(03-27-2015, 03:23 AM)Graeham Ridgefield Wrote: I think you're misunderstanding and unintentionally just stating things that are rather obvious to many.I have not, and I still (quite simply) disagree entirely. My assessment of our community is diametrically at odds with yours, and that's just all there is to it. Outside of these forums I hear the exact opposite of what you're expressing: I hear comments about how wonderful our community is, how welcoming, nice, and helpful it is. I hear from players so happy they switched servers, and from those brand new to the game who feel it is a breath of fresh air to have so many RPers around.Â
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At some point that ceases to be a case of 'try, try, again' and more to do with a need to address the rot that exists within the community.
I can't comment on why your experience has been so different, I really have no idea. I am sorry it has been, and I'm glad to hear that your FC has at least made things better! There are certainly anecdotal examples of some of the things you've mentioned, and I've observed what I'd consider negative trends in certain groups, and in certain FCs at times too, but that's what happens in a community with this many people. Its not all lollipops and rainbows, but overall its a really great place for RP!
So my advice is exactly the same as it was: keep trying! Be optimistic! Be persistent! We're out there! Fun is just waiting to happen!