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Post by Zinn on Jul 20, 2004 21:43:27 GMT -5
Before we get mods, we should work out a set of rules that the mods can base their decisions on, and people can read before making decisions on powers.
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Post by Kaitalish on Jul 21, 2004 0:51:45 GMT -5
That's a good idea, it'd probably be set down by Bassarov of course, and we'd probably have the mods discuss it as well.
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Post by Gen. Vlad Kolov on Jul 21, 2004 1:19:55 GMT -5
My own take on this issue is simple: Whenever any of my characters aquire a new power I always get it approved to be sure I'm not abusing any rules. I will be the first to admit that I have powergamed before, so I am not an innocent in this argument. Unfortunately this method is slow (it requires IMing or PMing a mod every new power BEFORE it takes effect) but it does help to prevent abuse.
Now as a mod I think this whole argument is starting to get out of proportion: We already have one major player contemplating quitting (John) and many others falling into bitter argument over an issue that should be dealt with between the existing forum staff first. We're here to have fun, not nitpick minor issues.
That's my opinion.
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Post by Zinn on Jul 21, 2004 1:48:36 GMT -5
Fair enough. I agree that we (including myself) have definitely been too hard on John. Personally, I didn't mean to hurt his feelings. I was just trying to offer constructive criticism. It obviously got out of hand. I know the new method is going to be more work for you guys, so thanks a lot.
Can we send it to any mod, or are only specific mods going to be doing powers now? Also, what about old powers?
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Post by Kaitalish on Jul 21, 2004 3:00:07 GMT -5
The major concern I have is that it ISN'T fun playing with powergamers, they don't lose, they have all sorts of cheap powers, etc. etc.. I actually find it offensive when some character can just come along and steal a power I have, especially if I spent a lot of time refining it for the purposes of my character. I realize that I tend to make this into a big deal, but to me it IS a big deal because it makes this RP a lot less fun to play, sometimes downright frustrating or annoying. I realize this RP is meant to be pretty free and open, but if there are no boundaries people are bound to get out of hand. As a fairly new player, I am more than willing to concede defeat to a stronger player IF THEY DESERVE IT. If that player pulls a bunch of really cheesy moves on me, I will not back down an inch. As I always play to the best of my abilities unless my character design calls for something else, fights often become protracted and involve a good deal of OOC. Set guidelines would probably prevent this from happening. But that's just my take, anyways.
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Post by Anutsaka on Jul 21, 2004 10:41:27 GMT -5
Kolov, there is no need for people to PM the mods for verifaction. The mods will always be watching and checking, therefore, they can make whatever changes they want.
It'll be a constant check instead of people having to verify. This will be a lot easier after the old forms are corrected. Having 5 moderators checking all the new forms will make this RPG fun, so that powers are fair and attuned more to the character more than actually general powers.
((Teleportation and such will be allowed.. or maybe we should ban that power.. to many people have it..))
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Post by Zinn on Jul 21, 2004 13:21:53 GMT -5
Teleportation is one of the most useful abilities on this board, considering all of the traveling that goes on. However, I think teleportation should be limited to places that people know about. People can't just teleport anywhere they have never been, because they might teleport into solid walls, people, etc.
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Post by Kaitalish on Jul 21, 2004 14:01:20 GMT -5
I like Zinn's idea. Too many people use teleportation to metagame. I have to admit I'm guilty of it from time to time, when I'm trying to get something to do.
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Post by Kai on Jul 22, 2004 18:13:13 GMT -5
SHUT UP!!! Teleportation should be allowed. Otherwise it would take people a d**n day to get to other places.
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Post by Jon Talbain on Jul 23, 2004 2:00:08 GMT -5
Yes but it should be controlled.
Teleporting with a visual effect, like a shower of stars or something. And have to take a little time so people can't teleport every few seconds to a new place, do something, and then leave again instantly.
That pisses me off like nothing else.
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Post by Kaitalish on Jul 23, 2004 3:17:05 GMT -5
Also, a short delay would make teleportation less viable when dodging an attack.
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Post by Kai on Jul 23, 2004 9:22:31 GMT -5
That's fair I guess.
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Post by Valodya Bassarov on Jul 26, 2004 4:11:56 GMT -5
Stay tuned for new rules....
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Post by Anutsaka on Jul 26, 2004 14:18:24 GMT -5
Good to have you back, Bassarov, finally all my ranting (can't forget about Oni's either) will have paid off..
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Post by Kaitalish on Jul 26, 2004 16:33:35 GMT -5
Yes, glad to have you back.
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