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Official: Archived: ATRL HQ (2013-2014)
Member Since: 5/25/2010
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Originally posted by H-I-M
I can't think of any forum more strict than this one, unless maybe one from a certain Asian country ?
In b4 "warning received"
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ATRL is strict, but there's a balance -- more on that later. Stricter forums do exist (standard response), but ATRL is no doubt restrictive in terms of what you can or cannot say. For instance, a simple statement such as, "Lady Gaga really is very ugly" will get you warned. It's not a positive opinion, but it's not anything that should warrant a consequence.
This doesn't happen on other forums and is specific to the ATRL model.
That being said, the "restrictiveness" of ATRL is balanced out by its attentive staff and clear-cut, simple-to-follow rules. In recent years, the rules have been streamlined to leave less and less "gray area," therefore becoming more straightforward in order avoid any confusion. But where ATRL sets itself apart from other forums, is the hands-on moderating team. The staff is always available and approachable with any questions or disputes. The staff have a definite presence on ATRL, as opposed to other forums, where the staff feel virtually non-existent, not to mention unattainable. Furthermore, in my experience, depending on the forum, moderators tend to have a strange god complex, and as a result, are condescending when addressing members needs, if they even address members at all. This doesn't really happen often on ATRL among the staff. They are helpful and almost have a humour about moderating, which is refreshing to see.
So, in conclusion, yes, ATRL is strict, but the staff does a good job to counteracts the restrictiveness by being present and willing to help with any questions regarding any type of complaint, as well as to help fully explain why a member received a warning, which in turn, helps a member avoid more warnings in the future. You'd be hard-pressed to find that on other forums. Not to mention, one could be instantly banned for just "very adamantly disagreeing" or "challenging" a mod on other forums -- "Disrespect" (remember, god complex). For example, take a stroll through ATRL HQ these past few days and look at how some members rudely address the staff, almost as if they're owed something. On other forums, these type of members wouldn't even be here the next day, so be grateful for the patience the ATRL staff possess. 
...Vin
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Member Since: 12/24/2011
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LeT me tell you something. I choose to give up a part of me to you guys. I share my personal beliefs and I get ram sided. It may not be what you believe, fair enough. But to call me a troll really hurts. I'm not a troll, especially when it comes to my beliefs regarding politics and racism. I am legitimately disappointed.
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Member Since: 3/26/2011
Posts: 22,809
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Originally posted by MrTiko
LeT me tell you something. I choose to give up a part of me to you guys. I share my personal beliefs and I get ram sided. It may not be what you believe, fair enough. But to call me a troll really hurts. I'm not a troll, especially when it comes to my beliefs regarding politics and racism. I am legitimately disappointed.
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I think you were only claimed to being a troll because you used somebody coming into my home and making brussel sprouts as a legitimate source as to why Taylor Swift is appropriating black culture and why we can't share music and fashion. I apologise on behalf of the other member's in the thread for not accepting your opinion but really we shouldn't be focusing on somebody which evidently isn't a strong source of racism when in fact she uses POCs throughout the video - and especially since your points kept getting clocked due to Taylor doing so.
Speaking of which, can we lock the thread before the discussion gets heated to the point of WPs?
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Member Since: 1/1/2014
Posts: 59,596
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Originally posted by lightstheyblindme
sis we both know that Gaga jazz song is not what's overburdening the servers
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for some reason a whole bunch of random, irrelevant, monsters show up whenever she releases something and then DISAPPEAR for months or years at a time. that or gagadaily and operation gaga link this site no matter what anytime some kind of release happens
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Member Since: 10/3/2010
Posts: 50,276
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Originally posted by H-I-M
I can't think of any forum more strict than this one, unless maybe one from a certain Asian country ?
In b4 "warning received"
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I usually enjoy agreeing with you because you have a certain hilarity about that makes you likable (at least to me), but atrl is one of the least strict forums I have ever been a member of (although I have only been a member of less than 5 forums total). NeoGAF for example is far more strict. I have seen members banned there for stepping out of line on a single post. If a moderator sees you making a fool of yourself, you will be swiftly and harshly (depending on the severity of the content) banned. There is no point system on that forum, and that is what makes it more legitimate. It is held in a higher regard because it is a PRIVILEGE to post there.
