Eccie has become ridiculous.

we are fucking adults on a message board. NONE of us should have to play a game. Realistically points should only be given out for outing someones identity or maybe mentioning the death of someone. Outside of that we are adults, if we don't like something block the person/mute them. I stay away from the sandbox for the most part. Originally Posted by paintedbynumbers

But then how will the people on a power trip stroke their egos?


Things like what have been going on here for years aren't new to the internet. Anyone who has used a message board, or even newsgroups if you go back further, had seen exactly what is happening here.


No difference between a being a pimple faced forum goer in the 90s starting flame wars and trying to bait people and doing the same in the 20s. Really is a shame.

We all play a pile of games everyday. Chosen and forced. That's part of life if you're going to interact with people. And many an adult pretends to be mature yet acts like a spoiled child. Some never really grew up mentally or emotionally.

Calling it a game calls it for what it is.

We're supposed to be here for fun and information exchange. Yet we're bitching about fairness in how we perceive rules are applied.

If you're doing that, you're neck deep in the game. It's naive to pretend otherwise.

Anyone who claims the rules apply equally to everyone here is also playing a game. It's obvious that they do not. I've gotten points for using exact quotes from certain posters, verbatim back at them.

None of us should have play these stupid games, especially when we're paying for access.

There is a thread happening right now that is literally calling for violence against fellow American citizens. Go ahead and pretend it isn't, if that's your prerogative.

There’s a simple solution for all the complainers. Just quit the site. Your life will be so much better. Just hang out on FB.

Anyone who claims the rules apply equally to everyone here is also playing a game. It's obvious that they do not. I've gotten points for using exact quotes from certain posters, verbatim back at them.

None of us should have play these stupid games, especially when we're paying for access.

There is a thread happening right now that is literally calling for violence against fellow American citizens. Go ahead and pretend it isn't, if that's your prerogative. Originally Posted by tommy156

they are applied equally. you got points for how you replied to those posts you quoted.


we all know what this thread is really about .. it's about a faction of posters who want "the poster who shall not be named" banned. that's not your call.


notice that "the poster who shall not be named" hasn't responded to this thread and never will. why should he? but he is laughing at all this hand wringing from afar. you can bet on that.


post a link to the thread you claim is so offensive. i'd be interested to see if it lives up to your claims.


better still ... RTM it and none of this "RTM is for pussies" nonsense.


it's worth repeating that the staff does not act solely on RTM's. they have stated this before. that feature is intended to be an aid to the staff but it certainly isn't the only reason people get infractions.


they also don't respond to mob rule.

they are applied equally. you got points for how you replied to those posts you quoted.


we all know what this thread is really about .. it's about a faction of posters who want "the poster who shall not be named" banned. that's not your call.


notice that "the poster who shall not be named" hasn't responded to this thread and never will. why should he? but he is laughing at all this hand wringing from afar. you can bet on that.


post a link to the thread you claim is so offensive. i'd be interested to see if it lives up to your claims.


better still ... RTM it and none of this "RTM is for pussies" nonsense.


it's worth repeating that the staff does not act solely on RTM's. they have stated this before. that feature is intended to be an aid to the staff but it certainly isn't the only reason people get infractions.


they also don't respond to mob rule.


Originally Posted by The_Waco_Kid

Exactly. Grown adults are so stupid. Bitching about air. But hey, a couple guys here know what’s going on!!! It’s all a game. You just have to learn how to play it. Mebbe they should offer an online course. Because they’re smarter than the rank in file. But that’s a low bar.

A true test would be if all parties would post in the national political forum the same way they do in Pittsburgh sandbox. I have noticed a few not posting nationally much anymore.
I'm just floating this suggestion to all concerned.

they are applied equally. you got points for how you replied to those posts you quoted.


we all know what this thread is really about .. it's about a faction of posters who want "the poster who shall not be named" banned. that's not your call. Originally Posted by The_Waco_Kid

It's adorable that you actually believe this, but I guarantee if someone started a thread calling for trump and/or his supporters to be "destroyed", it wouldn't last an afternoon without being closed and the OP given an infraction. Go ahead and try to disagree.

It's adorable that you actually believe this, but I guarantee if someone started a thread calling for trump and/or his supporters to be "destroyed", it wouldn't last an afternoon without being closed and the OP given an infraction. Go ahead and try to disagree. Originally Posted by tommy156

Will the posters of Pittsburgh sandbox take their same posting style to the national political forum for the test?
Seems a few don't post there much anymore. I'm wondering why? What's the difference?

Will the posters of Pittsburgh sandbox take their same posting style to the national political forum for the test?
Seems a few don't post there much anymore. I'm wondering why? What's the difference? Originally Posted by winn dixie

I think it's a safe bet to say they won't.

I think it's a safe bet to say they won't. Originally Posted by tommy156

Just one week. With the same posting spirit. Nothing to lose. Just a test.
Easy right?

They won't do it. And I'l also say this. I'm not posting on here to get Berry banned. I have no issue with the guy. I posted here because of one mod who would give points out to people for reasons nobody else would. Shockingly a bunch of you agreed with me. I don't post much in the sandbox and try to lay low. You want an AMP opinion I'm your guy. Any one of you who have messaged me with a question has gotten an honest answer from me. It's not hard to provide selfless insight here.

Curious. How many of you feel you would be pointed for this post?
https://www.eccie.net/showpost.php?p...1&postcount=15

I know I would given today's guidelines
Kept screenshot in case of editing

80% chance of points

Curious. How many of you feel you would be pointed for this post?
https://www.eccie.net/showpost.php?p...1&postcount=15

I know I would given today's guidelines
Kept screenshot in case of editing Originally Posted by winn dixie

Nice effort at a public RTM. I didn’t mention names or attack anyone personally. How many times have you cast a broad stroke of MAGA people being stupid? But you did get me for 5pts recently soldier. Look, I know you’ve dedicated your life to being some hooker board Bon Viant. Bravo to you.