The Sniping and In-fighting in the Video Games Thread

Desnudo · 01-27-2004, 05:56 PM

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corbes · 01-27-2004, 06:03 PM

I haven't been around long enough to be voting for the trout option in polls.

Maple Leafs · 01-27-2004, 06:08 PM

You know what will be good?

Every time someone makes a pick, I have to edit the original post to update the draft.

By my count, that's 120 picks. Meaning 120 edits.

Meaning 120 chances for me to press the wrong button, delete the post, and wipe the entire thread.

Now keeping in mind that I am an extremely stupid person... well, the odds are not in our favor.

Sun Tzu · 01-27-2004, 06:09 PM

I caught a trout once.

The_herd · 01-27-2004, 06:18 PM

Mckerney getting reported in that thread is the funniest thing I've seen in a thread since the whole FOF/.400 war was going on a couple months ago.

The_herd · 01-27-2004, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

You know what will be good?

Every time someone makes a pick, I have to edit the original post to update the draft.

By my count, that's 120 picks. Meaning 120 edits.

Meaning 120 chances for me to press the wrong button, delete the post, and wipe the entire thread.

Now keeping in mind that I am an extremely stupid person... well, the odds are not in our favor.

If the accident ever happens I will send you $5 via paypal to go buy yourself a beer.

cthomer5000 · 01-28-2004, 12:09 AM

Is it in-fighting? It appears to be people from outside the event itself (the draft) doing their best to spoil any sense of drama, creativity, or preperation by the participants - then becoming shocked when it annoys people.

Easy Mac · 01-28-2004, 12:13 AM

I find that its more fun to have people shout things out and to be unprepared... it allows for those moments where you're just thinking and saying "this is a guy I think I could get late" and then saying "dammit" I was hoping I could sneak him in.

Sort of like Pitfall HArry sneaking in late... planning out a list would take all the fun out of it.

cthomer5000 · 01-28-2004, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Easy Mac

I find that its more fun to have people shout things out and to be unprepared... it allows for those moments where you're just thinking and saying "this is a guy I think I could get late" and then saying "dammit" I was hoping I could sneak him in.

Sort of like Pitfall HArry sneaking in late... planning out a list would take all the fun out of it.

which team is yours?

Easy Mac · 01-28-2004, 12:17 AM

none, I saw it starting up and didn't feel like playing... so my opinion is completely invalid because I didn't want to take part in it? I actually wanted to make comments on it to say how good some picks were, but seeing all the snippiness from any comment, I decided not to.

Ramzavail · 01-28-2004, 12:44 AM

I had no problem with people commenting on picks that were made - That is fun and interesting to listen to

Commenting on characters that you think are getting snubbed, not getting picked or haven't gotten picked yet - Not fun.

Pyser · 01-28-2004, 12:59 AM

i have no idea what any of you are talking about. the fact that there is a thread dedicated to the drafting of video game characters is simply...the nerdiest thing ive ever seen.

Draft Dodger · 01-28-2004, 01:05 AM

I can't believe I actually stayed up to read that thread to see what all the fuss was about. I'm going to regret missing that 10 minutes of sleep tomorrow.

rkmsuf · 01-28-2004, 09:28 AM

The infighting sounds like a bunch of old ladies...

Ben E Lou · 01-28-2004, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Pyser

i have no idea what any of you are talking about. the fact that there is a thread dedicated to the drafting of video game characters is simply...the nerdiest thing ive ever seen.

Well, that goes without saying...

Danny · 01-28-2004, 09:41 AM

Ethel, will you stop spoiling my episodes of matlock. Oh, Edith, stop being a sour puss.

I prefer as many comments as possible after the picks have been made, but not the revealing of characters before they're picked. That said, I hope no one is taking the thing too seriously.

tabucko · 01-28-2004, 10:09 AM

Instead of trouts to them all, how 'bout "Ecco the Dolphin"'s to them all? Nah.

