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Old 06-10-2007, 06:17 PM   #46
 
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Re: I need your ideas.

The chat room idea seems great. Most of the time all we do is chat anyway. So why not have a place where we can do that.
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Old 06-10-2007, 08:53 PM   #47
 
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Re: I need your ideas.

Tifa, no-one is angry or upset because of what you are bringing up. In fact, that is the sort of thing I really do want to hear.

The general idea isn't so much to grow the member count, though outsiders finding enough of interest in the forum to want to join, and stay, is certainly a goal. It is more to revive the forum for the members we have, and entice some of our older members to return/post more. Many have left because of what they see as a downturn in the quality of the forum overall.

What we all seem to have thrashed out so far that the majority is in agreement with is..

Upgrade of the forum and RPG: That is going to happen. Can't give a timeframe though because it depends on when Shaggy has the time to do it.

Introduce an IRC: Again, this will happen.

Delete Spamtastic: No, it won't happen.

New forum areas for other games and member activities: Yes, will happen.

Ban on IM/leet/internet speak in any area outside Spamtastic: Yes, will happen.

Something else that will happen is a revamp of the forum overall. Nothing will be deleted, but some forums may be renamed, moved to different catagories ect. The aim will be to make different areas of the forum easier to navigate. I have noticed music/TV/movies threads are still being posted in Off Topic instead of That Entertainment where they should be probably because it is under another catgory and hard to find. Names and discriptions will be made clearer on all forums as well.

None of this will start until after the forum is upgraded.
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Old 06-11-2007, 01:16 AM   #48
 
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Re: I need your ideas.

Another suggestion if its possible make it where when your sending a pm you can use an insert use adress out of your friends list like when you send an email just an idea.
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Old 06-11-2007, 01:35 AM   #49
 
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Re: I need your ideas.

I like that idea Blackstar...like a carbon copy (CC) system...send to multiple friends with one PM...that would be cool! *givesthumbsup*

Edit: PHEW!!! I've been busy. I merged several duplicate threads under both 'General Discussion' and 'FFVII' section.' I'll continue to do this as long as Ark doesn't have a problem.

Most notably was this thread: http://www.ffnet.net/forum/showthread.php?t=2584 It seemed to appear in several different ways/styles under the VII section.



Do you all feel ok with this???
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Old 06-11-2007, 06:56 AM   #50
 
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Re: I need your ideas.

I'm fine with it reason. The forum does need a clean up badly, so if you're willing to take the job on, go for it.
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Old 06-11-2007, 08:45 AM   #51
 
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Re: I need your ideas.

*gets ready to watch fecal matter hit a rotating cooling device...*

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Old 06-11-2007, 12:44 PM   #52
 
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Re: I need your ideas.

Yeah I think thats one of the problems...spam. Its ridiculous and I am not saying that I was not part of the making of it because I was...but most of the other people that were on here were here to talk about FF and we kinda traveled away from that and started talking about other things like our personal lives which is great and all but it belongs somewhere else...
I think mainly what we need is people like mods and junk to actually do their job. When you see somethig that makes no sense what so ever to the topic, get rid of it. Or tell the people that are posting to knock it off. Just "general" members can only do so much. I know for awhile the FF discussion was getting out of hand. One reason why I left. Nothing was ever done about those sections until it was blown way over board. The cleaning up the forum sounds like a good idea though. That one big thing it does need.
Sorry if I might have repeated everything somebody else might of said. I don't have the time to read every page word for word. Good luck with the cleaning.
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Re: I need your ideas.

I agree and I am glade we can all come to an understanding and things we like/want. I know we have admins, and mods, but if you guys ever need help I would be more than whilling as I am sure a lot of members who are here often are. Don't forget to ask your members who are hear a lot for help okay. XD

Also another thing I think would help this fourm A LOT, would be a new look. Diffrent layout. I know with my forums and other forums I take care of, we change the layout about every month to help give the forum a fresh feel. An atractive layout will help atract members, trush me. And again I would be more than whilling to help make that happen.

