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[Bullgrit]

Based on the behavior of an otter in another thread, it seems to be the intent of his arguing is just to argue, with no effort at logic or consistency.

There are a few, (2-3 -- we can probably all name them), who do seem to argue just to argue. They contridict their arguments and/or positions and/or styles between different threads against different posters. They will antagonize one poster just to keep an argument going. I won't assume reasons or cast aspersions at them, but I have put them on my ignore list, and that removes the static from my reception.

Bullgrit

 

[Homicidal_Squirrel]

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Note: Apparently just posting [redacted] is too short of a post here, so I had to add this note... deep.

 

[Zombie_Babies]

Can you explain this?

I believe that we're not supposed to respond to warned posts so I can't really get into the meat of your query. Can you try it again but in a different tone? We can probably get you an answer if you post something we're permitted to respond to. Thanks!

-ZB

 

[Homicidal_Squirrel]

I believe that we're not supposed to respond to warned posts so I can't really get into the meat of your query. Can you try it again but in a different tone? We can probably get you an answer if you post something we're permitted to respond to. Thanks!

-ZB

I did not see the red text when I posted, but in any case, I'll just retract my post.

 

[Umbran]

I believe that we're not supposed to respond to warned posts ...

If you can keep it civil, then there's no problem. If, however, you respond in kind, or with baiting language, there's apt to be a problem.

 

[Zombie_Babies]

If you can keep it civil, then there's no problem. If, however, you respond in kind, or with baiting language, there's apt to be a problem.

Cool, thanks for the clarification!

 

[sabrinathecat]

That was civil. Believe me. That was civil. I didn't name names or anything. Sure, someone could figure it out easily enough, but no names were named. If someone identifies himself as the origin of my comments, that's on him, isn't it?

Rephrasing? fine.

How does someone derive pleasure from arguing for the sake of arguing, when they are deliberately contradicting themselves and then belittling others for being illogical? What is the point? How is that entertaining? How is that anything but a waste of everyone's time?

 

[Homicidal_Squirrel]

That was civil. Believe me. That was civil. I didn't name names or anything. Sure, someone could figure it out easily enough, but no names were named. If someone identifies himself as the origin of my comments, that's on him, isn't it?

I'm not looking to argue with your, but calling someone adick, saying that arguing with them is like arguing with a for year old, saying there should be an"OTTer flag" So that people can ignore others, among the other colorful comments you made, is not being "civil."

Rephrasing? fine.

How does someone derive pleasure from arguing for the sake of arguing, when they are deliberately contradicting themselves and then belittling others for being illogical? What is the point? How is that entertaining? How is that anything but a waste of everyone's time?

I'd be willing to explain behavior to your, and why some fund certain things reinforcing while others don't, but at the moment you still seem to be having an emotional response. If you'd like, your can pm me, and later on I'll explain it to you.

 

[sabrinathecat]

It could be that I am mistaken, and it is just one or two people giving the Otters a bad name. That is why I came here for clarification.
I prefer to be direct, and occasionally blunt.
Given the nature of the internet and bulletin boards, it leaves less room for misinterpretation.

I hold many opinions that are not popular, and will argue them. I do so because that is what I actually believe.
I do not understand people who choose to be contrary for the sake of being contrary.

My question has been answered, more or less.
Please accept my apologies, for those of you who were offended for my undeserved comments.
The ignore function is a wonderful tool, and I shall simply use it on those who have shown themselves worthy.

 

[Kramodlog]

I hold many opinions that are not popular, and will argue them. I do so because that is what I actually believe.
I do not understand people who choose to be contrary for the sake of being contrary.

I your opinion. What is supposed to be contradictory?