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Tcar
Dirt Nap Squad Dirt Nap Squad.
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Posted - 2014.03.17 02:38:00 -
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Sephira Galamore wrote: . . . apparently the big chunk is done via Skype text chat and the internal forums, including written 'homework'. You yourself admitted that you do not like writing / textual debate, how do you think that will affect your ability to contribute to those discussions?
There are days we want to take his keyboard away. . . more often his mic, but . . .he may not like writing but Black can do it. The man managed to get a Bachelor's. . . |
Michele Bachmann
Failed Diplomacy Failed-Diplomacy
5
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Posted - 2014.03.17 06:50:00 -
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Tcar wrote:Sephira Galamore wrote: . . . apparently the big chunk is done via Skype text chat and the internal forums, including written 'homework'. You yourself admitted that you do not like writing / textual debate, how do you think that will affect your ability to contribute to those discussions?
There are days we want to take his keyboard away. . . more often his mic, but . . .he may not like writing but Black can do it. The man managed to get a Bachelor's. . . i'd like to actually see this happen in this thread as opposed to you just covering |
Tcar
Dirt Nap Squad Dirt Nap Squad.
88
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Posted - 2014.03.17 16:45:00 -
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Michele Bachmann wrote: i'd like to actually see this happen in this thread as opposed to you just covering
I seriously thought about doing this as a YouTube video to answer you. . . but alas it's not worth my time and the irony would no doubt be lost.
You did in the above thread. . . back a few pages. . . but were being too obvious a troll to notice it.
Some very nice posts were made by Black but now Black's switched to a different media for a variety of reasons. We've had quite a number of CSM members who don't even speak, read, or write English as their first language. Some of them have been excellent CSM members. I'd rather have a CSM rep bring integrity, candor, and passion to the table then an ability to sperg enthusiastically on the forums or a blog. If sheer text output was some sort of qualifier for the CSM, Poetic Stanziel might still be around instead of selling of his accounts and leaving EVE.
It's easy to run one's mouth when you have the advantage of anonymity, say on the EVE forums with a character that looks a lot like an alt. . . It's another to put your name and face out there in public. Your bridge is over there, go live under it. |
Michele Bachmann
Failed Diplomacy Failed-Diplomacy
5
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Posted - 2014.03.17 18:33:00 -
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Tcar wrote:
I seriously thought about doing this as a YouTube video to answer you. . . but alas it's not worth my time and the irony would no doubt be lost.
You did in the above thread. . . back a few pages. . . but were being too obvious a troll to notice it.
Some very nice posts were made by Black but now Black's switched to a different media for a variety of reasons. We've had quite a number of CSM members who don't even speak, read, or write English as their first language. Some of them have been excellent CSM members. I'd rather have a CSM rep bring integrity, candor, and passion to the table then an ability to sperg enthusiastically on the forums or a blog. If sheer text output was some sort of qualifier for the CSM, Poetic Stanziel might still be around instead of selling of his accounts and leaving EVE.
It's easy to run one's mouth when you have the advantage of anonymity, say on the EVE forums with a character that looks a lot like an alt. . . It's another to put your name and face out there in public. Your bridge is over there, go live under it.
Please, I've raised multiple questions in this thread with no answers in either writing or in video form. I've watched the 2 vlogs DNSBlack has made and listened to the horrendous podcast that Tyrant Scorn put out (elevator music the entire time under the broadcast? Really?) and in none of them has he explained or tried to justify his actions when he tried to RMT his character on the forums. These are legitimate questions and myself and others feel that the actions that black took at that time are very indicative of what his relationship with CCP is like when he's not on the CSM and what it might be like if he gets elected. Please don't misconstrue a pointed opinion or actually tough questions as a deliberate troll. I wouldn't waste my time here.
It's easy to play Baghdad Bob for your fearless leader. It's another for said leader to actually answer for his very public actions. Neither of us wants to find black hiding out in a spider hole. Your skirt is over there, go hide in it. |
ShamedOne
The Hurt Club
41
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Posted - 2014.03.17 18:36:00 -
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Hopefully sobriety tests are given. Good luck Brad! |
DNSBLACK
Dirt Nap Squad Dirt Nap Squad.
