“..that apparently doesn’t apply to the forum’s administrators.”

I know there are rules that dictate major aspects of forum posts to keep a clean and controlled environment for the SSMB community, but you can only stretch admin’s and mods’ rights so far. I had a similar encounter with an admin on SSMB that was very hypocritical. Not only that, but the conversation I had with this undisclosed individual was pretty one-sided and cynical. Finally I said forget it. Not only is it not worth joining a community that smacks the Sonic franchise whenever possible on front page headlines that also proclaims to be a “fansite,” but also because of the negative atmosphere and tone the condescending moderators and admins contribute.

This comment sounds pretty condescending too, so I’ll attempt to lighten it up a little. I don’t believe all Sonic fans are corrupt at all. Certain communities could do a better job in coming across as inviting or more open to others’ views, but once you find a good group of people to talk to in a forum, it’s hard not to enjoy yourself.

What it comes down to is this: I disagree with Roarey being so negligent of Kuta’s work to mouth off and criticize his character on a personal level. He has higher responsibilities as the admin to a “fansite” to just insult someone who is trying so hard to put forth productive effort for the community. He said it himself even!

“Most people who really have a passion go out and make things happen, they don’t whore themselves on every conceivable Sonic site.”

Kuta’s doing both. Not only is he working hard to get that movie out there, but he’s also advertising. Roarey, consult with your community before speaking up. Geez man.

That’s all I’ll say about it.. if you want to comment or critisize or even correct anything I’ve said I’d be honored to have that attention. I just feel like defending myself again by saying I don’t think poorly of the Sonic community or of Roarey as a person, just certain actions of certain individuals drive me up the wall.

@Roarz: Quite frankly, this is going to be a hot potato regardless of whether you allow or ban this. To quote WarGAMES “Sometimes the best move is not to play.” You chose to play by banning talk on the fan film and for that, you have none to blame but yourself.

@Tristan: Haters aside, you do tend to get a bad rap for treating the site like a personal soapbox. While it’s impossible NOT to inject opinion into certain topics, a little restraint can do wonders to reputation, in my opinion

@Dreadley: So much for the master plan of ignoring TSSZ, huh? With all due respect, TSSNET as a whole needs to reach a modus vivendi with TSSZ and soon. Mark my words, this rift is going to be even worse for the Sonic community than Sonic 06

@Everyone else: As far as things go, I don’t believe censoring discussion is a viable means of allowing the Sonic community to grow. While I agree trolls and other low forms of Internet life will always crop up where users gather, good common sense needs to prevail when dealing with topics such as these. All-out bans on discussion of certain topics only serve to inflame people rather than create dialogue and keep conversation going between fans.

In short, Tristan and Dreadley: MAKE NICE ALREADY! (apoligies for the shouting)

-Biafra Republic

Don’t fall for the trap, people.

Those who are sick of it have never been in a community for another character for this long. The ammounts of drama this fanbase generates is one of the best I’ve ever seen.