Maple Leafs · 01-28-2004, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by SkyDog

Well, that goes without saying...

There are currently threads on the first page about the WWE Royal Rumble, Internet poker, and "Characters in the LOTR Movie Trilogy: An Evaluation". Not to mention extensive discussion about various sports games which don't involve actually playing the games.

So, let's not fool ourselves. The video game draft is goofy, no doubt, but it's not exactly surrounded by a sea of coolness.

Danny · 01-28-2004, 10:12 AM

Ah, who cares, long live the NERD!!!!!!!

Ben E Lou · 01-28-2004, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

So, let's not fool ourselves. The video game draft is goofy, no doubt, but it's not exactly surrounded by a sea of coolness.

Agreed, but an un-winnable video game character fantasy draft where people are actually getting pissed off and competitive takes nerdiness to a new height.

Calis · 01-28-2004, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by SkyDog

Agreed, but an un-winnable video game character fantasy draft where people are actually getting pissed off and competitive takes nerdiness to a new height.

Hehe, this is very true.

I don't consider the draft itself overly "nerdy" compared to most of what goes on here. Lets face it, every one here has a bit 'o nerd in them or they wouldn't be here.

The bickering does push us over the edge though I'm afraid. That's just a small portion of the folks participating though.

cthomer5000 · 01-28-2004, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by SkyDog

Agreed, but an un-winnable video game character fantasy draft where people are actually getting pissed off and competitive takes nerdiness to a new height.

But I guess the football and baseball all-time drafts are inherently winnable?

The bottom line is, no one would jump in and act like suck jerks in those threads - yet they find it perfectly acceptable to do so in the video game character thread.

If no one cares, so be it. But my respect for every jackass who has ignored the pleading of the participants is out the window.

Ben E Lou · 01-28-2004, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by cthomer5000

But I guess the football and baseball all-time drafts are inherently winnable?

Not sure when I said that...

Subby · 01-28-2004, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by cthomer5000

If no one cares, so be it. But my respect for every jackass who has ignored the pleading of the participants is out the window.

You had respect for Wig and Mckerney?

rkmsuf · 01-28-2004, 10:55 AM

Look the sniping has even carried over into the why are we sniping thread.

this video game draft is evil I tell you...

Maple Leafs · 01-28-2004, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by rkmsuf

Look the sniping has even carried over into the why are we sniping thread.

this video game draft is evil I tell you...

Coming soon: The Sniping and In-fighting in the The Sniping and In-fighting in the Video Games Thread Poll Thread

The Afoci · 01-28-2004, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by cthomer5000

But I guess the football and baseball all-time drafts are inherently winnable?

No, but you don't see a bunch of brats screaming murder when someone brings up that so and so hasn't been picked up yet. I suppose that video game drafts are much more important though. Poopiehead.

cthomer5000 · 01-28-2004, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by The Afoci

No, but you don't see a bunch of brats screaming murder when someone brings up that so and so hasn't been picked up yet. I suppose that video game drafts are much more important though. Poopiehead.

You also don't see brats in there repeatedly bringing up players who are not yet drafted - even after multiple partipants have politely asked them not to do so.

SplitPersonality1 · 01-28-2004, 11:41 AM

These videogame threads are some of the funniest, (and yes nerdiest) things I have come across in a very long time.

Keep up the unintentianal comedy gold, guys. I am really enjoying this.

(Poopiehead? What's next.)

rkmsuf · 01-28-2004, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by SplitPersonality1

These videogame threads are some of the funniest, (and yes nerdiest) things I have come across in a very long time.

Keep up the unintentianal comedy gold, guys. I am really enjoying this.

(Poopiehead? What's next.)

Obviously everyone's favorite...doodoobreath...

The Afoci · 01-28-2004, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by cthomer5000

You also don't see brats in there repeatedly bringing up players who are not yet drafted - even after multiple partipants have politely asked them not to do so.

