How not to get banned.

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Sansha

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tl;dr: treat an online discussion exactly how you would treat a face-to-face discussion, with basic courtesy and common sense.
 

viking97

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I wasn't aware the escapist had any problem with adblockers.

NOT THAT THIS AFFECTS ME IN ANYWAY, NOPE I WATCH EVERY SINGLE AD IN FACT I WOULDN'T EVEN KNOW HOW TO INSTALL SUCH A THING *sigh of relief*
 

cyxceven

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I am always afraid to post, and as a result never truly say what I mean.
It's so oppressive I'd rather not post at all, ever.
Oops.
 

lapan

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Evil Smurf said:
18. Don't Post in threads if the last post was a month ago, unless you want to reply to a post.
That seems to be mostly the case in "User Reviews". My only warning comes from me posting there without knowing about that rule and posting in a thread older than 1 month

I have seen plenty of people posting in way older threads in news and in game discussions without getting warnings and that let me to misbelieve it would be the same in User Reviews without confirming it.
 

Evil Smurf

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cyxceven said:
I am always afraid to post, and as a result never truly say what I mean.
It's so oppressive I'd rather not post at all, ever.
Oops.
You can say what you mean, just don't be rude about it.

lapan said:
Evil Smurf said:
18. Don't Post in threads if the last post was a month ago, unless you want to reply to a post.
That seems to be mostly the case in "User Reviews". My only warning comes from me posting there without knowing about that rule and posting in a thread older than 1 month

I have seen plenty of people posting in way older threads in news and in game discussions without getting warnings and that let me to misbelieve it would be the same in User Reviews without confirming it.
okay, I fixed it.
 

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I once got a warning because another guy trolled me. He got a warning, too, but he even messaged me, apologized that I also got a warning, and said that it was stupid.

If you want to be extra careful: don't post.
 

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The fact that this thread exists is the reason why I have no desire to begin posting here again. The Escapist is still a good source for gaming news, but these forums have become a completely sanitized experience full of political correctness, pussy-footing, and the elimination of honesty.

Posters should not live in fear of moderaters. They should be free to express themselves without worrying about crossing an arbitrary line in the sand about what constitutes trolling or "being an arsehole." FUCK that.
 

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NameIsRobertPaulson said:
I make this clear, Mods. If Caramel Frappe, Daystar, or Fappy are banned, ban me with them. Don't wait for my next post. Ban me the same minute please.
To be fair that's somewhat I like saying if Gary Johnson wins the 2012 Presidential Election please ban me, none of those three individuals are the sort who would break the rules enough to get banned.
 

Yureina

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Being a huggly person who doesn't get angry with people very often goes a long way, as strange as that might seem. I've never really understood rage on the internet. If you can keep that contained, then there's a pretty good shot that you won't ever get reported or put in any sort of trouble with mods.

Just a few words from a silly person. :)
 

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Yureina said:
Being a huggly person who doesn't get angry with people very often goes a long way, as strange as that might seem. I've never really understood rage on the internet. If you can keep that contained, then there's a pretty good shot that you won't ever get reported or put in any sort of trouble with mods.

Just a few words from a silly person. :)
A silly person we don't see enough of these days! ;P
 

Vault101

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TopazFusion said:
NameIsRobertPaulson said:
Another distinguished member of the R&P section voluntarily offed themselves.
Lilani? Yeah that came as quite a shock...
I just checked...she still seems alive and kicking

otherwise that would really suck because I liked her and we'd lose somone to argue for feminism (after that crazy dame boudica went walkabout for good)
 

Vault101

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TopazFusion said:
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOoooooooo!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYsKDaQIX54

she was a good poster :(

its sad to see people go....what will become of us all?
 

Evil Smurf

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Vault101 said:
TopazFusion said:
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOoooooooo!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYsKDaQIX54

she was a good poster :(

its sad to see people go....what will become of us all?
I plan on sticking around. Don't you get banned now Vault, I like you!
 

Evil Smurf

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Yureina said:
Being a huggly person who doesn't get angry with people very often goes a long way, as strange as that might seem. I've never really understood rage on the internet. If you can keep that contained, then there's a pretty good shot that you won't ever get reported or put in any sort of trouble with mods.

Just a few words from a silly person. :)
yeah same with me. I never get angry.
 

excalipoor

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I'm genuinely curious: why is it that people request bans for themselves? To make a statement?
 

Filiecs

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Thank you OP.
Those rules also seem to match up with my personal list titled: "How I Should Act on the Internet"
 

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NameIsRobertPaulson said:
TopazFusion said:
NameIsRobertPaulson said:
Another distinguished member of the R&P section voluntarily offed themselves.
Lilani? Yeah that came as quite a shock...
It seems only a matter of time in the r&p section. Sad, but true.
But...If she's gone, who's going to protect us from Danyal?
 

excalipoor

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TopazFusion said:
excalipoor said:
I'm genuinely curious: why is it that people request bans? To make a statement?
I think it serves a more practical purpose.

It lets people know that you've left the site, and can't respond to quotes or PMs.
[small]In other words, there's no point in quoting a 'faded out' BANNED post, as that person will never respond.[/small]
Oh. Yeah, I guess that makes sense.
 

olza

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Alternatively, don't have opinions or participate in threads other than those you are enjoying immensely.
Works for me.
But these look like a good rule set for anyone wanting to avoid a ban, though surely any sensible, careful person would already have thought of all this?