At 7/25/10 09:45 PM, byteslinger wrote:At 7/25/10 07:32 PM, ThePigeonMaster wrote:Okay, no problem - glad you made it back okay!At 7/24/10 10:36 AM, byteslinger wrote: So, just let me know, and we'll get you started! And, please, for the love of GOD, do NOT quote this entire thing! :-)Sorry for not replying before but I had to go to the US and now I'm back :)
Yeah, I'm interested in joining to the EGB. Ismael convinced me to do it so here I am.
The entrance discussion has begun - all active EGB members please report in with your observations.
That is all.
*Salutes*
The discussion thread for this request has been closed, and I am happy to announce that "ThePigeonMaster" has been accepted into the barracks by unanimous decision.
Welcome aboard!
Our illustrious and benevolent Supreme Commander EagleRock will officially welcome you shortly, and set you up on the EGB BBS. Major Lizzardis will add you to the roster, and after a little bit more paperwork, you'll be settled in just fine.
Glad to have you in the barracks - oh, one last question: what kind of cookies do you like?
*Salutes*
At 7/26/10 04:01 PM, byteslinger wrote: Our illustrious and benevolent Supreme Commander EagleRock will officially welcome you shortly, and set you up on the EGB BBS. Major Lizzardis will add you to the roster, and after a little bit more paperwork, you'll be settled in just fine.
You love to use the word "illustrious," I noticed. :-) Not that I'm complaining...
Yep, it's time to officially welcome ThePigeonMaster to our ranks! Congratulations! I have activated your account since you signed up already, so feel free to make yourself an introduction thread in the Recruitment Forum. Enjoy!
*salutes*
At 7/26/10 04:01 PM, byteslinger wrote: The discussion thread for this request has been closed, and I am happy to announce that "ThePigeonMaster" has been accepted into the barracks by unanimous decision.
Welcome aboard!
that was fast, i was looking for it on the forum... i didn't had the chance to vote...
anyway, welcome TPM... really glad that you are part of this
*salute*
At 7/26/10 08:39 PM, aldlv wrote:
that was fast, i was looking for it on the forum... i didn't had the chance to vote...
anyway, welcome TPM... really glad that you are part of this
Welcome to the Jungle TPM(lol, Sir-Nuts know what TPM means in Brazilian...)
;D
****STOLEN FLASH ALERT****
Stolen:
The "author" says it's not stolen, but the original was posted on 6/15. TWO DAYS BEFORE this guy signed up for NG. Also, the file size he submitted is 1 MB, the original has a file size of 739 Kb.
Original is here:
Thanks for all your nice words, guys :)
I'm finally part of this awesome crew after 1 year of leaving the NGPD. I may not be very active here, since I was rejected in uni because of fucking corruption, I decided to work as a personal teacher for students who have problems with the hardest school classes such as chemistry, physics and math.
I'm just passing by to say thanks :)
*salutes*
brb at night :)
At 7/28/10 02:52 AM, Lizzardis wrote: Good morning to the EGB.
HI, Lizz! Long time, no speak! Good to hear from you.
I've just bobbed in to say hello. I've not been around in a while, well not into the EGB anyway, to which I have missed quite a lot. I have been lurking, just not been around much. Let's just say, my social life is picking up a lot lately, and today is the only day I have chosen NOT to go out. Haha.
I'm almost jealous of you! I've seen you've been very socially active (via your facebook posts) and that's a good thing. A guy like you needs to spend more time with real people in real life, and not get his soul sucked up by the internet. It's too late for me - save yourself!
Plus, ThePigeonMaster has been successfully added to the roster and will appear on next months roster. However... It seemed to have put him on twice, which is strange. I've just figured out how to get rid of it, and everything is back to normal now.
Sorry, my bad. I hadn't heard from you, and I figured you were busy, so I added him first. When you added him, it was #2. I apologize - I should have PM'd you about that, but I forgot.
So, how are we all in the EGB? I've not asked that in a while.
This part of "we" is doing ok, thanks. Going through a busy time at work, but that's not a bad thing. Life is good - and the summer is slipping by, but I still manage a little time for myself here and there.
I decided to get to bed early last night, as I explained to Eagle this morning, and as a result I woke up at about 6:40am which I always like. Then tonight I will get to bed early again. I'm trying to kick myself out of the "going to bed at 3am and waking up at 10am" habit. It's going to be difficult, but I'll do it this week.
Considering my normal sleep range is from 2:00 AM to 7:00 AM, it sounds like you just may be oversleeping a bit there (just kidding!)
Also I may have a possible job today, the woman needs to get back to me later about it. It's my old work experience place, and I hope that I get the job as I need the money. Haha.
