[Question] Can we elect a new Moderator? [Archive]

Leo656

01-26-2020, 10:39 PM

This forum is not a democracy. So it's highly unlikely.

Who gets to be a Mod and who doesn't is a closed-door process and the decisions are made by the Staff. Nobody's really sure how it works, but a few things everybody does know is, if a person asks, they'll never be chosen, and anyone who has "heat" or would be considered too controversial automatically won't be chosen. Temp-Bans also seem to permanently disqualify a person. So Andrew and Cubed wouldn't be considered.

I've even been suggested by a few people over the years, but the suits at Nickelodeon hate me and so do half the members here, so if I were made a Mod it's assured that either half the members would riot and then leave, or Nick would shut the place down.

So yeah, it's a whole big thing. And the guy who gives out the Mod Keys is a hermit. It's been this way for a long time and unlikely to change anytime soon.

Voltron

01-26-2020, 11:14 PM

We shall consult the bones! Bring forth the sacrifice!

IMJ

01-26-2020, 11:32 PM

I think its time for some fresh blood.
Can we get Andrew Mod powers? What about Oldmanwinters?
Cybercubed?

They all seem like appropriate Mods, and could help out the overworked current staff.

Can we put this to a vote?

I've moderated a few boards in the past and I can tell you that it's not typically a user consensus thing.

Normally the admin appoints a guy, and I've also found that admins pick guys using their own judgement heuristics. So unfortunately if there's a mod you don't like, then chances are you'd just get another you don't like because the same judgement heuristics are going to be used to pick the next guy anyway.

I can tell you that moderators tend to inform board culture quite a bit though.... I can support that with countless examples both good and bad. The worst mods are the Napolean Dynamite types.... tough guy nerd with strong, cliche opinions who attack people, but then "friend-up" to other people to try and trick the group into thinking that the problem isn't actually him. Those guys are the worst (in real life too)....

Voltron

01-27-2020, 12:12 AM

I nominate anyone without Voltron Derangement Syndrome. I need to know that whomever I'm working with isn't swayed by my irresistible charms, my rugged good looks, . . . my intriguing musk.

It wouldn't be fair to the other, wronger members of the forum.

IMJ

01-27-2020, 12:24 AM

my rugged good looks, . . . my intriguing musk.

It wouldn't be fair to the other, wronger members of the forum.

We are on a message board. We don't see you and thank God we can't smell you. This is all on done in a virtual environment on computer.

Voltron

01-27-2020, 12:27 AM

Jesus. . . he's showing the signs. It won't be long before he's gone stark raving.

Alright, people! Listen up! We've got a Reverse Bird Box scenario, here. Put on your blindfolds and don't look directly at me. We've already lost so many to the obsession that is. . .Voltron: The Rightest Moderator in the World. Trust me. It'll be like the end of Raiders of the Lost Ark. Except instead of the terrifying ghosts, you'll just see my radiant beauty. . . burning like the Sun.

FredWolfLeonardo

01-27-2020, 02:01 AM

I think Voltron is a fine mod as is currently, and the forums don't seem to be that populated to warrant a new mod.

It's not like political discussions are being shut down here either (Well they are prohibited, but people have been discussing them with civility).

newfan

01-27-2020, 02:22 AM

I just thought the mods just got together when there was a place for a new one and looked at people they found suitable.

Andrew NDB

01-27-2020, 02:24 AM

I think we're at a point where political conversations should even be encouraged... in the proper channel.

In my GL board that I own and run, it's relegated to one forum within the board and if you don't want in, you can be removed from it. Simple.

Voltron

01-27-2020, 03:49 AM

We've tried that before. It started off pretty well, then devolved into a tire fire. And this was during the Bush years, right at the start of the 24 hour news cycle.

This was a really well thought out and implemented plan, too. It was done in reverse to your style, though. You earned your way in, and it was easy to get banned.

Unfortunately, almost everyone got banned. And the people who didn't barely used that part of the forum anyway. On top of that, people banned from the political forum didn't leave their anger at the door. It carried over into the regular forums and made a huge mess of things.

In the end, the consensus was that this forum doesn't need a political forum, nor should we be discussing politics in general. Hence the ban.

The internet is a wonderful tool. But the anonymity nullifies the social contract we typically observe in public. Thus, there's not a lot of friendly debate. It's mostly just wandering about calling people names or regurgitating facebook memes as though that's really going to help.

