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[Misty]

And I shall answer.






To begin, yes I'm serious about running. I still read most the forums, but hardly reply.


Zic asks:

Basically what i would like to know is, would you be onboard and support a rather major re-think on how we organize and run things, in the interest of improving many aspects of the community ? Even though these questions do not fall specifically on you, you will be an admin, and as such have alot of say on the matter.

No. I do not offer to fill the mostly thankless position of Player Admin in order to revolutionize the system.

[zicada]

And I shall answer.






To begin, yes I'm serious about running. I still read most the forums, but hardly reply.


Zic asks:

Basically what i would like to know is, would you be onboard and support a rather major re-think on how we organize and run things, in the interest of improving many aspects of the community ? Even though these questions do not fall specifically on you, you will be an admin, and as such have alot of say on the matter.

No. I do not offer to fill the mostly thankless position of Player Admin in order to revolutionize the system.

You know, that doesnt seem very serious at all. As PA, hardly replying is not going to work out very well i think. PA is the admin that needs to read the forums the most i would say.

You also appear to be very negative about this, re: 'mostly thankless job'. Im sure kudos is served based on what is deserved.

Are you really sure you're the right person for this ? Or are you simply stepping up in case nobody else does ? If you walk into this feeling its a hassle from day 1, how could you do a great job ?

[Lusipher]

hey Misty here are my questions i put to Demson. Id like you to answer them as well, please.

1) What changes will you make if you become PA in regards to the OAS1 and 2. Do you think we need the OAS1? What can we do as OAS Dms and app reviewers to make getting in new players an easier task, but still using the degree of checks and balances we currently use.

2) PR and PA should work closely in hand. Since we are both trying to bring in new players and keep them here. Tell us some of your ideas in regards to the Application process. What changes need to be made to the Acceptance email and rejection email? What kind of things can we do to allow new players more access to information to get them started? What can we do to keep player retention?

3) What would you do if anything to the disipline system for players? Id just like to know if you think its currently working and if not what would you do to change it?

New one I think applies to you:

4) What can you do to show voters you can handle this positon? You speak your mind pretty bluntly (as do I) and we can rub folks the wrong way even when we mean well. What can you do to show voters your going to be a fair and approachable PA?

Thank you for your time.

[Misty]

hey Misty here are my questions i put to Demson. Id like you to answer them as well, please.

1) What changes will you make if you become PA in regards to the OAS1 and 2. Do you think we need the OAS1? What can we do as OAS Dms and app reviewers to make getting in new players an easier task, but still using the degree of checks and balances we currently use.

currently, I would probably wish to do away with the OAS1 if it cannot be hosted at a regular time with a regular complement of DMs. While a great idea and wonderful tool, not having it available except by appointment only pretty much shoots itself in the foot.

2) PR and PA should work closely in hand. Since we are both trying to bring in new players and keep them here. Tell us some of your ideas in regards to the Application process. What changes need to be made to the Acceptance email and rejection email? What kind of things can we do to allow new players more access to information to get them started? What can we do to keep player retention?

I have to learn the current process before I can look it over and suggest change.

3) What would you do if anything to the discipline system for players? Id just like to know if you think its currently working and if not what would you do to change it?

I've not been privy to the details of the discipline system outside the decisions posted. So far that I can see, it seems to work. Again, I'll have to learn the details before I can scrutinise.

New one I think applies to you:

4) What can you do to show voters you can handle this positon? You speak your mind pretty bluntly (as do I) and we can rub folks the wrong way even when we mean well. What can you do to show voters your going to be a fair and approachable PA?

Thank you for your time.

Good question. I hate to refer to my time as HDM, because it's irrelevant to what seems the majority of the current membership. But, I just did. Amuse.

Fair? I'm not sure how to prove I can be fair, or at the very least, will endeavor to be fair.

I am often lurking the forums, therefore I read much of what is posted and can quickly get to PMs. If it would please the populace, I could lurk in #alfa more... though I'd rather step in by appointment to chat with specific people over specific subjects. Unless I'm at work, then I'll get to it when I get home - midnight EST.

the biggest barrier is my work schedule - at best it's four nights a week at prime 'free' time for must of the US population, and sleeptime for many others. At worst it's more than four nights.

My work schedule makes playing difficult and DMing impossible. This is something I see as contributing to a place I still love, for all its issues.

I do like to speak, or type, as plainly and directly as possible. I welcome questions, and ask many myself, for misunderstanding is a common problem with this medium in which we communicate.

[Nalo Jade]

Do you think Player Standards should fall under the PA's portfolio?