Well, I know the football thread had a few, I can't believe this guy hasn't been picked yet things... I guess the football guys are mature enough not to throw a tantrum when things don't go their way...

cthomer5000 · 01-28-2004, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by The Afoci

Well, I know the football thread had a few, I can't believe this guy hasn't been picked yet things... I guess the football guys are mature enough not to throw a tantrum when things don't go their way...

It wasn't a few in our thread. A couple people posted name after name, even after multiple particpants asked them not to. Now in that scenario, who's acting immature? The participant or the jackass doing his best to anger those involved?

Maple Leafs · 01-28-2004, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by cthomer5000

Now in that scenario, who's acting immature? The participant or the jackass doing his best to anger those involved?

This is a trick question, isn't it?

The Afoci · 01-28-2004, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by cthomer5000

It wasn't a few in our thread. A couple people posted name after name, even after multiple particpants asked them not to. Now in that scenario, who's acting immature? The participant or the jackass doing his best to anger those involved?

I think you are missing the point that is you are an adult, I assume, and it is a video game character draft on a message board. If you are that upset the some people are listing characters, ask everyone to vow not to look at the posts of the offenders to preserve the sanctity of your precious draft. Perhaps a suicide pact would be sufficient to ensure that no one cheats...

Axxon · 01-28-2004, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by The Afoci

Perhaps a suicide pact would be sufficient to ensure that no one cheats...

In the words of Socrates, "I drank what"?

The Afoci · 01-28-2004, 12:29 PM

A better idea would be for everyone that is envolved in the draft to put everyone who isn't on their ignore list. Ask that they read no websites, newspapers, etc, that involving gaming as to ensure that no one given an unfair advantage in a unwinnable draft for fun...

Axxon · 01-28-2004, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by The Afoci

A better idea would be for everyone that is envolved in the draft to put everyone who isn't on their ignore list. Ask that they read no websites, newspapers, etc, that involving gaming as to ensure that no one given an unfair advantage in a unwinnable draft for fun...

Maybe they should be in for a proper sequestering?? I've had that here in S.C. and I'm not even playing the damned game.

cthomer5000 · 01-28-2004, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by The Afoci

a unwinnable draft for fun...

And through the course of all of this, the defenders of the annoying fail to think that people incessantly naming characters may decrease the amount of fun those involved are having.

The draft is a silly exercise, but I don't think it's below asking for a basic level of respect and restraint from those who've already been asked once (or more) to keep it to themselves.

The Afoci · 01-28-2004, 12:57 PM

And through the course of all of this, the defenders of the annoying fail to think that people incessantly naming characters may increase the amount of fun those involved and watching are having.

The draft is a silly exercise, and I think it is great that there is lots of input and discussion over such a silly topic.

I think most people can take a few jabs without crying like this. Maybe I am wrong.

The Afoci · 01-28-2004, 12:59 PM

Wig brings up a great point. Do you want your draft to reward those with the best memory? I would assume a draft would be more fun when everyone knew who was being drafted... Oh wait, that would take away your ability to win. I thought it was all for fun... Me stupid.

rkmsuf · 01-28-2004, 01:02 PM

when you combine the actual draft thread with the draft sniping thread this reaches robe and wizard hat level...definte all inclusive nominee...

Axxon · 01-28-2004, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by rkmsuf

when you combine the actual draft thread with the draft sniping thread this reaches robe and wizard hat level...definte all inclusive nominee...

Only if it's a +3 robe of sniping and a wizards hat of cartoon recall.

The_herd · 01-28-2004, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by rkmsuf

when you combine the actual draft thread with the draft sniping thread this reaches robe and wizard hat level...definte all inclusive nominee...

I was going to suggest that they get combined, because its too hard to keep up with the all the crap going on in both.

For the next draft, I recommend a number draft. 10 Rounds, 12 participants, any number is available for drafting. But I really do not want to see anyone posting numbers that haven't been picked yet.