I have to disagree with you. Politics should not be allowed on these boards. Interesting as they are, the cons outweigh the pros.

CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy

01-27-2020, 08:40 AM

Sounds like Voltron has some form of Voltron Derangement Syndrome. He thinks a wicked avatar makes for an irresistable musk. :tlol:

Candy Kappa

01-27-2020, 08:44 AM

I think we're at a point where political conversations should even be encouraged... in the proper channel.

I don't think The Volcanic Asteroid 2 Electric Boogaloo would be a good idea.

Dejablue

01-27-2020, 01:51 PM

I elect myself to be mod, nay, admin of this forum. I will rule with a keratin plated fist...:ttwisted:

I've even been suggested by a few people over the years, but the suits at Nickelodeon hate me and so do half the members here, so if I were made a Mod it's assured that either half the members would riot and then leave, or Nick would shut the place down.

Wait Nick has that kind of power here? Elect me to be admin and I will not allow it!

IMJ

01-27-2020, 02:22 PM

I elect myself to be mod, nay, admin of this forum. I will rule with a keratin plated fist...:ttwisted:

Wait Nick has that kind of power here? Elect me to be admin and I will not allow it!

But do you choke slam people? Leo choke slams people... it's hard to outdo that.... :o

TommyT

01-27-2020, 02:50 PM

What's wrong with tire fires?

Outside of bot spam, I think the discussion of why pink hairs are out of control is a worth conversation, especially given todays climate.

I also think, the option to ignore a thread is a choice,, where outlawing conversations is very dictatorial.

Democratic ideals denounce demagoguery, and yet, we find ourselves being silenced for wrong-think.

All conversations are worth having, and up to the participants to begin and end, in my view.

So can we try Volcanic asteroid two -electric boo-galoo?

Leo656

01-27-2020, 03:16 PM

Actually my finish is a modified DDT; I'm way too short to chokeslam anyone. :lol: Although I've taken a few, and Jesus, those things hurt. Legit the roughest bump I've ever taken besides a Power Bomb. Those also suck.

And yeah, once again (short version): I said some naughty things about the people behind "Rise" a while back and while none of it was technically against the rules, one of the co-runners leaned on the Mods to have me Temp-Banned "or else", and allegedly have threatened to have the place shut down other times as well for various reasons. One would think/hope they'd have better things to do, but apparently not.

TommyT

01-27-2020, 03:24 PM

And yeah, once again (short version): I said some naughty things about the people behind "Rise" a while back and while none of it was technically against the rules, one of the co-runners leaned on the Mods to have me Temp-Banned "or else", and allegedly have threatened to have the place shut down other times as well for various reasons. One would think/hope they'd have better things to do, but apparently not.

Name names. It's best to always name names.

Leo656

01-27-2020, 03:50 PM

Hah! I'm in enough trouble already. Also I forget which of the two goons it was specifically by name. :trazz:

The dude in question is kinda fat. That much I know. I was told exactly who it was by one of my Friends In High Places but I'd have to go back and check all my PMs to remember the name. Or I guess I could just look up who co-created Rise, but I'm at work right now and don't have that luxury.

I just remember being told who made the complaint, I looked them up and was like "Ah, yeah, that guy looks like a loser, it figures." :lol:

I'd also be a controversial Mod choice because I don't ass-kiss people who work on TMNT projects. I've met plenty of Real famous people so I don't automatically get all star-struck and kissy-face with people who work on comic books and cartoon shows. It's just how I am. Not that I'm not grateful for their contributions, but at the end of the day they're just nerds like the rest of 'em, albeit highly-successful ones.

TommyT

01-27-2020, 06:32 PM

Leo656

01-27-2020, 06:44 PM

I was told it was El Beardo over there.

CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy

01-27-2020, 06:53 PM

Leo about to get hit with a restraining order. :tlol:

Entire Drome forum shut down in three... two... one...

TommyT

01-27-2020, 06:53 PM

So, Ant Ward has a thin ego? Is he also the goomba working the papagreg troll account?

Just saying, this is EXACTLY why we need new mods here.
First, they destroy TMNT, and they also go after fans on forums? What kind of totalitarian hell is this?

Leo656

01-27-2020, 07:00 PM

Could be an Irish/British thing. He and I are destined to forever be at war.

