Don't feed the trolls

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Virtual_NooB wrote:

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Jaya5602 wrote:

The more "trolls" we get on the forums is a good thing. Means more people are starting to see PoE, probably due to the media blitz GGG has been on the last few days.

With popularity comes "trolls".

So true, but I believe Poe community can pull through.

Its good to have faith.

If we work together, by reporting bad behaviors to mods for example, we should be able to keep things civil. I feel we have great mods already in place, but they won't be able to see everything if the forums get a high boost in traffic post Ob.

It helps a lot if you can keep your calm while responding to *trolls*.. it can be hard sometimes and even lead to passive aggressivity, but it can prevent things from escalating.

They are not always *trolls*, we tend to think everyone has the same perspective of reality, no one really has the same vision of things, or should I say.. the same IQ.

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Sunflow wrote:

It helps a lot if you can keep your calm while responding to *trolls*.. it can be hard sometimes and even lead to passive aggressivity, but it can prevent things from escalating.

Responding is the worst thing you can do, it's much better to ignore it completely.

The trouble is though, for every person that simply ignores them there are plenty more that aren't bright enough to do that and so they get all the attention they desire.

Remember, when all else fails, there are two options:

1. hiding global and getting back into playing the game.
2. Just ignore the poisonous trolls. The harmless ones can just be blown off.

asangar:

I will say that I'm rather surprised at the maturity level of this community

I'd be willing to guess that it's almost all older gamers which means huge profits for GGG as these people will have more disposable income than some random kids who hear about it on facebook

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Jaya5602 wrote:

Trolls are not inherently bad, just the stupid ones. Good trolls are rare, brilliant ones are a sight to behold.

Too bad 99.99% of the trolls are the stupid ones, almost a lost art.

We called it The Dance
A clash of wits, trials by fire
Bored minds crave each step.

Some games get dull quick
Lure smart tongues into whips
This game, not so limp.

Sure, we get dumb trolls.
But as noted, they move on
Hard to troll when mute.

I do miss The Dance
Now and then I see a 'troll'
and test their rhythm.

**posting this from under a bridge**


Not all trolls are evil. Some trolls like to help people and give... "suggestive" ideas in the process.

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We called it The Dance
A clash of wits, trials by fire
Bored minds crave each step.

Some games get dull quick
Lure smart tongues into whips
This game, not so limp.

Sure, we get dumb trolls.
But as noted, they move on
Hard to troll when mute.

I do miss The Dance
Now and then I see a 'troll'
and test their rhythm.

hahaha nice, did you make it up or is it a common one, never seen it b4.

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RandallPOE wrote:

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Sunflow wrote:

It helps a lot if you can keep your calm while responding to *trolls*.. it can be hard sometimes and even lead to passive aggressivity, but it can prevent things from escalating.

Responding is the worst thing you can do, it's much better to ignore it completely.

The trouble is though, for every person that simply ignores them there are plenty more that aren't bright enough to do that and so they get all the attention they desire.

As a parent, I learned that a child will seek attention.. whether it be good or bad, when they are in need. Ignoring them is not always the solution.

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Sunflow wrote:

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RandallPOE wrote:

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Sunflow wrote:

It helps a lot if you can keep your calm while responding to *trolls*.. it can be hard sometimes and even lead to passive aggressivity, but it can prevent things from escalating.

Responding is the worst thing you can do, it's much better to ignore it completely.

The trouble is though, for every person that simply ignores them there are plenty more that aren't bright enough to do that and so they get all the attention they desire.

As a parent, I learned that a child will seek attention.. whether it be good or bad, when they are in need. Ignoring them is not always the solution.

True but arguing or giving in to the need for attention isnt either. So its a doublesided blade. Id personally rather ignore them instead of buying what they are shoveling lol.

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Sunflow wrote:

As a parent, I learned that a child will seek attention.. whether it be good or bad, when they are in need. Ignoring them is not always the solution.

As a parent, it is your child, your responsibility. A troll isn't. If a child constantly seeks your attention by trashing your new smartphone or pulling your hair, a bit of education might be warranted.

And hey, if they want attention, I am more than willing to give it to them if they manage to discuss a topic in an adult and reasonable manner. But then they're not trolling any more, which means: Either way, problem solved.