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RULE BREAK Q&A [Moved]
- Thread starter biskwest
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Not a rule inquiry, but I really like being able to be open with the other mods here. Prof Gallows, Justin, Thunder, AndyB, and Jas0n actually know a lot about me outside of TBT. Some of the mods have actually gone out of their way to help me in a really bad situation, and it's really, really nice to know that if I ever got into some serious trouble IRL they'd be right there for me. I trust all of them with more than you'd believe.
Sockhead and I have had a load of disagreements, but the same goes for him. If he actually needed my help I'd be more than happy to do something if I had the ability to do it.
You're hilarious. All of the mods have different personalities when we're happy with someone than we do when we're dishing out whuppins. I know for a fact when my fuse is lit, I turn into a horrible, awful, mean person.
You're as bad as they are when it comes to derailing.
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Prof Gallows
Retired Staff
Would just like to say likewise, and that I really appreciate you guys too and all the times you've been there for me.<333
[size=-10]sorry for the off topic[/size]
Mewmewmewm
☆Sassy Servant☆
I get the Prof Gallows love, I really do. That question was more meant for the Ask The Staff thread though. This topic is for specifics on rules.
Let's get into some specifics here.
What is post quality and how do I post a quality addition to a thread?
Glad you didn't ask and I'm gonna tell you anyway! A single word, or picture response is lousy post quality! I see a lot of it, and it needs to stop. We can give users infractions, bans (for repeat offenses of course), and warnings for posts that just don't add anything to a conversation. Sure, sometimes it's alright.. very rarely. If you feel like you have added something worthwhile, thoughtful, and generally good to a thread and get a warning over it, you should bring it up to us, but expect to need an explanation handy.
Spam?
Not the fake-meat. Spam is just like what's above, or diving completely off topic. Derailing a thread is considered spam. Starting a fight for the sake of being a jerk is considered spam. Don't do it. If you have something off topic to add to a thread, remember to complete your post with an on-topic thought-provoker or response.
Why is Zr388 yelling at me?
Welcome to ZR's house. I'm back. I'm here to stay this time, and none of you are safe. It's crack-down time.
Let's get into some specifics here.
What is post quality and how do I post a quality addition to a thread?
Glad you didn't ask and I'm gonna tell you anyway! A single word, or picture response is lousy post quality! I see a lot of it, and it needs to stop. We can give users infractions, bans (for repeat offenses of course), and warnings for posts that just don't add anything to a conversation. Sure, sometimes it's alright.. very rarely. If you feel like you have added something worthwhile, thoughtful, and generally good to a thread and get a warning over it, you should bring it up to us, but expect to need an explanation handy.
Spam?
Not the fake-meat. Spam is just like what's above, or diving completely off topic. Derailing a thread is considered spam. Starting a fight for the sake of being a jerk is considered spam. Don't do it. If you have something off topic to add to a thread, remember to complete your post with an on-topic thought-provoker or response.
Why is Zr388 yelling at me?
Welcome to ZR's house. I'm back. I'm here to stay this time, and none of you are safe. It's crack-down time.
I cringe at the mention of that god-awful site.
Erm, uh, "rule question" that has absolutely nothing to do with events on ACC
Can you get banned for discussing things that involve saying if you're homosexual? Cuz' like, ACC bans you, so
(andyesInot3hanswer)
Erm, uh, "rule question" that has absolutely nothing to do with events on ACC
Can you get banned for discussing things that involve saying if you're homosexual? Cuz' like, ACC bans you, so
(andyesInot3hanswer)
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There's a LGBTQA thread on Brewster's Cafe. Are you serious?
Mewmewmewm
☆Sassy Servant☆
YES SIR !
Okay, but in all seriousness i ACTUALLY have a question.
Crazy i know.
But lately I've been hearing a lot of reports of people asking how they can get rid of negative wifi ratings when they feel like they are falsely accused. If you have talked to the wifi rater and they're not going to budge either, what do you do then? Private message a mod, complain somewhere, make a thread over how "THIS IS RIDICULOUS", etc? And how exactly are you supposed to contact the mods? Private message, visitor message? A mod asking thread?
Oh wait.
It's a pretty good question. No need to snip.
