Natty Posted December 5, 2001 Share Posted December 5, 2001 Just some concerns, I love the new forums- I really do, it's just that I'm a lil, well concerned about the forum being now a sub forum kinda thing in a network of them. With these new Super Mods who can mod on any forum, I guess I'm a lil worried that those who don't know this particular forum very well might try and, well, you know (I can't think how to explain it without sounding rude or anything) take over the forum or something? Take over the forum isn't what I meant, it's just that I feel so lost in this biiiiiiiiig huge network. I'm just worried about incidents with like what happened with Metallus (not picking on you or anything- just trying to explain what I mean) closing down benjoyce's topic. I just kinda feel that all these supermods are gonna come in and close or ban people willy nilly coz they have the power to, even though they've never been to the forum or whatever, but now feel like they have a responsability to coz they're a supermod I know I'm probably sounding paronoid, but can we phuleeeeeeze have some reassureance? I'm scared (ok slight exagerattion) I just don't want the forums to be overrun with snooty supermods who I don't know coming in and closing down topics coz they can without really knowing our humor and everything Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HelenW Posted December 5, 2001 Share Posted December 5, 2001 I know what you mean Natty. It does seem weird being part of a network. Presumably the mods (as in EMI mods) were chosen cos they knew the forums and the forum users well. They know what people will accept and what is innappropriate/unacceptable and act accordingly. It does seem worrying that supermods who don't even know us can come here and make changes. Also, although we are now supposed to be part of the larger lucasarts community, I am concerned that the feeling of a community within THIS forum will be lost amongst the bigger network community. I think this is what you was saying too Natty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natty Posted December 5, 2001 Author Share Posted December 5, 2001 Yeah, that's what I meant I just couldn't think how to word it properly without seeming rude or anything (and also it's 8:50 in the morning here- a lil thing called a puppy woke me up at 7am, my brain is still in bed) It's just the impression I seem to be getting from various posts about the new forum, I guess I also feel like if we have all these mods who are mods for all forums- what's the point in me, NiKo, Frenchy, Fender, Guybrush, Grannen and Brief being mods? I don't mean it the way it sounds- but the supermods, can come in and close topics and all that, just like we do- I kinda feel like, well if they're gonna do our job, then why are we mods? I just need reassureance and hopefully someone can explain it to us? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murta Posted December 5, 2001 Share Posted December 5, 2001 I wouldn't feel that way. The super mods I know of are only there because they work on more that one site. I know I won't be going into the other forums much and I doubt I'll be modding them. If they mod in here then that's their choice, but if they do the job wrong they'll probably be demoted. Your job's are no less important because of the super mods Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al-back from the BigWhoop Posted December 5, 2001 Share Posted December 5, 2001 i have to agree w natty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murta Posted December 5, 2001 Share Posted December 5, 2001 I'm getting a bit bored with everyone moaning about the new forums. I'm not having a go at anyone, I'm just tired of explaing stuff. To put it bluntly: You have nothing to worry about You guys have been moaning about when the new forums will come and when they do you still aren't happy BTW Al - fix your sig please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rufio Posted December 5, 2001 Share Posted December 5, 2001 thats the way it goes though murta. they whine about getting a new forum for months and they will whine about the new forum now that its here as well. you cant please this group Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natty Posted December 5, 2001 Author Share Posted December 5, 2001 I didn't mean to come across as moaning- I just didn't understand the whole concept properly, which is why it was concerning me, which is why I posted my concerns. I could have let it build up and turn it into resentment or hatered or whatever. But it's fine now, I understand the whole process behind the supermod thingie and it's fine. Besides- if you read the very first line of the origional post, tell me what you see Why, I believe I'm saying I love the new forums, it's just that the whole supermod concept was concerning me. Next time don't jump on board saying I was complaining coz I wasn't complaining I was just concerned and didn't understand the concept of it. Now that I do I'm happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murta Posted December 5, 2001 Share Posted December 5, 2001 Originally posted by Natty I didn't mean to come across as moaning- I just didn't understand the whole concept properly, which is why it was concerning me, which is why I posted my concerns. I could have let it build up and turn it into resentment or hatered or whatever. But it's fine now, I understand the whole process behind the supermod thingie and it's fine. Besides- if you read the very first line of the origional post, tell me what you see Why, I believe I'm saying I love