Late Night Spam Threads Options

[Retrogressive]

It seems like every once in a while CB has those annoying members who think the can create large amounts of spam threads. What do you think when you wake up to see all the threads you have been participating in, vanished and replaced with stupid crap just so someone could spam? What do you think of mass amounts of spam threads?

I'm aware that it may not bother most people, but since it happens often I wanted to know what everyone thinks.

[slut]

FUNNY!

[Simba]

I was there during last night's "spamfest."

I did indeed post in those threads, however, every single one of my posts were full, legit posts.

It really doesn't bother me too much. The previous topics are usually just on the second page.

[SarahxJoy]

Obviously, it does bothers me since I know that spamming is against the rules. Most of the time I'll ignore the spam threads or try to put it to a stop, although there's only so much I can do. Then there are times when it's just..well, not really "fun" I guess (at least for me), but just there to post in and kind of partake in.

But it does get annoying in excessive amounts.

[Retrogressive]

FUNNY!

Shut up, slut.

[ghjgfkgfk]

i think it's funny too

[SarahxJoy]

I don't think so.

[ghjgfkgfk]

i do i do

[Retrogressive]

i do i do

Shut up, no one cares.

[fagget]

I do. :]

[*Kathleen*]

cB's gotten pretty boring..

[ghjgfkgfk]

Shut up, no one cares.

youre mean

[Retrogressive]

youre mean

Bwhahaha.

[Simba]

I don't support spam anything. However the spamfest last night was somewhat interesting...

[SarahxJoy]

cB's gotten pretty boring..

True, cB has kind of been going downhill in fun, I guess you could say. But I'm sure there are better ways to bring back some life to this forum, rather than going against the guidelines.

..we just need to figure some of those ways out.

[fagget]

Maybe if cB was more interesting, and if the people weren't so uppity. Us "spammers" probably wouldn't feel the need to spam.

[Retrogressive]

Why waste your time spamming?

[*Kathleen*]

Or maybe if people actually cared about the other members of the board.. Then again, if mods were more alert and not all on the same time zones..

[SarahxJoy]

Maybe if cB was more interesting, and if the people weren't so uppity. Us "spammers" probably wouldn't feel the need to spam.

Okay, so how would you propose to make cB more "interesting"? Any suggestions?

If members who tend to spam as of lately, spam because cB has lost its excitement, then why not do something to help bring it back? It's..kind of like complaining then expecting everyone else to make the changes for you. (I'm not saying anyone is complaining, I'm just trying to use an example.)

[*Kathleen*]

Why waste your time spamming?

It wasn't wasting time. Besides, I know a few of us, including myself, were posting in other topics around the Community Center - not just in The Lounge.

[*Statistik*]

Shut up, slut.

shuddup bitch

[*Kathleen*]

Okay, so how would you propose to make cB more "interesting"? Any suggestions?

If members who tend to spam as of lately, spam because cB has lost its excitement, then why not do something to help bring it back? It's..kind of like complaining then expecting everyone else to make the changes for you. (I'm not saying anyone is complaining, I'm just trying to use an example.)

We've tried the interesting topics. No one cares about them anymore (i.e. Linda's threads, the news threads, etc.). When people make topics, NO ONE ACTUALLY CONVERSES. They post and leave. There's no fixing how people respond. It's nothing about the forums at all. Everything is fine. It's the people. I feel like a broken record.

[Simba]

Okay, so how would you propose to make cB more "interesting"? Any suggestions?

If members who tend to spam as of lately, spam because cB has lost its excitement, then why not do something to help bring it back? It's..kind of like complaining then expecting everyone else to make the changes for you. (I'm not saying anyone is complaining, I'm just trying to use an example.)

As I have said multiple times in the past, more interesting topics would help.

And maybe some cB drama... But that's not necessary, now is it?

[fagget]

Well, I'm fine and dandy with spam, so I don't feel a need to make cB more interesting.

[Simba]

We've tried the interesting topics. No one cares about them anymore (i.e. Linda's threads, the news threads, etc.). When people make topics, NO ONE ACTUALLY CONVERSES. They post and leave. There's no fixing how people respond. It's nothing about the forums at all. Everything is fine. It's the people. I feel like a broken record.

What do these people want then?

[ghjgfkgfk]

what are some interesting topics

[*Kathleen*]

What do these people want then?

Higher post count = root of all cB evil.

[fagget]

Maybe when I have the intellegence, I can enjoy those serious topics with you guys.

[oXMuhNirvanaXo]

Obviously, it does bothers me since I know that spamming is against the rules. Most of the time I'll ignore the spam threads or try to put it to a stop, although there's only so much I can do. Then there are times when it's just..well, not really "fun" I guess (at least for me), but just there to post in and kind of partake in.