565
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Posted - 2014.03.18 21:08:00 -
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Cavalira wrote:What do you think about projected effects get on killmails? Ship A kills Ship B. Ship C is remote repairing/projecting links/Rsebo/whatever on Ship A. Should Ship C be displayed on Ship A's killmail? Why / Why not?
CSM DNSBLACK VIDEO BLOG 3 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XU1OuQ--GpQ |
DNSBLACK
Dirt Nap Squad Dirt Nap Squad.
565
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Posted - 2014.03.19 03:45:00 -
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Sephira Galamore wrote:DNSBLACK wrote:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPsUxIE_n7w
This is my second installment . I cant thank you enough for serving and hope if elected I can be as effective as you have been this year. Really appreciate the clips. But just realized something - while some CSM-CCP talk is done on Skype voice, apparently the big chunk is done via Skype text chat and the internal forums, including written 'homework'. You yourself admitted that you do not like writing / textual debate, how do you think that will affect your ability to contribute to those discussions?
Great question and thanks for asking. I link my response to this question below.
CSM DNSBLACK VIDEO BLOG 4 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auqyQzgrvIc |
DNSBLACK
Dirt Nap Squad Dirt Nap Squad.
565
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Posted - 2014.03.19 22:03:00 -
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ShamedOne wrote:Hopefully sobriety tests are given. Good luck Brad!
Shamed your correct in addressing my ability to drink as a major concern. After talking to the Icelandic state police, here is what they told me; DNSBlack has clearly demonstrated the ability to consume enough beer to survive any Icelandic winter and on top of that he is able to drink jager better then most Germans who live in Iceland. This combination will allow him to perform at a level that most humans who come to Iceland fail at.
I now have the police endorsement; Just waiting on the fireman and long shore man. Thanks for the support Shamed and I hope all is well in my home state.
Black |
Drec Von
CandyMan Cartel Point Blank Alliance
4
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Posted - 2014.03.20 07:38:00 -
[99] - Quote
I like the video style blog, keep them coming Black. |
DNSBLACK
Dirt Nap Squad Dirt Nap Squad.
568
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Posted - 2014.03.20 15:16:00 -
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Michele Bachmann wrote:Tcar wrote:Sephira Galamore wrote: . . . apparently the big chunk is done via Skype text chat and the internal forums, including written 'homework'. You yourself admitted that you do not like writing / textual debate, how do you think that will affect your ability to contribute to those discussions?
There are days we want to take his keyboard away. . . more often his mic, but . . .he may not like writing but Black can do it. The man managed to get a Bachelor's. . . i'd like to actually see this happen in this thread as opposed to you just covering
GÇïMichelle Bachman, you have raised some very reasonable questions that I first want to apologize for not answering you in better detail. I want to assure you I am neither avoiding your questions nor hiding in hole. I get enough Hobbit jokes as it is. I've shared a number of thoughts on communications, the CSM, and the written word in my latest video blog and in keeping with those thoughts want to elaborate on them. I thought that I had elaborated enough on these in past that the combined posts, pod casts, and video blogs would have answered your questions. Some of your concerns I thought I had specifically addressed in the Cap Stable podcast I did, which was released on 3/12.
GÇïSecondly I want to apologize for the aggressive tone taken by certain members of DNS who may have snapped back in offense, possibly take to you saying I was answering with GÇ£rhetorical bullshit.GÇ¥ Like me they are passionate EVE players who believe in the power of the community and the need for that community and CCP to take EVE to the next level while honoring the lore of the past.
