Actually you can start creating the world while the codebase is under development. All you need is a notepad or a text editor, and a lot of determination.
In fact, if you are truly dedicated, I would recommend this. It takes longer to build a world than it takes to develop a codebase to alpha and beta. The major drawback is that there is a complete lack of on-line stimulus and feedback that comes from having even a testing mud up. Building while a codebase is in development is not for the faint-hearted, but it is possible.
Neranz Laverani, Seeker of Knowledge
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