Dejablue

01-27-2020, 10:39 PM

This forum is already dead what the heck could Nick do to kill it more?

PApagreg

01-27-2020, 11:15 PM

So, Ant Ward has a thin ego? Is he also the goomba working the papagreg troll account?

And reported for bad behavior.

Dejablue

01-28-2020, 12:09 AM

No need to turn this into yet another "piss on Rise thread". Keep that to Rise's sub forum.

No matter how lame it is to take death threats from randos online seriously, wishing people would actually die is still a pissy bitch thing to do.

Nickelodeon doesn't have power to shut this place down, the idea is just silly. Even if people who work there are lurking here.

Candy Kappa

01-28-2020, 01:38 AM

Even in a thread about getting new mods, TommyT can’t hide his sad hateboner for PApagreg.

Almost as obsessive as cubed is for Melissa Benoist

TommyT

01-28-2020, 09:35 AM

Even in a thread about getting new mods, TommyT can’t hide his sad hateboner for PApagreg.

We need new mods if they won't deal with a Nick sock puppet account.

Jester

01-28-2020, 10:07 AM

Heaven forbid someone be enthusiastic about Rise...

TommyT

01-28-2020, 10:21 AM

Heaven forbid someone be enthusiastic about Rise...

^^When mods pick sides.

PApagreg

01-28-2020, 11:35 AM

^^When mods pick sides.

You really want to get banned do you.

Vegita-San

01-28-2020, 11:37 AM

Heaven forbid someone be enthusiastic about Rise...

there is enthusiasm, and there is someone who literally stated they stuck around just to annoy people. I swear that was PA's 8th or so post here...

but, whatever floats a posters boat these days, I guess.

as for mods, yeah, this place has needed an overhaul for a while. two don't even come around anymore.

Vegita-San

01-28-2020, 11:41 AM

I'd also be a controversial Mod choice because I don't ass-kiss people who work on TMNT projects. I've met plenty of Real famous people so I don't automatically get all star-struck and kissy-face with people who work on comic books and cartoon shows. It's just how I am. Not that I'm not grateful for their contributions, but at the end of the day they're just nerds like the rest of 'em, albeit highly-successful ones.

sounds like you got my vote. better choice than cube at least :).

TommyT

01-28-2020, 12:02 PM

Looks like the troll used to agree with me, until he decided to be an antagonist to the site.

I feel as if this thread is a bit redundant but I'm going to say 2 or 1, the animation does not look good

Also here (https://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showpost.php?p=1753068&postcount=3791)

Can't find the one where he said he was just here to piss everyone off, guess they got wise and deleted it.

TommyT

01-28-2020, 04:23 PM

@jester

You're deleting all my threads now. You've either no sense of humor, or a vendetta against me.

That cartoon was legit funny.

Candy Kappa

01-28-2020, 04:29 PM

Looks like the troll used to agree with me, until he decided to be an antagonist to the site.

Also here (https://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showpost.php?p=1753068&postcount=3791)

Can't find the one where he said he was just here to piss everyone off, guess they got wise and deleted it.

Doubling down on that obsession I see... yikes

PApagreg

01-28-2020, 04:30 PM

there is enthusiasm, and there is someone who literally stated they stuck around just to annoy people.

Vegita you are low man on the totem pole and I suggest you stop slandering me or I will say something that will get us both temp banned. You of all people should't criticize anyone for "sticking around to annoy people" especially when I said nothing to you in months.

Looks like the troll used to agree with me, until he decided to be an antagonist to the site.

Also here (https://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showpost.php?p=1753068&postcount=3791)

Can't find the one where he said he was just here to piss everyone off, guess they got wise and deleted it.

Hey turd I only agree with you BEFORE the show aired and if you want to know what I thought of the 1st episode here is the page thread for it https://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showpost.php?p=1771976&postcount=158. Also I literally never said those things so I suggest you stop listening to Vegita san or do because both of you are the bottom of the pecking order.