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ATRL Moderator
Member Since: 3/18/2009
Posts: 35,164
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Originally posted by ezra.jones
In 1999 it might be difficult to handle 1000 people visiting your site. Not in 2014. I had like 300 people on my tumblr at one time a month ago and had not a single issue. A big website such as this should be resourceful enough to handle such a relatively small load of visitors every so often. No excuses!
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We're not that big, though. Tumblr and other sites like that have millions of dollars for maintenance so that the user experience is flawless. We just don't have the resources to compete.
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Banned
Member Since: 8/31/2013
Posts: 20,327
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Originally posted by Inception
I usually enjoy agreeing with you because you have a certain hilarity about that makes you likable (at least to me), but atrl is one of the least strict forums I have ever been a member of (although I have only been a member of less than 5 forums total). NeoGAF for example is far more strict. I have seen members banned there for stepping out of line on a single post. If a moderator sees you making a fool of yourself, you will be swiftly and harshly (depending on the severity of the content) banned. There is no point system on that forum, and that is what makes it more legitimate. It is held in a higher regard because it is a PRIVILEGE to post there.
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Yeah I have been permabanned from MadonnaNation (  ), buzzjack and a few Gaga forums after only a few posts. MadonnaNation permabanned me after only one post. Instant perma no questions asked: goodbye.  Ruthless. ATRL is one of the least strict forums I've been, too.
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Member Since: 5/25/2010
Posts: 23,013
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Originally posted by ezra.jones
Yeah I have been permabanned from MadonnaNation ( ), buzzjack and a few Gaga forums after only a few posts. MadonnaNation permabanned me after only one post. Instant perma no questions asked: goodbye. Ruthless. ATRL is one of the least strict forums I've been, too. |
Be more classy, Ezra.
...Vin
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ATRL Moderator
Member Since: 3/18/2009
Posts: 35,164
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Originally posted by Vin
ATRL is strict, but there's a balance -- more on that later. Stricter forums do exist (standard response), but ATRL is no doubt restrictive in terms of what you can or cannot say. For instance, a simple statement such as, "Lady Gaga really is very ugly" will get you warned. It's not a positive opinion, but it's not anything that should warrant a consequence.
This doesn't happen on other forums and is specific to the ATRL model.
That being said, the "restrictiveness" of ATRL is balanced out by its attentive staff and clear-cut, simple-to-follow rules. In recent years, the rules have been streamlined to leave less and less "gray area," therefore becoming more straightforward in order avoid any confusion. But where ATRL sets itself apart from other forums, is the hands-on moderating team. The staff is always available and approachable with any questions or disputes. The staff have a definite presence on ATRL, as opposed to other forums, where the staff feel virtually non-existent, not to mention unattainable. Furthermore, in my experience, depending on the forum, moderators tend to have a strange god complex, and as a result, are condescending when addressing members needs, if they even address members at all. This doesn't really happen often on ATRL among the staff. They are helpful and almost have a humour about moderating, which is refreshing to see.
So, in conclusion, yes, ATRL is strict, but the staff does a good job to counteracts the restrictiveness by being present and willing to help with any questions regarding any type of complaint, as well as to help fully explain why a member received a warning, which in turn, helps a member avoid more warnings in the future. You'd be hard-pressed to find that on other forums. Not to mention, one could be instantly banned for just "very adamantly disagreeing" or "challenging" a mod on other forums -- "Disrespect" (remember, god complex). For example, take a stroll through ATRL HQ these past few days and look at how some members rudely address the staff, almost as if they're owed something. On other forums, these type of members wouldn't even be here the next day, so be grateful for the patience the ATRL staff possess.
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Thank you, Vin. It's nice to know our work is valued.
ATRL strives to foster a community built on respect, which is why we have the extensive set of rules that we do. Ultimately, that's going to change, but we are always open to your questions and concerns and suggestions for how to improve things, hence this thread.
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Banned
Member Since: 10/1/2011
Posts: 15,669
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Originally posted by Zune
Mods can we discuss the following:
I'm not understanding how someone can have 7 birthdays. Is this a glitch?
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This is the funniest thing I've seen in a while.
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Member Since: 5/25/2010
Posts: 23,013
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Originally posted by supaspaz
Thank you, Vin. It's nice to know our work is valued.
ATRL strives to foster a community built on respect, which is why we have the extensive set of rules that we do. Ultimately, that's going to change, but we are always open to your questions and concerns and suggestions for how to improve things, hence this thread.
