Everybodies so mad . . .

POSTED BY: Hera
UPDATED: Friday, February 17, 2006 21:18
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HERA

Thursday, February 16, 2006 6:35 PM

I've been reading this board for 3 months now, and in the past two days I've seen something I've never seen before. Two folks have declared they're outta here, and not coming back, as discussions have gone (or started out) ugly.

Granted this is the only site I've ever hung out on, and perhaps I'm being naive (Kaylee is my favorite character, BTW) but . . .

Is it because the movie has made this site more popular (therefore more postings), or is it because we're coming down off the high of the relative success of the movie, or

is it just human nature?

Just asking 'cause I'm a little down about it, yet curious about other peoples thoughts. And also a little intimidated. Who's going to flame me now?

EDIT: well, probably flamed for starting this thread in Talk Story instead of General Discussions. Sigh.

"Wanna?" – Mal to Kaylee, Out of Gas

FOLLOWMAL

Thursday, February 16, 2006 6:43 PM

I don't know Hera, this is the only board I've ever frequented too. I find it IMHO, a haven and a home.

I have seen the posts you are referring to. The one lady who declared she was leaving did come back and I was grateful for that. I think despite some sarcasm in that thread ( on her part and others) that there were folks trying to cheer her up and answer her question.

As for the other fellow (?) ... I dunno. I think it's unfortunate that they left like that. It's just a difference of opinion.

Despite lots of jokes on this board and some really, really intelligent people ( very quick witted those guys are!) for the most part I think we're all peaceable and feel like we're part of a crew.

I don't think you'll get flamed. And I think all and all the board will stay a wonderful place.

"You're on my crew. Why are we still talking about this?" Mal

MAL4PREZ

Thursday, February 16, 2006 6:57 PM

Me too - about this being the only web site I frequent, or ever have frequented. From what I hear it's not so nice other places! I'm glad it's nice here, and I do hope it'll stay that way...

It doesn't seem surprising that all us BDM newbies and DVD newbies will include some downers, and that's too bad. Human nature though, like you say.

The one that left today sounded like he (she?) had his own anger to deal with. Sad! Hope he chills out and comes back to make up!

Ask Dr. Science ... he knows more than you do.
"I have a Master's degree ... in science!"

LEIGHKOHL

Thursday, February 16, 2006 6:58 PM

I haven't read any of the posts where people were claiming to leave but I have noticed a bit of a change on the boards. It was bound to happen with the movie bringing in new people. This seemed like a very tight-nit community when I started frequenting this site and I think people become very protective of that or get sensitive about it. I so enjoy this site and I have to say I am not perfect, sometimes I can be a little snarky about some questions brought up in threads. Maybe it's a question of maturity or just personality clashes but I hope every person that comes to this site can have some respect for each other and remember, this is supposed to be about soemthing you love and enjoy!

GRIMJACK21502

Thursday, February 16, 2006 7:22 PM

We are bound to have differences and trolls are everywhere, but the heart of this board is pure and loyal. I for one have loved the excitement over the past few days, and while I don't like to see anyone leave, I couldn't help but laugh at one particular post *cough*Operative*cough*.

But all joking aside, this community is a great support system, and eventhough they'll never admit it, those Browncoats that tend to be rather negative find this place, and its optimisim, cathartic as well.

I love my comrades-in-arms, and when we bicker among ourselves over rumors and the like, all it does is give me cause to love you 'Coats all the more...because that's what families do.

We will hold...we hold till Mal gets back.

"And once you're gone, you can never come back
When you're out of the blue and into the black"
-Neil Young

COPILOT

Thursday, February 16, 2006 7:29 PM

I know what you're talking about. It's the same way with real worlder part of the site. Maybe no one should talk politics here. No good can come from it. I like to be here because I feel safe and I don't have to explain my love of firefly to everyone. There is no reason to be angry but some people can't keep themselves from trying to hurt people.

An I carried such a torch

KELLAINA

Thursday, February 16, 2006 8:19 PM

While I admit I haven't seen the posts you're referring to, as the title of this thread intrigued me so I read it first, I know where you're coming from. I actually posted something similar in my flylog a few months ago, just after the DVD cover art was released.

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Is it because the movie has made this site more popular (therefore more postings), or is it because we're coming down off the high of the relative success of the movie, or is it just human nature?

Yes.

I think it's all three of those. More and more people are discovering the 'verse and the site and it's inevitable that not everyone will get along.

But there has also been a change in tone, and it's gone on for awhile, since the BDM was released. This was also inevitable, not everyone is going to like the same things, nor should they be expected to. And since this is a medium for expressing personal opinions conflict is likely.

It can be really difficult at times to determine a posters tone and intent in a post. Everyone (and I know I'm guilty of this) forgets that sarcasm doesn't always translate well when it's written down. And when what was intended to be a funny/snarky post gets taken seriously... well, lets just say it's not pretty.

I think you're on to something when you mention coming down off the high of the movie. Before the movie came out everyone was just concerned over whether or not there would be a movie that most conflicts tended to die pretty quickly.

Personally, this wasn't the first FF board I found and frequented, but it quickly became my favourite and now I consider it my 'home'. I don't post as much as I used to, mostly because of the change in tone (so much negativity) and because if I see one more petition thread I may scream (it's a long story).

I think the only thing anyone can do is just carry on being civil and browncoaty (yes, I know it's not a word but it should be!) and loving Firefly or Serenity or Joss or Mal or Nathan or Kaylee or Jewel or Simon or... whoever/whatever it is you like. That is why we are here. Hopefully, the rest will work itself out.

Just my $0.02CAD.

(That was a lot longer than I intended it to be. Sorry for the rambling.)

Hell with this; I'm gonna live! - Kaylee "Serenity"

If nothing we do matters, then all that matters is what we do. -"Angel"

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SHINY

Thursday, February 16, 2006 8:25 PM

By the way, there are a few of us moderators around in case some flame wars get out of hand, but sometimes RL gets in the way of reading FFF.net every day, so please feel free to e-mail me through my profile if you think a thread or post needs to be moved or edited.

- Shiny

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I don't need a gorram back-spaceship driver!!!

CHRISISALL

Thursday, February 16, 2006 8:36 PM

Hera, this board had a huge influx of new members post-BDM, and that changed the dynamic somewhat...The 'family' feel was diluted a bit, but as the passers-by fall off, I think the family feel will be coming back as strong as ever. I for one look foward to the many new permanent Browncoat members. Our family can't ever be too big.

BTW, if anyone's referring to the Real World Events Discussion board in particular, that corner of FFF has always been a hotbed of contention and sharp debate, some of us Browncoats like a good ruckus, and go in knowing it's gonna be rough, heh heh.

But is is, on occasion, hilarious Chrisisall

GLUEMAN

Thursday, February 16, 2006 8:59 PM

You want to see MAD go over to IMBD serenity board...GEEZ talk about Trolls! You want to get Flamed go there(although it can be funny sometimes)
Here's the link: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0379786/board/threads/

Their's a lot of passion about this show and it's bound to stir up emotions once in awhile.
Count your blessing the folks here are nice for the most part and you can get your FF Fix for the day.

So everbody let's all stay real shiney and work together to get our BDH back on the air!

River: (trying to eat an 'ice-planet') "My food is troublesome."

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