Originally posted by extrachapstick

Originally posted by extrachapstick

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

1. Meh. I guess it could have been sassy with some context.
2. I fail to see any sass in this example.
3. It wasn't sassy as much as it was a blatant insult.

Either you provided lackluster examples to represent your brand or you don't know how you come off as a poster quite yet. For the most part, there wasn't a sense of consistency between your choice of word and your examples that you provided. Also, the layout of your second example was awk with the quote missing "Originally posted by ImARudeBoy."

Originally posted by Doc

Am not quite getting sassy from the quotes. And it annoyed me how two of the quotes were actually quoted, while the last was linked. But I like you!

Originally posted by Katie

"Two Out of Three Ain't Bad."

Originally posted by extrachapstick

I didn't find the word sassy appropriate for two of your three posts. I like the Colton Haynes gif, as that WAS sassy, but I feel your brand could stick out a lot more if you spent more time developing it. What makes you sassier than the next atrl member? That's what I would like to find out if you make it to the next round. However, don't mistake sassiness for bitchiness.

Originally posted by boyonce

While I like your choice of "sassy" (and so did someone else apparently ), I can't say that your examples fully prove your point. The first did have me laughing out loud and certainly showed your sassiness. However, telling someone they made a duplicate thread or calling Chris Brown a douche isn't particularly sassy or original - it's just pointing out the obvious. I consider "sassy" to include some sort of creative humor - which I only saw in your first example. On a side note, the formatting bothered me here. Two examples were in quote format and one was in link format, and I wish you made it all the same. I still remember some entries from my season that were so visually appealing and that really helped them stand out. My advice to you? Content is obviously important, but so is presentation.

Originally posted by Matty

I didn’t see Sassy; I say more like “Playful”. There wasn’t an edge to the posts for it to be sassy, but there was a sarcastic hint in a fun message to be playful.

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

1. A thread that stalled with just the OP. For some reason, I found that to be very predictable of you. No shade.
2. Scattered, positive and endearing. Very reflective of your casting entry.
3. Repetition of songs that I've seen you promote here and there on ATRL.

I guess your brand wouldn't make as much sense to a complete stranger but for me, I found your entries to encompass "predictable" pretty well based on what I already know about you.

Originally posted by Doc

Presentation is boring, but good brand choice. It fits.

Originally posted by Katie

"Dreamer."

Originally posted by extrachapstick

I like your brand. It's very genuine and certainly stands out among a primarily pop-focused forum. Is it enough for you to become a top member, or will it distinguish you a little too much from most of the forum's core audience? Your challenge in this competition will be integrating your brand with atrl's brand. Can you do it?

Originally posted by boyonce

Okay, so your brand is that you like lesser known music? Cool, I can get into that. I just wish you chose a word other than "hipster". I can't stop thinking that calling yourself a hipster just seems a bit...unhip? I dunno about you, but most times I hear the term hipster it's used as a derogatory term towards someone else, ie. "Ugh look at that girl, she's such a hipster!". Your music taste certainly sets you apart, and I think you were smart to choose that as your brand - I just wish you chose a different word with a more positive connotation (unique, individual, indie, underground).

Originally posted by Matty

I wouldn’t call that hipster. It’s basically you showing you have a different taste than others. I guess that is hipster… Good. I would have liked to see something more out of the ordinary. More against the pop forum.

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

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I can see where you were going with your brand but I think "stanwars" wasn't the best choice of word. I would have thought "Instigator" would have been a better choice. That being said, you had one of the entries that had the most consistent examples to capture your brand. Also, you've GOTS to step up your presentation. It couldn't have been more basic.

Originally posted by Doc

Your brand is "stanwars"? A BIT of a mess. Presentation is a mses. And then you link me to a bunch of posts attempting to try Beyoncé. Your brand should've been Hater. Overall this entry was not good at all. But I like you!

Originally posted by Katie

"Obsessed."

Originally posted by extrachapstick

Your brand is provoking the hive? That's all you've presented here. If that's all you live for on atrl, how are you to become a top member? Stan wars, while entertaining, will not gain you the notoriety needed to be a top member. Also, the fact that all 3 examples were in an unmoderated section of ATRL is foreboding... Perhaps there are some layers we have yet to see of you that will redeem you.

