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Post by MyTatuo on Dec 14, 2006 16:08:20 GMT -5
This request/offer is in response to the removal of the 18+ section on the Pam board, and the dearth of members on the other boards that have 18+ sections. (Not to take away from said boards, since two are for specific male cast members, one is for adult stories, and yet another for slash.)
Has the time come for an 18+ section on this board, where we can discuss adult-themed topics related to TGAH as a whole, or even off-topic subjects? It would probably be placed as a sub-board in the OT section for that reason, but On-Topic would also be welcomed.
Does anyone have suggestions for this, or is anyone (including the admin/mods) opposed to the idea? Comment below...
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Post by jopierce on Dec 14, 2006 16:24:14 GMT -5
I have not voted yet, since I am conflicted.
If it is adult topic, I would prefer it be GAH related in some way.
Is there a reason why the Pam 18+ is being disassembled? (This can be in PM if it is not appropriate to discuss it publically.) Just curious.
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Post by MyTatuo on Dec 14, 2006 16:43:01 GMT -5
(That would be a "Why, aren't we here for TGAH?" vote, but you may change your mind later ) I just wanted a forum where the GAH-members can feel free to not only discuss GAH without overly-worrying about ProBoards TOS, but to go off-topic as well without someone saying "Hey, this is supposed to be about GAH!" Kinda like we talk in chats... Also, I notice that HD not only posts a lot here, but in the OT board on ProBoards Support. I wanted to give him the opportunity to bring those subjects here to discuss with us, rather than the faceless multitude over there An 18+ section would free him to discuss topics that he used to bring up in the Lava Lounge. (Speaking of which, missd or HD would be the ones to talk to about its closure. I would only have assumptions based on recent developments there.)
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Post by HoudiniDerek on Dec 14, 2006 16:59:09 GMT -5
I voted yes because I think it helps spur development. I am sure that the other forums agree that sometimes you want to go outside what might be considered acceptable and post. I agree with that which is why I pushed for the Lava Lounge on the Pam forum. I think it would have to be monitored more efficiently than the rest of the forum...mainly to stay within the TOS of Proboards. As for where it goes, I am torn on this. I understand Josie's point, but I also like MyTatuo's idea to keep me around. I would say make a new section called THE PLAYLAND MOTEL that can only be seen by members...and then can only be accessed by those 18+. Then, there can be spots for captions and what not...as well as an OT section as one of the boards in that section. What does everyone think about that? Great idea, MyTatuo. I would be all for it. As for the Pam forum, Miss D felt that she wanted to do something different and not have the focus of the forum turn to that. She is not getting rid of it entirely...more of a revamp.
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Post by billswoman on Dec 14, 2006 18:08:33 GMT -5
I understand where MT and Jo are coming from. I'd suggest one board each: GAH only, and one in the OT area. I'd sort of prefer GAH only myself, and I wouldn't want to scroll through the non-GAH stuff to get to it.
Members only and password protected is good.
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Post by MelMac on Dec 14, 2006 18:32:58 GMT -5
In the case of the Lava Lounge, it was centered on GAH and Pam, no OT area really. But, and this is IMO only, I feel that if you want to go M-rated and it not be GAH, there are other boards on the Web for that not GAH related. It doesn't make sense to me to have an M-rated OT area, given we do have one risque thread in that folder and most list "NOT SAFE FOR WORK" in that area if it's in question.
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Post by HoudiniDerek on Dec 14, 2006 19:05:56 GMT -5
I understand where MT and Jo are coming from. I'd suggest one board each: GAH only, and one in the OT area. I'd sort of prefer GAH only myself, and I wouldn't want to scroll through the non-GAH stuff to get to it. Members only and password protected is good. That is why I suggested maybe an added section with a GAH board and an OT board...and that way it could be everything mature.
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Post by MelMac on Dec 14, 2006 22:18:54 GMT -5
I ultimately voted OK, but not quite as suggested. I think an 18+ section for M-rated GAH topics is fine, given that GAH Fan fiction, Culp, Katt and Scenario Slash have one, and even the Pam board to some extent. What I don't think is a good idea is an M-rated OT (non-GAH related) section. This of course is my opinion, but I've had no problems with posts around here that have the warning "NOT SAFE FOR WORK" in the posting before the text/link is posted. This means to me that it's M-rated and if I don't like it, skip it. Why have an extra board when we've had posts that are M-rated?
