I still don't understand the forum infraction system. You see some of the same people posting nasty and rude remarks to those they disagree with, consistently, for the three years I've been here, and continue being allowed to do so.
Yet, others could post topics and replies that are always in line with the rules, are positive, lighthearted, constructive in both compliments and criticisms, posts that try to deter negativity at times, etc., and receive an infraction within minutes of posting a response that jokes with someone (actually telling them you're just joking around and adding a smiley) about using punctuation in their post.
Don't get it.
No one has ever been infracted for following the rules. As I mentioned above, in most cases someone has reported a post before we ever look at it, so at least one non-turbine employee thinks something is wrong. Then a PM is sent explaining what and why.
It's a bit like those who claim to have no idea why they got pulled over by the police. You did something to catch the officer's attention. It wasn't because he was bored and just looking for someone to chat with. Your shiny new ticket is also probably a sign that you were doing something you shouldn't have been.
Originally Posted by PoeticNightmare
Former Community Manager & Harbinger of Soon
