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[Uirebhiril]

 

Even here. The Solas fandom has the sensibilities of an old lady knitting circle.   

 

I had a co-worker once who was an old lady that did actually get together with other older ladies to knit or play cards or whatever. The stories she told me...

 

Not a one of them would have batted an eye at spread-eagle Lavellan being "worshipped" by Solas. At most they would have made comments on his ears and what else they might be good for.

 

But I do agree, the moderation does seem a little haphazard so it's hard to tell if it was reported or if a mod comes by and yells every so often. Anything questionable is behind a clearly marked tag and link, so it's not like someone accidentally saw it or something. Forum rules are necessary and great, but when a thread seems to police itself better than regular moderation seems capable of doing I don't think we have a big problem around here. Not a one of us would hold back from telling someone it's not cool for posting a truly crude or offensive link.

[Illyria]

Ya know...screw it.  I'm just going to keep on doing what I've been doing. I was reported once..Sunny was reported once and is now banned for 24 hours. I say that's pretty good for having been posting art since...November? I'm  not sure when Sunny started..but I think it was around the same time.  Anyway... let the smut continue. :-P  

 

 

Edit: But seriously...if I post something you don't like..please PM me and I'll try not to post such things in the future. I don't want people to be uncomfortable.

 

As the token non-smut lover here:

 

As long as the smut is left under a cut or just linked to then I'm good.  And if Solas/Non-Lavellan stuff is labled.
 

[Illyria]

Makes sense.  They've tried to keep the romances as non-creepy as possible, and I could definitely see how players would find that problematic.

 

It makes me very glad.  I've been pretty vocal about how much the trope makes me uncomfortable.

[NightSymphony]

As the token non-smut lover here:

 

As long as the smut is left under a cut or just linked to then I'm good.  And if Solas/Non-Lavellan stuff is labled.
 

Of course. I try to remember to label everything.

[Avejajed]

I had a co-worker once who was an old lady that did actually get together with other older ladies to knit or play cards or whatever. The stories she told me...

 

Not a one of them would have batted an eye at spread-eagle Lavellan being "worshipped" by Solas. At most they would have made comments on his ears and what else they might be good for.

 

But I do agree, the moderation does seem a little haphazard so it's hard to tell if it was reported or if a mod comes by and yells every so often. Anything questionable is behind a clearly marked tag and link, so it's not like someone accidentally saw it or something. Forum rules are necessary and great, but when a thread seems to police itself better than regular moderation seems capable of doing I don't think we have a big problem around here. Not a one of us would hold back from telling someone it's not cool for posting a truly crude or offensive link.

 

You should join our group. I was serious about that, by the way.

 

I can't imagine though that it was a "drive by" modding, unless they really are assigned to "problematic" forumites. I sent a message to a mod about a week ago and never responded. Elite Pincone tried to get the twitter thread moved by pming like five mods or something and none responded. I don't think they bother patrolling.

[NightSymphony]

Oh my goodness....   Mass Effect Monopoly!!

 

http://www.biowarest...fm0mvja0n30an3u

[Cee]

As the token non-smut lover here:

 

As long as the smut is left under a cut or just linked to then I'm good.  And if Solas/Non-Lavellan stuff is labled.
 

 

I'm not really into stuff that goes past the 'sensual' line (but that line can mean different things to us all) so I think keeping things well marked and under the tags has worked well for us here. As someone who has moderated multiple forums, judgment calls can definitely vary in the interpretation and if hurried/ignoring context, which can cause issues.

[Cee]

Oh my goodness....   Mass Effect Monopoly!!

 

http://www.biowarest...fm0mvja0n30an3u

 

The talking elcor plushies are back too. And they are so adorable but also cost $30. I almost bought one at PAX but that price....has to wait.

 

I'd play as the space hamster. I actually go by that on Steam. (Yay for dual references).

[drosophila]

What I want to know is who in this thread keeps reporting it and why, for the love of god, do you NOT JUST TELL US, if it makes you uncomfortable? I don't understand why you wouldn't just ask for them to stop- they are reasonable, nice people, and by bypassing the usual methods of communication (ie- asking), I can't help but think the actions must be out of spite.

 

I agree it's better to PM the person first, or even complain on the thread.

 

(But let's not go down a slippery slope of suspicion and war on each other like the elvhen. IMO, because only images have caused people to be banned, it's probably a mod scanning the thread.)