GÇïTo begin with I want to expand a bit on my use of the forums, Skype, Twitter, and the written word. The written word does not come easily for me. It is not something I generally talk about but since I am an open and honest person I will go ahead and admit that I am a full blown dyslexic. I make letter substitutions and everything. Writing is not anything I truly enjoy. I do on the other hand enjoy reading. Some DNS members were shocked to hear I had actually read Enders Game while deployed in the Marine Corps in the early 90GÇÖs. Having admitted that I have a learning disability I will say that it is something which I have had to cope with my entire life and have overcame not only through my college education but in my personal and professional life. One of the great frustrations I have with writing is that my typing skills can't keep up with my mind as I labor turn thoughts into words on paper or a document. I feel that the written word is the perfect media for contracts, the Constitution and law, and writing down facts. I think that to truly gauge someone's intent, to know them as a person, you need to see them, hear them, and gauge their spoken words with your own mind. You need to be able to look them in the eye. The written word does not have the ability for you to hear the passion or see the conviction of someone's beliefs. If anything I think it gives someone the opportunity to conceal their true thoughts and feelings, or say something that they would never say in person. One thing as I mentioned in my fourth video blog I hope to change on the CSM is the manner in which feedback is given to the community by the CSM. I want to see increased use of video by the CSM and in particular in the use of reporting on the Summits. Not because I am illiterate or can't write, but in part because it's a more efficient way to reach the community with the message. As for my writing, as of right now I am blessed with friends who proof read my ramblings and make them look presentable with proper punctuation and spelling. I realize this won't be the case on the CSM. Personally, I'd like to see the ability to have GÇ£staffGÇ¥ on the CSM changed in a somewhat limited fashion as I think CCP is thinking too narrowly, but time will tell.
GÇïEvery member of the CSM has different strengths and no one is going to nominate me to produce the minutes. I'll do my fair share of the work, but I think that my place is that of the negotiator, the arbitrator, that voice for the newest newbie or bitterest of vets. That being said, I hear there is some really great text to speech software available which I may have to put to use if elected to the CSM.
Continue -----------> |
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DNSBLACK
Dirt Nap Squad Dirt Nap Squad.
568
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Posted - 2014.03.20 15:18:00 -
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Now, as to your questions about SOMER. First, there is a reason I am being somewhat vague on certain aspects of the SOMER Stink. I can't disclose any communications between myself and CCP. You and I both know that is a clear violation of the EULA. Secondly, I did not GÇ£tryGÇ¥ to RMT my character. If I had wanted to RMT DNSBLACK I would have never done so on the forums and announced it to CCP and everyone else. My tactic, which you describe as raising GÇ£hell in every way possible (short of actually violating EULA)GÇ¥ was, to a certain degree, exactly that. Persons within CCP, contacts in the CSM, and contacts within the community showed me there was a lot of conflicting opinion on the legitimacy of Somer's RMT actions and what should be done about it. I had solid information backed by facts and hard numbers that was very critical to the issue at hand. My actions were no more against the EULA at that time them SOMER's were. SOMER, as far as I know, has suffered no sanction other than not being allowed to further RMT with its SOMERblink credits. They still exist in EVE and you can still bet your ISK there. In your opinion you say you believe GÇ£any regular Joe who legitimately tried raffle their character in the way you did would receive a swift kick in the pants.GÇ¥ In short I, as an in game entity, was the first one to GÇ£tryGÇ¥ the same mechanic that SOMER, an in game entity, had been using for years to make money off of CCP. A player by the name of Katarina Reid was the first successful person to implement that idea. Why did I GÇ£make such a big show of it,GÇ¥ you ask? I made that GÇ£big showGÇ¥ because I saw that conflicting opinion within the CSM and within CCP and I believed (and still believe) so strongly that what was happening was undermining the very foundations of our sandbox. You asked why I wasn't GÇ£taken seriously.GÇ¥ I was taken seriously. The CSM and the community were taken seriously. SOMER is not RMTing through SOMERblink credits any more. As for raising a big stink on the forums, you seem to forget a very successful past CSM member by the name of Two Step, who I hold in very high regard, did