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why is "g*y" a black listed word on this game? got a warning when changing horse name

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It's important to note that this game was made in 2007, it's also important to note that this is a children's game. Logically there is no reason why you would use that for a horse name, and it *could* be used to bully or otherwise make fun of someone. Is it a bad word? No, it is not. But it's also not one you need to name your horse.
While it's not exactly an offensive word, we aren't allowed to use language or terms that may have political or provocative implications anywhere on the game as players come from many different countries, religions and backgrounds. Something that may be quite innocuous to one person may set off an argument or worse to another and so Howrse has taken the decision to ban anything that might be controversial. Sometimes it feels a bit restrictive but it does keep the game friendly for the most part.