We Can't Keep This Up.

[Zageron]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

If you all truly want the site to be fixed. We would have to remove the Garbage Bin, and put heavy emphasis on new moderation rules. Punishments would not be light either. I've been told that TGB will never be shut down because most of the site would leave. But do we really want the people who only post in TGB to be here? (I'm not saying that it hasn't spilling out, because it is... everywhere.)
This is not a reflection of all of the staff's feelings, only my own.

[yo man im awesome]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

If you all truly want the site to be fixed. We would have to remove the Garbage Bin, and put heavy emphasis on new moderation rules. Punishments would not be light either. I've been told that TGB will never be shut down because most of the site would leave. But do we really want the people who only post in TGB to be here? (I'm not saying that it isn't spilling out, because it is... everywhere.)

I believe that if that is required, then let it be done later. We would need a new influx in members before dropping off the careless junk. Let the Garbage Bin deletion be one of our last steps to bringing FFR back to its glory days.

[DossarLX ODI]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

When you have people making terrible excuses for trolling and being unreasonable, that's when massive pages of bashing can occur. This is especially evident in the threads that targeted me (aperson made a thread in TGB in response to these)

One problem that immediately stands out is trying to look smart. I hate when intimidation is used to try scaring other members. Seriously, that needs to stop. It makes others afraid of speaking up.

To be more reasonable, reason has to be used. Too often, there is bias and last ditch efforts. Being antagonistic really doesn't solve the problem.

[OnixRose]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

heh yea that was taken from a garbage bin thread, where nothing should be taken seriously rofl. And honestly, it brought more laughs than it did arguments.

I understand the humor; I lurked tgb when I used to actually visit the site, and I know most of the well known players. But, even if your message is going in the right place, that quote that you're brandishing has a message contradictory to what your thread is about. Thing is not everyone who reads the quote will get the humor (I'm sure anyone who actually posts will get it, but there are people who are new, etc)

Tbh, I found the forums to be in poor condition far before I really stopped coming on (although I'm here now, I got on to check a pm...). I really enjoyed some of the sub communities that sprang up awhile ago, but, with the random death to the sites and migrations, I gave up on trying to figure out where everyone was at. Also, no offense but, it wouldn't surprise me in the slightest if this thread was just trolling. Not that I'm against trolling either really, it's hilarious sometimes, but it has it's place.

[blindreper1179]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

I agree. I hardly post anymore. I remember when I first joined and a few years after, everyone was having a good time. Everyone knew everybody. I love it when I see old faces, but I know some of them are going to be like. "This has become a shithole, good thing I left." I know I don't post like I said, or hardly even lurk, but I like the old days not just because of the specific people, but because how they acted. Trolling and trash talking have been taking to a whole new level. My generation and the ones below suck. (generallly speaking)

Edit: Just read about the deletion of TGB. That was also here before I was. (Six years ago) That is part of ffr. The leaking of how to act there is what needs to be moderated more strictly. Not deleting it entirely.

[yo man im awesome]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

I understand the humor; I lurked tgb when I used to actually visit the site, and I know most of the well known players. But, even if your message is going in the right place, that quote that you're brandishing has a message contradictory to what your thread is about. Thing is not everyone who reads the quote will get the humor (I'm sure anyone who actually posts will get it, but there are people who are new, etc)

Tbh, I found the forums to be in poor condition far before I really stopped coming on (although I'm here now, I got on to check a pm...). I really enjoyed some of the sub communities that sprang up awhile ago, but, with the random death to the sites and migrations, I gave up on trying to figure out where everyone was at. Also, no offense but, it wouldn't surprise me in the slightest if this thread was just trolling. Not that I'm against trolling either really, it's hilarious sometimes, but it has it's place.

a) if it helps I will take the quote out.

b) this is anything but a troll thread. I'm taking this as seriously as I can.

[DossarLX ODI]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

I am in full support of The Garbage Bin being removed. I think it's encouraging too much of a carefree attitude.

You've all seen the popcorn.gif, "why so serious" attitude, and so on.

Also, if something is being used within reason, then it's fine. Cropping the head of a user and having a guy next to it, for example, is something that is NOT reasonable especially when it remains up for like a month.

[dragonmegaXX]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

I am in full support of The Garbage Bin being removed. I think it's encouraging too much of a carefree attitude.

You've all seen the popcorn.gif, "why so serious" attitude, and so on.

Also, if something is being used within reason, then it's fine. Cropping the head of a user and having a guy next to it, for example, is something that is NOT reasonable especially when it remains up for like a month.

You're a fascist.

Also I dont really get what everyone's so upset about.

Maybe it's because im on like twice a week now

[CammyGoesRawr]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

Pretty much all the recent "discussions" in the Suspicious Scores thread, and how it is a perfect example of how downhill this site has gone.

[DossarLX ODI]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

The Garbage Bin really hasn't contributed helpfully to the site in any way, and I've noticed that it has a lot of nonsensical posts. Also, using someone else's picture without their permission is also against the forum rules.

Also, calling me fascist for that? This is what YMIA is getting at, there are way too many ways to bait trolling and bashing. This thread doesn't need drama. No offense, but that was totally uncalled for

[dragonmegaXX]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

I said fascist for your opinion that a "care-free" attitude versus a stuffy serious one is the reason the site is spiraling.

[Winrar]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

People seem nicer when they post on profiles, when it comes to the forums they turn into

[Hakulyte]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

What kind of system could be interesting to develop that would promote not only positive attitude on forums, but also more relevant posts and less trolling?

Hint: Critical Thinking forum.

[foilman8805]

Wow, this thread, holy shit

Do I even waste my time on a legitimate response, or should I just laugh at all of you and shake my head?

Dossar, you're a ****in cry baby. No one here decided one day to make you the center of attention. You heaped that shit on yourself and you will forever reap the consequences of your behavior, past and present, here and in other relevant communities. TGB has nothing to do with it.

[euphoriakisses]

Re: We Can't Keep This Up.

I don't really care that much to be honest. I post every now and then, hardly ever play the game anymore.
I get what people are saying but do you guys honestly think you can be like "Oh hey guys, let's go back to the way things were." Like, what do you think this is?

And you won't be able to stop trolls from being trolls and people that enjoy saying stupid crap in the forums. You can ban them but they'll keep coming back. The fact of the matter is: people get kicks out of being idiots in the forum.

Not trying to be an ass sore or anything but yeah.. I don't really care. I've got the forum of LIFE to worry about and battle with. Not FFR.

Good luck.

Edit: Inb4 people lose their freaking minds.