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Don't mention it, supaspaz. I'm positive the larger majority of ATRL appreciates the staff, as well.
We appreciate all of the work the staff does to keep ATRL running as smooth as possible.
...Vin
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ATRL Senior Member
Member Since: 3/22/2012
Posts: 53,769
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Originally posted by Vin
ATRL is strict, but there's a balance -- more on that later. Stricter forums do exist (standard response), but ATRL is no doubt restrictive in terms of what you can or cannot say. For instance, a simple statement such as, "Lady Gaga really is very ugly" will get you warned. It's not a positive opinion, but it's not anything that should warrant a consequence.
This doesn't happen on other forums and is specific to the ATRL model.
That being said, the "restrictiveness" of ATRL is balanced out by its attentive staff and clear-cut, simple-to-follow rules. In recent years, the rules have been streamlined to leave less and less "gray area," therefore becoming more straightforward in order avoid any confusion. But where ATRL sets itself apart from other forums, is the hands-on moderating team. The staff is always available and approachable with any questions or disputes. The staff have a definite presence on ATRL, as opposed to other forums, where the staff feel virtually non-existent, not to mention unattainable. Furthermore, in my experience, depending on the forum, moderators tend to have a strange god complex, and as a result, are condescending when addressing members needs, if they even address members at all. This doesn't really happen often on ATRL among the staff. They are helpful and almost have a humour about moderating, which is refreshing to see.
So, in conclusion, yes, ATRL is strict, but the staff does a good job to counteracts the restrictiveness by being present and willing to help with any questions regarding any type of complaint, as well as to help fully explain why a member received a warning, which in turn, helps a member avoid more warnings in the future. You'd be hard-pressed to find that on other forums. Not to mention, one could be instantly banned for just "very adamantly disagreeing" or "challenging" a mod on other forums -- "Disrespect" (remember, god complex). For example, take a stroll through ATRL HQ these past few days and look at how some members rudely address the staff, almost as if they're owed something. On other forums, these type of members wouldn't even be here the next day, so be grateful for the patience the ATRL staff possess.
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And suddenly I really love you as a member, Vin.
This is a nice surprise in HQ!
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Member Since: 5/29/2012
Posts: 26,389
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Goosey is one of the worst members on this site.
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Member Since: 1/1/2014
Posts: 59,596
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Originally posted by ks_dollar
Goosey is one of the worst members on this site.
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I think he's just purposefully contrarian lol.
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Member Since: 1/4/2014
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why don't the mods ever check the help warnings why was i reported and not that other flop why did i get reported for saying **** its not even that bad can u change my thread title can u ban me for 74.29764 days ur unfair just cuz u luv katy perry u gave me a warning y did u ign0re me earlier y cnt you make da serverz fasta where is da upgrade delete this thred atrl is s0 raci1st if u dont hurry up and sort out dis sit imma quit nd evan do ive usd this site for free for more den 5 yers i am owed sumthin moar!
aka. even though I've had my moments,
you mods do a great job - thanks!
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Member Since: 12/7/2010
Posts: 26,813
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Mods, can you please ban that user called Lethal? He's flooding ATRL with his hateful comments towards Taylor Swift. Can just ban him or at least order to stick to SYG?
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Member Since: 1/25/2012
Posts: 44,884
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Is iheartBrit perma banned?
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Banned
Member Since: 4/13/2011
Posts: 18,738
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Originally posted by ks_dollar
Goosey is one of the worst members on this site.
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Read his posts twice  He's one of the most intelligent, consistent, and high quality trolls we have here. People actually believe that he's a Pro-American Yank  .
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Banned
Member Since: 3/15/2013
Posts: 8,388
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Originally posted by OnlyManInTheWorld
Mods, can you please ban that user called Lethal? He's flooding ATRL with his hateful comments towards Taylor Swift. Can just ban him or at least order to stick to SYG?
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or maybe the Taylor Swift fans should stop making annoying threads where people will obviously bash her
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Member Since: 3/14/2013
Posts: 30,547
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Originally posted by maiko
Read his posts twice He's one of the most intelligent, consistent, and high quality trolls we have here. People actually believe that he's a Pro-American Yank . |
What's that? I didn't find his trolling in this thread very intelligent to say the least
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