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[Scot]

[Elindoril]

This isn't the real world though.

 

Touche, salesman.

But the difference doesn't really change my (albeit flawed) idea. The internet is growing and it's becoming a larger influence on society and the new generations and because of this kids are becoming more used to the "internet style" of writing before they hit an age where they can know better.
 

 

 

I wasn't trying to be taken seriously. So I am not phased by you not taking me seriously. 
I was doing it "jokingly to spark a laugh or two".

I don't want to be a part of this super serious discussion. 
It's just drama waiting to happen. 

It's just the entire process in general. Many users just use gifs in many of their posts instead of actually saying something.

I'm not entirely against it, but using them in moderation would be better.

[trizzle]

Arguments like these are so pointless.

 

If you want more intelligent posts on the forum, why not try to be more active in areas like the debate section and stimulate discussions by creating new topics so you can interact with people who you think are on your intellectual level, and verbally destroy (and reduce to tears) those you find lacking

Equally I don't think you should dismiss others because you think their posts inane especially if they're not breaking any of the rules and are keeping the forums active.

[Elindoril]

Equally I don't think you should dismiss others because you think their posts inane especially if they're not breaking any of the rules and are keeping the forums active.

 

Actually, if I remember correctly we have/had (an idea for) a rule against using images in posts without any text.

Was this never enforced?

[Yung]

Actually, if I remember correctly we have/had (an idea for) a rule of only using images as posts without any text.

Was this never enforced?

 

It was and then later retracted after some gripping debates regarding whether or not you could substantially contribute to a discussion using them and no supporting dialogue.

[Waser Lave]

Actually, if I remember correctly we have/had (an idea for) a rule against using images in posts without any text.

Was this never enforced?

 

There are some situations where replying with an image or emoticon isn't inane.

[Elindoril]

There are some situations where replying with an image or emoticon isn't inane.

Which I say use them in moderation as I'm fine with using gifs here and there, but using them as one's exclusive contribution to every discussion they're in is a bit much.

[Turnip]

Arguments like these are so pointless.

 

If you want more intelligent posts on the forum, why not try to be more active in areas like the debate section and stimulate discussions by creating new topics so you can interact with people who you think are on your intellectual level, and verbally destroy (and reduce to tears) those you find lacking

Equally I don't think you should dismiss others because you think their posts inane especially if they're not breaking any of the rules and are keeping the forums active.

 

I think what Elin means is that like maybe responses should be typed or thought out a bit more often rather than just imageboard-esque image/gif-only replies which sometimes don't really add to the topic? Like, not completely stopped forever that's it no fun allowed, but maybe a bit toned down? A forum would be seen as an escape from the sometimes really stupid and/or overdone threads on like 4chan or whatever filled with literally nothing but images, so you can actually have a bit of time to think out your posts and get a thought-out reply :3

 

If he had a problem with image replies then obviously he wouldn't go to 4chan hehehe

Edited by Turnip, 26 February 2013 - 02:55 PM.

[Dazz]

My post from the grammar nazis thread: 

 

Bitches be tryina tell me how to type? Allow 'em all. If i see someone's clothes looking shit you don't see me trying to fix 'em up, i just let 'em look like shit cause it's their choice.

[Elindoril]

That's a personal preference. 

Just as everything I'm saying is my personal opinion.

I spout trash all the time; it's why I constantly go to 4chan. It's not impossible to write out a sentence or two, though. We're a forum where discussions fuel us and not simply .gif spam. There's a time and place for those elsewhere. Try chit-chat or every single birthday thread out there (for some reason).

[Elindoril]

Well in my defense. I posted a whole sentence too.
Anyway, you're entitled to think whatever you want. But some of us don't like 4chan or similar sites.
Codex is my home and myself and anyone else should feel comfortable posting whatever they want as long as it's within the rules.

Well, I never said to go to those sites I simply used it as an example that I'm not completely against your ideals. I just had an issue with how the forum has evolved (devolved?) into such a meme spouting state.

Maybe I think the site has more potential and that it shouldn't just morph into another Reddit, 4chan, or imgur. I'm the last person to ever participate in such intellectual discussions but it's nice to have a safe haven from a spreading plague.

[Sweeney]

I never claimed I wasn't lazy.

Here is a little tidbit from an earlier conversation:

[6:20 PM] woug: Sometimes I use gifs just to piss them off.

[6:20 PM] woug: Because I know they hate that.

[6:21 PM] monsieurfancypants: Whats wrong with gifs

[6:21 PM] woug: They think it's not a proper way to express yourself.

[6:21 PM] woug: Or juvenile.

 

But it doesn't piss anyone off... it just makes you look juvenile and incapable of expressing yourself.

And by the way, I thought you were one of "the only people who are nice to others"? That doesn't seem to fit with your intention to piss people off. If anything, that'd come under flame-baiting.

[Turnip]

Well in my defense. I posted a whole sentence too.
Anyway, you're entitled to think whatever you want. But some of us don't like 4chan or similar sites.
Codex is my home and myself and anyone else should feel comfortable posting whatever they want as long as it's within the rules.

 

We're comparing posting habits made here to those which are typically made on 4chan and other heavy-focus-on-images sites, and that this is a forum and not one of those  Sure images are great and can be enough to express yourself, but just because it's allowed doesn't reaaaallly mean you should take full advantage and overdo it, know what I'm saying? (Don't worry! I'm not aiming this at anyone in particular, just sayin')

Edited by Turnip, 26 February 2013 - 03:17 PM.

[trizzle]

I think what Elin means is that like maybe responses should be typed or thought out a bit more often rather than just imageboard-esque image/gif-only replies which sometimes don't really add to the topic? Like, not completely stopped forever that's it no fun allowed, but maybe a bit toned down? A forum would be seen as an escape from the sometimes really stupid and/or overdone threads on like 4chan or whatever filled with literally nothing but images, so you can actually have a bit of time to think out your posts and get a thought-out reply :3

 

If he had a problem with image replies then obviously he wouldn't go to 4chan hehehe

 

I wasn't really addressing Elin in particular, I kind of agree that if the majority of your replies are gifs (which I do love to use, but usually only when I find a cracking one) then it says something about your ability to put what you feel into words. Also I agree with you - I like it when the forums are a mix of silly and serious posts, and wouldn't want codex to become my tumblr dash

[Sweeney]

I wasn't referring to myself when I mentioned those "nice" people. I am flattered you thought so though ^u^

 

You're flattered to be considered a part of a plague that "eschews intellect and glorifies inanity"?

 

Weird.

[Dazz]

Would this image be acceptable to be posted on it's own right now?

Spoiler

[Sweeney]

Oh no no Sweeney. You misunderstood my dear. 
I am flattered you think I'm nice ^u^ 

 

Well, ok then.

I think it's pretty clear that I never said or implied any such thing though.