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Wow, that's quite the lengthy article isn't it? I'll have to get back to you later :p

Phew! Having read it it's pretty decent article. It seems like a lecture on game theory and things to consider if you're designing a game.

I can see how it applies to LSN, specifically the part about FPSes and weapon damage. The randomness of the weapons in a game of LSN can make or break a game for you, but it does add a level of enjoyment when things go your way, or disappointment over a faulty grenade. But again as argued it does make it more of a simulation of real war, sometimes grenades would bounce funny, shots fly wide, bullets bounce off armour, it all adds to the flavour. Overall it makes the game more interesting (for me at least), as the outcome isn't always guaranteed. You still get that rush when your commie runs into another and you manage to one shot him, while you remain alive to fight on.