Incivility on the forums.

[the Jester]

Just remember, Merric- there are a lot of us that really appreciate your reviews. Even if I don't always post to your threads, I enjoy your scoopin'.

It's almost like I'm out for ice cream...

 

[The_Universe]

I dig the Wizards announcements, and I'm glad you put them there. Since I didn't have anything to say other than "neat!" I chose not to post, but the updates are definitely appreciated!

 

[JoeBlank]

Another "Me too!" post in appreciation of Merric. I try to say it whenever I get the chance, but I fall down on the job sometimes.

The scoops you provide from WotC's site, as well as the sites of game creators and otherwise, are very helpful and informative. I do not have the time or the patience to dig thru all of those sites, and I certainly appreciate you sharing with us when you come across an item of interest.

Keep up the good work, Merric!

 

[William Ronald]

I think that one of the problems that crop up on this board is a bit of snarkiness. I have no problem with criticism of a product or a view. However, I think that such comments should at least give a reason why someone has an opinion. Otherwise, it is hard to have a dialogue with someone who just expresses disapproval but does not explain it. For example, if someone says a new product stinks, then I know they dislike the product. However, it does not tell me why the poster dislikes the product.

Mind you, I have seen a lot worse elsewhere. Generally, I think we treat each other with respect on the boards. There is a small minority of posters who may dislike some people on the boards, or act rudely. I really think they diminish themselves by doing so. (We usually have some incivility. I consider making comments designed to shut a thread down to be an extreme form of rudeness.)

Merric, keep up the good work.

 

[MerricB]

Thank you very much, everyone, for your support. It means a lot to me.

(Now, here's hoping the DMG2 has finally arrived in Ballarat and I have the money to buy it come Friday...)

Be reassured by the fact that I don't intend to give up my newshound role any time soon. Hey, I've just got mentioned in the Stormwrack designer interview!

Cheers!

 

[diaglo]

(Now, here's hoping the DMG2 has finally arrived in Ballarat and I have the money to buy it come Friday...)

definitely pick it up when it comes your way. not exactly new material. but something that should have been included in the DMG when the new edition was released.

even older DMs can get a kick out of it.

 

[the Jester]

definitely pick it up when it comes your way...even older DMs can get a kick out of it.

Wow, high praise considering the source!

 

[Steverooo]

What?!? Diaglo actually liked something 3.5e?!?

 

[Kelleris]

(A little late...)

Merric, I just want to pipe up and say I enjoy your posts too. In addition to being read-worthy for the sheer information content, I appreciate the tone of your scoops. They go down easy, as it were. A lot of other posters make me want to say something nasty or combative even when they're being constructive.

Vive le optimist!

 

[The Thayan Menace]

Fight the Power

I saw nothing uncivil in the linked post.

Agreed ....

Frankly, these statements aren't personal attacks; they're simply expressions of frustration at some of the drivel WotC has produced in recent months.

I say more power to them, if you ask me .... Customer complaints encourage better products.