exactly that in his famous GÇ£threadnaughtGÇ¥ about POS changes. I had difficulty demonstrating to CCP that what SOMER was doing was wrong because of the very NDA and GÇ£CCP internal communicationsGÇ¥ issues that every other GÇ£private citizenGÇ¥ of EVE faces. If the situation was exactly the same as it was this summer with SOMER, I would face the sanctions I received all over again. I would accept them again as well because I feel that strongly about this game that you and I share. If I am elected to the CSM I hope that my presence will help eliminate the possibility for something GÇ£likeGÇ¥ SOMER to happen again. SOMER's RMT didn't GÇ£happenGÇ¥ overnight. SOMER had been quietly RMTing under CCP and the CSM's nose for years. It wasn't until community attention (including mine) was focused on SOMER due to the EVE Vegas giveaways. No one, myself included even thought to look at this in game entity that was being allowed to make real world money off of in game actions. Lastly, you are incorrect about me publishing an article on EV24. I never published an article on SOMER on EN24. A very passionate third party came and contacted me after my GÇ£hell raisingGÇ¥ on the forums and posted an anonymous and unsolicited opinion piece there. The individual seemed quite swayed by my arguments. Riverini ran it. By the same token, Noizygamer ran a piece on themittani.con which laid out the information that I in my own small way along with huge contributions by Argus Sorn, FunkyBacon, James315, and countless others, had helped to uncover. I can not take ownership of that EN24 piece any more than I can take credit for Noizygamer's. Was I involved in the situation? Yes. Would I like to think I helped to shape the discussion and focus attention? Of course. Would I hope to do so in a way that builds fellowship and accord within the community but skips the, as you call it GÇ£big stink?GÇ¥ Absolutely. Can I do that on the CSM? I certainly think so and ask for the EVE community's support in making that happen.
GÇïI regularly negotiate labor contracts and on matters that affect people's real life careers and their family's welfare. I intend to bring that same level of professional dedication to the CSM for the benefit of this little video game we play and hope that this can help make CCP more successful. EVE is still the only true money maker CCP has. DUST is, at best, where EVE was ten years ago. Valkyrie is still in development. The vampire thing is barely a maybe. To allow CCP to make a mistake that would destroy EVE. . . which is such a big part of my life now. . . or to destroy the livelihood of it's employees. . .would be unthinkable to me. I will strive to keep that in mind as I represent the EVE community and keep CCP from hopefully making another mistake. A mistake like SOMER, like Incarna, like T20. In addition to providing the voice of the human players of EVE I hope to work on the CSM with CCP to explore new and meaningful ways to communicate with my fellow EVE players. I want CCP to take EVE to the next level while honoring the past and staying true to the purest vision of the Sandbox.
GÇïI hope that I have answered your questions. Trust me when I say that I really didn't enjoy the process of writing this but since you appear to be a person who values the written word I hope that you value the effort I spent here.
GÇïLinks:
GÇïhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auqyQzgrvIc
GÇïhttp://www.capstable.net/2014/03/12/csm9dnsblack/
GÇïhttp://themittani.com/features/more-135k-somer-finances-investigated
GÇïhttps://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&t=289554 |
Tyrant Scorn
99
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Posted - 2014.03.20 15:35:00 -
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You forgot to add links to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIHfAXW_qI8
and
http://www.legacyofacapsuleer.com/mp3/CSM9_interview_11_DNSBLACK.mp3 Host at Legacy Of A Capsuleer Podcast www.legacyofacapsuleer.com |
DNSBLACK
Dirt Nap Squad Dirt Nap Squad.
568
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Posted - 2014.03.20 15:53:00 -
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Sorry about that I will add them |
Tairon Usaro
ZERO T0LERANCE RAZOR Alliance
19
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Posted - 2014.03.20 21:26:00 -
[104] - Quote
Does that mean we do not see you drunk at the alliance pannel ?!?
Dirt Nap Squad - regardless of what your current standing to them might be - makes your game a better game. This is valid for the whole entity and particulary valid for their leader DNSBLACK, Brad.
So, Brad is definately my choice for CSM9
PS: Do I get refunded for my vote in jaegerbombs ? |
Suductive Lovers
Star Industry and Mining INC
0
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Posted - 2014.03.22 20:02:00 -
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This is the question I have for you.
What would you try to bring to the eve community?
What Ideas do you have to better our experience?