Also you are literally the most antagonistic person I've met on this site and that's saying a lot when it comes to this forum. The first time I met you, you tried to close down my thread just because you couldn't so much tolerate that I enjoy something you don't and for the past few months you continuously harass me by falsely reporting me, calling me a troll or spam a plant picture on my threads. Real talk Timmy what have you done for the forum besides picking fights with people who dared to disagree with you and being told off by one of the staff members for the IDW series. Like no wonder Campbell decided to leave when people like you are a forum member. Even me at my worst when I insulted the writers for the 2k12 series wouldn't think of straight up attacking people who like the show and I even introduce an animator from the series I disliked to this forum. That's the difference between you and I Timmy even for an iteration I dislike I still actually add something to the forum while all you do is subtract and give TMNT fans a bad name.

@jester

You're deleting all my threads now. You've either no sense of humor, or a vendetta against me.

That cartoon was legit funny.

Oh yes because when a person picks fights with people and call them names of course a mod disciplining them would have a vendetta.

Voltron

01-28-2020, 07:02 PM

You'd be surprised how many people jumped ship because of this kind of stuff.

TommyT

01-28-2020, 07:05 PM

Vegita you are low man on the totem pole and I suggest you stop slandering me or I will say something that will get us both temp banned.

Gee, I wonder just how many accounts you have. Maybe Voltron could look into this for us?

Hey turd I only agree with you BEFORE the show aired and if you want ....

Name calling is an Offence. You need a time out.

...continuously harass me by falsely reporting me,

I'm returning the favor kid. You're the report KING.

Real talk Timmy what have you done for the forum besides picking fights with people who dared to disagree with you and being told off by one of the staff members for the IDW series.
Tom not only acknowleged I was correct, but they even used some of our talking points in the books. what can i say, I made an impression, and left thme with things to think about. what have you done?
I'll let you answer that:

Even me at my worst when I insulted the writers for the 2k12 series ....

Yikes. Why did you feel the need to go after the shows creators?

Leo656

01-28-2020, 07:06 PM

I wish we had those giant padded jousting sticks like on American Gladiators. That'd be awesome!

TommyT

01-28-2020, 07:08 PM

How is this not funny? Why the hell did Jester delete this?
https://i.imgur.com/nGzoEkf.jpg

Like this is exactly the reason these forums have 7 members total. It's nuts.

Leo656

01-28-2020, 07:12 PM

I laughed.

TommyT

01-28-2020, 07:27 PM

I laughed.

I mean, why immediately delete? Seems legit weird to me.

PApagreg

01-28-2020, 09:27 PM

Gee, I wonder just how many accounts you have. Maybe Voltron could look into this for us?

Where did this come from again.

Name calling is an Offence. You need a time out.

Troll is also name calling and no it doesn't matter if you believe I'm a troll its still name calling.

I'm returning the favor kid. You're the report KING.

I never reported anyone for a thread I dislike so the crown is still on your head codger in fact at this point I should call you TommyTattleTell

Tom not only acknowleged I was correct, but they even used some of our talking points in the books. what can i say, I made an impression, and left thme with things to think about. what have you done?
I'll let you answer that:

When did he say that also I literally said what I have done but apparently memory isn't a strong point for you or reading comprehension for that matter

Yikes. Why did you feel the need to go after the shows creators?

I dunno Tommy why did you feel the need to report my Splinter thread also how many times did you go after the Rise creators again.

TommyT

01-28-2020, 11:59 PM

Exhibit A for the need for another Mod.

Vegita-San

01-29-2020, 06:32 AM

http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=62267

Candy Kappa

01-29-2020, 07:08 AM

http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=62267

Ah, yes. A thread for a old CollegeHumor comic, with no other relevant information or anything to contribute... gee, I wonder why it was closed, it's not like it could have been a post in a existing thread, no no no, this had to be it's own spammy thread.

Another enriching golden addition to the forums by TommyT (until it got closed, shocker that), can't wait for the next weird April thread.

PApagreg

01-29-2020, 08:30 AM

Dejablue

01-29-2020, 09:07 AM

Tommy you may get under Papa's skin but literally no one else takes you seriously. You're still here because some of us find you amusing.

TommyT

01-29-2020, 01:31 PM

Ah, yes. A thread for a old CollegeHumor comic, with no other relevant information or anything to contribute... gee, I wonder why it was closed, it's not like it could have been a post in a existing thread, no no no, this had to be it's own spammy thread.

Another enriching golden addition to the forums by TommyT (until it got closed, shocker that), can't wait for the next weird April thread.