But it does get annoying in excessive amounts.

Every one knows its against the rules.. but rules are ment to be broken some times. Late night spam fest is so much fun. To bad I am never on to enjoy it. -_- I'm not suporting it just like Jesus said i'm just saying that you should lighten up just a little and have fun.. let loose and become free.

Hahahah. I just said that.

[SarahxJoy]

And maybe some cB drama... But that's not necessary, now is it?

Well drama does keep things interesting. But in the past, it's resulted in members leaving and people siding with each other and whatnot. So, I dunno.

Well, I'm fine and dandy with spam, so I don't feel a need to make cB more interesting.

True, spam is entertaining for a while. Although like I said in one of my previous posts, it gets annoying in excessive amounts (though this might not apply to you). I just think there are better ways to make cB interesting.

Plus, who's to say that once createBlog is more interesting and full of life amongst its members, that the spammers will stop spamming?

[technicolour]

The only problem is that everyone's definition of interesting is different.

[*Statues/Shadows*]

shuddup bitch

You argue like my 8 year old sister.

[*Kathleen*]

The only problem is that everyone's definition of interesting is different.

That too.
Edit: Nicki - you're invisible. :o

[oXMuhNirvanaXo]

Plus its summer. The spam will lighten up when school comes around.

[Simba]

The only problem is that everyone's definition of interesting is different.

So that's why we have the Interests forum isn't it?

I suppose some people don't really like all the subforums though. It does keep it organized though.

[Retrogressive]

shuddup bitch

[fagget]

Yeah, what I meant was like, something that interest ME.
Then, I guess I'll join in, and stop spamming.
I mean, I'm on-topic right now, right? :D

[technicolour]

No, i'm serious. Everyone finds something different interesting to them.

Like Micahel's long threads. Those were interesting, to me.

The Anime section is interesting to some.

The Harry Potter threads are interesting to others.

The sandbox..well..thats just a giant festivity.

And so on...

[oXMuhNirvanaXo]

Yeah, what I meant was like, something that interest ME.
Then, I guess I'll join in, and stop spamming.
I mean, I'm on-topic right now, right? :D

Baby steps..

[technicolour]

So that's why we have the Interests forum isn't it?

I suppose some people don't really like all the subforums though. It does keep it organized though.

YES! But the Lounge is just...a lounge.

[marzipan]

it kind of bothers me, since you're not supposed to spam, and also since it adds too much crap and bumps back the interesting topics. but, well, there's nothing much to do since most mods aren't on at 3 in the morning, i would guess. because after the wave of spam topics end, people post in the interesting topics again. and sometimes the spam topics are pushed back and not able to be closed. so no mods seem to know about it.

[fagget]

The "first to post on page xxx" would interest me, and I would keep my spam in there, if people didn't only post with "....." or "askldfjsldkj" or "meep". And nothing else. ._.

[Simba]

YES! But the Lounge is just...a lounge.

Well I suppose the Interests forum started to organize topics that originally started in The Lounge.

[oXMuhNirvanaXo]

The "first to post on page xxx" would interest me, and I would keep my spam in there, if people didn't only post with "....." or "askldfjsldkj" or "meep". And nothing else. ._.

I love them.. I think I will keep my spaming in there also. There the best at night. With Yen and every one else. O man.

- orgasum -

[*disco infiltrator*]

The only reason spam is fun is because you're not supposed to do it...just like a group of teenagers trespassing on an abandoned factory lot (like I did last night). It gives you a thrill.

CB keeps me from being bored all the time. If people would just appreciate the threads that actually require you to think and discuss, it would be fine. Also, I don't think people search around more than certain forums to find something interesting. Why do you think the Lounge has the most topics? People go here because you can post about anything, but the topics that actually play on peoples' hobbies and interests are elsewhere.

[fagget]

I love them.. I think I will keep my spaming in there also. There the best at night. With Yen and every one else. O man.

- orgasum -

I would only post in there if Yen's there, along with the interesting people. But not the "laskdfjsdlkjd" posting people. And I wouldn't be spamming. :D

[oXMuhNirvanaXo]

I would only post in there if Yen's there, along with the interesting people. But not the "laskdfjsdlkjd" posting people. And I wouldn't be spamming. :D

This is also why I love thoughs spam topics. You can say the stupidest shit and get away with it in the sandbox or first post to 1024720347.

[demolished]

well. i tried making interesting topic, not enough people to participate though.

actually, there were some pretty decent post.

[*chaneun*]

Dude posting spam is fun for the moment. Then as it goes on it gets lame most of the time. :[

It makes me angry like this!

[Jeng]

AW I MISSED IT. what happened. AWRGH

[Retrogressive]

No, no it's always lame.