Don't we all! Good luck with the job, and stay in touch, ok? We miss our Tiny Lizz here in the Barracks!
HEY LIZZARDIS!!
What's up, man??
Just posting here to say something VERY bad about one of our best user, SilentCobra, aka Trevor.
He didn't put the NSFW in the www.gamesofdesire.com link...
And I know how he remembered that the flash is stolen... Games of desire, huh?? You perv!
lol
Hello ThePigeonMaster welcome to EGB glad to see you here. Lizzardis hi again it is okay we all have life outside Newgrounds. I have been lurking I always lurk and read mostly every post on here! I have been slow on the b/p front, but I want to rank up soon. I have that sonic823 on my list so he is stealing more flash games? I will have to report him to Tom Fulp. That suspect account posing a Zone-Sama got deleted I thought it was odd to begin with.
Archer I'm a good shot!
Hmm, usually when submissions from Kongregate come to our little neck of the woods, it's usually by the person who made it. :\ Unless I'm being a bit biased. If so, I don't mean to be as such.
Happy Birthday!!
Also, my belt changing test is going to be today... Wish me good luck, and I'll come back to the EGB as RogerBK, Private First Class, Shotokan's Karate Green Belt.
If I succeed, I'll be 3 belts away from the Black Belt!!! :O
Plz, wish me Luck!! :)
hey do we still have the Private forum for EGB?
man I forgot my username and it says my username is already in use but thats not possible.
oh well. posting here is good enough right?
Hey Tony, I take it you're an old member of the EGB?
Speaking of Martial Arts, I was up to a 3rd Degree Green Belt in Tang Soo Do. I know the first 6 forms too.
Kee Cho Hyung Il Bu
Kee Cho Hyung Ee Bu
Kee Cho Hyung Sam Bu
At 7/29/10 05:43 PM, SlntCobra1 wrote: Hey Tony, I take it you're an old member of the EGB?
yeah I am it says my email is already there but thats okay. hell I been a member since 06!
At 7/29/10 06:55 PM, Lizzardis wrote: You may not understand this and that's why I'm wondering if you'd like to re-instate. If you would like to post saying you're interested in joining again, then so be it, we'll discuss it. I just don't want you thinking you're still a member here, when you were unfortunately removed, possibly because you were AWOL.
I'm still trying to find the day you were removed. I thought i'd tell you this though, so you could make your own decision.
I actually don't see him on any of the rosters. I found when he joined and was accepted, but he was already inactive before Major-punk did the next roster, so that's why you don't see him on your lists. The issue I have is how little he was active and how long of a lapse it's been.
Because of the extremely long lapse, I'd feel it would be unfair to everyone that was required to go through recruitment to have him get back just like that. I'll have to think about it before we proceed. First, let's see if Tony actually wishes to pursue active membership, then I'll decide from there.
At 7/29/10 06:55 PM, Lizzardis wrote: You may not understand this and that's why I'm wondering if you'd like to re-instate. If you would like to post saying you're interested in joining again, then so be it, we'll discuss it.
well I did take a year and a half Hiatus from NG without notice. sure I would like to reinstate.
I just don't want you thinking you're still a member here, when you were unfortunately removed, possibly because you were AWOL.
wasn't AWOL I was just MIA I had IRL stuff going on.
I'm still trying to find the day you were removed. I thought i'd tell you this though, so you could make your own decision.
I would like to come back.
At 7/29/10 09:48 PM, EagleRock wrote: I actually don't see him on any of the rosters. I found when he joined and was accepted, but he was already inactive before Major-punk did the next roster, so that's why you don't see him on your lists. The issue I have is how little he was active and how long of a lapse it's been.
thanks man for that work but you didn't have to do that for me.
Because of the extremely long lapse, I'd feel it would be unfair to everyone that was required to go through recruitment to have him get back just like that. I'll have to think about it before we proceed. First, let's see if Tony actually wishes to pursue active membership, then I'll decide from there.
I wasn't entirely active I was in a point of my life were the IRL stuff ( I was still in high school doing my school work) and NG was second bannana and I would like to re-enlist!
At 7/29/10 10:41 PM, Tony-DarkGrave wrote: I wasn't entirely active - it was in a point of my life were the IRL stuff ( I was still in high school doing my school work) and NG was second banana and I would like to re-enlist!
With that being said, let me officially begin my entrance speech:
Greetings, Private! I am Supreme Commander ByteSlinger, the Recruitment Officer for the Elite Guard. You are indeed qualified to request permission to rejoin the Barracks - however, there are a few things you'll need to read and understand before you rejoin, but don't worry - I'll be guiding you through the recruitment process. Here's how it works.