[Misty]

Please clarify. I'm not sure I understand what exactly you mean by 'Player Standards' as opposed to the regular standards for membership?

[zicada]

And I shall answer.






To begin, yes I'm serious about running. I still read most the forums, but hardly reply.


Zic asks:

Basically what i would like to know is, would you be onboard and support a rather major re-think on how we organize and run things, in the interest of improving many aspects of the community ? Even though these questions do not fall specifically on you, you will be an admin, and as such have alot of say on the matter.

No. I do not offer to fill the mostly thankless position of Player Admin in order to revolutionize the system.

You know, that doesnt seem very serious at all. As PA, hardly replying is not going to work out very well i think. PA is the admin that needs to read the forums the most i would say.

You also appear to be very negative about this, re: 'mostly thankless job'. Im sure kudos is served based on what is deserved.

Are you really sure you're the right person for this ? Or are you simply stepping up in case nobody else does ? If you walk into this feeling its a hassle from day 1, how could you do a great job ?

Sorry, gonna self-moderate a bit.

My point was this: from your OP, you dont seem particularily enthusiastic about getting voted in. I got the feeling you signed up just in case anyone else didnt. Its pretty important i think to really want this. Its also going to be important to post alot more on why you should be voted in,- to elaborate a bit more on questions asked, and so on.

[Misty]

Considering the damage to morale of every previous PA, only one of whom felt able to serve more than one term, I think being 'hungry' for the position leads to long-term damage.

Do I want it? I don't know the full extent of what I'm getting myself into, so I cannot give a more informed answer. Enthusiasm died some time ago, when the expression of such seemed to bring negative consequences.

If that is not enough for you, so be it. I'm not going to cry if I'm not elected.



ADDENDUM: I am not comfortable talking about why I'm the best for the position. I honestly do not know if I am or not. I would prefer to answer specific questions, than go on the campaign trail. The only sorts of those I like are the ones run by DMs.

[Vendrin]

Planetouched? Allow them?

You going to be able to join us on a NWN2 server soon, or is that still a cost issue?

Moar stories plz?

[Misty]

I see no reason why Planetouched cannot be allowed under the same conditions as Favored Souls, namely the Extraordinary PC clause. I would support their inclusion and work towards that, but I won't be able to just dictate it and make it so.

There is a NWN2-capable computer 15' away from mine at the moment, and I get to play some mornings.


Stories need inspiration, and I've lacked that for a while. I'll see what I can do

[mr duncan]

Planetouched? Allow them?

Ill repeat this question. Its about damned time we were allowed to play DnD as it is offered to players in the books. (EDIT- ok, you answered while i was typing)


Also, I find your detachment and lack of false fervor to be a huge plus. There are some of us that feel the exact opposite of zic. (ok, maybe just one)


J

[Vendrin]

There is a NWN2-capable computer 15' away from mine at the moment, and I get to play some mornings.

Huzzah!

Stories need inspiration, and I've lacked that for a while. I'll see what I can do

Banites ftw?

[Veilan]

Hey Misty,

does, in your eyes, lying to a DM constitute cheating? Feel free to add qualifiyers if you feel they are necessary.

Thank you and good luck,

[Nalo Jade]

Clarification of the "player standards"

It was recommended by a few during Rick/Rusty exodus... that the DMA has too much in the positions portfolio.

So would you seek a change to the charter from the LA that would define and place "Player related standards" I.E. playable races/classes and needed adjustments to their out of the box set up to be explicitley listed under PA's platform.

Currently the PA's platform is one of representing the players, it really does not matter to the DM's what the players are allowed to do...they control the game world. It would make sense to some that things that have to do with the players be dealt with by the player rep.

[Misty]

Lying to a DM. can't say it is specifically cheating, but is it bad?

Imperically, I would say yes.

Intuitively, I would say you seem to be trying to ask me about some past issue I've not bothered to pay attention to.

Regarding said lying, one must also consider what the specific issue is, point of view, and if the lying is deliberate. All of which would be heavily scrutinised. Telling a DM that one will be at a session and not showing up can be lying, but hardly punishable.


Standards shake-up.

I would not say it does not matter to the DMA what people play. In truth, I've not looked at the standards recently, where they lie, who decides what. It looked like discussion of such was shared among all Admin, but maybe not. I would have to look and see before I choose to do anything.

As I told Zicada, I'm not running to be a rabid revolutionary of the system. I'm running to lend a hand to a community I love. I think I will do a good job in my mostly quiet way, much as I directed a server team for almost a year. I'm very fond of the approach that gathers input from people before deciding a course of action.