The_herd · 01-28-2004, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Axxon

...wizards hat of cartoon recall.

That would be like having McKerney available at all times, blatant cheating.

Maple Leafs · 01-28-2004, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by The_herd

I was going to suggest that they get combined, because its too hard to keep up with the all the crap going on in both.

For the next draft, I recommend a number draft. 10 Rounds, 12 participants, any number is available for drafting. But I really do not want to see anyone posting numbers that haven't been picked yet.

We already have the vide game draft, the actor draft, and at least three sports draft/auctions.

If this keeps up, some day we can have the FOFC Draft Draft.

rkmsuf · 01-28-2004, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by The_herd

For the next draft, I recommend a number draft. 10 Rounds, 12 participants, any number is available for drafting. But I really do not want to see anyone posting numbers that haven't been picked yet.

That's gold Jerry...

The Afoci · 01-28-2004, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by The_herd

I was going to suggest that they get combined, because its too hard to keep up with the all the crap going on in both.

For the next draft, I recommend a number draft. 10 Rounds, 12 participants, any number is available for drafting. But I really do not want to see anyone posting numbers that haven't been picked yet.

I really start forgetting numbers around 40 something... It would be tough for me from there on out...

corbes · 01-28-2004, 01:14 PM

For our next adventure in drafting, we are going to have:

The FOFC Draft of Computers and Computer Parts

No cheating. No yelling out, "Commodore C-64" or "CRT Screen Dry Wipes".

rkmsuf · 01-28-2004, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by corbes

For our next adventure in drafting, we are going to have:

The FOFC Draft of Computers and Computer Parts

No cheating. No yelling out, "Commodore C-64" or "CRT Screen Dry Wipes".

Maybe I WANT you to draft the C-64 while I swoop in for the Texas Instruments machine...

Axxon · 01-28-2004, 01:18 PM

I'm drafting the trash 80.

View Poll Results: What do you think of the Video Game Draft In-fighting
Video Games for Crissakes!	13	27.08%
Video Games are Worth Fighting for!	8	16.67%
The who is in the What now?	10	20.83%
Trouts for Them all!	17	35.42%
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01-27-2004, 06:09 PM	#4
Sun Tzu Pro Starter Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: In the thick of it.	I caught a trout once. __________________ I'm still here. Don't touch my fucking bacon.

01-27-2004, 06:18 PM	#5
The_herd College Starter Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Fort Lackland, Texas (San Antonio)	Mckerney getting reported in that thread is the funniest thing I've seen in a thread since the whole FOF/.400 war was going on a couple months ago. __________________ Oakland Raiders: HFL's 1970 AC West Champs

01-28-2004, 12:44 AM	#11
Ramzavail College Starter Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Strong Island, NY	I had no problem with people commenting on picks that were made - That is fun and interesting to listen to Commenting on characters that you think are getting snubbed, not getting picked or haven't gotten picked yet - Not fun. Last edited by Ramzavail : 01-28-2004 at 12:45 AM. Reason: or haven't gotten picked yet

01-28-2004, 01:05 AM	#13
Draft Dodger Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Keene, NH	I can't believe I actually stayed up to read that thread to see what all the fuss was about. I'm going to regret missing that 10 minutes of sleep tomorrow. __________________ Mile High Hockey

01-27-2004, 06:03 PM	#2
corbes College Benchwarmer Join Date: Nov 2003	I haven't been around long enough to be voting for the trout option in polls.

01-27-2004, 06:08 PM	#3
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	You know what will be good? Every time someone makes a pick, I have to edit the original post to update the draft. By my count, that's 120 picks. Meaning 120 edits. Meaning 120 chances for me to press the wrong button, delete the post, and wipe the entire thread. Now keeping in mind that I am an extremely stupid person... well, the odds are not in our favor.

