04-10-2024, 06:54 PM
(04-10-2024, 06:35 PM)Observing Future Wrote: Because if you throw in a "This game is for only those above the age of 18+", it will potentially draw the attention of minors. They'll see it as something to try and get into to prove a point, that they can handle it or don't need supervision.
I have seen many, many instances where the administration team stepped in to stop uncomfortable situations once it is noticed or reported. That is the best they're able to do, and to expect more is simply unreasonable and does come off as nitpicking and being very disingenuous.
I'm very sorry, but I will be completely honest!
How this thread reads, doesn't read like someone that actually cares about the safety of minors.
It reads like someone who is trying to 'get back' at another person and is using their variation of "Facts and logic" that is unreasonable and unsustainable within any community.
There are MANY things that Eternia could be criticized for, but the "THINK OF THE CHILDREN" line ain't one of them.
I... Honestly, you're right. While I do care about the safety of minors, it's a difficult situation to handle in regards to moderation. I don't claim to have answers, but I do want people to think about and talk about this.
As for my motivations for starting the discussion? Yeah. I was upset that the rule about minors wasn't made clear when I originally read the rules. If anything, the poll thread is just out of shock at my own ignorance. The fact that people are pointing fingers back at me for being a fear-monger and a hypocrite just... It hurts a lot. Especially considering how much respect I have for numerous members of the community. I want to get back in their good graces and I don't know how. The damage I've done is pretty much irreversible. I just want people to stop hating me and calling me a disgusting person, man...