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Moderators should be held to a single way of posting

KoKoboto·5/19/2017, 7:08:10 PM·3 votes·733 views

They might use the same rules but their posts should follow the same kind of format as well. I really don't wanna read some bubbly bullshit when I am held back from discussion. I'd much rather a well written or at least decent explanation on why a discussion is closed. I'm fine with following the rules, just show the fault that was made, explain the rule that was broken, and don't use jinx stickers. This other mod states the problem but doesn't state the rule being broken and give example. I'm not going to argue with a mod on why they close a post, at least describe why. Bad: https://image.prntscr.com/image/a028509595414b0eb892d68f31f44bee.png

Good: http://image.prntscr.com/image/6b2cecc5609544fdb0eb8cabe4174628.png

Off topic: I don't like some of them board rules. I really wanted to continue reading the discussion in the fish and continue discussing in the morde thread. I like seeing how the league community thinks and stuff.

24 Comments

ModMod RookDio5/19/2017, 8:05:41 PM9 votes

Hey KoKoboto,

If you'd like, I can avoid trying to be lighthearted and nice and be strict and stern when moderating only YOUR posts. Super extra special service just for you.

[slayer-jinx-wink]

Zielmann5/19/2017, 7:14:47 PM8 votes

They both tell exactly why the thread was locked. There's no reason the moderators can't put their own spin on their posts. Some will take a very direct and official tone, while others take a more personable approach. That's perfectly fine.

ModMod Razgriz5/19/2017, 8:16:54 PM7 votes

This other mod states the problem but doesn't state the rule being broken and give example. I'm not going to argue with a mod on why they close a post, at least describe why.

I usually keep my posts short because I assume everyone posting has a basic grasp of the Universal Rules, or knows where to find them if they're confused (as the link is always at the top of the left-hand navigation pane).

The second post you linked was on Memes & Games - the Board Etiquette (beneath the left-hand navigation pane) for Memes & Games further states "keep content focused on appropriate topics for these boards". Again, personal assumption on my part that these things are read and understood before posting.

I actually like it that they add a personal touch to their posts, it makes them feel like humans.

'Feel like'?! Hooray, I'm almost perceived as human! Blitzcrank

elduris5/25/2017, 12:30:11 AM2 votes

Everyone else already said pretty much everything that needs to be said, but let me chime in with a little personal experience some others might not have.

I joined the Riot volunteers years ago as a Wrenchman in Help & Support. When posting there, I kept a super professional attitude, addressing everyone by name, being super cheery, all that stuff. When I switched over to being an Arbiter, it was made abundantly clear that the type of attitude I brought over from my days as a Wrenchman was completely unacceptable. People didn't like the super professional, cheery attitude my posts had and made it clear that I should change and have an attitude comparable to that of what most would consider a "regular person."

What that means to people will differ based on the person. I imagine at some point, a few of the moderators may have received similar feedback. At the end of the day, we're all human and we all have our own ways to approach things. I value your feedback as much as anyone else, so thank you for taking the time to create a thread about this topic.

ModThe Djinn5/19/2017, 8:07:58 PM2 votes

In fairness, one of these is a more lighthearted situation (this thread is way off topic), and the other is more serious (this thread is not appropriate for the boards). Seems appropriate to me.

Also, they're different people. They have different styles. As long as their rulings are both consistent with the rules, I don't see a problem whatsoever.

UnboundHades5/19/2017, 7:10:37 PM2 votes

they basically say what was the problem for both .

LunarStrike5/23/2017, 11:22:58 AM1 votes

I'd actually rather have a moderator who's inclusive in the community, rather than one who talks with the tone of a serious authoritative figure

Just my Two Cents.

HalcyonDweller5/19/2017, 7:17:28 PM1 votes

I saw that post, some of the regular people were being dicks to ya. Sorry about them, it sucks when people react like that.

Emerald Fang5/19/2017, 9:54:26 PM1 votes

What is the point of this post? Not an insult, I'm genuinely confused on what point you're trying to make.

SecondChanceHero5/20/2017, 12:52:07 AM1 votes

This thread is so damn popcorn worthy.

[slayer-pantheon-popcorn]

Winters Dawn5/19/2017, 7:42:23 PM1 votes

lol, the things people get salty over. They are literally the same thing but ya sure

Angrychickén5/19/2017, 7:27:36 PM1 votes

I actually like it that they add a personal touch to their posts, it makes them feel like humans.