Originally posted by boyonce

Let me just sit down for a second and take a deep breath. You may expect me to judge you harshly considering every post you submitted was a drag of my fave - but no - fighting on ATRL never has been, and never will be style. I take this guest judge spot seriously, and want to do a good job for Matty and everyone involved in this awesome game so I'm not going to judge you unfairly simply because you hate Beyonce. So here we go. Did you choose a brand that reflects you? Yes, you did. Did you provide examples that proved this? Yes, you did. Do I think your brand is something you'd find in a true Top Member? No, definitely not. Sure Edge, who won last season, is known for dragging - but I wouldn't say it defines him and I believe he has lots of other facets to his posting persona, or brand, that people like him for. The stanwars stuff is just part of what makes him so great. I think the fact that you're choosing to be defined by it makes you seem like a lame poster (and not a Top Member) in my eyes - but I will, without bias, admit that you did what was asked of you in this challenge, and you did it well.

Originally posted by Matty

SYG posts… Shading Beyonce… It is a brand, but a trolling brand. It’ll get you remembered, but for the wrong reasons.

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

1. Colorful gif, colorful description.
2. Interesting details.
3. Colorful gif with...interesting text.

All of these examples...I see you saying this as a drag queen so I get your "colorful" angle but for me, it seemed like you were relying heavily on fun/weird gifs to sell your brand, which isn't necessarily a bad thing, but this schtick will only get you so far in the competition. Also, based on the texts in the examples, I would have used a different brand word that would have probably better captured your personality and added some more depth. Bonus points for being the only one to have a creative layout of the title though.

Originally posted by Doc

Well kudos on the presentation! The quotes match the brand very well. Don't really have much to say, but good entry.

Originally posted by Katie

Originally posted by extrachapstick

I don't know that "colorful" is the right word... but whatever it is, I love it. It's hilarious and certainly helps you stand out. Just don't turn into that person who only writes things because they think it will be funny. And keep repping Zayn and his Ash Ketchum realness...

Originally posted by boyonce

Now this is what I'm talking about with formatting! On my first scan of the entries, this one caught my eye. I do want to reiterate though, it's about a mix of BOTH presentation and content. You can't just make it look nice but say nothing of quality. However, this entry appears to have both! I liked the examples that you chose (the fact that each one had some text and a gif was also nice - not sure if this was conscious, but I noticed and liked it). I really do think that colouful (holla for Canadian spelling!) is a great way to label your brand. Nice work.

Originally posted by Matty

Colorful as a mother****ing rainbow. The rainbow colorful sign was a nice touch.

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

1. Very thought out.
2. Descriptive real life example.
3. Nothing BUT "dedication" as seen by the final product.

From every pore, you exuded your brand word, "dedication," as seen by the work output. The examples your provided us with show how much effort you put into your posts, especially your third example. Noting was superfluous. I also love how we got a glimpse into your real life and love of music in your second example, solidifying how fitting "dedication" was the best brand for you.

Originally posted by Doc

Am not sure why I was linked to a bunch of paragraphs, as if I was going to read all of that. But you better go, I still feel the dedication eminating from the posts you linked. Great entry!

Originally posted by Katie

"Livin on a Prayer."

Originally posted by extrachapstick

Dedication is what we like to see in a top member, both inside and outside of the tournament. I can see a hint of your brand but your job now is to PROVE it to us if you make it further. I can't say I'm 100% convinced just yet, but I have faith you'll be a consistent competitor and may even be a dark horse in the competition.

Originally posted by boyonce

Yes. Yes, yes, YES!!! You hit the nail on the head here.Given that your brand is what you're known by on ATRL, it was a little strange to me that some other people chose a negative word for their brand. You, on the other hand, chose a positive word to represent your brand and your examples showed that you aren't just all talk, but also action. I loved that your examples showed different sides to your word - "dedicated". We saw that you were dedicated to the Games section, dedicated to music, and dedicated to your faves. You did a wonderful job at taking one word but showing all dimensions and facets of it. This was an incredible entry, and I think your personal brand will take you far! Way to make an impact!

Originally posted by Matty

That album thread is beautiful. You’re dedicated to your games, music, and certain bands. I see it.

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

1. It wasn't helpful as much as it was a suggestion/opinion.
2. Thank you, WebMD.
3. Yes. Somewhat weak example but helpful nonetheless.

Zaid, I'm still cackling at your sig.

Anyways, 2/3 of your examples portray just how helpful you are, the second one being particularly strong and the third one being decent. The first example was a bit of a stretch. I felt that this word was too safe of a choice for you. You're a much more dynamic character than that so I'll be expecting more from you in your future entries if you make it through to the next round.

Originally posted by Doc

Eh this entry was okay. Presentation was boring, brand is kinda boring, and I guess the posts reflect the brand I guess. It was alright! I like you!

Originally posted by Katie

"Hate That I Love You."

