[mGGNemesis]

To put things in perspective, this thread sets the guidelines for when a person(s) gets an infraction/ban/warning etc.

I would like to appeal for everyone to not over react and stay calm. Think of the bigger picture.

We are rather concerned about the recent state of e.g. the chatbox and some posts in threads and even some blogs which have crossed many lines lately.

I believe everyone is hoping for a good community where discussions, chit chats etc can take place. While I agree that each person can be entitled to speak his/her opinions, there is also the silent majority who may or may not agree with what is being said as well. And there have been feelings hurt and even angered.

No thanks to the episode(s) that occurred yesterday and recently, which concerns us greatly, I have heard at least 2 people who arent active in our chatbox but obviously do follow our chats, expressed their disappointment on the state of things or stuff said.

Is that what we really want? Do we really want a community with no guidelines for behaviour etc? So that people who really do cross the line can get away or think they can do whatever they like EVEN if it means to insult the community or person(s) that we know?

So before anyone get very upset and emotional and I know many who are attached to the site and the chatbox, I appeal to all to understand the rationale behind this thread and guidelines mentioned.

Please take a step back and consider that while we want an environment where we can express our opinions, have open discussions, share builds, frustrations (not the person) or to encourage each other etc etc, we do not want a toxic community either. And these guidelines is to attempt to achieve the kind of community I believe we all want.

It isnt just about sponsorship or whatever nout. It is just plain common sense and all of us wanting a community or be part of a community we can be proud of.

Can I appeal that we be more understanding, kind and respectful on whole?

The older mods are back, not to be nazi mods as claimed. They are back because they are also concerned for this site. In their own ways, they are trying to do what is best for the site.

Once again, I appeal for understanding and to consider the bigger picture. I'm not big with words but I hope that all of you can understand what I'm trying to say.

Thank you