01-28-2004, 12:13 AM	#8
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	I find that its more fun to have people shout things out and to be unprepared... it allows for those moments where you're just thinking and saying "this is a guy I think I could get late" and then saying "dammit" I was hoping I could sneak him in. Sort of like Pitfall HArry sneaking in late... planning out a list would take all the fun out of it.

01-28-2004, 12:17 AM	#10
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	none, I saw it starting up and didn't feel like playing... so my opinion is completely invalid because I didn't want to take part in it? I actually wanted to make comments on it to say how good some picks were, but seeing all the snippiness from any comment, I decided not to.

01-28-2004, 12:59 AM	#12
Pyser Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Los Angeles	i have no idea what any of you are talking about. the fact that there is a thread dedicated to the drafting of video game characters is simply...the nerdiest thing ive ever seen.

01-28-2004, 09:28 AM	#14
rkmsuf Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2001	The infighting sounds like a bunch of old ladies... __________________ "Don't you have homes?" -- Judge Smales

01-28-2004, 09:41 AM	#16
Danny Head Coach Join Date: Jul 2001	Ethel, will you stop spoiling my episodes of matlock. Oh, Edith, stop being a sour puss. I prefer as many comments as possible after the picks have been made, but not the revealing of characters before they're picked. That said, I hope no one is taking the thing too seriously.

01-28-2004, 10:09 AM	#17
tabucko n00b Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Oshkosh, WI	Instead of trouts to them all, how 'bout "Ecco the Dolphin"'s to them all? Nah.

01-28-2004, 10:12 AM	#19
Danny Head Coach Join Date: Jul 2001	Ah, who cares, long live the NERD!!!!!!!

01-28-2004, 10:55 AM	#25
rkmsuf Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2001	Look the sniping has even carried over into the why are we sniping thread. this video game draft is evil I tell you... __________________ "Don't you have homes?" -- Judge Smales

01-28-2004, 11:41 AM	#29
SplitPersonality1 College Benchwarmer Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Grafton, WI	These videogame threads are some of the funniest, (and yes nerdiest) things I have come across in a very long time. Keep up the unintentianal comedy gold, guys. I am really enjoying this. (Poopiehead? What's next.) Last edited by SplitPersonality1 : 01-28-2004 at 11:42 AM.

01-28-2004, 12:29 PM	#36
The Afoci Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Moorhead	A better idea would be for everyone that is envolved in the draft to put everyone who isn't on their ignore list. Ask that they read no websites, newspapers, etc, that involving gaming as to ensure that no one given an unfair advantage in a unwinnable draft for fun... __________________ I had something.

01-28-2004, 12:57 PM	#39
The Afoci Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Moorhead	And through the course of all of this, the defenders of the annoying fail to think that people incessantly naming characters may increase the amount of fun those involved and watching are having. The draft is a silly exercise, and I think it is great that there is lots of input and discussion over such a silly topic. I think most people can take a few jabs without crying like this. Maybe I am wrong. __________________ I had something.

01-28-2004, 12:59 PM	#40
The Afoci Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Moorhead	Wig brings up a great point. Do you want your draft to reward those with the best memory? I would assume a draft would be more fun when everyone knew who was being drafted... Oh wait, that would take away your ability to win. I thought it was all for fun... Me stupid. __________________ I had something.

01-28-2004, 01:02 PM	#41
rkmsuf Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2001	when you combine the actual draft thread with the draft sniping thread this reaches robe and wizard hat level...definte all inclusive nominee... __________________ "Don't you have homes?" -- Judge Smales

01-28-2004, 01:14 PM	#48
corbes College Benchwarmer Join Date: Nov 2003	For our next adventure in drafting, we are going to have: The FOFC Draft of Computers and Computer Parts No cheating. No yelling out, "Commodore C-64" or "CRT Screen Dry Wipes".

01-28-2004, 01:18 PM	#50
Axxon Pro Starter Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Phoenix, AZ	I'm drafting the trash 80. __________________ There are no houris, alas, in our heaven.

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