I have noticed newer Mod names at the bottom of the forum pages. Older Mod names have dissapeared. Where some Mods simply kicked?
I understand that. I am glad to see Aniewiel's name is still up. She is the yardstick which all other Mods to strive for. I also notice some of the newer Mods have ichy trigger fingers....I also can understand the Zealous Feel of being a Mod...but let some of these threads breath a bit before closing them.
It isn't going to take up that much Server space in the long run.
My understanding of a Moderator...is just that...moderating.
Was there a MOD Revolution?
Old Dood
Loviatar
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Originally Posted by Old Warrior Dood
I have noticed newer Mod names at the bottom of the forum pages. Older Mod names have dissapeared. Where some Mods simply kicked?
simply moved on for RL needs.
as for the itchy finger syndrome modt times it is the feeling that i have to keep as much order as possible not simply showing power.
it is easier to relax a bit as circumstances merit but much harder to tighten.
faction for example.
people were overjoyed at the 5x event but if they had made anything less as a permanent basis the screams.............the screams
simply moved on for RL needs.as for the itchy finger syndrome modt times it is the feeling that i have to keep as much order as possible not simply showing power.
it is easier to relax a bit as circumstances merit but much harder to tighten.
faction for example.
people were overjoyed at the 5x event but if they had made anything less as a permanent basis the screams.............the screams
Savio
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Originally Posted by Old Warrior Dood
I also notice some of the newer Mods have ichy trigger fingers....
Do you say that about every new mod? I've only noticed me and Lasareth really, and we're around 24/7.
The admins decided to do some mod cleanup, so they moved the inactive mods to Site Contributors while recruiting some new mods.
I've only noticed me and Lasareth really, and we're around 24/7. The admins decided to do some mod cleanup, so they moved the inactive mods to Site Contributors while recruiting some new mods.
Old Dood
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Originally Posted by Savio
Do you say that about every new mod? I've only noticed me and Lasareth really, and we're around 24/7.
The admins decided to do some mod cleanup, so they moved the inactive mods to Site Contributors while recruiting some new mods. Actually it wasnt you or Lasareth I was talking about....
You have matured into a fine Moderator.
I've only noticed me and Lasareth really, and we're around 24/7. The admins decided to do some mod cleanup, so they moved the inactive mods to Site Contributors while recruiting some new mods. Actually it wasnt you or Lasareth I was talking about....
You have matured into a fine Moderator.
Loviatar
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Originally Posted by Old Warrior Dood
You have matured into a fine Moderator.
you sweet talker you
Dralspire
/me giggles 
Alias_X
lol...
So how do people get chosen to be moderators? Isn't it a big responsability that the admin is trusting the selected peoples with? I was just wondering what the process is to select moderators.
So how do people get chosen to be moderators? Isn't it a big responsability that the admin is trusting the selected peoples with? I was just wondering what the process is to select moderators.
Loviatar
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Originally Posted by Alias_X
lol...
So how do people get chosen to be moderators? Isn't it a big responsability that the admin is trusting the selected peoples with? I was just wondering what the process is to select moderators. i hear it is very painful unless you have lots of jelly and crumb donuts
So how do people get chosen to be moderators? Isn't it a big responsability that the admin is trusting the selected peoples with? I was just wondering what the process is to select moderators.
i hear it is very painful unless you have lots of jelly and crumb donuts
Lasareth
It's the season for change
Honestly, there's been a few new moderators recruited in such a way that there can be at least one on at all times, in the event of issues that need serious and immediate attention. Yes it does take a while to get used to, but I have confidence that their desire to do right will ultimately refine the board to an overall better state.
Some of the old mods were moved to different usergroups due to school and other circumstances (I wish we knew where Sausaletus went! He disappeared without a trace
), so the newer mods are stepping in to help fill in during those inactive spaces.
We're all still working hard, though. Aniewiel is our role model and the matron of the moderator league
And Aria's the one with the whip behind us moving us along (just kidding! honest)
Honestly, there's been a few new moderators recruited in such a way that there can be at least one on at all times, in the event of issues that need serious and immediate attention. Yes it does take a while to get used to, but I have confidence that their desire to do right will ultimately refine the board to an overall better state.
Some of the old mods were moved to different usergroups due to school and other circumstances (I wish we knew where Sausaletus went! He disappeared without a trace
), so the newer mods are stepping in to help fill in during those inactive spaces.We're all still working hard, though. Aniewiel is our role model and the matron of the moderator league
And Aria's the one with the whip behind us moving us along
(just kidding! honest)
PieXags
I know what Dood's referring to. Some people I've seen around for a while become moderators, other times I'll see people who've registered in a day become an admin. I often times can't find any bit of information about some moderators/new admins at all, it's like..."Who're they? When did they get here?"
I assume that several moderators/admins have been given their titles because they're friends of admins or current moderators...? That's how it looks. I guess they could've also done something "behind the scenes" for the website...? There was one admin a while ago, Barbarian or something like that. Nobody I knew had seen him...or her...or...it ( ), before. It was like...waaaaah?
Beats me, guess I'm not too concerned about it though. So long as none of the moderators/admins send me death threats with hearts and kisses on them, I'll be fine. A good majority of the moderators are my friends!
I get bonus points for that, right?
I often times can't find any bit of information about some moderators/new admins at all, it's like..."Who're they? When did they get here?" I assume that several moderators/admins have been given their titles because they're friends of admins or current moderators...? That's how it looks. I guess they could've also done something "behind the scenes" for the website...? There was one admin a while ago, Barbarian or something like that. Nobody I knew had seen him...or her...or...it (
), before. It was like...waaaaah?Beats me, guess I'm not too concerned about it though. So long as none of the moderators/admins send me death threats with hearts and kisses on them, I'll be fine.