Chill dude. Seriously. Guy, it's riddiculous how much effort you're putting into attacking me over Rise. Just because they lowered the bar enough that the average person can imitate the art style, does not make for a quality product.

a good understanding of human anatomy is important, not oversimplification to blur the lines between what is and what is not. The trouble here, is that you are somehow emotionally tied to this pile of trash, and refuse to see it for what it really is. No amount of lipstick will make this show not a pig.

The story of the emperor who has no clothes, is more prescient now, than ever before, the difference here is, we all see through the charade, and it's irksome to you I guess.
At least we can all feel good about the end of this unfortunate chapter in TMNT history.

Move on brother, I'm sure there's a tumbler debate over bathrooms to weigh in on. Rise is dead, and isn't coming back, 'cept maybe in the form of unfortunate late-to-market ice cream bins or wool socks. That's it. Suriano and Ward **** the bed, and it was rancid.

Tommy you may get under Papa's skin but literally no one else takes you seriously. You're still here because some of us find you amusing.

I'm a real gas.

PApagreg

01-29-2020, 02:17 PM

Chill dude. Seriously. Guy, it's riddiculous how much effort you're putting into attacking me over Rise. Just because they lowered the bar enough that the average person can imitate the art style, does not make for a quality product.

a good understanding of human anatomy is important, not oversimplification to blur the lines between what is and what is not. The trouble here, is that you are somehow emotionally tied to this pile of trash, and refuse to see it for what it really is. No amount of lipstick will make this show not a pig.

The story of the emperor who has no clothes, is more prescient now, than ever before, the difference here is, we all see through the charade, and it's irksome to you I guess.
At least we can all feel good about the end of this unfortunate chapter in TMNT history.

Move on brother, I'm sure there's a tumbler debate over bathrooms to weigh in on. Rise is dead, and isn't coming back, 'cept maybe in the form of unfortunate late-to-market ice cream bins or wool socks. That's it. Suriano and Ward **** the bed, and it was rancid.

I'm a real gas.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D5SmFXcUcAApBSN?format=jpg&name=small

CylonsKlingonsDaleksOhMy

01-29-2020, 02:45 PM

So... Goku, Mew, or Etsy? What's the scoop here?

TommyT

01-29-2020, 04:26 PM

So... Goku, Mew, or Etsy? What's the scoop here?

I'm just me dude. I lurked a bit, but to be honest, just a fan of TMNT who's more than sick of people screwing with us. I'm sick of the kiddification, and the fans who encourage it, while putting down anyone who isn't in their camp.

Rise is not the issue, it's the slow move from a non political fandom, into one that's decidedly left. We can't talk about politics unless it's to support leftist talking points, and the right leaning members are harassed endlessly.
The big picture, I'm pretty sure Papagreg is a troll, intentionally planting crappy Nick rise stuff to try and sway the fans. I don't like plants, and nobody is doing anything to stop them.
its' really just that simple. So I'm asking for a move to bring in a Mod to balance the team.

Being a fan of what Rise was, ok, i get that, but it's a failed experiment and hurt the fandom. The same is true of IDW in it's current state.

PApagreg

01-29-2020, 05:45 PM

I'm just me dude. I lurked a bit, but to be honest, just a fan of TMNT who's more than sick of people screwing with us. I'm sick of the kiddification, and the fans who encourage it, while putting down anyone who isn't in their camp].

Oh cool backstory that still doesn't give you the excuse to harrass others just because they like something you don't, also the bolded statement is extra funny when you yourself are guilty of the action.

Rise is not the issue, it's the slow move from a non political fandom, into one that's decidedly left. We can't talk about politics unless it's to support leftist talking points, and the right leaning members are harassed endlessly.

What the are you even talking about

The big picture, I'm pretty sure Papagreg is a troll, intentionally planting crappy Nick rise stuff to try and sway the fans. I don't like plants, and nobody is doing anything to stop them.
its' really just that simple. So I'm asking for a move to bring in a Mod to balance the team.

You are a moron, and what you are calling for is censorship also if there was a mod who is more strict with the rules I guarantee that you will be banned before I am.

Being a fan of what Rise was, ok, i get that, but it's a failed experiment and hurt the fandom. The same is true of IDW in it's current state.

How did any of those things "hurt" the fandom even if I agree Rise IDW was awful it doesn't "hurt" the fandom. You know what does hurt the fandom gatekeeping twats like you who thinks people enjoying something makes them a plant.