Also a what happen to DNS for it to not be as active as they use to be? |
Michele Bachmann
Failed Diplomacy Failed-Diplomacy
6
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Posted - 2014.03.22 23:23:00 -
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Thank you for your response black.
I knew you had it in there somewhere |
DNSBLACK
Dirt Nap Squad Dirt Nap Squad.
571
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Posted - 2014.03.24 21:42:00 -
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Deiter Amsel wrote:Ok... so here's a question:
One of the big problems I feel we have in EVE is that you can hop 10,000 guys anywhere in New Eden pretty much instantly.
Materiel movement, supply lines, overstretching, flanking and pretty much any strategic movement and territorial control is irrelevant when you can Titan Bridge people anywhere you can get a cyno.
What's your thoughts on this problem and how would you propose fixing it? Do you think it needs fixing?
I am still looking for my eve 24 news article back to the gates.
DNSBLACK CSM9 5 Video Blog 1 March 24, 2014 5:13 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1aTNTzgdXsg
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Brusanan
Sardaukar Merc Guild General Tso's Alliance
158
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Posted - 2014.03.24 22:49:00 -
[108] - Quote
As the leader of the only Eve-Dust hybrid alliance left in Dust Planetary Conquest, what changes/additions would you like to see made to strengthen the Eve-Dust connection (preferably on the Eve side)? Psychotic Monk for CSM! |
Lanctharus Onzo
Alea Iacta Est Universal Brave Collective
25
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Posted - 2014.03.25 01:00:00 -
[109] - Quote
CSM9 Candidate Interview: DNSBlack http://capstable.net/2014/03/12/csm9dnsblack Writer, Co-host of the Cap Stable Podcast Twitter: @Lanctharus |
Sabriz Adoudel
Mission BLITZ
2324
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Posted - 2014.03.25 01:10:00 -
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Don't know what DNSBlack stands for generally and probably won't vote for him, but I respect his actions around the SOMER Blink scandal.
His actions there were a small part toward helping close the main loophole through which RMT was possible within CCP's rules. https://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&t=326497 --áPsychotic Monk for CSM! https://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&t=238931 - an idea for a new form of hybrid PVE/PVP content. If you want to mine in highsec, read www.minerbumping.com. |
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Annaeliza
State War Academy Caldari State
1
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Posted - 2014.03.25 04:54:00 -
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You have described yourself as a champion for the community & players in all areas of EVE.
Do you think that CCP needs better engagement with it's customers ie the players? If so, what proposals or plans do you have to improve on this? . Being that so much of the SOMER thing came out of mishandling a community event (in game swag @ EVE Vegas), what are your feelings on CCP's community events and what improvements would you recommend to CCP? What role do you see for the CSM in CCP's community relations? Should the CSM be involved in community relations beyond it's current role? Last, what do you think about in game live events and should CCP bother to devote resources towards them? |
Deiter Amsel
Nyota Heavy Industries
0
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Posted - 2014.03.25 20:19:00 -
[112] - Quote
Considering this post: https://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&t=332182&find=unread (and the Ripard blog that inspired it)
What is your stance on scamming and the harsh reality of EVE?
Is there a line that can be crossed? Is there too far? (scamming newbs? podding for SP loss? Metagaming scams (using external resources like Teamspeak or Custom Websites (eve-bazaar I'm looking at you... ) )
Is out of game harrassment/bullying/emergent gameplay/comedy (pick your term) such as The Bonus Room on teamspeak published across the internet on youtube, soundlcoud, pastebin okay?
Should CCP take a stand on this? any action?
Should the community tolerate and encourage this behaviour?
A TL/DR and IMO:
Some scamming crosses a line from in-game ingenuity and fleecing the naive to being full on cyber bullying and harrasment and possibly even a criminal act. What does DNSBlack think about this situation and what we (players and CCP) should do about it? |
Tzar Sinak
Mythic Heights
103
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Posted - 2014.03.25 23:05:00 -
[113] - Quote
DNS Black, do you believe there is a place for verbal abuse and bullying of other players in game r do you believe such actions is part of the gaming meta? |
carmo pereira
DeMotivators DARKNESS.
