PC Freedom of Speech

Started by I'm so HM02 May 17th, 2016 8:37 PM
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I'm so HM02

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Age 31
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Seen December 6th, 2016
Posted September 6th, 2016
281 posts
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Does anyone feel like your afraid to say something here because a moderator or a "popular" member won't like it? I do, loads of times and if you say something, everyone agrees with them you get outclassed because of your "status". I think that it is unfair that only popular members get booming posts and threads, while guys like my rank get 5 or so, mostly because I'm not "good enough". I know a mod will see this and probably hate on me, but since this is my first offense a warning should happen. I just know that everyone ignores you unless your a big shot, so don't try. For example, I posted a positive message for new members about "being who you want to be" after the Are you popular or unpopular post. I got 0 likes, but a bullish mod received 5 likes for being cocky. I think it's sorta a dictatorship on who is who. I know this will be removed, but I don't care. I want to be heard and if this is the only was, so be it.....
Opinions are opinions, and are of equal validity. They don't suddenly become more valid just because you've been here years and have a high post count. Similarly, a good topic is a good topic, and it doesn't matter who makes it.

Personally, if people don't like what I have to say, they can either call me out on it and we can discuss it, or not read it. The site has block features if it bothers them that much. If I'm going to post, I will say exactly what I mean and mean exactly what I say, and if that upsets others, it's just tough luck. I'm not posting to be popular, or for likes, or whatever else. I'm posting for me, to make my voice heard, because I want to.

I don't see these things as a dictatorship, persay. People find certain personality types more agreeable than others, sure, but that doesn't mean you HAVE to be that way if you want people to like you. I'm a complete prick, and a lot of people who know of me don't like me or are completely indifferent to me. That said, there are people here who are willing to accept me for who I am and (apparently) even like me for it. It's the same on every forum, and in life in general: you can't please everyone.

What you describe is an in-site popularity contest, maybe, but then in my experience post count in no way reflects your value as a member - as is evidenced by the fact that there the post counts of staff members varies wildly, as does their join date - and people don't much care about likes, especially as you're the only one who can see how many you have, and most people use the like system because a post makes them laugh, or because a member makes a point they were going to make themselves. The problem you're describing, to me, is more that you feel people don't notice you. The only way to be noticed is to post more in places, start good topics, and actively interact with others through VM, PM, Discord, or whatever method you're most comfortable with. If you're going to compare yourself to someone who does all these things and more besides, of course you're going to feel inadequate, or ignored.

I doubt my words would mean much to you because you'd probably regard me as one of those "popular" members to whom this would apply...although if you think that I'd suggest going and seeing how many replies I get in Pokemon of the Day sometimes, or how many of my VG discussion threads have had a couple of replies - from the dedicated regulars who reply to literally everything - and then coming back and telling me that.

Her

Age 29
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i just don't think it's that serious, darling.

like... people aren't implying that you're not good enough, it's just that people tend to gravitate towards those with more exuberant personalities and/or perceived social status higher than their own. similarly, a quick 'sound bite' is probably going to get more likes than a Genuine Heartfelt Expression because it's easier to engage with a quick joke. you're speaking out of anger due to this perception of willing dismissal towards you, when it's simply that, well, other people have been more noticeable than you.

to be blunt, pc has never been anything more than a microcosm of the high school experience, though with noticeably higher age ranges - how you deal with that is up to you. are you going to let this ruin your day? are you going to devalue your own thoughts based on the possible non-interaction of those around you? surely you can find healthier paths than that? i notice you have a particularly low post count. interact more, spread yourself out. the people you are unhappy with are largely interconnected through various interests not just to do with pokemon and have accordingly developed bonds because of that. it's just not healthy to fixate on something as inconsequential as this.

I'm so HM02

Banned

Age 31
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Your worst nightmare!!!
Seen December 6th, 2016
Posted September 6th, 2016
281 posts
8.3 Years
i just don't think it's that serious, darling.

like... people aren't implying that you're not good enough, it's just that people tend to gravitate towards those with more exuberant personalities and/or perceived social status higher than their own. similarly, a quick 'sound bite' is probably going to get more likes than a Genuine Heartfelt Expression because it's easier to engage with a quick joke. you're speaking out of anger due to this perception of willing dismissal towards you, when it's simply that, well, other people have been more noticeable than you.

to be blunt, pc has never been anything more than a microcosm of the high school experience, though with noticeably higher age ranges - how you deal with that is up to you. are you going to let this ruin your day? are you going to devalue your own thoughts based on the possible non-interaction of those around you? surely you can find healthier paths than that? i notice you have a particularly low post count. interact more, spread yourself out. the people you are unhappy with largely interconnected through various interests not just to do with pokemon and have accordingly developed bonds because of that. it's just not healthy to fixate on something as inconsequential as this.
So, your saying an unhealthy rivilary with a certain H-Staff member is not good as well?

