The "Make Fun of This Person" thread for July

• constantius · 06/30/09, 7:24 PM

STOP REPORTING POSTS IN THIS THREAD FOR INFRACTIONS, OR I'LL GIVE YOU ONE INSTEAD.

User: Nytkin
Infraction: Mod Sass
Points: 1

Administrative Note:

Message to User:

Infraction and Warning
Hello,
Regarding your two messages to me today; one, an infraction, and one a warning, I feel a little confused.

First off, you warn me of bad grammar. How odd and funny, given that I am a paid technical writer and publisher of novels for a living. I read and re-read my post and found much less offensive grammar in it than in many posts on Elitist Jerks.

Secondly, I find it a little rude and off-base to suggest I read the forums more and not provide anecdotes. I have been reading EJ for as long as it has existed and direct many World of Warcraft players to EJ. I was not providing a mere anecdote, but actually providing real data based on real experience as a feral cat druid in WoW.

Thirdly, why you would give an infraction AND a warning back to back within less than a minute of your sending them strikes me as odd and unwaranted. My posts offer legitimate and empirical information.

Please check your tone when dealing with people who not only value but also drive tons of traffic to your site.

Regards,
<real name here>
Nyt - Crushridge US

If you're a technical writer, than you're a fairly poor one. If you feel other people have been abusing grammar to an extent greater than your own, then feel free to report their posts, and they will be dealt with in turn.

Your so-called "empirical evidence" is nothing of the sort. One source of data does not provide evidence, and screenshots of meters in-game gives absolutely no usable information. If you've truly been reading EJ for as long as it has existed, then you haven't learned much.

As an aside, we honestly couldn't care less if you drive traffic to this site or not. We're not exactly in it for the advertising revenue. It's a site by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts.

For those interested in a time-line of the entire "encounter":

We start with:
Infraction for Nytkin: 6. Do not post unless you have something new and worthwhile to say.
and then just down the page from that:
Warning for Nytkin: 6. Do not post unless you have something new and worthwhile to say.

But then, we get the mod sass starting:
http://elitistjerks.com/f34/t65553-i...tkin_mod_sass/

If she'd left it at the first paragraph, that would have been fine. Unfortunately, she chose to go further, so I gave her a second point to give her some non-posting time to think.

As an aside, she claims to have "been reading EJ since it existed", but registered last January, and has 4 whole posts to her name.

Next, she decided that it would be a great idea to report the infractions themselves to bitch about me some more. First, through, she edited her "Alts" section of her profile to read:

constanius is a biatch

I'm glad she spelled my name right for posterity. She also decided to send an email to Bazz (GM of Fusion, the guild I raid with):

Hello,
I seem to have somehow lost access to be able to forward or send messages on EJ. I assume it's from the actions of constanius. Why she seems to want to come after me so vehemently, I am not sure. While I'm not expert on cat dps and the world's best writer and perfect in all my logic, I certainly am not shabby and come across at least as half as clear as many EJ posters.

Since I can no longer forward the messages from EJ, I will just link them to you here:
Infraction for Nytkin: 6. Do not post unless you have something new and worthwhile to say.
Warning for Nytkin: 6. Do not post unless you have something new and worthwhile to say.
http://elitistjerks.com/f34/t65553-i...tkin_mod_sass/

Thanks for your time looking into this. It is just an FYI about the rep that your guild and EJ gets. Constanius seems to be trolling the forum and abusing the power her admin rights offer.

Best,
Nyt - US Crushridge

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And then started reporting the actual infractions! Her report for Infraction #1 above:

This is inflammatory and harassing. Constanius sent me three such rude private messages today regarding posts that I made that other EJ posters replied to, acknowledged as helpful, and referenced in their following posts.
Please note that I am not the one who did something offensive. Rather, it is this constanius who seems to be crazy with giving out unwarranted infarctions and warnings.
Thank you.

and (I assume she ran out of space) she reported the same Infraction again:

Ironic that constainius accuses me of poor grammar by using poor grammar as follows: "..As well, you may want to consider cleaning up your grammar for future posts."

Last time I checked Strunk and White or my two master's degrees and six figure salary as a writer, starting a sentence with "as well," is not proper grammar.

