official asshat opponent thread

[riskllama]

because it is against "the rules", doesn't make it a bad idea, owen...

[riskllama]

oi, betty! mind if i use this thread for asshat teammates, or should i start my own thread? i got me a gooder...

[Dukasaur]

I can see it is against the rules. I have not seen a reasoning why a thread like this is a bad idea, aside from the fact it is against the rules.

Presumably when they made the rule they had reasoning. I remember there was a time when the forum was a pretty vicious place to be around. I think the rule has gone to far if we are no longer allowed to shame people for what they do in games. Perhaps we could just post game links with no comment attached instead.

I don't think it's wrong to point out behaviour in games that you object to. The problem arises when you expand the description to personal insults.

Perfectly acceptable: Joe Shmoe pulled a real sleazy move in our game. He did (etc., etc.)

Not acceptable: Joe Shmoe pulled a real sleazy move; I'm pretty sure he licks canine scrota, plural.

It's a fine line, I know. Easier said then done. Sometimes very much easier said then done. Still, please try. By all means shame bad players. Just keep the terms of reference to what happens in their game, and don't speculate about their ancestry, appearance, sexual orientation, dietary habits, etc., and everything will be just fine.

[Maxleod]

I have now. Wasn't aware that was the etiquette. Give me the history of this Owen. Why is this thread so out of order. If it is against the rules why were the rules implemented.

I think a name and shame thread is a great idea. Why is it not?

I think I know why owenshooter wouldn't want a thread like this one to exist; I disabled the "global chat" panel because of him (and this other guy, moynul).

(ps: do I have enough posts in the forum now owen, or am I still not allowed to speak?)

[betiko]

oi, betty! mind if i use this thread for asshat teammates, or should i start my own thread? i got me a gooder...

no probs be my guest!

[elfish_lad]

Huh. Now that I'm paying more attention to it, there are actually a lot more sub 4.0 players than I imagined. It's like bright yellow cars. Now that I brought bright yellow cars to your attention, that's BRIGHT YELLOW CARS you'll see three of them today.

[waauw]

Huh. Now that I'm paying more attention to it, there are actually a lot more sub 4.0 players than I imagined. It's like bright yellow cars. Now that I brought bright yellow cars to your attention, that's BRIGHT YELLOW CARS you'll see three of them today.

If I see one, can I punch your shoulder?

[boberz]

Huh. Now that I'm paying more attention to it, there are actually a lot more sub 4.0 players than I imagined. It's like bright yellow cars. Now that I brought bright yellow cars to your attention, that's BRIGHT YELLOW CARS you'll see three of them today.

Yes I thought that yesterday as well.

[elfish_lad]

Ok. Now that I'm watching I'm wondering: how does a player quickly become a sub 4.0 player? Let's build a primer. Build on the list from which a player can choose five (5) attributes and/or styles of play in order to see that rating take a dive.

A. Upon entering a game, especially if your host greets you, saying nothing, or better yet talk about how you are going to destroy him (them) and then after your victory how you are going to have carnal knowledge of their: family member(s), pet(s), furniture, or all of the above.

B. Upon entering a game, a game you have chosen to join, complain about the settings, the map, the ranks of other players, the weather, the Euro, your jock itch.

C. In a large, classic, escalating card game always go for the Oceana bonus. Always. Be sure to take out the stacks of at least two (2) other players, ruining the game for them on your way to your 28th consecutive loss. Well done.

D. Say “good game” to the other player(s) every time a player attacks you early on. You whiney bitch.

E. Then come back and win and talk about how awesome you play.

F. Say “I'll dead beat now” every time you start to loose, then come back later with a huge drop.

G. But you still loose you punk.

H. As soon as an opponent does something you don't like call them a “gay fish.” Or some other epitaph. You choose.

I. Two (2) rounds into a speed game, pout, take your ball and go home, leaving your opponent watching the clock until you are booted. Why does your opponent wait around for the clock to spin down? Please see “F.” Then please see "G." Cheers.

J. Join 1,880 games in a free, fun, community game. Then dead beat in 38.6% of those games. Because you are precious. And you can. You turnip.

K. Bitch about the dice every time you loose a roll, a turn, a game.

L. Talk about your awesome stratagem every time, against ALL f*cking odds your whacked approach wins something. Even though you lose the game. Again.

