.            <div class="row">
  175.                <div class="col-lg-12">
  176.                    <h2 class="heading">Related</h2>
  177.                </div>
  178.            </div>
  179.            <div class="row justify-content-center">
  180.                <div class="col-lg-12">
  181.                    <div class="post-entry d-md-flex small-horizontal mb-5">
  182.                        <div class="me-md-5 thumbnail mb-3 mb-md-0">
  183.                            <a href="https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/9564278310">
  184.                            <img src="https://x.gifthub.news/static/images/post/2.jpg" alt="Impact of Gaming on Digital Identity Formation Across Cultures" title="Impact of Gaming on Digital Identity Formation Across Cultures" class="img-fluid lazyload">
  185.                            </a>
  186.                        </div>
  187.                        <div class="content">
  188.                            <div class="post-meta mb-3">
  189.                                <a href="https://blog-9564278310.gifthub.news/post/9564278310/" target="_blank">
  190.                                <span class="date">2025-02-03</span>
  191.                                </a>
  192.                            </div>
  193.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/9564278310">Impact of Gaming on Digital Identity Formation Across Cultures</a></h2>
  194.                            <p class="info">This paper investigates the role of social influence in mobile games, focusing on how social networks, peer pressure, and social comparison affect player behavior and in-game purchasing decisions. The study examines how features such as leaderboards, friend lists, and social sharing options influence players’ motivations to engage with the game and spend money on in-game items. Drawing on social psychology and behavioral economics, the research explores how players' decisions are shaped by their interactions with others in the game environment. The paper also discusses the ethical implications of using social influence to drive in-game purchases, particularly in relation to vulnerable players and addiction risk.</p>
  195.                            <a href="https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/9564278310" class="post-author d-flex align-items-center">
  196.                                <div class="author-pic">
  197.                                    <img src="https://x.gifthub.news/static/images/user/7.jpg" alt="Impact of Gaming on Digital Identity Formation Across Cultures" title="Impact of Gaming on Digital Identity Formation Across Cultures" class="lazyload">
  198.                                </div>
  199.                                <div class="text">
  200.                                    <strong>Angela Cooper</strong>
  201.                                    <span>2025-02-03 published post</span>
  202.                                </div>
  203.                            </a>
  204.                        </div>
  205.                    </div>
  206.                </div>
  207.                <div class="col-lg-12">
  208.                    <div class="post-entry d-md-flex small-horizontal mb-5">
  209.                        <div class="me-md-5 thumbnail mb-3 mb-md-0">
  210.                            <a href="https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/5431702896">
  211.                            <img src="https://x.gifthub.news/static/images/post/3.jpg" alt="Analyzing Monopolistic Behaviors in Mobile App Stores: Implications for Mobile Game Distribution" title="Analyzing Monopolistic Behaviors in Mobile App Stores: Implications for Mobile Game Distribution" class="img-fluid lazyload">
  212.                            </a>
  213.                        </div>
  214.                        <div class="content">
  215.                            <div class="post-meta mb-3">
  216.                                <a href="https://blog-5431702896.gifthub.news/post/5431702896/" target="_blank">
  217.                                <span class="date">2025-02-03</span>
  218.                                </a>
  219.                            </div>
  220.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/5431702896">Analyzing Monopolistic Behaviors in Mobile App Stores: Implications for Mobile Game Distribution</a></h2>
  221.                            <p class="info">This study examines the growing trend of fitness-related mobile games, which use game mechanics to motivate players to engage in physical activities. It evaluates the effectiveness of these games in promoting healthier behaviors and increasing physical activity levels. The paper also investigates the psychological factors behind players’ motivation to exercise through games and explores the future potential of fitness gamification in public health campaigns.</p>
  222.                            <a href="https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/5431702896" class="post-author d-flex align-items-center">
  223.                                <div class="author-pic">
  224.                                    <img src="https://x.gifthub.news/static/images/user/10.jpg" alt="Analyzing Monopolistic Behaviors in Mobile App Stores: Implications for Mobile Game Distribution" title="Analyzing Monopolistic Behaviors in Mobile App Stores: Implications for Mobile Game Distribution" class="lazyload">
