New PnR Moderator

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(07-26-2015, 12:10 PM)Bengalholic Wrote: I just wanted to take a minute to thank Matt for accepting the role as PnR mod in the first place. Honestly, it's a pretty thankless job. When I created the board, members asked for PnR. I wasn't necessarily a fan of the idea, and it was only the willingness of Matt to moderate it, that the section even became a reality.

Now, with Matt stepping down at the end of the month, we have to decide how to proceed with the forum. Do we put another mod in place, or just allow members to report posts or PM admins as we do in all other sections. The staff will be discussing this.

I saw someone suggest that maybe PnR just be done away with. In the very early stages of the board, I might have agreed...because I wasn't its biggest supporter to begin with. But now, the truth is...PnR has become a big part of the board. Only Jungle Noise is more active and prolific in terms of posting.

That also brings me to another point. While I rarely post in PnR, I do go through it a couple times a week. It can absolutely get contentious, personal, and bring out some damn strong feelings in people. But, Jungle Noise tends to be the same way...maybe even worse at times. So, PnR will definitely be staying.

I'm glad you're keeping it.
If for nothing else, I feel it's necessary for containment.
As far as moderation, I agree with the suggestion of 2 mods, with you being the tie-breaker in needed situations.
I also believe the two need to be familiar with this forum.
It really goes a long way in moderation when you know a person's history, style, and tendencies.
A person with this knowledge can stop problems, before they happen..
And for those eliminating someone from consideration because of an ability to troll, you do realize who would be the best at counter-trolling, right ?
A "troll on the payroll" is not necessarily a bad idea..