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The thing is with 'negativity' is that unless you're a masochist/sadist, it's something that drives you away. Now. You can focus on the happy snappy stuff all you want, but the reality is still there. I didn't make this post to have a debate. I made this post to open some eyes and maybe, just maybe, get things changed in MD that SHOULD change. No anyone should ever have to deal with the superficial crap of being treated poorly simply because they're lower on the totem pole, or because they're 'not a vet.' Edit: I realize that I made a sweeping generality in my original post, however, as I said before, the majority of people are like that. If you go back and re read some of the comments that people have made, and turned some posts into an entire drama mongering thread, then you might realize what I am saying.

That is true, Mister Airis. But what my point is, is people often ignore things that go on around them and passing them off as things that don't matter, won't matter, or can't be changed. When I stood up for Pample, When I fought for her right to be treated respectfully due to the lies that were spread around, did she get her justice? No. Did Anyone give her her justice? No. Instead, she was ignored, harassed, insulted and is still cared less about by people. Why do I use Pample as an example? It isn't because she's my past [and present] Protector, it's because she is a good example of what I am talking about. When her being was defended, almost everyone who knew her did not bother to try and change what was going on. And look. Jester is here, and he struck again. Or, or even when Fenrir stole artwork. Amoran Spoke up, told the truth and reported it. Did anyone listen? no. But yet he still got out scotch free. Or even, Dst hunting people down just for her own desires. How many people do you know actively try to change things that happen? There is a lot of ignorance in the world, and a lot of people seem to want to ignore things rather than accept them. A lot of people think that things are acceptable because they get away with it. And a lot of people think it is acceptable to ignore things simply because they don't want to deal with it.

You clearly still don't understand that you WILL get banned by an LHO.

No. I do not see what I want to see. I am not the only one who sees this. There are a lot of people who left due to the way that people act in this game. For you to assume such a thing that I am skewing what goes on, is bs.

This wasn't entirely meant for those who do well in MD. There are those like Brulant, Amberune, Passant, etc. who are quite neutral in a sense, however, a good 60% [just a random guess off of what I noticed.] of MD is what I explained up there. Edit: yes, they are what make MD worth playing, however. There are certain people who ruin it for everyone and I will not stand for it.

HOWEVER it IS a bannable offense for abusing it! [quote]I can silence and toadspeak anyone I feel like[/quote] was what I was referring to. You cannot just do whatever the damned well you feel like doing. There is a thread which confirms what I stated. http://magicduel.invisionzone.com/topic/4937-abuse-of-silence-spell/page__hl__%2Bsilence+%2Bspell__fromsearch__1

When I first came to MD, I came here to have some necessary time away from some unnecessary drama. The concept was interesting. The people seemed friendly. It really wasn't until I spent more time in MD that I realized how awfully selfish and vindictive these people are. There have been times in which people have always talked about the fact that MD is dying. That more people aren't coming in. In one topic, Mur stated something of this nature: "I don't care that people leave MD. If they leave, it's because they cannot understand it, so consider it a filter of sorts."* However.... can you account that for the people who have left due to circumstances that do not regard mechanics of the game, but the people that reside in it? A lot of newbies leave because they can't understand the game's concepts, it's true. A portion of them leave because they get bored with a lack of things to do. Another portion... leave because of how they are treated for the things they question and their lack of understanding. If everyone is so ignorant, then why don't we educate them? No one will, unless they have some sort of personal goal in mind. I have become increasingly sick and tired of MD. It was just one notch above another, one thing ticking the hand closer to midnight. I can tolerate a lot of crap, but there are just some things you cannot tolerate over long periods of time. Even a rock eventually crumbles to sand from the waves pounding it. You know, I am not the first person to make this connection about MD. When Granos made his parting, he commented on it, until someone changed the entire post for kicks. The people in MD go out of their way to attack people. To one up them and get what they want. This game is more about your social ties than the actual things you have. The social aspect of it, is what truly ruins the game. If there truly was a bug to be exterminated, it would be the terrible way a lot of people are treated. When someone makes a mistake due to a misunderstanding of the rules, people say with quite ease that they should have read something, that they should have asked, or that they should have done a list of things that the suppsoed crime holder did not do. They go out of their way to attack someone, and to even so far as to brand one for said crime. But those who do something major, which ultimately could do something terrible for the game itself, they get off with hardly a scratch. Sure, there are repercussions, but it takes time and time again for that person to prove that they mean no good before things are done. How many casualties is MD going to take before finally pinning down the bad guy? I admit, I am no angel myself. I too, am one of the harsher voices in MD. But the thing is, we all are involved with it. You might question why I write this. You might brush it off as a rant, or as something that won't make a difference. Personally... I don't see it as making a difference. I'm just putting it out here for all to see. One thing that irks me about MD is... when people try to make a difference, they get shot down before they even try. When someone speaks up and tells the truth, no one believes them. If I happen to get 5 + rep points for this, or even a bunch of people that say "oh ya! I agree with you totally!" It won't matter. Because I know of someone who did this exact same thing. Someone who stood up for what was right. What happened was, she was yelled at. Insulted. Completely attacked by a group of people in game for this. Why should she be chastised for doing something right, when just by me saying for people to grow some spines, I get applauded? We are nothing different. However.... I realize that nothing will change. Dst will continue to harass people and chase them out of the game. Sasha Lilias will still abuse her alts. Kings will continue to think they hold all the power and are invincible. People will still be as bitter and self imposed as they always have been. No one seems to better their selves through helping people any more. Now it just seems they do it through stupid means. I too, will leave. I don't know when exactly, but I know one thing for sure. If the people who are actually trying to make a difference in MD are being wronged constantly, then I want none of it. if the people who actually ruin things for others get gifts, and rewarded.... I want none of it. You can only blame yourselves for what you all have done to the game of MD. *Is no way to be mistaken as a direct quote.