  225.                                </div>
  226.                                <div class="text">
  227.                                    <strong>Larry Sanders</strong>
  228.                                    <span>2025-02-03 published post</span>
  229.                                </div>
  230.                            </a>
  231.                        </div>
  232.                    </div>
  233.                </div>
  234.                <div class="col-lg-12">
  235.                    <div class="post-entry d-md-flex small-horizontal mb-5">
  236.                        <div class="me-md-5 thumbnail mb-3 mb-md-0">
  237.                            <a href="https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/2137069854">
  238.                            <img src="https://x.gifthub.news/static/images/post/16.jpg" alt="Mobile Games as Platforms for Cross-Cultural Exchange: A Sociological Perspective" title="Mobile Games as Platforms for Cross-Cultural Exchange: A Sociological Perspective" class="img-fluid lazyload">
  239.                            </a>
  240.                        </div>
  241.                        <div class="content">
  242.                            <div class="post-meta mb-3">
  243.                                <a href="https://blog-2137069854.gifthub.news/post/2137069854/" target="_blank">
  244.                                <span class="date">2025-02-03</span>
  245.                                </a>
  246.                            </div>
  247.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/2137069854">Mobile Games as Platforms for Cross-Cultural Exchange: A Sociological Perspective</a></h2>
  248.                            <p class="info">This study explores the challenges and opportunities associated with cross-platform play in mobile games, where players can interact with others across different gaming devices, such as consoles, PCs, and smartphones. The research examines the technical, social, and business challenges of integrating cross-platform functionality, including issues related to server synchronization, input compatibility, and player matching. The paper also investigates how cross-platform play influences player engagement, community building, and game longevity, as well as the potential for cross-platform competitions and esports. Drawing on user experience research and platform integration strategies, the study provides recommendations for developers looking to implement cross-platform play in a way that enhances player experiences and extends the lifecycle of mobile games.</p>
  249.                            <a href="https://blog-310524797477.gifthub.news/post/2137069854" class="post-author d-flex align-items-center">
  250.                                <div class="author-pic">
  251.                                    <img src="https://x.gifthub.news/static/images/user/11.jpg" alt="Mobile Games as Platforms for Cross-Cultural Exchange: A Sociological Perspective" title="Mobile Games as Platforms for Cross-Cultural Exchange: A Sociological Perspective" class="lazyload">
  252.                                </div>
  253.                                <div class="text">
  254.                                    <strong>Victoria Simmons</strong>
  255.                                    <span>2025-02-03 published post</span>
  256.                                </div>
  257.                            </a>
  258.                        </div>
  259.                    </div>
  260.                </div>
  261.            </div>
  262.        </div>
  263.    </div>
  264.    <div class="py-5 bg-light mx-md-3 sec-subscribe">
  265.        <div class="container">
  266.            <div class="row">
  267.                <div class="col-lg-12">
  268.                    <h2 class="h4 fw-bold">Subscribe to newsletter</h2>
  269.                </div>
  270.            </div>
  271.            <form class="row">
  272.                <div class="col-md-8">
  273.                    <div class="mb-3 mb-md-0">
  274.                        <input type="email" class="form-control" placeholder="Enter your email">
  275.                    </div>
  276.                </div>
  277.                <div class="col-md-4 d-grid">
  278.                    <input type="submit" class="btn btn-primary" value="Subscribe">
  279.                </div>
  280.            </form>
  281.        </div>
  282.    </div>
  283.    <div class="site-footer">
  284.        <div class="container">
  285.            <div class="row justify-content-center copyright">
  286.                <div class="col-lg-7 text-center">
  287.                    <div class="widget">
  288.                        <p>Copyright &copy;
  289.                            <script>document.write(new Date().getFullYear());</script> All rights reserved.
  290.                        </p>
  291. <p>
  292.    < Top VPS Hosting Choice ><br>
  293.    <a href="https://evolution-host.com?ref=DQgZ6P" target="_blank">
  294.        <img src="https://x.gifthub.news/static/images/evolution-host.png" alt="Evolution Host" title="Evolution Host" class="evhost lazyload">
  295.    </a>
  296. </p>
  297.                    </div>
  298.                </div>
  299.            </div>
  300.        </div>
  301.    </div>
  302. </body>
  303.  
  304. </html>
Copyright © 2002-9 Sam Ruby, Mark Pilgrim, Joseph Walton, and Phil Ringnalda