the new forums, it's just that the whole supermod concept was concerning me. Next time don't jump on board saying I was complaining coz I wasn't complaining I was just concerned and didn't understand the concept of it. Now that I do I'm happy It wasn't targeted at you, sort of everyone who's moaning now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natty Posted December 5, 2001 Author Share Posted December 5, 2001 It's ok Murta, like I said I basically just wanted to be clear on these supermods and everything, and it's cool, I understand, well I do now that it's been explained Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mymipage Posted December 5, 2001 Share Posted December 5, 2001 I love the new forums, much better than the old ones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aristotle Posted December 6, 2001 Share Posted December 6, 2001 There's no need for worry. If any super-mod abuses the powers vested therein... then people can simply let us know about it, and we'll handle the situation. We want this forum community to be stronger, allow for more options and yet keep its unique feel. That's what we're striving for, and no one will now march in and over monitor you in any manner... We have mods we know and trust, and with a community this large, it's helpful to have them. Enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rufio Posted December 6, 2001 Share Posted December 6, 2001 takes all the fun away from my end though im fine with it tho as long as its justified and not gratuitous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metallus Posted December 6, 2001 Share Posted December 6, 2001 Hey, I just wanted the people here to know that I totally understand. If you want me to back off from modding this place I will. I was paying more attention to this place because for now they're the only adventure boards on LF.com. I understand that some may feel uncomfortable with "outsiders" such as myself and other supermods imposing their will on this or other forums. But I think that everything will be fine, because most will stay localized to the forums they're used to, for the most part. The GF Network forums and Sam and Max boards will arrive soon, so I'll be concentrating my moderating there for the most part once they're here. Say the word and I'll return to my normal posting self around here. I know yesterday I got a few people bristled at me for locking a topic. I've since unlocked it, if that helps. What happened between benjoyce and I was probably an accident waiting to happen, since I knew him from the MI Legend boards, and was not happy that he was continuing to use his same posting habits at escapemi, so I took the initiative before you guys had to go through the whole thing over again. I've been talking a whole lot with the supermods from the SW boards, and they seem just as concerned as Natty about other mods using their own policies on the forums. That tells me that if that ever happens, whoever is responsible for modding outside one's familiar forums will be scrutinized, unless its an emergency, or unless a spammer starts hopping forums. Anyway, these concerns probably weren't directed at me specifically, but I know that it involves me because of my status on LF.com. I like this place and I don't want people to feel ill at ease here. Let me know what I can do . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rufio Posted December 6, 2001 Share Posted December 6, 2001 its alright metallus, at the time i was not able to use my privaledges so i can see how you were justified in using your previous knowledge of a poster to basicaly stop anything before it started. but we should be good now, as long as the LF keep working correctly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metallus Posted December 6, 2001 Share Posted December 6, 2001 Ok, cool. As of now I'll report to the mods here, rather than modding myself, unless there's an extreme case, of which I cant' think of any. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rufio Posted December 6, 2001 Share Posted December 6, 2001 nice, and we invite you to come as often as you please, as that would be more appreciated than seldomly seeing ya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metallus Posted December 6, 2001 Share Posted December 6, 2001 I'm gonna concentrate my modding on other forums, but I'll still come here all the time . I'll actually come more often now that it's so much faster and more easily accessible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rufio Posted December 6, 2001 Share Posted December 6, 2001 this is becoming like an instant messenger log, heh, looks like im not the only insomniac here yeah i DO like the new speediness of the forum, its much more reliable as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natty Posted December 7, 2001 Author Share Posted December 7, 2001 OK good- we're sorted out now Metallus, I hope you didn't think I was picking on you singally, I guess what happened with benjoyce kinda made me realize that basically anyone can waltz in if they're a supermod and just do whatever they want basically-I didn't mind it being you though, coz yeah, at least you've been around for awhile so it didn't worry me I'm just glad it's all sorted out now and we don't have anything to worry about- the supermods will be helpful if a normal mod isn't around And I do apologize if I sounded like I was complaining or something, wasn't my intention, was honestly curious and everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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