ENWorld moderators are a joke

[Belen]

A few weeks back I posted a comment that game masters who didn't account for the possibility of character death in their encounter designs were "nitwits." The post was edited by Umbran and I was told that insulting other posters, even in general without specific reference to any individual poster, was outside of the site Code of Conduct.

Yesterday the following post appeared on the General RPG boardEmphasis added.)

I hit the "report post" twice and then later e-mailed two of the admins regarding the post and the overall quality of the moderators on the site. I received a "we'll look into it" reply from Piratecat, but when I looked back at the thread this morning, the post was still there. (As much as I agree with the poster's sentiment, the way it was expressed is wholly inappropriate, if indeed "general" taunts and insults are not tolerated under the CoC.)

I have no problem with the CoC on the site, and if I've stepped over the line with a post I expect to be called on it, but I'm pissed off by the blatant double-standard displayed by the moderators. I've reported one poster something like a dozen times for rude comments directed at myself and others, but I was told by Umbran via e-mail that the poster in question was "mostly harmless," and no action was taken, ever.

If you're going to have a Code of Conduct, it should apply consistently to all posters. The current crop of moderators make a mockery of consistency and fairness. I'm tired of asking that the rules be applied fairly, and I'm tired of the lack of response from the site admins. Asking through channels hasn't generated timely action - perhaps bringing this up here will, though I seriously doubt it.

Dude...come join us at the Circvs. We do not need no stinkin' mods there and you'd be a great addition: http://www.circvsmaximvs.com/forum.php

I have almost given up ENW for the place. Come. Join us.

 

[The Shaman]

Dear The Shaman,

If you are looking for a place to vent, Circus Maximus is here for ya buddy.

Your friends at CM.

That's the thing, reveal - that's exactly what I'm not looking for. I like the fact that there are (supposed to be) limits on snarkiness on ENWorld - it improves the chances of actually being able to discuss a topic without the ungodly amounts of interweb rancor. The problem that I have is that what's good for one should be good for all under the CoC, and more and more that doesn't seem to be the case. It's disappointing.

 

[Belen]

That's the thing, reveal - that's exactly what I'm not looking for. I like the fact that there are (supposed to be) limits on snarkiness on ENWorld - it improves the chances of actually being able to discuss a topic without the ungodly amounts of interweb rancor. The problem that I have is that what's good for one should be good for all under the CoC, and more and more that doesn't seem to be the case. It's disappointing.

Shaman...you are golden then as long as you do not enter the Senate. Trust me. The place is a lot better, especially if you are having mod issues.

 

[Michael Morris]

Shaman, if you have a problem or grievance with the mods it's probably best to discuss them privately with the mods. If you do feel that a thread needs to be started at least do us all the courtesy of choosing a more tactful and polite title.

This thread has nowhere constructive left to go, so it's naptime.

 

[Henry]

Shaman... thank you first of all for e-mailing me and Kevin this morning.

Second, Thank you also for not reading the FAQ, and calling out a mod in public.

Third, the fact that something wasn't done on it to your satisfaction, WHEN you wanted it, might have as much to do with me JUST NOW seeing it in my mailbox, having to be called away to my job in multiple instances, and also dealing with some personal business in my life just now. Kevin and the other mods may well be having similar situations keeping them from looking into it. Also, telling me WHERE TO FIND the post you were upset about when you complained would have been a good call.

Fourth, a lot of things we handle in private, and put general warnings in threads. YOU weren't the only one getting reprimanded in the threads. And then, someone calls us out in public and we have to drag it out for all to see.

Fifth, sorry for the three day suspension for violating the rules not ONCE, but TWICE in a row.

Sixth, people are getting me REALLY TOO PISSED to be an Admin right now.

Bye,