Her

Age 29
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So, your saying an unhealthy rivilary with a certain H-Staff member is not good as well?
you just described it as unhealthy, so i'll let you figure that out.

Nah

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Does anyone feel like your afraid to say something here because a moderator or a "popular" member won't like it?
Say it anyway. "I don't like it" isn't a valid reason for staff to delete or lock or infract anything.

Better to get it out there and have nothing happen at all than just let it fester inside.
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JJ Styles

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Does anyone feel like your afraid to say something here because a moderator or a "popular" member won't like it?
Nope. I'm pretty much cool what whatever the heck i say. Heck almost 85% of my posts in Video Games contain pretty much references to blood, gore, and sweet delicious ultraviolence as if I'm talking about how enjoyable that is for me, even though I know by heart that this is STILL A POKEMON forum, and its safely assumed that as a Pokemon forum, stuff regarding delicious ultra violence isn't a norm. Heck my DOOM thread (a thread to talk about the new DOOM game and Doom as a series and franchise in general) recently got the "(Mature)" tag just to let people know that its a Doom thread, but I was cool with it anyway. Its still good to know the whole nature of this very forum.

I've gotten my fair share of warnings not because i was expressing my opinions, but I was just simply putting unnecessary profanity in my posts. If you are to express your opinion on something that's very civil and very well thought off, then you shouldn't have anything to worry about. The cleaner you sound, sounding off your opinion, the more impact it should feel to those who are reading.

And yes, I'm saying this with that much confidence. Heck I already know a couple of members in PC with lower post counts, later join dates, and just whatever, and they are still way EDGIER than i am, yet they aren't afraid to say stuff.

So do yourself a favor and just stay cool and civil. Its okay to say your opinion. But don't slam some of the staff because you perceive them to be these "thread huggers"
I am going to be bluntly honest with you because honestly, you need to hear it. These types of threads and posts are why people are so hesitant to get to know you here. Ever since you joined PC, you have come off as very whiny about things and you have placed your sole focus of being a member here on "popularity" or "rank" instead of having fun and engaging within the community. If you don't take the time to put yourself out there and get to know people within the forums, you are never going to be happy here. Threads like this just make you seem like someone who is thirsting for attention on a Pokemon forum and that is a MAJOR turnoff. At least for me. Now I am not going to sugarcoat things and tell you that forum popularity isn't a thing, because it is. Staff are naturally going to stand out more and there is nothing that anyone can do about that. Does it mean staff are better members? No, it just means that they put forth the effort within the community to achieve their rank and are doing everything they can to better it. Anyways, I don't want this post to seem like an attack towards you because it is not at all; I just want you to realize that you aren't going to be the center of attention all the time and unless you put yourself out there in a positive way within the community, you are going to get lost. Simple as that.

Here are some small things you could do to get involved in the community more:

1. Post here in the Treehouse- A lot of the community comes here to chill and relax so naturally it is a laid back place to start getting involved with others.
2. Post in the Playground or Pokemon Trivia- Again, laid back forums where people go just to have fun and make friends.
3. Come chill at the Discord or Battle Servers- Great places to get to know people.
4. VM people without complaining about staff members- Spark up a conversation with someone without the topic being your problems with staff.

good luck

Jetfire

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Posted March 22nd, 2021
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Meloetta's avatar accurately describes my expression when I first saw your thread.

Dude, it's not that serious. I'd understand your frustration if these "popular" members were actually getting paid for the amount of attention or likes they receive. I know your heart is in the right place but you're getting worked up over nothing. Once you start letting go of the small details, you'll start having fun here.

gimmepie

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I'm not even getting involved here but I feel like someone should probably point out that Hashtag's been on PC for a very long time and s currently on his third tenure as a mod.
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Klippy

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Posted February 19th, 2022
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Second note: half of this thread is appropriate for discussion and the other half seems to be personal. If you have a problem with a member of staff, direct it to an admin or smod. If you have a problem with an admin or smod, direct it to Rukario.

Don't bring it out to this thread. I'll be removing and infracting anyone who chooses to air their dirty laundry here. Thanks.

Locking this since it just look to be drama and people attempting to be funny. Thanks to those of you who gave the OP thoughtful responses.