Originally posted by extrachapstick

While being helpful on atrl is appreciated, I often find that it goes unnoticed. If that's the brand you'd like to build, you'll need to make sure you're not coming off as a know-it-all or someone who has to put their two cents in on anything and everything. There is a time to share your thoughts and a time to leave the advice to someone else. Will you strike the balance?

Originally posted by boyonce

I admire that your brand defines you as someone who is here for others on ATRL. That's important, so good on you. Your 2nd and 3rd examples were strong and showed exactly what you were talking about. I have to say, I'm not sure how the 1st example shows you being helpful, but maybe I just don't understand it...? Also, the content of your entry was a little forgettable when placed alongside the others, however. I like you and think you can bring a lot to the competition, so put a little more thought into how to make your entries stand out!

Originally posted by Matty

I only saw one helpful post. The first one was a little hint hint-there-is-some-humor-here and the other was just a reply. It’s basically any member.

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

1. How have I not seen this? Very cleverly worded. But I will point out that the post was edited over 24 hours later, which begs the question: how much of it changed and how much of it stayed the same?
2. Slay. I remember reading that during the awards and falling off the couch laughing. However, I will not give you credit for the description of the award because that was my doing.
3. Shady, sassy and full of personality.

From the entries that I have read so far, this one was the complete package. From the layout of the posts (with sources) to the perfect marriage of your brand word with solid examples, I have to say, I'm mildly impressed. However, the "Warning received" attached to two of your posts make me wonder, are you "sassy" or a messy flamebaiter? Keep that in mind and don't get banned.

Originally posted by Doc

I'm actually getting sass from these posts. Very believable. Great job.

Originally posted by Katie

"Kill the Lights."

Originally posted by extrachapstick

Sassy? ImARudeBoy submitted that very same brand... Between the two of you, I prefer the sassiness displayed in your first post more than all three of ImARudeBoy's. However, there's a fine line between sassy and trashy. You're walking that line, and sometimes you tilt a little to far toward the latter. Are you a top member, or do you just get off on insulting other people as a means of channeling anger and frustration in your day to day life? Perhaps it's all just fun and games? Either way, you certainly wield a sort of power, but will you abuse it and become hated, or become revered for your sharp tongue and quick wit? Hmmmm.

Originally posted by boyonce

Ok, Sassy 2.0, here we go. While your brand of poking fun at others certainly isn't my style here on ATRL, I'm not going to mark you down just because we have different posting styles. In fact, despite me not being into dragging and fighting, your posts did make me laugh! You seem to understand your brand well, and seem to represent it authentically across the forum. Also, the Honey Boo Boo gif earned you 10,000 bonus points.

Originally posted by Matty

That first example had me dying. Daniel, this is sassy. Though it can be seen as border-line trolling, you have to be careful.

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

1. Rational and powerful. PunchE.
2. All the free Edge promo.
3. Silly, yet, effective.

Not only did the examples capture your witty charm but it executed what the challenged asked for perfectly. I love that you chose a more serious brand word and managed to provide examples to do it justice. I'm going to assume that your thread for females (albeit got very messy from what I've heard, no thanks to that soapless hobo, EarlyMorning) was inspired by this challenge, which is awesome. You're showing us how consistent you are with your brand and that is what a Top Member should be about.

Originally posted by Doc

Best presentation by far. Perfect entry.

Originally posted by Katie

"Sheisse"

Originally posted by extrachapstick

Is the brand "feminism" or "lesbianism?" That third post really threw me off for a second... ;] I can't tell if you stand up for female empowerment because you feel like an empowered woman, or because empowered women turn you on... Perhaps both? Either way, I am liking the little bit of your brand we've seen so far. Lots of gay men here... So if you're repping for the lesbians, all power to you! :] :date3: :date3: :date3:

Originally posted by boyonce

Love this entry. Your brand should not only define you and describe your posting style, but also set you apart - which yours does. As a female, you're instantly in the minority here, but I applaud you for embracing that and using it as your brand here. On (and off!) ATRL I am a firm believer in the importance of equal rights and social justice for all, so your "feminism" brand gets a big standing O from me. It's nice to see that you've also created an ATRL Females thread - it shows that you truly are dedicated to your brand outside of this competition and not just picking some random word and hoping you win. Between you and Anna, I think it's fair to say the ladies are coming HARD this Cycle!!!

Originally posted by Matty

Instead of feminism, I would have chosen feminist. Both nouns, but you are a person advocating it than being the entire feminism group… If that makes since. I feel you girl, girl powah!

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

1. I know that you like Avril but I didn't see you forcing Avril done anyone throat. Just facts. Good.
2. Hmm. I'd categorize this as "helpful" over "objective."
3. Slay.

