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Maybe in pub worlds, but in my experience not even then. People are less likely to talk to you if you're a literal potted plant in the corner of the room they mistake as scenery, but even then some people will talk to you. Getting to know people and make friends takes time, and if you're in pub worlds you might not see the same people enough to get to know anyone. If you're talking about /vrg/, then no, avatars are just a talking point and a way to feel included in group events, but nobody really cares if your avatar isn't the latest thing. Tons of 'popular' people have used the same tired avatar for years with only minor changes. Again, making friends takes time. [spoiler]Unless you're talking about lewders. In that case, yes, they only care about your avatar, fbt and/or voice.[/spoiler]