The way I look at things, if you're going to stand up and say what you believe in, what you feel, and tell people what you are, then you're a brave person. A lot of people find it hard to get any kind of support when they 'come out' and to this day even with the increased tolerance in society, a good majority of parents and family are still in the era where it's believed that it's a phase. While yes, it could very well be a phase or curiosity, it's your decision in the end, and we here don't ban anyone for wanting to talk about it. You shouldn't have to hide something, especially when getting more information on any topic in the world helps you come to a firm, educated decision on the matter.
If you're gay, kudos! We have a wonderful LGBTQA community that loves to talk. (Seriously). As Mariah said, the thread is in Brewster's if you'd like to join in. Make yourself at home. I'll walk behind you with a rainbow flag.
Hmm, I had to think for a minute on this. How I would handle it is first message the person that you received the rating from. Never be mean to that person, they have you in the palm of their hand at this point. Be ready to give a well thought out private message that calmly asks why you received a bad rating. Now, think about what they say in response. Really, really think about it. Knock yourself down a peg if you have to, you may have done something they didn't like. It is THEIR rating of you after all.
If they give you an excuse or something that you feel can and SHOULD be fought (trolls, etc) then it's acceptable to REPORT THE PM. We can't see them otherwise. Prepare to open a can of worms with this person though. Sic-ing a mod on someone is never pretty, and it usually ends in pain and heartache for both parties.
dreamysnowx
Hello. :}
This was really inspirational to me. The game is so much more fun when you play it the way it is meant to be played.
Hound00med
Come join the dark side..
I know this isn't technically a rule break question, but it got buried in the Ask The Staff and making a new thread seems a bit pointless 
Why did the time in which your posts merge get increased to 30 minutes from 20 minutes?
20 minutes was just about bareable but when you're a cycler and you're trying to get a lot of villagers out in a short amount of time, it's difficult to get any of your posts seen unless you have a friend bump the thread to avoid the post merge.
I know cyclers aren't everyone's friends on this forum because their threads usually end up in a lot of unneeded chatter and spam, but the ones who are actually trying to do their job and not try to be TBT famous are the ones who are feeling the cold shoulder when it comes to changes.
Why did the time in which your posts merge get increased to 30 minutes from 20 minutes?
20 minutes was just about bareable but when you're a cycler and you're trying to get a lot of villagers out in a short amount of time, it's difficult to get any of your posts seen unless you have a friend bump the thread to avoid the post merge.
I know cyclers aren't everyone's friends on this forum because their threads usually end up in a lot of unneeded chatter and spam, but the ones who are actually trying to do their job and not try to be TBT famous are the ones who are feeling the cold shoulder when it comes to changes.
I know this isn't technically a rule break question, but it got buried in the Ask The Staff and making a new thread seems a bit pointless
Why did the time in which your posts merge get increased to 30 minutes from 20 minutes?
20 minutes was just about bareable but when you're a cycler and you're trying to get a lot of villagers out in a short amount of time, it's difficult to get any of your posts seen unless you have a friend bump the thread to avoid the post merge.
I know cyclers aren't everyone's friends on this forum because their threads usually end up in a lot of unneeded chatter and spam, but the ones who are actually trying to do their job and not try to be TBT famous are the ones who are feeling the cold shoulder when it comes to changes.
I second this.
This thread is.... interesting. It started from a duping thread and now it's Zr388's personal and serious Q&A.
I have questions. Is it possible for the staff to change thread titles? Because I have seen mods deleting and editing signatures, so I wonder if moderators can change/edit post titles or thread posts by another user? One small question, why do some people have Green User names like sockhead? Is it a rank for those who are below moderator status? Or is there a different meaning? Last question, were there any past staff members that quit/moderator status taken off of them? I'm quite a curious person.
I have questions. Is it possible for the staff to change thread titles? Because I have seen mods deleting and editing signatures, so I wonder if moderators can change/edit post titles or thread posts by another user? One small question, why do some people have Green User names like sockhead? Is it a rank for those who are below moderator status? Or is there a different meaning? Last question, were there any past staff members that quit/moderator status taken off of them? I'm quite a curious person.
Moderators can change/edit post titles, you just need to report it if you are unable to change it yourself. A green colored username means someone who was once a mod but is now a sage. As to your last question, yes there are a few past staff members who have stepped down from moderator status. They now have green usernames.
Ah, I see. Thanks for making it clear Kaiaa.
So moderators can close a thread and change its title, but can they also hijack a thread?
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