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Post by Sir Wobbuffet on May 13, 2011 22:18:07 GMT -5
Idk. I just assumed that, I overused "much" quite a bit. But, that is a good reason to become a mod. Just remember you could still help out by not being a mod and being a community member such as by reporting posts and helping people. Anyways, if you want to continue having this conversation it'd best be by pm'ing me. This probably wasn't the best place to have this conversation and we don't want to upset anyone with it.
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Post by p0kdxfi113r on May 13, 2011 22:19:58 GMT -5
I feel that the mods were picked quickly, and I agree that some people definitely deserve to be mods as well. But the question then becomes, how many people deserve it, and how many mods are we willing to take on. Z, I think you would do great. But Mmaester decided to set the limit at what it is, so I think the consideration now isn't worth but quantity.
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Post by zShenanigans on May 13, 2011 22:23:41 GMT -5
I feel that the mods were picked quickly, and I agree that some people definitely deserve to be mods as well. But the question then becomes, how many people deserve it, and how many mods are we willing to take on. Z, I think you would do great. But Mmaester decided to set the limit at what it is, so I think the consideration now isn't worth but quantity. Good point. And I know time was of the essence, as we, at one point, had no active mods or admins
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Post by Mysticman89 on May 13, 2011 22:35:53 GMT -5
Really 4/5 admins is tons. As far as I'm concerned, you really only need a couple admins to be able to tweak the forum code and that stuff, and you don't really need admin coverage 24/7 for that stuff.
From there, a multitude of mods is good for coverage purposes, with global ones able to sort of disputes, as well as assorted forum specific ones so that way the globals don't feel compelled to be everywhere at once and theres a set of mod eyes all on almost every forum.
For now, theres not that many forums to begin with, so as long as the mods/admins of the moment are active, theres probably not a shortage if you all spread out. But if it's noticed that you're all hanging out in (for example) general PTD discussion and ignoring achievements for example, then it's a sign you should probably recruit an achievements specific mod, and similarly for other ones.
I haven't seen any particular issues though since the change in command, so things are probably under control.
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Post by zShenanigans on May 13, 2011 22:38:50 GMT -5
Really 4/5 admins is tons. As far as I'm concerned, you really only need a couple admins to be able to tweak the forum code and that stuff, and you don't really need admin coverage 24/7 for that stuff. From there, a multitude of mods is good for coverage purposes, with global ones able to sort of disputes, as well as assorted forum specific ones so that way the globals don't feel compelled to be everywhere at once and theres a set of mod eyes all on almost every forum. For now, theres not that many forums to begin with, so as long as the mods/admins of the moment are active, theres probably not a shortage if you all spread out. But if it's noticed that you're all hanging out in (for example) general PTD discussion and ignoring achievements for example, then it's a sign you should probably recruit an achievements specific mod, and similarly for other ones. I haven't seen any particular issues though since the change in command, so things are probably under control. That's exactly how I feel. I wouldn't be able to be an Admin anyways, I'm not too good with that coding type of stuff I guess I just found it odd that there were more Admins than Mods, and that the only ones were Global Moderators.
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Post by p0kdxfi113r on May 13, 2011 22:41:41 GMT -5
The previous account didn't have any mods at all, only admins. And we saw how that worked out.
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Post by budgetspaner on May 13, 2011 22:59:43 GMT -5
plus from what i have noticed, me and p0kdxfi113r don't sleep. But as the site grows we will be needing more mods. But at the moment we still don't have too much to do.
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Post by p0kdxfi113r on May 13, 2011 23:00:45 GMT -5
Dude, I go to sleep and wake up and see a page of new topics. Pisses me off! I miss so much
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Post by budgetspaner on May 13, 2011 23:12:15 GMT -5
lol, same. i am still trying to keep up doesn't help that i am so slow at typing.
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Post by p0kdxfi113r on May 13, 2011 23:16:02 GMT -5
Like, I'll go to sleep around 11:30-12 my time when no one is posting anymore. Then I'll wake up 7 hours later and spend a few minutes checking everything. If someone could use my account while I was sleeping...(kidding)
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Post by Haunter on May 14, 2011 12:33:44 GMT -5
After reading through every post in this thread (took a while ), here's my 2 cents worth. The main thing that I think this forum needs is an active moderator assigned to each sub-forum OR each mod assigned to 2 sub-forums (assuming they are very active). This way everyone has a specific role to play in keeping things in check. Global mods are definitely needed, don't get me wrong, but having sub-forum specific mods is essential once the community grows to a certain size. Haunter out
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Post by zShenanigans on May 14, 2011 13:47:32 GMT -5
After reading through every post in this thread (took a while ), here's my 2 cents worth. The main thing that I think this forum needs is an active moderator assigned to each sub-forum OR each mod assigned to 2 sub-forums (assuming they are very active). This way everyone has a specific role to play in keeping things in check. Global mods are definitely needed, don't get me wrong, but having sub-forum specific mods is essential once the community grows to a certain size. Haunter out This is a good idea. The mods we have here are very active, but there are only three right now, and they are all Global Mods. MMaester, what are your thoughts on this?
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Post by Sir Wobbuffet on May 14, 2011 13:52:02 GMT -5
Well let me say something, we don't need staff for every section. Mods don't need to look at single post and every single thread. We have a report button to help notify mods. Our global mods and admins are on nearly all the time and they cover the forums problems well.
We don't want to overshadow the members and make them feel intimidated with all the staff. There are usually only about 12 people online at a time so we don't need so much coverage as more popular forums.
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Post by MMaester on May 14, 2011 14:00:31 GMT -5
@chris: I fully agree with these statements. I will NOT make any new Global mods soon. IF I will add mods, they will be Global. Only MAYBE in very unusual situations I will make board-specific mods. But I'd advice you all not to expect this. Please do not request for more mods If I feel the need is there, I will add them, if I feel there isn't a need... Well they won't be needed. tnx, The MMaester
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Post by rssp1 on May 17, 2011 21:54:53 GMT -5
I don't think we need more staff. There are plenty of staff online at a time. There is usually 2 or more on at a time. (Plus we actually have 5 admins.) And honestly...I know Justin is good and all and did a few good things but I don't think it's enough for them to be a mod... That's just my two cents though, I'm just very cautious. Lol You don't have to be staff to contribute great things to the community. This is very true. I just feel as though I never got a fair shake at things. I think I'm one of the earliest, if not the earliest still active member on here, from way back when MisterSmith, MadnessYo and Flareon were some of the only people that posted. Either way, the new mods who were picked rightfully earned their positions, and they are all doing a great job so far. yeah, I agree completely. and on the earliest part, i might have been earlier then you, i dunno. I was here when chronothesis wasn't a mod... XD
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