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Post by High King Peter Pevensie on Apr 13, 2009 16:47:47 GMT -5
The time has come for this important update. On RTN, I know we all play jokes on each other, playfully insult, chat with, and generally act like siblings. That is not only what draws me to this site even in the worst of my moods, but it's what keeps me here and keeps me grounded. I'm happy we have such a relationship that we can joke and play with each other.
On the other hand, I think we all have noticed times when jokes seemingly have gone too far, and the joker doesn't understand that they have offended someone. Because we are friends via the internet, and thereby can not read each other's faces, tones, or body language, we are unable to tell when our friends are joking back to us, or when they are seriously upset or hurt by our words.
So, starting today, a code phrase will be used. If you are ever in a situation where you feel like the joker has really bothered you, and you can't cope with it anymore, please use this:
"I'm at the end of my leash."
I know... it's kind of a silly phrase, but I wanted to pick one that we do not use on a day to day basis so that it obviously refers to this post. If this is used in the Cbox, Games, Rumors... any board on the website and even into AIM or MSN, the joker MUST stop. If, for whatever reason, the joker doesn't stop, I would like the victim of the situation to document everything that follows there after and report it to the admin.
Lyanne and I aren't joking about this. If someone uses this phrase, and you continue on with it, I'm thinking terms of suspension or even banning depending on the offense. If you think you didn't do anything wrong, turn off the computer, walk away, and do something else. Later, you can discuss it rationally with the person and find out what upset them so you can still be pals.
Again, this message isn't to point at anyone specifically... if anything it would be directed to myself. It's just a way to maintain the fun of the site without stepping or trodding on anyone's feelings. It just gives us a way to regulate our pranks and jokes. The rumor thread is still open, games are still around... you're welcome to do everything you used to... but if someone says that phrase the conversation has to change and quickly.
Thank you so much for being wonderful wonderful members and friends!
To prove that you have read this, please write your name below... and any thoughts if you have them. You know we are always welcome to suggestions. 
Ah yes. And one more thing. I understand we are all naturally curious about situations, (and again, this isn't directed towards anyone specifically because I myself have done it), but unless the situation involves you, or if you are staff and are thereby involved, it would be wise to stay away from it. If something serious happens that the site needs to know about, the staff will discuss it and then talk about it to the general members. No staff member will thank you for butting in on their business, and if anything talk among people creates more gossip which results in more drama. The drama llama is acceptable in roleplay, but not welcomed out of character. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2009 16:50:50 GMT -5
Ruben has read and understood
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Post by Lady Lyanne Danell on Apr 13, 2009 16:54:22 GMT -5
Anne: I am Lyanne, and I APPROVE this message!
Dagg: -sings I have a lovely Bunch of cocunutss-.. read it...
Christa: Here and read and still -stabs the Peter- for good measure of course. |
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Post by puddleglum on Apr 13, 2009 16:55:03 GMT -5
Puddleglum has read the document and approves to its wishes.
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Post by sibran on Apr 13, 2009 17:05:07 GMT -5
Sibran
Jae Yu
Yasmin
Edmund
have read and understood the message. xD |
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Post by Queen Susan Pevensie on Apr 13, 2009 17:06:33 GMT -5
Su, Dary, and Jadis have read and understood : )
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Post by High King Peter Pevensie on Apr 13, 2009 17:08:37 GMT -5
I feel like everyone is scared of me now....
Peter: -stabs Christa with a rusty sspoon.
Me: Perhaps that's why.
Peter: -grins- Sorry....
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Post by caladwen on Apr 13, 2009 17:08:52 GMT -5
Cally and Mirasio Fiber Bar has read this XD
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Post by Lady Lyanne Danell on Apr 13, 2009 17:12:35 GMT -5
Anne: Oo oo oO OO... -blinks- Oh my..
Dagg: -continues to hum I have a lovely Bunch of cocunutss-.. and drinks...
Christa: -ish stabbed-... I want my TRUFFLE! -tackles Peter- |
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Post by goddess on Apr 13, 2009 17:17:31 GMT -5
Narcissa has read this message.
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Post by King Raoul II on Apr 13, 2009 17:27:27 GMT -5
Read it!
Sincerely,
King Raoul Farrenheart of Archenland
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Post by Koleira on Apr 13, 2009 18:24:53 GMT -5
I have read it.
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Post by Thalia Earlshire on Apr 13, 2009 21:04:24 GMT -5
Thallys' here! And so is Hyori, and erm.. Lune.  |
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Post by Philip Scrubb on Apr 13, 2009 22:40:41 GMT -5
Philip as read and totally understands
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