Images: Real love in virtual worlds
Chris and Alayne
Chris Edwards and Alayne Wartell met in the virtual world "Second Life" and eventually got married in the real world. Here, their avatars share a little romantic time.
Second Life wedding
In preparation for a mass wedding that will take place on Valentine's Day in "Second Life," a female avatar tries out her wedding gown in the cathedral that was specially built for the occasion.
Second Life cathedral
"Second Life" publisher Linden Lab commissioned a cathedral that will host a mass wedding on Valentine's Day. Ten couples are expected to attend.
Bride and groom
A bride and groom try out their formal attire in anticipation of their "Second Life" wedding, which will be held in-game on Valentine's Day.
Brain in jar
Chris Edwards lured his bride with the size of his (virtual) brain, which he kept in a jar somewhere on his "Second Life" property.