A good majority of the moderators are my friends! I get bonus points for that, right?
Guillaume De Sonoma
There are still people that stick around and eventually become mods like Savio. *Remembers bashing Savio's old avatar in Avatar Rating Thread*
Old Dood
Well I had a post deleted in the PieXags Movie thread.....I have NO CLUE as to WHY!
What really burns my shorts is that the Mod didnt even PM me or anything...
This is my point on new Ichy Trigger Finger Moderators!
What really burns my shorts is that the Mod didnt even PM me or anything...
This is my point on new Ichy Trigger Finger Moderators!
Guillaume De Sonoma
OWD its a conspiricy, but I do like the more triggerhappy mods as long as they don't visit the Off Topic Forum and do their job.
Loviatar
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Originally Posted by Old Warrior Dood
Well I had a post deleted in the PieXags Movie thread.....I have NO CLUE as to WHY!
What really burns my shorts is that the Mod didnt even PM me or anything... i have had posts moved/removed and been pmed or not and the time i got a PM explanation i thanked them and told them any future moving/clearing dont take the efort on something that small you could use for other things more important.
to me it is no big deal.
the post will vanish into the ooze in a bit anyway
What really burns my shorts is that the Mod didnt even PM me or anything...
i have had posts moved/removed and been pmed or not and the time i got a PM explanation i thanked them and told them any future moving/clearing dont take the efort on something that small you could use for other things more important.to me it is no big deal.
the post will vanish into the ooze in a bit anyway
Old Dood
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Originally Posted by Guillaume De Sonoma
OWD its a conspiricy, but I do like the more triggerhappy mods as long as they don't visit the Off Topic Forum and do their job.
Exactly! The Off-Topic. It should be more relaxed... It isn't that big of a deal....I just like to know why I was singled out. I am Old School...PM me! Anyone that knows Pie & I is that we banter all the time. I have always thrown humor toward him...and he toward me. Oh...even when I am not that funny...he appreciates the effort.
Lasareth
We definitely strive to make sure posters are aware of any deleted material. If you guys have a specific concern, feel free to PM us and let us know and we'll address it to the best of our ability.
Hot Dead
Whatever happend to Aria, is Aria still here? Havent seen any post by her lately...
PieXags
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Originally Posted by Old Warrior Dood
Exactly! The Off-Topic. It should be more relaxed... It isn't that big of a deal....I just like to know why I was singled out. I am Old School...PM me! Anyone that knows Pie & I is that we banter all the time. I have always thrown humor toward him...and he toward me. Oh...even when I am not that funny...he appreciates the effort.
Maybe the moderator saw your name and title. If it were I who deleted the post, I would've just figured you were so old and filled with knowledge that you'd know yourself. Since you're so old and all. I mean, you're practically psychic, right? 
Maybe the moderator saw your name and title. If it were I who deleted the post, I would've just figured you were so old and filled with knowledge that you'd know yourself. Since you're so old and all. I mean, you're practically psychic, right?
Lasareth
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Originally Posted by Hot Dead
Whatever happend to Aria, is Aria still here? Havent seen any post by her lately...
She's on a short Thanksgiving vacation. She'll return soon
Old Dood
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Originally Posted by PieXags
Maybe the moderator saw your name and title. If it were I who deleted the post, I would've just figured you were so old and filled with knowledge that you'd know yourself. Since you're so old and all. I mean, you're practically psychic, right?
Well many would say I am filled with something other then knowledge!
Well many would say I am filled with something other then knowledge!
Guillaume De Sonoma
Donuts perhaps
Inde
We do not send out PM's for every post we delete. Just wanted to state that now. Why? Because to send out a PM for every one-liner or for every post that goes off-topic in a thread is really not necessary. I average that 75% of people KNOW why their post gets deleted. Most of my comments for a deleted thread read.... "does not contribute to the discussion".
If anyone finds a post of their's has been deleted and wants an explanation, please PM me or Aria and we can hunt down the reason and let you know. We are more than happy to do this! Please know that we are not singeling anyone out. Sometimes it's disheartening to start reading a really good discussion and then see someone hi-jack the thread with another topic or comments that don't belong. So please, feel free to contact us and we'll let you know why it was done.
Also, we do not promote anyone to a moderator or admin position because they are friends or 'buddies of ours'. It is not a "status symbol" to wear the moderator or admin title next to someone's name. It's a volunteer position that requires work and they get beaten down some days with PM's, moderating duties, etc. when they could be in game or doing something else. It's truly a thankless job most of the time.
We have Site Contributors who get to wear a prestiguous title and should be recognized for their contributions. Every single person on this staff though has earned the right and opportunity to help out this community by being part of this staff.
If anyone finds a post of their's has been deleted and wants an explanation, please PM me or Aria and we can hunt down the reason and let you know. We are more than happy to do this! Please know that we are not singeling anyone out. Sometimes it's disheartening to start reading a really good discussion and then see someone hi-jack the thread with another topic or comments that don't belong. So please, feel free to contact us and we'll let you know why it was done.
Also, we do not promote anyone to a moderator or admin position because they are friends or 'buddies of ours'. It is not a "status symbol" to wear the moderator or admin title next to someone's name. It's a volunteer position that requires work and they get beaten down some days with PM's, moderating duties, etc. when they could be in game or doing something else. It's truly a thankless job most of the time.
We have Site Contributors who get to wear a prestiguous title and should be recognized for their contributions. Every single person on this staff though has earned the right and opportunity to help out this community by being part of this staff.