0
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Posted - 2014.03.26 00:34:00 -
[114] - Quote
I'm very glad you took the challenge to run for CSM!!!
The best way to describe what DNSBlack is, and has to offer for the community as a CMS Member, is by sharing my very own experience with him.
Coaching: He helped me, as a player, to re-capture the love to play as a self-minded individual, taking out the best joy i can from the game.
Attitude: Every goal has an objective! Nothing is for granted, and only the hard work get you some fair reward.
Perseverance: I've watch many good old friends taking subscriptions down from EVE, because community didn't evolve, or stand for them. DNSBlack is one of the few persons i know, that no matter what, fights for the group, and for longevity of EVE itself.
One Coin Side: Don't expect DNSBlack to change is way (placing passion for the game into ideas and features) by becoming a CSM Member. He has a strong personality, and a sense of commitment that many can't imagine.
Good luck for the CSM my friend, Best regards from Portugal,
carmo |
Snot Shot
Dirt Nap Squad Dirt Nap Squad.
698
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Posted - 2014.03.27 02:36:00 -
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Great video blog responses Black, I like that we can see the sincerity of your responses and the effort your putting in.
You will do us all proud up there! . Twitter = @Snot_Shot-á --áGÇ£If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything" |
DNSBLACK
Dirt Nap Squad Dirt Nap Squad.
572
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Posted - 2014.03.27 16:24:00 -
[116] - Quote
Hey guys I am working on answers and video blogs for all the current questions. Please keep the question coming. |
DNSBLACK
Dirt Nap Squad Dirt Nap Squad.
574
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Posted - 2014.03.27 21:34:00 -
[117] - Quote
Deiter Amsel wrote:Considering this post: https://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&t=332182&find=unread (and the Ripard blog that inspired it) What is your stance on scamming and the harsh reality of EVE? Is there a line that can be crossed? Is there too far? (scamming newbs? podding for SP loss? Metagaming scams (using external resources like Teamspeak or Custom Websites (eve-bazaar I'm looking at you... ) ) Is out of game harrassment/bullying/emergent gameplay/comedy (pick your term) such as The Bonus Room on teamspeak published across the internet on youtube, soundlcoud, pastebin okay? Should CCP take a stand on this? any action? Should the community tolerate and encourage this behaviour? A TL/DR and IMO: Some scamming crosses a line from in-game ingenuity and fleecing the naive to being full on cyber bullying and harrasment and possibly even a criminal act. What does DNSBlack think about this situation and what we (players and CCP) should do about it?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qELuPyDfIk
Iam also working on a written reply it should be ready Fri. Thanks for watching |
Xolve
Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion
2420
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Posted - 2014.03.27 22:05:00 -
[118] - Quote
I'll trade you my CSM vote if you promise to never, ever, everrrrrr do another Alliance Panel at Fan Fest again (this deal also applies to Kesper North who may or may not be running at all, ever). |
Jake Rivers
Senex Legio
207
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Posted - 2014.03.28 16:57:00 -
[119] - Quote
DNSBLACK wrote:Deiter Amsel wrote:Considering this post: https://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&t=332182&find=unread (and the Ripard blog that inspired it) What is your stance on scamming and the harsh reality of EVE? Is there a line that can be crossed? Is there too far? (scamming newbs? podding for SP loss? Metagaming scams (using external resources like Teamspeak or Custom Websites (eve-bazaar I'm looking at you... ) ) Is out of game harrassment/bullying/emergent gameplay/comedy (pick your term) such as The Bonus Room on teamspeak published across the internet on youtube, soundlcoud, pastebin okay? Should CCP take a stand on this? any action? Should the community tolerate and encourage this behaviour? A TL/DR and IMO: Some scamming crosses a line from in-game ingenuity and fleecing the naive to being full on cyber bullying and harrasment and possibly even a criminal act. What does DNSBlack think about this situation and what we (players and CCP) should do about it? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qELuPyDfIkIam also working on a written reply it should be ready Fri. Thanks for watching
You took a very passionate stance on the somerblink issue but I am wondering why you sat on the fence for so long on this matter.
