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[gutter_trash]

I liked reading Amirox's opinions and bringing up arguments to back em up.

haters are hating too much.

I don't want Kato as a mod.... those who want him to be one are smoking the wrong stuff

 

[Frillen]

I got banned a couple of months ago when I told him to reduce his "I hate the 3D effect on the 3DS" posts which at a time was included in 90% of his posts. I'm beginning to wonder if the 3D effect has killed a family member of his. I don't remember the exact words as to why I was banned, bit it sounded dictatur-ish.

 

[Night_Trekker]

Then you should be well aware that the comments in this thread for the most part aren't petty and spiteful. Sure, there is some of that, but most of what he is getting he fully deserves.

I completely agree, and I'm not at all sorry to see him demodded. I'm just saying his... personality issues didn't often (as far as I ever saw) cross the line into abuse of his mod powers or neglect of his mod duties.

 

[Mael]

So to this day, he has never even attempted to try his 3DS' 3D, even for a second?
That's a little too passionate.

Why even buy the damn thing then?

 

[The Technomancer]

Well Amir0x, you can take comfort in this: your de-modding was big enough news that it spawned a ten page thread.

 

[X26]

All I'm saying is that, in my experience, he was a good moderator in the sense of his modding decisions. This discussion about his approach to debates in threads is separate to that.

This much is true, I don't remember him banning copious amounts of people for kicks like some past and present mods do, but being calm and respectful is also part of their duties too I suppose and in that regard he definitely missed the mark.

 

[DonMigs85]

Why even buy the damn thing then?

Paper Mario, no doubt

 

[bengraven]

Amirox was a good guy...a fair mod and one of us. Which was basically his downfall: he was too much like us in the end. I'll still be glad to see him around here though.

I still smh at some of the replies in this thread though.

 

[Mael]

Paper Mario, no doubt

that was a launch title?
And can we stop talking like he's dead or something? I mean he hasn't been banned either.
And heck I liked Dragona and Red Scarlet, especially for their contributions in the gaming side

 

[Easy_D]

I swear I've seen this question asked at least 30 times today. Certainly doesn't need a thread.

I'd say it does considering you've seen this question asked 30 times today

 

[Bisnic]

Why even buy the damn thing then?

To be fair, 3DS isn't only about 3D. The games and features are still just as good in 2D.

But to say he never tried it, even for a very brief moment, because "3D is shit in my eyes" is just being very stubborn from him. But whatever.

 

[The Technomancer]

All I'm saying is that, in my experience, he was a good moderator in the sense of his modding decisions. Finding good mods is not easy. This discussion about his approach to debates in threads is separate to that.

Thats how I'd put it as well.

 

[Vagabundo]

lol this thread could become a repository for quintessential Amir0x quotes. The 3DS one is especially hilarious...

that was a launch title?
And can we stop talking like he's dead or something? I mean he hasn't been banned either.
And heck I liked Dragona and Red Scarlet, especially for their contributions in the gaming side

MOD Amir0x is dead. It reamains to be seen whether he'll come back in fine posting form as before.

I doubt it; old mods are rarely the same ever again.

 

[Spokker]

I mean, good on Kato on pointing out he was being a hypocrite and standing up for himself, but the huge song and dance from everyone else afterwards (which I've noticed Kato hasn't even taken part in) is extreme overkill.

The guy was a hypocrite. The guy was annoying. The forum owner has every right to cultivate the kind of forums experience he wants.

On the other hand, the whole "I hope you learned a lesson" thing is hilarious. Maybe he should be sent to Internet jail.

 

[Mael]

To be fair, 3DS isn't only about 3D. The games and features are still just as good in 2D.

But to say he never tried it, even for a very brief moment, because "3D is shit in my eyes" is just being very stubborn from him. But whatever.

That's like buying a Wii and never ever trying the motion controls, it's really dumb the whole thing is geared toward 3D for X's sake.

 

[GDGF]

Are you unable to use the ignore list on mods you don't like on GAF or something?