This was a great brand choice for you and you gave SOLID examples. The tone of all three of your examples were professional and you weren't trying to argue one way or the other. You were on the DMZ line (If y'all don't know what this is, look it up and educate yourself. This is general knowledge that everyone should have.) and stating facts and opinion in the most respectful way possible without too much bias. Keep it up. ATRL could always do with more people like you.

Originally posted by Doc

Omg more paragraphs. People come on. Who has the time?! But no really solid entry. Definitely not the best of the pack, but not the worst either.

Originally posted by Katie

"Hail to the Chief"

Originally posted by extrachapstick

I would say it's more so "perspective" than "objective." Objective statements don't really take into consideration your own opinions, which some of those posts did. However, I am refreshed by your ability to turn the perspective toward the positive when others are focused on negatives. This entry has intrigued me. Will you continue to do so in the competition?

Originally posted by boyonce

Nice. I love that you chose objective, as the majority of ATRL doesn't ever seem to demonstrate this, or even know what the word means. As I clicked on your posts, I was so happy with what I saw. You understand the importance of proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and writing an actual post rather than just one or two words and a smiley. You showed that your brand contributes to ATRL for the better. If this was Charm School, I'd already send you to the top of the class. In this game, you're definitely Top Member material. Very, very, very nice job!

Originally posted by Matty

Objective…. It just isn’t working with the posts. I like the brand word “sensible” more. It kind of fits more with your posts. You are more wise and understanding with your posts.

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

1. Cute.
2. Interesting.
3. SCREAMING. I also spy my name.

The brand challenge was to come up with a word that encompasses your entity on ATRL and I think in a weird way, you are a "mess." While you yourself isn't a messy poster, as proven by the articulate posts, the general disarray that you cause with your posts solidifies that "mess" is something that follows you around. You've even used the word enough times on ATRL for me to have created the Energy standard, [Energy]Mess.[/Energy]. From your controversial debut to your current niche, "mess" has surrounded your entire ATRL existence so I do believe this was a good brand for you.

Originally posted by Doc

Mess. But I like you!

Originally posted by Katie

"Beautiful Disaster."

Originally posted by extrachapstick

Y Yes. Mess. Not the best for this competition. But great for the entertainment of others.

Originally posted by boyonce

MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS MESS (in the best possible way)

Originally posted by Matty

I just don’t know what to say. You were you and you were… well, a mess. Good for you.

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

1. Yes.
2. Yes.
3. Not as defensive but still works.

You had a solid grasp of what the challenge was. You've reflected on what made you YOU and came up with a facet of your personality to elaborate on. While that's not a brand that I would ever want to be associated with, I applaud you on being candid with your brand and your examples. Just be sure to not mistake you delivering cold hard truths as "defensive;" some might say you're defensive because they're just haters. Also, step up your creativity. I wasn't as harsh in Charm School but this is the ultimate game of ATRL. It's all or nothing.

Originally posted by Doc

Boring presentation. But the brand fits you. I like you!

Originally posted by Katie

"Burned."

Originally posted by extrachapstick

It's dangerous to get pulled in by everyone's shade... You can't change other peoples' opinions by being defensive. Lead by example and don't waste energy on members who only have negativity going for them. Keep educating the good people of atrl but don't become a victim of provocation. I see a spark in you... You just gotta ignite the light and let it shine.

Originally posted by boyonce

Top Member! You've made it kid. However, just because I crowned you the winner of Charm School, don't think I'm gonna go easy on you. To be honest, I don't love your brand. Like Adam's "hipster", the word "defensive" has a negative connotation, and I'm not sure that's really what you want to be known for. Looking over your examples, I didn't have a problem with them - they didn't actually seem negative or defensive to me. In my opinion, they show your dedication to your fave and your unwavering desire to stand by them. I would have submitted the exact same posts but instead chosen the word "conviction" as my brand. It essentially says the same thing, but with a word that seems good rather than bad. Just my two cents. Regardless, I wish you luck in this competition and hope you continue to put more and more thought into each entry.

Originally posted by Matty

Defensive, yes. However, how does that distinguish you from any other stan who defends their favs? Good example, but it’s basically anybody.

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

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"Struggle" is right, Dora. The three smileys that I've used to react to your examples basically functions as the "struggle" trinity, at least in my mind. You found your brand and you made me feel for you with your example aka you've sold yourself perfectly. However, your examples were extremely one note and your struggles seem to stem only from your job. While you've absolutely backed up your brand, I'm left wondering as to whether or not your brand is limited. There should be a distinctive quality about you as a poster that people can recognize within the majority of your posts but you chose to show us a quality that can only be seen around topics relating to McDonald.

Originally posted by Doc

nnn your brand WOULD be struggle.