M. Be angry about, and/or look for conspiracies under the CC carpet with regard to, the luck needed to win… in a game… which is… about… the luck of the rolling dice. That cannot be controlled. But are independant of all sacrificial goats, virgins, and strategy. And yell at the other player(s) as if they cursed you with same said bad luck.

N. Just play drunk.

Ok. I changed my mind. Just choose two (2).

E-hat.

[waauw]

There are many more ways. Try saying "GG easy" when you're about to win
Backstabbing and suiciding right before the round limit are good ways to piss off people as well.

[riskllama]

breaking truces is a guaranteed 1-2 for fair play stars for me...
usually spills over into attitude, as well. doesn't affect gameplay, tho - as breaking a truce is usually a good way to gain some ground and/or the victory.

[schiballs]

I can see it is against the rules. I have not seen a reasoning why a thread like this is a bad idea, aside from the fact it is against the rules.

Presumably when they made the rule they had reasoning. I remember there was a time when the forum was a pretty vicious place to be around. I think the rule has gone to far if we are no longer allowed to shame people for what they do in games. Perhaps we could just post game links with no comment attached instead.

Owenshooter he's right... you definitely have not answered the question he's asking. Why was it banned in the first place?

[schiballs]

Ok. Now that I'm watching I'm wondering: how does a player quickly become a sub 4.0 player? Let's build a primer. Build on the list from which a player can choose five (5) attributes and/or styles of play in order to see that rating take a dive.

A. Upon entering a game, especially if your host greets you, saying nothing, or better yet talk about how you are going to destroy him (them) and then after your victory how you are going to have carnal knowledge of their: family member(s), pet(s), furniture, or all of the above.

B. Upon entering a game, a game you have chosen to join, complain about the settings, the map, the ranks of other players, the weather, the Euro, your jock itch.

C. In a large, classic, escalating card game always go for the Oceana bonus. Always. Be sure to take out the stacks of at least two (2) other players, ruining the game for them on your way to your 28th consecutive loss. Well done.

D. Say “good game” to the other player(s) every time a player attacks you early on. You whiney bitch.

E. Then come back and win and talk about how awesome you play.

F. Say “I'll dead beat now” every time you start to loose, then come back later with a huge drop.

G. But you still loose you punk.

H. As soon as an opponent does something you don't like call them a “gay fish.” Or some other epitaph. You choose.

I. Two (2) rounds into a speed game, pout, take your ball and go home, leaving your opponent watching the clock until you are booted. Why does your opponent wait around for the clock to spin down? Please see “F.” Then please see "G." Cheers.

J. Join 1,880 games in a free, fun, community game. Then dead beat in 38.6% of those games. Because you are precious. And you can. You turnip.

K. Bitch about the dice every time you loose a roll, a turn, a game.

L. Talk about your awesome stratagem every time, against ALL f*cking odds your whacked approach wins something. Even though you lose the game. Again.

M. Be angry about, and/or look for conspiracies under the CC carpet with regard to, the luck needed to win… in a game… which is… about… the luck of the rolling dice. That cannot be controlled. But are independant of all sacrificial goats, virgins, and strategy. And yell at the other player(s) as if they cursed you with same said bad luck.

N. Just play drunk.

Ok. I changed my mind. Just choose two (2).

E-hat.

Oooo oooo! I know someone who is the epitome of K! I won't say his name but it's not anything similar to angelspoon...

[owenshooter]

Owenshooter he's right... you definitely have not answered the question he's asking. Why was it banned in the first place?

i'm truly sorry that neither of you are competent enough to conduct a SEARCH of the forums to find your own answers. and i find it truly amazing that you keep asking, "why was it banned?"... you mean, you literally have NO IDEA why the flame wars forum was removed, why flame threads are not allowed and why this flame thread should be locked? here you go, for those of you that are too daft to find your answers:

Subject: Flame Wars Removed

Unlike the beautiful colo(u)r scheme we launched on April 1st as an April Fools joke, the removal of Flame Wars was no joke. We have given this a lot of thought and consideration and agree that Flame Wars no longer fits into the future vision for the site. It was becoming more clear that the flames were spilling out of that forum and taking up more moderation time to sort out.

