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News Archives / Re: A couple of notes
« on: September 26, 2018, 10:21:45 pm »Hey there, Raz; I'm sure you've been reading each comment left here.
I'm the creator and leader of what's basically the Feralheart refugee discord. I refer to it as such because everyone who has joined is doing so to keep in contact with their friends and keep up to date on recent events. They are afraid of what might happen to the server; we need defined answers, please.
I'm sure you put thought into your current actions. However, as an advocate that has been working for schools on internet safety for years, not having a professional, hand-picked moderating staff poses dangers on your users lives. You must know that the median age that plays your game is 11-14. These are children. By removing the need for moderators, you are allowing them to face dangers that they may not be able to handle on their own. This could also cause serious repercussions for you as the now sole moderator and server master.
Moderators and rules are put into place to make sure your MMO is regulated safely. Yes; there is a whisper option that allows people to speak privately, however, many reports came from just that-- screencapped whispers. Our moderators worked diligently on the safety of your MMO. They are necessary for an active online space.
I appreciate that you held the server for as long as you did. If it has become too stressful for you, I will suggest what everyone else is suggesting-- pass on the torch to someone not only capable of running the server, but can also pay for it. Obviously, your userbase LOVES this game. It has changed many lives, and while it may not last forever, we would at least like to hear from you some solid answers on its current future.
We are ready and willing for your answers. Please let us know your thought process on this move, even if it's just a "test" at the moment. Hundreds of people would love to hear from you.
My inbox is open for private conversation if you see it fit.
I'm the creator and leader of what's basically the Feralheart refugee discord. I refer to it as such because everyone who has joined is doing so to keep in contact with their friends and keep up to date on recent events. They are afraid of what might happen to the server; we need defined answers, please.
I'm sure you put thought into your current actions. However, as an advocate that has been working for schools on internet safety for years, not having a professional, hand-picked moderating staff poses dangers on your users lives. You must know that the median age that plays your game is 11-14. These are children. By removing the need for moderators, you are allowing them to face dangers that they may not be able to handle on their own. This could also cause serious repercussions for you as the now sole moderator and server master.
Moderators and rules are put into place to make sure your MMO is regulated safely. Yes; there is a whisper option that allows people to speak privately, however, many reports came from just that-- screencapped whispers. Our moderators worked diligently on the safety of your MMO. They are necessary for an active online space.
I appreciate that you held the server for as long as you did. If it has become too stressful for you, I will suggest what everyone else is suggesting-- pass on the torch to someone not only capable of running the server, but can also pay for it. Obviously, your userbase LOVES this game. It has changed many lives, and while it may not last forever, we would at least like to hear from you some solid answers on its current future.
We are ready and willing for your answers. Please let us know your thought process on this move, even if it's just a "test" at the moment. Hundreds of people would love to hear from you.
My inbox is open for private conversation if you see it fit.