Originally posted by Katie

"Telephone."

Originally posted by extrachapstick

Your brand is not struggle. It is McDonalds. I think you should run with it. Change your username and your avi and run with it.

Originally posted by boyonce

I'll be honest about this entry...the image of you working at McDonalds paired with the word "struggle" had me giggling to myself. So, you've got that. But really? This is the best you could do??? Matty spoke in the instructions about how your brand defines who you are and how you present yourself to the ATRL community. Do you seriously want to be known for struggling? Yes, I found it funny - but I'm not sure it's Top Member material.

Originally posted by Matty

Real life struggles, but what is your brand on ATRL. I just didn’t see it.

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

1. Hm. I'm curious to see if you actually knew what you were talking about or if you were just talking out of your ass. You made your post seem educated but there was nothing of substance for me to say that post was intelligent.
2. This example does not work as a stand alone. You need some context cuz the "intelligence" that you're going for is too subtle.
3. Well crafted post but again, does it fall under "intelligent?"

"Intelligence" may have been the wrong brand for you. While I get that you were trying to portray how educated you sound by trying to dispel some of the ignorance on this site, you didn't go all the way to show why your post is actually intelligent. I feel like you are confusing "objectivity" for "intelligence." While there is some correlation between the two, the two terms are not mutually exclusive. The theme within you examples are consistent but I sense a bit of discourse between your examples and your brand. "" would have been a better representation of your brand than "intelligence" in my opinion. Ps. don't take me saying your brand isn't "intelligent" as me saying you are not intelligent as a poster.

Originally posted by Doc

Good entry. The brand fits well.

Originally posted by Katie

"Unusual You."

Originally posted by extrachapstick

Like kavish, you bring perspective. Just be aware that atrl is a tough crowd when it comes to changing the perspectives of others. Your posts ARE laced with intelligence, for sure. But like I told staracademy, watch out for the pitfall of being seen as a know-it-all. I've struggled to avoid that for myself here on atrl. People don't want to be educated, they want to be stupid, and trying to change them is just that... stupid. However, don't stop being intelligent to try and fit in, and you'll go far. You're one of my top contenders of the moment.

Originally posted by boyonce

This entry surprised me. Not that I don't think of you as intelligent, but it's not the first word that came to my mind when I thought about your brand as I see it. I was sure you'd go with the word "likeable", as you truly seem to be liked by everyone and bring a lot of positivity and fun to threads. That being said, I applaud you for wanting to be defined by your intellect. I will say, however, to be careful with this. One thing I learned during my Cycle is that there is a very thin line between confident and cocky and others in the game will be quick to label you on the cocky side as soon as you show any sort of confidence or belief in yourself. For example, calling yourself intelligent, rather than having others call you that, is something that could rub people the wrong way and come across as cocky. Keep this in mind and be sure to show humbleness alongside your confidence. Not the entry I expected from you, but not necessarily a bad one either.

Originally posted by Matty

I do sense the intelligent brand you speak of. I think you found your smiley brand though; you seem to use it all the time.

Originally posted by EdgeOfAddiction

1. I guess it's cute shade?
2. Better.
3. Best.

While I don't agree with your choice of brand word, I can semi see where you're coming from. When I see some use the word "adorable," "awwwwwwww" always pops into my head and I didn't really have that "awwww" moment. It was kind of there with the third example but I mostly s******ed. Chalk it up to me having no soul but I don't think "adorable" was quite the right brand for you, especially with the first example, which was more shade than "adorable" (And we all know that Rih's five fingered forehead is the ONLY iconic forehead in the music industry).

Originally posted by Doc

Another boring one. But I like you!

Originally posted by Katie

"Replay."

Originally posted by extrachapstick

Your brand is not adorable. It is One Direction (adorable just happens to be part of that). As I suggested for Attitude, you would benefit from a change of username to be more aligned with your brand. However, you'll want to make sure you're not only a well-rounded One Direction stan, but also a well-rounded member of the forum as a whole.

Originally posted by boyonce

This, of all entries, is the biggest head-scratcher. You're adorable because you talk about Liam's forehead? How did that example prove anything? Sure, your third entry was a bit adorable - but I don't feel that's what truly represents your actual brand across ATRL. I feel like maybe you just picked a word and scoured for three posts that you thought fit. I would have rather you looked over all your recent posts and see what vibe you get from each of them. Are your posts in non 1D threads actually adorable? I doubt it. Your brand should be clear and defined, but yours just leaves me with more questions than answers.

Originally posted by Matty

It is adorable; there is a childlike presence with your posts. That may just come with the fact you are talking about OneDirection in each one of those posts. So childlike.