First, I will present you with the shortened code of conduct for the Barracks, along with links to the relevant FAQ's on our forums. You must read them, understand them, and post here again confirming that you accept those principles. A simple "yes, I agree" will be sufficient. This process serves two purposes:
1) Ensuring that you're not a "drive-by applicant" who asks to join and then never comes back, and
2) Ensuring that you know how we operate so there won't be any complications in the future, such as "wait, we're not supposed to be mass voting?".
After you agree to the code of conduct, the Barracks community will discuss your qualifications and decide whether to allow you into the group. Our requirements aren't too strict; beyond the main qualifications of 2500+ B/P and a Bronze Whistle or better, we'll be looking for sufficient post quality (low number of one-liners, intelligent posts that contribute to the topic), helpful reviews, any potentially problematic flashes, stuff like that. After discussion and a vote, we'll make the final call and PM you with the results. Assuming that no objections are raised, the process usually takes a day or two (or so)
Here is our abbreviated Code of Conduct. Read it, learn it, and post again with confirmation of your understanding. If you can't abide by these principles, say so.
*****
1. Voting fairly.
This is the foundation of the Elite Guard Barracks. All members are expected to give every flash a fair vote, regardless of who made it or what their group affiliations are. We do not target any flash group, not favorably or in opposition; our only enemies are those who break the rules of the site, not those who merely bend them.
Everyone has a different definition of quality, and all members are expected to vote based on what they honestly feel a flash deserves, not on whether they think the flash will pass or be blammed. While Barracks members are proud of their high ranks, and are eager to compete with others, a high B/P score means nothing if achieved through petty point-whore voting, and any member who admits to doing so will be removed from the organization.
2. Stopping Portal abuse.
Numerous stolen, malicious, and unsuitable flash are submitted to the Flash Portal every day, and it is our job to ensure that as many of them are removed as possible. Members are expected to report any suspicious flash to the Barracks, including any evidence or doubts that they might have, and only whistle something if they are sure, beyond a reasonable doubt, that it is whistle-worthy.
Just as with B/P, points mean nothing if achieved through inappropriate means. There should be no blind rush to whistle a flash that is merely suspected of wrongdoing; it's better to let an uncertain case go by rather than wrongly whistle an innocent submission. If evidence of wrongdoing is discovered after a flash passes judgment, we can always (and will always) inform Wade of our findings.
In the case of a beyond-reasonable-doubt rulebreaking flash, members are encouraged to share their results with the Newgrounds Police Department and the Newgrounds Department of Defense.
3. Cleaning up the review system.
Members are expected to be familiar with the review guidelines and whistle abusive reviews when they come across them, and report severe cases of abuse to a review mod. Additionally, members are expected to write helpful reviews, offering constructive criticism and remaining civil even when the author refuses to do so. We must set a good example for other Newgrounders, in hopes that they will improve their own reviews as well.
4. Setting an example for others to follow.
Barracks members are expected to post intelligently, contributing to threads rather than merely dropping a one-liner opinion on it. Flaming, spamming, and other ban-worthy behavior is strictly prohibited, and extreme misbehavior will lead to removal from the EGB.
Members are also expected to act civilly towards all Newgrounders. You are expected to be helpful and patient when dealing with newer members, whether simply showing them the FAQ or explaining more complex concepts that they do not understand. Concepts such as fair voting, intelligent posting/reviewing, and keeping an open mind are essential for newer members to learn, and we are just the ones to teach them.
For those with more experience, you are expected to show respect and understand that they may, in fact, know more about Newgrounds than you do, even if you're a seasoned veteran. This applies both to fellow Barracks members and Newgrounders in the general population.
Members are expected to put reasonable effort into any flash or audio submissions, and be careful with who they become Portal Buddies with. We are quite generous with our definition of reasonable effort; examples of unacceptable submissions would be static images, single frames, ridiculously small loops, or purposefully bad music. Anyone submitting rulebreaking content would, obviously, be removed from the Barracks and reported to Wade.
5. Not starting shit.
As mentioned above, the Barracks has no enemies beyond those who break the rules of the site. Our roster has included current and former members of various flash groups, including the Clock Crew, Barney Bunch, and Kitty Krew, and we are open to anyone willing to follow our principles. Barracks members are expected to be civil to others and not start fights, and anyone found to be starting shit with anyone, even if they deserve it, will be removed. You are representing the Barracks with your actions, and if your actions do not reflect our principles, you will not be a part of the organization.
6. Remaining active with the group.
Barracks members are expected to remain reasonably active in the thread, as well as with their duties. Those who are inactive for long periods (months) may be removed from the roster at any time, and rollcalls are occasionally sent out to all members to determine who is active. Members who expect to be inactive for some time due to IRL reasons (such as school, employment, vacation, etc) should inform the Barracks in advance.