We were also concerned about the unfriendly atmosphere this was generating for new people. I realise this will be an unpopular move with some of you, but I can assure you a lot of thought has gone into this.

Peace & Love will also be removed very shortly, that was fun while it lasted

*cough*... hope that answers the question that you were unable to figure out for yourself... the black jesus has educated the short bus...-Jésus noir

[Army of GOD]

are these people hats for asses or do they need an asshat?

[boberz]

We were also concerned about the unfriendly atmosphere this was generating for new people. I realise this will be an unpopular move with some of you, but I can assure you a lot of thought has gone into this.

A pertinent quote.

[riskllama]

here's one :
tpotter7704
Game 16453378

guy deadbeats after it becomes apparent he has ZERP chance of winning, shot him one polite request to take his turns. he takes a couple, then back to dbing. whatever, no big deal - i can wait....
then, after he sees i gave him 2 stars for attitude(left gameplay & fairplay @ zero and tagged him quitter/sore loser i think ), he foes me & launches into a double posting spree on my wall, going off about how he's been "bullied( ) by clan types and how having someone "sit" for you is cheating(which, oddly enough, didn't occur once in our game )
just found this very amusing and felt like sharing...
any clans out there looking for a guy w/7500+ games under his belt who has yet to grasp the fundamentals of poly/team play may want to take a hard look @ this guy, or at the very least, join a few of his poly games and have a bit of fun...
llama

[jgordon1111]

Betiko, looks like someone pissed on your pristine crown, sorry uh nope, buck up use the options available and move on, after all there isn't any rule violations that have committed against you. And CC is still fine even with you feeling butt hurt, both we and you will get over it, matter of fact I'm over it already, how about you?

[riskllama]

Betiko, looks like someone pissed on your pristine crown, sorry uh nope, buck up use the options available and move on, after all there isn't any rule violations that have committed against you. And CC is still fine even with you feeling butt hurt, both we and you will get over it, matter of fact I'm over it already, how about you?

wrong thread?
hey, aren't you doing the very thing you are trying to get stopped with that new foe feature you posted in suggs? kinda seems like it to me, j...

[owenshooter]

Betiko, looks like someone pissed on your pristine crown, sorry uh nope, buck up use the options available and move on, after all there isn't any rule violations that have committed against you. And CC is still fine even with you feeling butt hurt, both we and you will get over it, matter of fact I'm over it already, how about you?

wrong thread?

nope, still the same flame thread that was started in the GD... looks to be in the right place... sorry about your little butt...-Bj

[riskllama]

owen, once you get a job and buy some premium - you HAVE to play this guy, unless he's already foe'd you...

[BrutalBob]

SO I have one. I play doubles against this guy. The game is fine, they win and he gives me what I consider a poor or average rating.

Its no real problem. I dont think its reflective of anything that happened in the game but whatever, everyone has a different opinion on how to rate.

We play another doubles game, rematch, and I leave him the same rating he left me last game- average for all.

Says he cant understand why such a poor rating and foes me.

Seeing as though i have only stated fact I should be able to say his name is Jackspratt

[owenshooter]

Seeing as though i have only stated fact I should be able to say his name is Jackspratt

yeah, it's cool... flaming is allowed in the GD now...-Bj

[elfish_lad]

I would rather see those mentioned in this thread go nameless and without any specific clues given to their identity. We have the luxury at the moment, with so very few posting and reading the forums, to post a name without it de-evolving into grade three (3) back and forth name calling like, "Oh yeah?!? Bugger face!" To which the traditional reply is: "Fatty!"

But we need an asshat thread. I've been an asshat. People will need to get that shit out of their craw.

The most recent asshats I've encountered have foed me after 1 minute a turn speed games when I don't dead beat after they say "gg" in chat. "Game's over dude! Give up! You are wasting my time! Asshat!"

I will turn into asshat dude and take my full time and cash my cards when I can just because they have been a prick.

In that instant? It becomes asshat vs. asshat. I have the advantage of practicing being an asshat for 53 years and raising four (4) sons who are asshats ben asshat.

But these guys? Asshats AND mouth breathers.

E.hat

Mouth breathers.

[iAmCaffeine]

I'm an official asshat.