EF Rules Discussion

[Dutchie]

Hm. If birthday threads are not allowed just because people might be unable to read it, why then do we have memorial threads

[711]

Originally Posted by Dutchie

Hm. If birthday threads are not allowed just because people might be unable to read it, why then do we have memorial threads

I made my statement of why this particular thread was removed:

Originally Posted by 711

The thread was not deleted because "I don't like Knuckles". Actually, I find him quite entertaining at times.

It was deleted because Knuckles has been banned from this forum (along with several other EU community forums) long before I took over. I see no reason to have a birthday thread for a person who is not a member of this forum (especially when such a thread is likely to spark controversy and disrupt the community here).

In additon, Knuckles has also created a multitude of fake accounts to undermine the mission of EntropiaForum by disrupting mature and valid discussions of EntropiaUniverse. While these duplicate accounts have all been banned when found, Knuckles indeed brags about his 'exploits' and even instructs others how to do the same.

Also, I agree with many of the reasons Pinky outlined. This thread was clearly created to once again stir up some fictional 'forum war' that I have no interest in participating in. I have done my best to minimize the disruptive effects of such hate campaigns here on EF.

I apologize to any members who come to EF simply looking for information and interaction about EntropiaUniverse, and instead get a heavy dose of drama, conspiracies and such. That is not the mission of EntropiaForum, and it is my and the moderators job to keep the discussion on this forum focused on EntropiaUniverse, not soap operas and petty squabbles.

Notice that nowhere in this post was the inability of someone to view the thread given as a reason for its removal. Unregistered visitiors and non logged in members can view all forum threads on EntropiaForum, thus even banned members can see all threads on the forum. Therefore, the deletion of the thread had nothing to do with whether the person can read it or not.

As for the questions of "what rule did this thread break?", my response is that any thread that is likely to cause disruption or unnecessary drama on the forum can and will be removed. The forum rules state this quite clearly:

Originally Posted by forum rules

While the above rules cover most common situations, they cannot anticipate all circumstances. Consequently, EntropiaForum administrators reserve the right to take any actions deemed appropriate to ensure that the forum is not disrupted or abused in any way, or that any of our members are harassed.

[Lighterthief]

Originally Posted by 711

This thread was clearly created to once again stir up some fictional 'forum war'

for the ecord i resent this statement, if i had wanted to stir up shit i would have concentrated on multiple avtars etc. the thread had no 2nd purpose and no hidden genda, it was simply a birthay thread. thats it, i am afraid the rest is all paranoia.
but ppl can tell themselves what they like to justify thier actions

[jonboy]

Originally Posted by Etopia

I can not bielive the thread was made as an innocent thread to wish happy BD to a friend.Saying that is just plain lie;and we all know that.

Cause you dont beleive its a lie? Didnt realise you were the oracle but sorry you dont speak for me!

As far as i was aware this is meant to be a public forum so everyone is welcome. If not then the whole forum should be private and hidden to registered users only.

[kygon]

Originally Posted by Lighterthief

for the ecord i resent this statement, if i had wanted to stir up shit i would have concentrated on multiple avtars etc. the thread had no 2nd purpose and no hidden genda, it was simply a birthay thread. thats it, i am afraid the rest is all paranoia.
but ppl can tell themselves what they like to justify thier actions

maybe you didnt have a 2nd agenda but you must realise the chances of it turning into a big shit storm were rather high, noone is that naive

[sherwood]

Originally Posted by forum rules
While the above rules cover most common situations, they cannot anticipate all circumstances. Consequently, EntropiaForum administrators reserve the right to take any actions deemed appropriate to ensure that the forum is not disrupted or abused in any way, or that any of our members are harassed.

Sounds very close like "let's go to bomb that tiny nation before they think to do it with us". Rules are rules and I accepted them makeing a account here. Anyway I hope to see openings instead than more restrinctions.

[Konve]

Originally Posted by Dutchie

Hm. If birthday threads are not allowed just because people might be unable to read it, why then do we have memorial threads

Well that's probably the dumbest and most disrespectful post I've read this week on any forum, ER included.

Or are you expecting people to agree with you?

"Yes, we shouldn't be allowed to remember someone just because they're dead and don't know it."

[Etopia]

Originally Posted by Dutchie

Hm. If birthday threads are not allowed just because people might be unable to read it, why then do we have memorial threads

Good question...
But i think thats 2 diferent things.

BD is suposed to wish nice things to someone you like , when memorial is selfish people that whine because they wont enjoy anymore presence of someone.
And before evryone come after me with flaming.First , try to see why you cry and what you do when close people die... its very selfish himo.
Personaly , i dont have any specific religion , but i still bielive earth is a step on the whole cycle , and i am happy the person is now in the next step of his cycle.

But the main point , and the one that should not be forget is , why create that thread...
The one who created it , do have an acount at the same forum, where the persone he wish BD to got one.
What is point to wish a happy BD here when the person is banned... i still fail to see any logic to that , beside
1) trying to create drama and stirup shit(seems work good)
2) working at MA and having same logic as them

[Konve]

Originally Posted by Etopia

2) working at MA and having same logic as them

Hear hear.

[burnsey]

Originally Posted by kygon

and you think wishing a self confessed hardcore EF griever helps improve the "sense of community"?

interesting

Didn't the community vote him most outstanding citizen? (runner-up)

Most Outstanding Citizen of Entropia Universe Poll

(I guess that thread is next in line for deleting... the power of rewriting history)