Why did you wait for CCP to make an official statement before you took a stance on this issue?
I still think you are obnoxious when you have a few beers under your belt, but you have my 5 votes, if you take the golden tour again this year, don't **** off the tour guide. =p I am sure that guy from brazil needed a new gall bladder by the time we made it back to the harpa center.
See you at fanfest.
Senex Legio |
DNSBLACK
Dirt Nap Squad Dirt Nap Squad.
579
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Posted - 2014.03.29 13:47:00 -
[120] - Quote
In response to Deiter AmselGÇÖs questions in regards to the post on the EVE O forums and RipardGÇÖs recent blog posts.
To begin with, I think Erotica 1GÇÖs actions were reprehensible when he crossed the line between real life and in game. This individual and his little buddies need to take a long hard look at themselves. I listened to the Teamspeak recording and what was taking place. I think what occurred goes far beyond the GÇ£harsh realityGÇ¥ that EVE and itGÇÖs community strives to promote. Online anonymity promotes very shallow ways to say things, and shallow ways to treat people, in ways you never would in the real world. I think it very cowardly to act in such a manner and hide behind the layer of security provided by the game. A line was crossed when the actions in game went beyond the game. When you cross the line between in game and real life then actions need to be taken. There are limits.
IGÇÖd also like to address RipardGÇÖs blog post. I am a big fan and you know that. I have the highest esteem for you and enjoy your blog, but I think you have overstepped in an attempt to make an emotional appeal with words like torture and comparisons to domestic violence or child abuse. Frankly and in my own opinion, I think both of the individuals on that Teamspeak are morons. One of my corp members used the term cupidity, which I had to have defined for me. Cupidity is greed for money or possessions, and I think your GÇ£victimGÇ¥ is the victim of his own greed in trying to get something for nothing and remaining there to be abused like that over space pixels. Erotica 1 is a moron for continuing to pursue, persuade, and manipulate not for any objective in game but for the pleasure of demeaning another human being. Moron is perhaps not the correct term, sociopath might be. I think there is culpability on both sides. The best scams are when the victim talks themselves into the scam with their own greed.
I take issue with the use of words like torture however. I understand, as someone who has used emotional appeal to bring CCPGÇÖs attention to something I felt was damaging to the sandbox, what you are trying to do. In real life however, people who are being tortured canGÇÖt get away. The victims of the Hanoi Hilton or Abu Ghraib would take issue with Erotica 1GÇÖs actions being compared to what they suffered. They did not have the luxury to log off of EVE or out of Teamspeak to make what they suffered stop. Neither were they placed in their circumstances simply by their own greed in a video game. I also think that children who suffer abuse at the hands of their parents, or spouses at the hands of their partners would take issue with this comparison.
I respect you drawing our attentions to this in our game, that game being a medium that brings people together. When people are brought together, invariably there are those who seek to boost their own esteem through tearing down others. It is CCPGÇÖs job as the creators and the maintainer of this medium to police it. We as players have to respect CCPGÇÖs decisions. IGÇÖm no expert on Icelandic law, but if someone was using this game for the purposes of illegal activity, say a human trafficking/ prostitution ring, CCP would be obligated to reveal that and take action, both civilly and criminally. Erotica 1GÇÖs and his little minions on that Teamspeak canGÇÖt ask the community to step up and protect or respect his actions under the aegis of GÇ£sandbox gameplay.GÇ¥ Having been through six months of trying to help prevent someone from committing suicide, I donGÇÖt think there is anyone on the staff at CCP that needs to go through the emotional highs and lows that I have gone through. I know what those employees would go through. If another player is driving another human being to those emotional levels and places through CCPGÇÖs game, shame on them. Thier punishment is in CCPGÇÖs hands and I hope that they get the punishment their actions deserve. As players we GÇ£ownGÇ¥ 2% of the EULA. CCP owns the other 98%. Erotica 1 has the right to unsubscribe if he does not respect CCPGÇÖs decisions, nothing else.
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