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Old 06-11-2007, 03:42 PM   #54
 
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Re: I need your ideas.

Same here. Atleast we are all agreeing on something huh? lol. Its...refreshing if I might say so myself. Same here. Tifa and I can get the job done if you ever need a break! lol. Wow we sound like a super hero team huh Tifa?
A new layout sounds awesome too! Instead of the same old same old give the people something new to look at. I think you should guys should go springy or something you know. For the whole weather outside. Something that attracts the eye thats all. LIKE BLUE! Or shades of yellow and pink? Instead if the same dank black, grey and white theme going on.
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Old 06-11-2007, 04:00 PM   #55
 
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Re: I need your ideas.

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The chat room idea seems great. Most of the time all we do is chat anyway. So why not have a place where we can do that.
Exactly, most of the forum's threads here have long become chat-boxes.

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Yeah I think thats one of the problems...spam. Its ridiculous and I am not saying that I was not part of the making of it because I was...but most of the other people that were on here were here to talk about FF and we kinda traveled away from that and started talking about other things like our personal lives which is great and all but it belongs somewhere else...
I think mainly what we need is people like mods and junk to actually do their job. When you see somethig that makes no sense what so ever to the topic, get rid of it. Or tell the people that are posting to knock it off. Just "general" members can only do so much. I know for awhile the FF discussion was getting out of hand. One reason why I left. Nothing was ever done about those sections until it was blown way over board. The cleaning up the forum sounds like a good idea though. That one big thing it does need.
Sorry if I might have repeated everything somebody else might of said. I don't have the time to read every page word for word. Good luck with the cleaning.
You do have a point with the moderating (sorry guys, but it is true). That isn't all their fault of course, as Shaggy and I haven't been around much to either manage moderation or ensure it is being carried out effectivly. As you all may have noticed however, I'm back, so the mods can expect whips to start cracking if they start slacking ;whi .

There is also the fact that members are all defacto mods. You all have the ability to report posts you find that break the rules. Please, don't be afraid of doing just that. The staff can't be everywhere and/or find everything, so every bit of help is appreciated .
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Re: I need your ideas.

^^ Wich is too very helpful. I think a few more mods would still be helpful. You know pick members you know you can rely on, who are on often. Maybe just one or two. Sometimes, a few extra never hurts.

Anyhow, again I am still pulling for a new look. I am sure Hydra could pull something off, what with his 1337 *sorry for that please let it go for now, but it is true *laughs** sig making skills, and I could always help. Kelley *Gackt* would know what I do about how a forum looks. I change mine all the time XD but again all ideas. I do like the idea of a chat, however I would still like the spam section to stay for a little entertainment. It doesn't hurt once and a while to be funny. O_O just make sure the IRC we can send files! That would be nice! *Doesitalreadyalongwithbittorrents* >.>
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Old 06-11-2007, 11:12 PM   #58
 
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Re: I need your ideas.

The forum will probably be different after the upgrade as this skin probably won't work with the new version of vb3. Stay tuned for that, as the final decision on the look is up to Shaggy, as skins ect are handled at the server level on this software.

We do have 5 supermods, and I feel that is enough for a forum of this size. If FFnet grows, we can look at adding more later on. A large bloated mod staff isn't healthy for a forum either, so a balance needs to maintained.
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Old 06-12-2007, 07:30 AM   #59
 
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...but most of the other people that were on here were here to talk about FF and we kinda traveled away from that and started talking about other things like our personal lives which is great and all but it belongs somewhere else...
I'm sorry that I'm not that interested anymore in Final Fantasy games, then. P:
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Re: I need your ideas.

I'm not trying to make myself look like a god or better than everyone else, nor am I just seeking admin status for personal gain - I have experience in building up forums from the technical standpoint. I'd be glad to dedicate what [little] time I have left with the forum overhaul if you need an extra hand. All these ideas that are thrown around will take some time - the new sections, clean up, possibly an IRC channel - and I'm willing to help out as needed. I leave on the 25th though.

And I think all members that have some experience with the logistics of a forum should step up to offer a hand - that's if the admin would like extra help.
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