MOD The OFFICIAL Comments, Complaints, and Suggestions Thread-(*Currently Discussing: Holiday Season*)

Thanks, Gobi-1! I'll be sure to do that.

 

I have an idea for a spoiler policy that I want to run by everyone. I noticed that there has been some new images floating around the net and it's only a matter of time before people start making art out of them.

Here's the deal - I was thinking that ALL spoiler related art that contains images that were not made offical must be posted as links with an additional spoiler heading. NO hotlinking to these images.

In addition, if someone goes against these rules three times, they will be given a time out. Afterall, I feel that someone shouldn't have to be told three times not to hotlink to spoiler images. This may be a bit harsh, but that's one of the reasons why I'm posting it here.

So, what say you?

 

Thanks for the support, guys. I know how frustrating it can be to click on a spoiler image that wasn't appropiately labeled. I don't want this to happen to other users as well. I know some folks get really upset from clicking on spoilers by accident(myself included - although, I'm not entirely spoiler-free, I know some stuff, but not a lot). When the new welcome thread is completed, this will be added to the list of guidelines and will be put into effect immediately(I'm gonna post this in the current welcome thread until the new one is created so that people know what to expect).

As for the EU question - your image is fine as it is, FalconFan. After a certain time period(I believe it is 1-2 weeks, don't quote me on that, though - I'll have to look it up to be on the safe side), after the book's release, the content of the book is no longer considered a spoiler and can be posted freely on the boards.

 

That's actually a very good idea. I know some people tend to stay away from ALL things Ep3 and adding a header could save them the trouble. I think I may add that to the policy.

Good suggestion, ShrunkenJedi.

 

I know what you mean regarding critiques. I try to be as honest as I can and even then I cringe because of the reaction it might generate. I know the current critique sticky was created after numerous problems with this and it does give some useful tips, but like most of the official threads in here, could use a make-over. Your idea about explaining the difference about critiquing the art and not the artist is a good first step.

Thanks for the link. I'll have to check that site out. I've been looking around for a site that gives tutorials on this subject and that one looks promising.

 

Okay, folks...I have the first draft of the new Welcome Thread completed and ready for you to take a look at. Feedback and suggestions are more than welcome.

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This is a community of artists, and should behave as such. But for those who may have experienced some of the unrest and in other forum . . here are some definitions and rules:

Trolling (with help from Chyren 12/12/99):

?Trolling is many things.
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b) Fishing for flames. Usually takes the form of inane postings, useless pieces of boring information, etc.
c) Cascades: Endless meaningless threads the posters repeat the same phrase
over and over, or such like.
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Here are a few more items to consider (thanks to DarthBreezy and Otis_Frampton):

ARTISTS:

1) When posting artwork, use one thread for all of your work to avoid clogging the forum with redundant threads.

2) When you post an update, edit the thread title in the original post so that the changes are reflected, even if it just reads Thread Updated (posting date).

3) Use Markup Codes to create links to the images you are sharing. I cannot stress this enough. We Netizens are a lazy lot, and if we have to copy and paste a URL

 

Good suggestion, Otis. I agree completely. I'll be adding that to the final draft.

 

Okay, folks I have another proposal to throw out there.

I couldn't help but notice all the request threads that have been popping up recently. Now, this isn't a bad thing, afterall we welcome requests, but it's soon going to come to the point where they start overtaking the other art threads. In order to get around this, here is what I have planned(thanks to jacemathem for the one suggestion ): I will be starting back up the official request thread that was here a few years back. Only, there will be a major difference - there will now be two threads instead of one. One thread will be designated for fan fiction covers and illustrations/RPG characters and the other for group projects(current example would be the fan comics)and miscellaneous. All requests will be listed on the first page of the thread as they come in so artists have easy access.

So, are there any thoughts on this before it is put into action?

 

Thanks for the feedback, everyone.

Since it seems that the majority favors the request threads, I'll go ahead and start working on them so we can get them up and running.

Ty: I took a look at that site and I must say, I'm really impressed. I really liked what I saw. Although, I'm hesitant in putting something like this in place with the Challenge going at the same time. I know it's different in which we draw the image that's posted, but in a way, it's also the same. But, I want to know what you guys thing before coming to a final decision.

 

I just want to give everyone a heads up that starting tonight I'm going to start to really organize this forum. With my promotion to manager, I now have the capabilities to create sticky threads as well as edit the board style. So, if you have an suggestions on what you want, now's the time to let me know.