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Post by HoudiniDerek on Dec 14, 2006 23:29:42 GMT -5
I ultimately voted OK, but not quite as suggested. I think an 18+ section for M-rated GAH topics is fine, given that GAH Fan fiction, Culp, Katt and Scenario Slash have one, and even the Pam board to some extent. What I don't think is a good idea is an M-rated OT (non-GAH related) section. This of course is my opinion, but I've had no problems with posts around here that have the warning "NOT SAFE FOR WORK" in the posting before the text/link is posted. This means to me that it's M-rated and if I don't like it, skip it. Why have an extra board when we've had posts that are M-rated? Funny...I remember having an M-rated post edited...so obviously they are NOT okay. Besides, if Proboards came and looked, there should be comments and the like separated so there is less chance of a TOS violation. I think a separate section or board would be best with controlled access.
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Post by MyTatuo on Dec 14, 2006 23:35:44 GMT -5
That was why I suggested allowing OT threads, since I worry about those NOT SAFE FOR WORK threads all exposed like that.
You and I seem to be the only ones interested, tho, HD...
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Post by MelMac on Dec 14, 2006 23:37:03 GMT -5
What was tweaked I know was a little to far... though I do know about a double entendre one here too. But, this is just my opinion, I don't see a reason for one for OT topics when there's other boards for that stuff. This is GAH, and we all have fantasies about our favorite characters... some fun, some action/adventure, some romance. I have NP's with a GAH-related one though... if I did, there wouldn't be a spot for 18+ related stories.
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Post by HoudiniDerek on Dec 14, 2006 23:45:18 GMT -5
That was why I suggested allowing OT threads, since I worry about those NOT SAFE FOR WORK threads all exposed like that. You and I seem to be the only ones interested, tho, HD... Maybe you and I should just run away and start our own Mature themed proboards. I guess I still don't see why we can't have both, but have two different passwords so people can completely avoid it if they want.
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Post by jopierce on Dec 15, 2006 0:27:41 GMT -5
I vote sure, but not as posted. We are not all adults here... and not all of us are into that stuff. What I would suggest is similar to what has been suggested
-A not safe for work section that is the most explicit level, with double security
-An off topic section clearly labeled
-A dedicated person to monitor it, just in case
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Post by HoudiniDerek on Dec 15, 2006 11:26:23 GMT -5
I vote sure, but not as posted. We are not all adults here... and not all of us are into that stuff. What I would suggest is similar to what has been suggested
-A not safe for work section that is the most explicit level, with double security
-An off topic section clearly labeled
-A dedicated person to monitor it, just in case Really? I guess I don't know anyone here that is under age...maybe under 21, but not under 18...although I know that is a worry about having it exposed. To me, I still think an extra section would work with a GAH-themed board and an OT-themed section. That WOULD help keep me here, MyTatuo. As for dedicated person, MyTatuo is just salivating at the chance, right? When are we thinking this might be decided/resolved? Is this a new year unveiling or what? So far, everyone is on board to have at least a GAH one...
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Post by HoudiniDerek on Dec 18, 2006 18:28:37 GMT -5
In the case of the Lava Lounge, it was centered on GAH and Pam, no OT area really. But, and this is IMO only, I feel that if you want to go M-rated and it not be GAH, there are other boards on the Web for that not GAH related. It doesn't make sense to me to have an M-rated OT area, given we do have one risque thread in that folder and most list "NOT SAFE FOR WORK" in that area if it's in question. While the whole intent might have been centered around Pam, as you may recall, there were a lot of posts, captions especially, that dealt with other members of the show and the members of the forum. To me, that is somewhat a mix of GAH and OT because the members were never part of the show, so it is more a fantasy land like the PLAYLAND MOTEL...which I think we should name the section if we get it. So, far I see no dissent about having one at all...just differences in opinion on how to set it up. I was hoping that GG would stop by this thread and comment, but maybe he missed it, so I thought I would respond to some posts...and that would help by "bump"ing this up.
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Post by MyTatuo on Dec 20, 2006 13:50:42 GMT -5
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Post by jopierce on Dec 20, 2006 14:02:10 GMT -5
The way I interpreted this link and the discussion on it means that a password protected area like the one we are discussing, and like the one of some other boards, is not allowed. Is that how you interpret it?[/size]
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Post by MyTatuo on Dec 20, 2006 14:24:32 GMT -5
At the risk of pissing off ProBoards staff, I have asked for further clarificaiton, in my own "YOU'RE NOT LISTENING!" way... In the meantime, no more NOT SAFE FOR WORK material, people!
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Post by HoudiniDerek on Dec 20, 2006 16:24:52 GMT -5
Personally, MyTatuo, I agree with your sentiments over there about how they should absolutely delete mature topics instead of just locking them, but they don't see it that way. As for what a 13 year old can handle, that is really a matter of perspective to me. Maybe I will look around too and see what I can find.
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Post by billswoman on Dec 20, 2006 17:28:07 GMT -5
seeing as there are over a million proboards (and maybe some day they'll add an actual SEARCH FEATURE so the ones you want can be found), I've never checked with them about either a password protected area or an all-18+ board.
Am I going to burn for this now, or what?
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