To be accused of poor grammar in my post is offensive, given that the posts I've put up follow the strictest of English grammar in combination with some WoW based colloquialisms.

Please reign in the antics of this "drunk with power" forum moderator who is slapping infractions and warnings all over the place for unwarranted reasons.

Thanks.

(bolds my own)

Kaubel then slapped her with a couple of 10-pointers:
Infraction for Nytkin: 6. Do not post unless you have something new and worthwhile to say.
Infraction for Nytkin: The Banhammer
to which she responded:

This is rude and inflammatory.
I've done nothing wrong.
Please review the history of my posts and you will see that kaubel and constanius are off base.
Thanks.

So, I was called a prick by an EJ moderator? Really? Why?
If you read my posts, I've done nothing to warrant this.
Why are people acting like they are 15 year old boys?
Come on, please find mature, sensible moderators who at least have some idea of appropriateness.

◊ Kaubel · 07/01/09, 3:53 PM

It's that time again, folks. For reference, see the PM response/infraction above. And for some bonus background info:

Infraction for Nytkin: 6. Do not post unless you have something new and worthwhile to say.
Infraction for Nytkin: The Banhammer

This is rude and inflammatory.
I've done nothing wrong.
Please review the history of my posts and you will see that kaubel and constanius are off base.
Thanks.

So, I was called a prick by an EJ moderator? Really? Why?
If you read my posts, I've done nothing to warrant this.
Why are people acting like they are 15 year old boys?
Come on, please find mature, sensible moderators who at least have some idea of appropriateness.

Like last time, it's a free-for-all. It's your one chance to flame and mock this former EJ forum member without fear of getting your own infraction. Take note though. The person you're making fun of has two master's degrees and is an accomplished author who earns a six-figure salary, so only comment if you're absolutely worthy.

◊ zirky · 07/01/09, 4:02 PM

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elandriel · 07/01/09, 4:24 PM

Err let me get this straight: he thought that Constantius was the more harsh and strict of you two? That alone proves his level of intelligence (subzero). As a side note: he could very well be a six figure earning author; we live in a world where Harry Potter is considered quality literature after all.

• Bazazu · 07/01/09, 4:26 PM

Originally Posted by elandriel

Err let me get this straight: he thought that Constantius was the more harsh and strict of you two? That alone proves his level of intelligence (subzero). As a side note: he could very well be a six figure earning author; we live in a world where Harry Potter is considered quality literature after all.

Or worse: Twilight

Nid · 07/01/09, 4:27 PM

Taken from one of her posts whining about mistreatment by Constantius.

Please reign in the antics of this "drunk with power" forum moderator who is slapping infractions and warnings all over the place for unwarranted reasons.

(emphasis mine)

Although it stings to admit it, I have only one Masters degree and it is in a biological discipline instead of something hard like English or Journalism. I'm hoping my doctoral work will offset this. Despite my current shortcomings, I would like to point out that somebody with two Masters degrees should not be perpetuating the misuse of the word "reign" in the expression "rein in" especially a self-proclaimed successful writer who has some vested interest in the preservation of the English language. The expression stems from the equestrian term of using the reins to slow down, hold back, and otherwise limit the movement of the horse. The word "reign" refers to rulership and exercise of authority, usually by a monarch. The implication of control in both word choices (as well as overall stupidity and lack of attention) is what has undoubtedly led to the adulteration of this expression. You should not be a party to this though. Please review your graduate work (or your primary school education) with special care regarding homonyms, especially if you wish to have your claim of being a language authority acknowledged by others.

To answer your last questions, you are being treated in this fashion because you haven't learned one basic rule of survival: when you play in somebody's sandbox, you play by their rules. Nobody here has any right to post; it is a privilege. A moderator telling you that your posts are not satisfactory is a pretty clear message. It means that you should shut up and figure out why your posts are not satisfactory.

Finally, in homage to the infraction-free zone:

Nid.

P.S. The Seresthepriest thread still wins though.

Rott · 07/01/09, 4:31 PM

Needs more of the last mocking thread imo.

Uzziel · 07/01/09, 4:47 PM

Yay for guildmates.