 

Interestingly Weekes confirmed that he would never have Solas use 'da'len' in a romantic context.

 

TBH, any time I see Solas as a teacher or hahren in a romantic context, it makes me feel uncomfortable too. Sure, there's an age difference of 2k+ years, but in the context of the relationship, I think he sees Lavellan as his equal. Just my headcanon, I guess. (I do like some smut though.)

 

Is it bad that I find that hilarious?

 

If how you behave toward pixels is a moral imperative, I am actually the worst person.  Across 10+ years of gaming, I've Force-brainwashed my party members to evil, eaten souls (yum), defiled a benevolent god's corpse, murdered my love interest, betrayed more than one ally, and committed a few acts of genocide 

 

I've re-instated the circles and made people Tranquil. I even tried to make Storvacker Tranquil. I'm clearly a monster. 

 

I had a co-worker once who was an old lady that did actually get together with other older ladies to knit or play cards or whatever. The stories she told me...

 

Not a one of them would have batted an eye at spread-eagle Lavellan being "worshipped" by Solas. At most they would have made comments on his ears and what else they might be good for.

 

Yes to that! In my teenage years I sang in a women's choir which had several old ladies. They made dirty jokes all the time, and during one practice one of them enthusiastically described to me the entire plot of Eyes Wide Shut with enough detail to make me, the inexperienced adolescent, veeery uncomfortable. 

[Cee]

  I even tried to make Storvacker Tranquil. I'm clearly a monster.

 

 

 

 

[Cee]

With regards to the hahren/da'len romantic thing it bothers me too and while I enjoy Message Sent, I generally gloss over that while reading it, and avoid other stuff with that dynamic.  Sometimes it's just what someone's into and there's always other stuff you'd rather see around (and if not, creating it can be an option).

[Lunapur]

Hey guys i was just checking out the schedule for pax and i am really getting hyped about it 

"Join members of the Dragon Age team for an open discussion about the series, a chance to participate in Q&A with the team and, as a special treat, a worldwide reveal of new content for Dragon Age: Inquisition."

It's taking part in the main theatre that means trailer,really excited about this reveal it cant be small if they do this

This is good news right?

[MoonDrummer]

Have you met the Solas fandom?  I'm sorry but after months of seeing the w*nk that goes in tumblr("YOUR CHOICES WITH SOLAS ARE A MORAL IMPERATIVE. THEY DIRECTLY CORRELATE TO YOUR ABILITY TO BE A GOOD PERSON" -- actual thing) 

Ugh lord, I hate that sort of thing. The other day I was called a nazi for supporting Radovid. 

 

 

 

You should join our group. I was serious about that, by the way.

 

I can't imagine though that it was a "drive by" modding, unless they really are assigned to "problematic" forumites. I sent a message to a mod about a week ago and never responded. Elite Pincone tried to get the twitter thread moved by pming like five mods or something and none responded. I don't think they bother patrolling.

I think it is someone reporting tbh, because the mods seem to let a whole lot of off-topic go by, I can't imagine them letting that slide then clamping down on NSFW something shocking. 

[Sable Rhapsody]

Yes to that! In my teenage years I sang in a women's choir which had several old ladies. They made dirty jokes all the time, and during one practice one of them enthusiastically described to me the entire plot of Eyes Wide Shut with enough detail to make me, the inexperienced adolescent, veeery uncomfortable. 

 

Old ladies are the BEST.  I once had an extended conversation with my boyfriend's grandmother about raunchy musical numbers.  I won't say I'm looking forward to getting older per se, but the end point of being a sassy, dirty-minded old lady who gives none of the f***s will be good 

[drosophila]

With regards to the hahren/da'len romantic thing it bothers me too and while I enjoy Message Sent, I generally gloss over that while reading it, and avoid other stuff with that dynamic.  Sometimes it's just what someone's into and there's always other stuff you'd rather see around (and if not, creating it can be an option).

 

Just wanted to mention that I've only read a chapter or so of Message Sent so far, and I think it's very good. 

[BoscoBread]

Ugh lord, I hate that sort of thing. The other day I was called a nazi for supporting Radovid. 

 

 

 

I think it is someone reporting tbh, because the mods seem to let a whole lot of off-topic go by, I can't imagine them letting that slide then clamping down on NSFW something shocking. 