Yes, you are unable to use the ignore list on mods.

 

[Broder Salsa]

Maybe he should be sent to Internet jail.

Amir0x as gamefaqs mod?

 

[JoeBoy101]

Opiate and Stumpokapow are top-tier mods.
I can safely say that I have read their posts, time and again, and realised I had nothing else to add except nod in agreement.

This. Opiate and Stumpy do the color red well.

 

[Spokker]

That's like buying a Wii and never ever trying the motion controls, it's really dumb the whole thing is geared toward 3D for X's sake.

The 3D is an add-on, and at its new price, I would say you aren't even paying for it anymore and it becomes a system more worthy of your hard-earned cash if you dislike 3D.

 

[Sydle]

Good guy, but he was a bit of a hothead at times, derailed threads of subject matter he didn't care for (e.g., Kinect), and was difficult to deal with directly. Hope they find someone like Opiate or Stumpo to replace him.

 

[DonMigs85]

That's like buying a Wii and never ever trying the motion controls, it's really dumb the whole thing is geared toward 3D for X's sake.

Well, it's also more powerful than the old DS so even if you never use or can't see the 3D effect it's still worthwhile. Nintendo made it totally optional. But absolutely refusing to even try the 3D for a bit because of your personal principles is pretty extreme and just makes him seem like a stubborn bigot.

 

[Night_Trekker]

Yes, you are unable to use the ignore list on mods.

I had lyre on my ignore list. He was just that bad before he became a mod.

 

[Mael]

The 3D is an add-on, and at its new price, I would say you aren't even paying for it anymore and it becomes a system more worthy of your hard-earned cash if you dislike 3D.

Yeah but he bought it with the high price tag and all, I mean it even kills the battery life and all.
Most games aren't even that much of a looker because of that!
I mean it, it's like in 2006 buying a ps3 and having no interest in anything HD!

Well, it's also more powerful than the old DS so even if you never use or can't see the 3D effect it's still worthwhile. Nintendo made it totally optional. But absolutely refusing to even try the 3D for a bit because of your personal principles is pretty extreme and just makes him seem like a stubborn bigot.

That doesn't make him a bigot, that makes him unable to make rational choices!
If he had no interest in 3D and looking at the current lineup it's certainly not for the games that he bought it so...considering that he already had a DS why the hell did he not wait until the games he wanted were there?

 

[DICKS AHOY]

Yes, you are unable to use the ignore list on mods.

... Oh.

 

[DonMigs85]

I had lyre on my ignore list. He was just that bad before he became a mod.

Dunno if you checked Evilore's explanation earlier, but Lyre was actually Dragona's partner and they would often log in under each other's names. That's what led to their dismissal.

 

[jaxword]

A thought: What if NeoGAF instituted a mod with no posting abilities? Obviously this would have to be a very special type of person, because the mod's reasoning when taking an action usually has to be explained.

Maybe only the ability to post when closing a thread? But that seems to be way too complicated.

This is a good idea.

Or, alternatively, have the mods turn off their "mod status' when they're arguing and turn it back on when they have their duties. Then they can argue and debate without abusing their power.

 

[Night_Trekker]

Dunno if you checked Evilore's explanation earlier, but Lyre was actually Dragona's partner and they would often log in under each other's names. That's what led to their dismissal.

I read about it, yeah. The drama behind the scenes is stranger than any of us can imagine, I'm sure.

 

[Dali]

I had lyre on my ignore list. He was just that bad before he became a mod.

So what you're saying is now is the time to ignore Ami for fear he may be reinstated at some point in time and you lose the ability... if one were so inclined to use ignore lists that is.

 

[Spokker]

I mean it, it's like in 2006 buying a ps3 and having no interest in anything HD!

Not everybody has an HD TV!
Not everybody wants an HD TV!
Some people want to play new games and don't mind the same TV resolution they've been playing games at for decades!

Just because a device has a feature it does not mean you have to use it. It does not mean the device doesn't have other qualities that make it attractive. I would prefer to purchase a cheaper device that omits the feature I don't need, but if I want to play PS3 games I have to take the Blu-ray even though I don't care about Blu-ray movies, to give one example.