Melthu · 07/01/09, 4:50 PM

Not one, but two master's degrees.

• fallenman · 07/01/09, 4:52 PM

North Carolina Sewer Monster - Found to Actually be Writer and Former EJ Member

• constantius · 07/01/09, 4:53 PM

Originally Posted by Nadnerb5

Yay for guildmates.

I'm sorry for you.

• fallenman · 07/01/09, 4:58 PM

She probably got her degrees in the same manner Peggy Hill got hers on King of the Hill. The Substitute Spanish Prisoner - King of the Hill Wiki

Yeah, I'm sold. That's how she got her degrees. It all started with an online IQ test that told her she was a genius.

Exemplar · 07/01/09, 4:59 PM

We all know the real reason for Mrs. Edumacation's crap posts. She forgot to mail them to her editor for corrections prior to posting. Thankfully, the moderators have solved this problem. Now she'll have to have his editor post for her!

On that note, I hope her editor reads this thread and realizes she/he (the editor) needs a larger cut of the schlub's sales.

Edit: Sex change operation on above post. I assumed the editor could be male or female, but somehow assumed only a guy could be dumb enough for this ban.

• fallenman · 07/01/09, 5:00 PM

It's a she by the way. A big fat scary one at that.

Rott · 07/01/09, 5:01 PM

Originally Posted by Nadnerb5

Yay for guildmates.

Just knowing that she knows this thread exists makes it all the more gratifying.

The seresthepriest thread was great but it lacked a certain punch because we had no idea if she would be able to read it or not.

• constantius · 07/01/09, 5:02 PM

Ya, if Bazz and I hadn't edited her posts, you would all now know:
1. Her real name.
2. Her street address.
3. Her email address.
4. Her zip code.
5. Her Facebook page.

Even just her name and the fact that she's an author is enough to get 5/10 of the first page of hits on Google.

Her account has actually been IP-banned, but the next time she hard-resets her modem (or her guildmates tell her about it), she can view it in all of its glory.

elandriel · 07/01/09, 5:08 PM

Is this "idiot of the month flame away" going to become permanent? i.e. Every month the mods pick up the poster who they believe deserves the honors and hand him over to the masses? Please SAY YES!!! (color coded homage to the previous similar thread)

p.s. If it is indeed here to stay I will have to brush up my insult repertoire by replaying Monkey Island 1&2.

edit: @Constantius: If she wanted to remove letters from your name in order to insult you, I believe that removing the "i" along with the "t" would have a much better effect

Jarlyn · 07/01/09, 5:12 PM

Did I do this right?

• fallenman · 07/01/09, 5:17 PM

Originally Posted by constantius

Ya, if Bazz and I hadn't edited her posts, you would all now know:
1. Her real name.
2. Her street address.
3. Her email address.
4. Her zip code.
5. Her Facebook page.

Even just her name and the fact that she's an author is enough to get 5/10 of the first page of hits on Google.

Her account has actually been IP-banned, but the next time she hard-resets her modem (or her guildmates tell her about it), she can view it in all of its glory.

deathpenalty.guildomatic.com :: View topic - Nytkin

Torrential · 07/01/09, 5:21 PM

Originally Posted by Jarlyn

[Pretty Picture]

Did I do this right?

Well, I'm confused so I'm going to assume that you did an excellent job. Of whatever it was you were doing. Well done, sir.

• Daler · 07/01/09, 5:30 PM

Originally Posted by Melthu

Not one, but two master's degrees.

How has there been no CSI pic for this yet?

• constantius · 07/01/09, 5:43 PM

Originally Posted by Jarlyn

Did I do this right?

In the mountains!

Torrential · 07/01/09, 5:46 PM

Originally Posted by constantius

In the mountains!

OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH, man do I feel dumb.

/dunce cap

• Relwin · 07/01/09, 5:47 PM

Seriously, fuck vegetarians.

Arantes · 07/01/09, 5:51 PM

Since I've taken to reading the banhammer as a regular pastime lately I suspected, when I saw this thread, that Nytkin might be the lucky subject of it.

I was right! What's my prize?

Long time poster, first time reader.

ARANTES JENKINS