Well you are something for supporting Radovid...and that's a fun-killer.  Blood rituals for life!!!

 

I agree about the reporting.  Capricorn posts several times throughout the day with a long list of art.  Mods don't look and it's under spoilers or linked. Someone complained.  It grinds my gears because she is so supportive of all the artists and does a lot to promote everyone and equally.  Including the stuff from the trash where we were more biting when making fun.   So seriously...sad lurker. Stop. You're the actual worst.

[Sable Rhapsody]

Hey guys i was just checking out the schedule for pax and i am really getting hyped about it 

"Join members of the Dragon Age team for an open discussion about the series, a chance to participate in Q&A with the team and, as a special treat, a worldwide reveal of new content for Dragon Age: Inquisition."

It's taking part in the main theatre that means trailer,really excited about this reveal it cant be small if they do this

This is good news right?

 

I'm...cautiously optimistic.  I mean, Blizzard Entertainment reveals stuff to huge halls, and...I'm not always excited about what it is.  Nor is the crowd if Gamescom was any indication

 

I really hope it's more actual content, though.  If I want prettier armor and weapons, modders can do that just as well.

[BoscoBread]

Hey guys i was just checking out the schedule for pax and i am really getting hyped about it 

"Join members of the Dragon Age team for an open discussion about the series, a chance to participate in Q&A with the team and, as a special treat, a worldwide reveal of new content for Dragon Age: Inquisition."

It's taking part in the main theatre that means trailer,really excited about this reveal it cant be small if they do this

This is good news right?

Eh. I am cautious.  I've been burned. Twice.  For this DLC.  Ok it wasn't that bad - but Descent was a bit disappointing. Lore was neat. Gameplay boring.  Also they made big mentions about wanting to do all this post-game stuff and more relationship stuff and continuing the story. 

 

I am hopeful the reveal means it's the FINAL DLC and it's coming out soon and it's the one we've all wanted. Or something close.  But I'm not optimistic.  

@Sable - WHAT? You don't want to be an Emo demon hunter?!! THE GALL. 

[Avejajed]

I'm...cautiously optimistic. I mean, Blizzard Entertainment reveals stuff to huge halls, and...I'm not always excited about what it is. Nor is the crowd if Gamescom was any indication

I really hope it's more actual content, though. If I want prettier armor and weapons, modders can do that just as well.

Im fully on hype train USA

[Phalaenopsis]

Im fully on hype train USA

Well apparently it also has a station in France because I've hopped on too...

[Avejajed]

Well apparently it also has a station in France because I've hopped on too...

Oui! I love France. Well Ive only been to Paris and that was lovely. I expect the rest is too.

[Phalaenopsis]

Oui! I love France. Well Ive only been to Paris and that was lovely. I expect the rest is too.

No!! The rest is much better! Especially the people. But I'm biased, I really don't like Paris. Lots of pâtisserie shops with delicious little frilly cakes though. Solas would approve.

[Sable Rhapsody]

@Sable - WHAT? You don't want to be an Emo demon hunter?!! THE GALL. 

 

I AM NOT PREPARED

 

WoW is like my nicotine.  I can quit, and sometimes for months at a time, but I always come back to it  I may not want to be an emo demon hunter, but I sure as hell want to shoot the bow of the Windrunners.

[BoscoBread]

I AM NOT PREPARED

 

WoW is like my nicotine.  I can quit, and sometimes for months at a time, but I always come back to it  I may not want to be an emo demon hunter, but I sure as hell want to shoot the bow of the Windrunners.

I will too super casually I'm sure.  I actually always wanted to revisit the Burning Legion stuff so I'm kind of excited.  I know the devs - way back when - were really unhappy with how they implemented Illidan. They said for such a major character he was put in too soon and made too easy.  I hope there's some emo pining over whats-her-face and fighting with his brother since he's back.  I'll laugh. 

[Sable Rhapsody]

I hope there's some emo pining over whats-her-face and fighting with his brother since he's back.  I'll laugh. 

 

Threesome.  Solution to all emo pining ever.  Never mind that Malfurion's his brother; it never seemed to bother the Lannisters or Targaryens 

 

It's hard for me to stay away from WoW since my boyfriend's raid lead, and I have a bunch of IRL friends and friends we've made online who are in that same guild and raid team.  So it comes in cycles.  I play a whole bunch, I get sick of it, I quit for a few months, something shiny suckers me back in