The newspaper is a dud. No one wants to do anything except raise their crits, get wishpoints and complain. The entire thing would turn vindictive, I am sure, considering how MOST people in MD are as such.

You CANNOT just silence anyone that you choose. The silence spell is to be used against those spamming, and cursing. NOT for fun and play time. You got it?

Again, I would have to agree with Amoran. The use of the Accoustic remains is not to go hunting down people. Dst is NOT someone who was given the right to go searching for people, humiliating them and overall harassing them by posting their name, location and what ever they were doing. She is an LHO, NOT a police officer.

I have to agree with what Sasha has been saying. I am SICK and TIRED of all the harassment going on in this game. Where are all your spines, people? WHY AREN'T YOU STEPPING UP FOR WHAT YOU BELIVE FOR? It's because you think that nothing will be done, right? Wrong. There was absolutely NO need for this behavior. This is MALICIOUS and VINDICTIVE behavior simply because Dst dislikes Innocence and most of all, only wants to run people out of the game for her own personal pleasure.

I like this post. If my personal feelings towards RP didn't get in the way, I'd totally participate in some proper role play myself.

There is actually a huge menagerie of people. We're all just hiding... *wink.* ; D

Exactly. If we had more people who would bust their buts and do things instead of using the ally for what it is like Vanasia, then we could have a good ally. But there won't be anything happening until we get more people part of it.

Do not worry about your spelling due to language difficulty. The creator himself is from Romania and we have a diversity of people from different countries which do not have English as their native language.

Why not the mask idea, however, have there be a mirror somewhere in there with the opposing reflection of the mask? Such as, have the mirror above the mask showing its reflection with Peace's idea at the sides of it.

I was referencing that to Rhaegar's and Chewett's response. I including LS considering that what we do is in lieu with what the archivists do. I understand what you mean, though, Mur. It just seemed like Necrovion turned out to be the big tourist attraction that everyone wanted to get into because it was 'closed.'

I can let Ivorak know.

The only reason why Archivists haven't gotten anything done is.. well, oh gee, [b]there were only 2 of them. [/b]Je suis abandoned MD, Ivorak and Pample left for Necrovion, Renavoid was just... Renavoid. And he left, too. Rendril codes for MD and Inno has a life outside of MD. Would it really seem fair to point the dirty finger at people for living a life of their own, or even maybe helping MD in itself? And really... how often is it that there is actually stuff to record that people aren't stuffing up in their yim convos or their 'secret' meetings, eh? What exactly is out there to be palpable and researchable instead of it being a bunch of stupid fluff that people will discredit and claim never happened? Nothing. Nothing is out there and you know why? Because people are stuck up their egos and their information hoarding that they fail to realize the impact of what happens. I have heard it said over and over again that there is nothing to record. Nothing to convey into writing. That NOTHING was going on. Especially by some of the 'veterans.' They say that the archivists that the legend speakers are obsolete. And now,at the first major thing that happens, you go and say that we're not doing our job!? For christ's sake. How can you even make the assumption? Fyrd has TRIED making the community get more actively involved. If there's anything you have to blame, blame the people who don't care enough to be involved except in their little bubble of spice and flowers. Now. On topic: It is sad that Necrovion has to fall due to the blundering of its 'king.' But as Peace has said, perhaps a fresh beginning would be best for all.

The one Tipu had posted, in regards to Jail tags. Mur knew there would be bugs, hence the statement of: Come to those who have the ability to change it. Not a direct quote, but it's up there in bold.

And do you understand that if people had wanted to get things done that they should read things properly and contact those who should be contacted? It said right in the announcement to speak to those who have the ability to, to remove your jail tag.

Well, unless people start actually READING the announcements and getting off their arses to speak to the man, then yes. They will perpetually be sent back to Jail until they get their tag removed.

There is no need to apologize. We all make our mistakes.

Draguul, this is the area in which your Character's Story is told... Now, if you had a question, you could have a Mod move this to the proper section. Or, you could have PM'd Udgard himself with your query. Edit: He never claimed he was an expert. He said he was studying under Peace. One could be a scholor, and still learn, as it will be their profession in the future. I see no reason why anyone would ever demean him for learning things about Necrovion. I certainly see no reason why he shoul dhave to go for something 'lesser' just because of some imaginary fact that people would argue at him for it. If he wants it to be his role, then by damn, LET IT BE HIS ROLE. As long as he's learning the things he's learning, and making strides to become a better person within this role, then there is absolutely nothing wrong with what he is doing. Perhaps he wants to better Necrovion. Or maybe he wishes to do something for MD in the future. everyone has that capability. To belittle them and suggest they go for something lesser is ridiculous.

I apologize. I had thought that the reason for ID collecting was to retrieve guild items when they went inactive, as you said that it was a precautionary measure.