[Simba]

Well Mel, there was a spam fest last night.

To state the obvious...

[*chaneun*]

No, no it's always lame.

Hater.

Hate Christine club:
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Now that makes me angry! -blue hulk form-



I shall post the same picture whenever I'm angry.

[*I Shot JFK*]

^ oh, well THAT will be a fun phase...

[demolished]

You freaking monster.

;]


halo.

[*RiC3xBoy*]

Just a question, what EXACTLY happens when you get warned? Whats the difference between being at 10% or 100%?

[*chaneun*]

Just a question, what EXACTLY happens when you get warned? Whats the difference between being at 10% or 100%?

It shows how badass you are. :D

[Simba]

I don't think anything really happends when you get warned. It's supposedly just like a permanent record.

I didn't get warned during the spam fest.

[*RiC3xBoy*]

So whats the point of getting warned?

[marzipan]

to let you know that you should stop doing whatever you were doing?

[*RiC3xBoy*]

But why? It doesn't change anything but a little number on the bottom of your posts?

[*liquidize*]

I have a nice warning history :)

[Simba]

So whats the point of getting warned?

It's just like a history, so the mods know where you stand.

[*RiC3xBoy*]

So how many warnings are we suppose to get before a harsher punishment?

[demolished]

1

[ghjgfkgfk]

I got warned for spamming :(
LIFE SUX

[*RiC3xBoy*]

Really now? So if I started spamming right now, I would get suspended?

[Simba]

Why don't you try and find out.

[demolished]

aw. poor poor maria. go bash them.

[*I Shot JFK*]

well, the purpose of the warn level is to buoild up to a hrasher punishment, it is a standard feature on most boards.

however, i believe CB's policy is to consider cases indvidually, rather than to jus tstick to the numbers.

if you commit a minor offense, you may only get an increased warning eleve, which allows people to keep track of how many times you hvae been warned, or alternatively, you may be straight out suspended.

[demolished]

oop. i mean, if you have to get a verbal warning before you get an actual warning. if you keep violating the rules, you'll be kicked out.

[*I Shot JFK*]

welll, you'll be suspended, which really isnt the same thing.

[demolished]

well. it really depends on a situation.

that's why moderator have to use their best judgement.

[*RiC3xBoy*]

Lets say you commit 9 minor offenses over a long period of time. Would that mean your warning would be increased 9 times, thus not really getting a punishment(as in something that would limit your posting)?

[*liquidize*]

^ Dude you're stupid, Most peoples warning dont even go above 10%
They catch like 5% Of the stuff you do and warn you..usually you have to get snitched on.
I got my warning level just decreased like 2 days ago, by head staff i think! :D
When you're at 100% You get suspended..but as far as I know anything up to there has no effect..

OFF TO IKEAAAAA HIT EM UP HIT EM UP

[*RiC3xBoy*]

No penis head. I was asking if someone got warned and decreased 9 times each, wouldn't that be the same as no punishment at all?

[demolished]

Lets say you commit 9 minor offenses over a long period of time. Would that mean your warning would be increased 9 times, thus not really getting a punishment(as in something that would limit your posting)?

Idk.

[Simba]

No penis head. I was asking if someone got warned and decreased 9 times each, wouldn't that be the same as no punishment at all?

I guess so.

Why are you so worried about it?

[*RiC3xBoy*]

Lol. Im not worried. I just like to be informed.

[Simba]

Perhaps you should ask the experts.

A.k.a. the mods.

[*RiC3xBoy*]

Forget it. I dont really care now.

[*I Shot JFK*]

Perhaps you should ask the experts.

A.k.a. the mods.

most of them, anyway

[Simba]

True. I think one of them actually asked me what it does...

[Retrogressive]

Hater.

Hate Christine club:
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Now that makes me angry! -blue hulk form-



I shall post the same picture whenever I'm angry.

Who is this Christine?

[*Libertie*]

^LOL

I used to stay online until 3-4am on a regular basis. I'm getting old, I guess, I'm going to bed a bit earlier now. Or, well, not really. I'm just retiring from the computer earlier. But yeah, I totally missed this. Here's the thing, you guys. Next time you decide to do a spamfest, MAKE SURE I DON'T MISS IT. >=|

I swear, I've missed every single one since I've being moderating the community forums.

Jackie, don't get any ideas. I'm not by any means giving you permission to spam. :P

[*suddenly she*]

once we're old and wrinkly and asking each other how we spent our teenage years,

"i spammed a createblog" as opposed to "drugs, sex, rock 'n' roll, and createblog" sounds a bit... mundane.

honestly, i don't know what i'm saying... but why break rules on an online community?

[*baby_in_blue*]

shouldn`t this be closed??