*****
In addition to the above, please examine the following materials.
The Barracks Manifesto
The Barracks FAQ
*****
So, just let me know, and we'll get you started! And, please, for the love of GOD, do NOT quote this entire thing! :-)
At 7/30/10 12:32 AM, byteslinger wrote: 1) Ensuring that you're not a "drive-by applicant" who asks to join and then never comes back, and
I had Real Life stuff IE High School but this shouldn't be a problem now.
2) Ensuring that you know how we operate so there won't be any complications in the future, such as "wait, we're not supposed to be mass voting?".
not supposed to I know this I also have my own voting style that I think woks within the guidelines.
so lets start this already.
At 7/30/10 12:50 AM, Tony-DarkGrave wrote:At 7/30/10 12:32 AM, byteslinger wrote: 1) Ensuring that you're not a "drive-by applicant" who asks to join and then never comes back, andI had Real Life stuff IE High School but this shouldn't be a problem now.
2) Ensuring that you know how we operate so there won't be any complications in the future, such as "wait, we're not supposed to be mass voting?".not supposed to I know this I also have my own voting style that I think woks within the guidelines.
so lets start this already.
Very good. Your request to rejoin the barracks has been accepted.
Will all active EGB personnel please weigh in on the discussion thread on the BBS. I'm sure Tony is anxious to hear what we have to say.
That is all.
*Salutes*
also could someone set me up with a new login for the private forum the registration is all fucked up.
At 7/30/10 01:26 AM, Tony-DarkGrave wrote: also could someone set me up with a new login for the private forum the registration is all fucked up.
You actually signed up twice...that was your issue. I have your registration and will approve you upon your re-acceptance to the Barracks.
At 7/30/10 01:33 AM, EagleRock wrote:At 7/30/10 01:26 AM, Tony-DarkGrave wrote: also could someone set me up with a new login for the private forum the registration is all fucked up.You actually signed up twice...that was your issue. I have your registration and will approve you upon your re-acceptance to the Barracks.
oh ok just wondering the whole thing seemed messed up.
This seems sketchy to me since it is a flash just asking you to blam another flash. I'm not sure if it is against the rules or not, I can't find anything on it. I know making threads asking to people to blam stuff is against the rules but what about a flash that does that?
At 7/30/10 06:15 AM, Lizzardis wrote:At 7/30/10 01:30 AM, Cootie wrote: What is this? Is it a new user?Thank you for letting us know Coot. Unfortunately because of your name change, I had to delete your previous name "Yamor" from the roster, and put your new name of "Cootie" into the roster. However now, it looks like that "Yamor" has left and you are now going to be under as *NEW* on the roster of this month.
That shouldn't be a problem, but I understand if it's an annoyance to you, to which I'm sorry about.
Lizz, I'll adjust the database so that the name change works - it'll be fixed today!
I just have to make a quick SQL change in a few records, and he'll be fine.
At 7/30/10 10:31 AM, Cootie wrote:At 7/30/10 06:15 AM, Lizzardis wrote:Well, it seems like Byte has fixed it and I thank her for that. Hmmmm, on a side note... how do you like the new name? Seems like people actually know how this one should be pronounced.At 7/30/10 01:30 AM, Cootie wrote: What is this? Is it a new user?Thank you for letting us know Coot. Unfortunately because of your name change, I had to delete your previous name "Yamor" from the roster, and put your new name of "Cootie" into the roster. However now, it looks like that "Yamor" has left and you are now going to be under as *NEW* on the roster of this month.
That shouldn't be a problem, but I understand if it's an annoyance to you, to which I'm sorry about.
Glad I could help - no problem at all!
Truth be told, I liked "Yamor" better. That was an original name, and it made people think "what kind of name is that?"
However, when you say "Cootie", this is what they think:
At 7/30/10 12:05 PM, byteslinger wrote: Truth be told, I liked "Yamor" better. That was an original name, and it made people think "what kind of name is that?"
I find Cootie a great username but I was already used to Yamor. Oh well, now let's get used to call that user Cootie :P
Also guys, check this thread.
Unsuitable. Real porn slideshow after the "quiz".
Hey guys, I'm sorry for not posting lately, but I don't have too much free time... Actually I have had some free time, but I guess you'll understand when I tell you that I've spent it doing real life things instead of being in Newgrounds.
Unfortunately, I couldn't vote in ThePigeonMaster's thread, but he already knows that I fully support him. By the way, I didn't know why, but I just felt like I needed to do something online, even if I didn't know what it was. However, now that I've read the last posts in this thread I remember... Today is TPM's birthday! Happy birthday :D
Cootie, your new name is funnier, cuter and more pronounceable. IMO it's better than the old one :D