If he had no interest in 3D and looking at the current lineup it's certainly not for the games that he bought it so...considering that he already had a DS why the hell did he not wait until the games he wanted were there?

Because he lacks self-control. It is common for people to purchase games and systems they don't really want just to be a part of the launch and give their dumb opinions about it or whatever.

I'm talking about you too, Mael. You do this. I have screenshots. I will use them in Internet court against you.

 

[The Technomancer]

A thought: What if NeoGAF instituted a mod with no posting abilities? Obviously this would have to be a very special type of person, because the mod's reasoning when taking an action usually has to be explained.

He has a name, and it is Account Approval #1

EDIT: Wait, is that not a thing any more? I could have sworn there were a few specialized admin accounts.

 

[Zeliard]

He has a name, and it is Account Approval #1

And that dude is stingy.

 

[jaxword]

It's tough to find a happy medium. What kind of person would I trust with this responsibility? Based on his history, probably Opiate. But then again, I really appreciate his posts.

I think the person we'd trust the most to be a non-posting mod would end up being an individual that we want to talk to, anyway.

You'd have to find someone mature enough to resist posting, but willing to still put the effort into reading and be willing to post ONLY to stop the rulebreaking.

Would take a hell of a volunteer to give up the purpose of messageboards: expressing your opinion.

 

[butter_stick]

I would like to know more about Account Approval 1. What are his biases? What are his priorities?

Likes: people provided with email addresses by employers or educational facilities
Dislikes: unemployed, uneducated people.

 

[JaseC]

I would like to know more about Account Approval 1. What are his biases? What are his priorities?

Where is he? What is he doing?

 

[Wazzim]

This thread makes me want to create some GAF soap serie :lol
Yeah Amir0x was pretty hard in discussion, maybe too much for a mod but not too strange compared to the regular members. I think this, in the end, is better for everyone.

 

[Cubsfan23]

Didn't even know he was a mod......which means he did a good job.

 

[Night_Trekker]

So what you're saying is now is the time to ignore Ami for fear he may be reinstated at some point in time and you lose the ability... if one were so inclined to use ignore lists that is.

That would indeed work, yes.

 

[Mael]

Not everybody has an HD TV!
Not everybody wants an HD TV!
Some people want to play new games and don't mind the same TV resolution they've been playing games at for decades!

Just because a device has a feature it does not mean you have to use it. It does not mean the device doesn't have other qualities that make it attractive. I would prefer to purchase a cheaper device that omits the feature I don't need, but if I want to play PS3 games I have to take the Blu-ray even though I don't care about Blu-ray movies, to give one example.

That's totally NOT what I meant.
If someone HATES the HD resolution and what it does when put in SD tvs, in 2006 they would have to be masochists to buy a ps3, especially since it was so expensive!
If you hate 3D, you aren't going to go out of your way to buy a 3DS if it has no games you want.

 

[Yoshiya]

Would take a hell of a volunteer to give up the purpose of messageboards: expressing your opinion.

I lurk a lot more than I post, even as an active member. I'm sure I'm not alone.

 

[Magicpaint]

I remember when Mods didn't have the colour to indicate they were mods, I dunno but I think that probably gave the forum a more laid back feel, but I can see why the red colours came too. GAF threads can go down south very quickly without a mod to set things straight.

Amir0x, I remember when he was modded I was very surprised because I assumed with the way he presented his opinions and such he would be very ban trigger happy, but it didn't seem like it long after he was modded and though I am 50/50 as far as agreeing with him (we've had a few arguments in the past but nothing serious at all), I just never paid attention to his mod status. I don't think he was a bad mod in terms of actual moderating duties (i.e. issuing out warnings/bans etc), but I think the way he presented his opinions and the red colour attached to his name made situations involving with him seem much worse. I guess in a way now he is demoted people will be able to tolerate him better. When he is being very constructive, his posts are a delight to read.