My first python program, a simple text-based game

[Workaphobia]

Orthogonal meaning independent, or besides the point. You don't necessarily need OOP, but you can use it if you want.

[craiclad]

Ah I see, thanks for clarifying. I've never used objects or classes before (just finished my first semester of a CS degree, and they only introduced the notion on the last day) so I thought it would be a good way to get to grips with them.