lol at tactically aquire
lol <3
What would really happen, assuming the environment is proper, is this. First thing I would do is rearrange some furniture to have two couches and a table placed in some corner of the main interaction room in a way I could see it whole. Now before Ken accuses me of lying, I would like to mention that I have had done similar things in the past, for instance, switching the tables in classrooms in order to have the one I feel comfortable sitting behind (height, stability, etc.) or even snatching a table from elsewhere and bringing it to the lecture room instead of sitting on a comfy bench with no table because all the regular seats were occupied, etc., etc. Having made myself a cozy place I would ensure to have it for me by bringing some book with me, which I could leave on my couch during the time I would be walking around. A cup of tea/coffee would also very likely be left on the table. The other couch is there for the people who would decide or be invited to chat with me (seems rather similar to pm'ing in the forum, which is my preferred approach).
During the time I was sitting in the couch without a chat buddy on the side, I would stare, observing the environment, analyzing the interactions, formed groups, etc., while still trying to read the book. After having decided that the interaction in some of the groups is pleasing for me (or the group itself is interesting), I would wiggle in and take part (analogy is the public chat). A significant determinant for picking the group or leaving my cozy place would be the inclusion of people with who I was having delightful talks one on one or my general interest.
I would do all I can to defend my territory and pout hard upon the sight of it being occupied had I arrived to the interaction room later (somewhat possible). I think that people would get used to Mee's corner after a while. Oh, I would also bring a blankie and some other things later on.
I had the same thought. Everyone would be in their respective areas, on their computers all the time.
I doubt that. I'm personally more outgoing and have a lot of trouble staying in one spot for a long period of time then I think it comes across here. While logged in on SC, I'm simultaneously working from home, playing with my dog, eating, stretching, cleaning up, etc. A lot probably do the same. I really have trouble imagining someone sitting in front of the computer for several straight hours a day just posting on forums.