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At 1 hour ago, s0und wrote: I would like to apply to join the EGB. I already spoke to my family about this and we all agree that now is the right time for me to join the EGB.
Sorry, but you're not quite ready yet. You need at least a bronze whistle, and your post quality and attitude need a bit of attention. Work on that whistle and try to avoid one-liners and flame posts, and maybe in a few months you'll make muster.
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Another one of those "I didn't make it but it wasn't on NG should it should be shared, it's not stealing I swear!"
"As the old saying goes...what was it again?"
I can't find the whistle so I'll just leave this here
Stolen Flashhttp://www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/590392
At 3 hours ago, Idiot-Finder wrote: http://www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/590394
Another one of those "I didn't make it but it wasn't on NG should it should be shared, it's not stealing I swear!"
Well, they swapped the files, now it's an absurdly small smile face picture. The tags were kind of funny... "Thief, Stolen, Fileswap, Deletion."
At 1 day ago, phantomlassuk wrote: new levels look kinda lame compared to the old ones.
It seems that quite a lot of users have this opinion. I'm not too sure about the pixely look of these new ones. To me it seems like a bit of a step backwards, as far as the site is concerned.
I miss the old levels.
Stolen game:
Original:
http://www.bubblebox.com/play/action/792.htm
If the creators submitted it, it seems like Bubblebox's NG account would at least be credited in the submission.
At 21 hours ago, Ronald-McDonald-LoL wrote: Well, they swapped the files, now it's an absurdly small smile face picture. The tags were kind of funny... "Thief, Stolen, Fileswap, Deletion."
A genre mod probably added the "deletion tag".
Hey gang! Until we get the new flagging system in place I could add some of you to my IM list so you can contact me when you come across problem content (stolen, malicious, porn, etc) coming into the Portal. I'd only be looking to be alerted to new content coming in that needs to be dealt with.
If you are on AIM, MSN, Google IM (Talk, or whatever they call it), send me a PM with your IM contact details and I'll add you.
I'm looking for people who are on NG a lot and are actively helping to monitor incoming content.
At 5 hours ago, Decky wrote:At 1 day ago, phantomlassuk wrote: new levels look kinda lame compared to the old ones.It seems that quite a lot of users have this opinion. I'm not too sure about the pixely look of these new ones. To me it seems like a bit of a step backwards, as far as the site is concerned.
I miss the old levels.
I agree with you guys. I think the old levels were much better. That was really one area I wouldn't have changed.
Especially if you compare it to how the levels changed in 2007. It was such a great improvement.
Bit of a ghost town in here at the moment. Just a reminder guys, there are still outstanding new member votes going on in the private forums, so if you haven't already, get over there and participate!
OFFICIAL ELITE GUARD MEMORANDUM
To: All Elite Guard Members
From: EGSC ByteSlinger
Date: 22-Feb-2012
RE: SFC BrokenDeck's admittance into the Barracks.
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I am pleased to announce that as of today SFC BrokenDeck is now the newest member of the Elite Guard, having been accepted by popular vote and discussion forthwith. Please join me in welcoming him to the Barracks, where I know he will become a valuable asset in the fight against garbage, spam and rule breaking flashes.
I believe there is room in Cobra's old bunk for another cot...maybe even some clean sheets in there, too.
(please contact either EGSC Coop, EGSC EagleRock or EGC RohanTheBarbarian to garner access to the EGB BBS.)
I have added SFC BrokenDeck's name to the online roster - all I need is official confirmation from EGC Jolly that he has been properly enrolled in the Barrack's journal.
That is all - as you were!
*Salutes*
At 15 hours ago, RohantheBarbarian wrote: Bit of a ghost town in here at the moment. Just a reminder guys, there are still outstanding new member votes going on in the private forums, so if you haven't already, get over there and participate!
I know the trouble with this new look of this website it feels some how less exciting then before. The levels as I mentioned I miss flagging of reviews, but the new stars instead of numbers kinda bother me they look odd not terrible. I want to feel excited about Newgrounds again, but I'm having trouble I wish I knew how to get the feeling back again! I'm not quitting I would never do that.
Archer I'm a good shot!
At 4 hours ago, MistyEntertainment wrote: Is mass voting something to the top 50 reportable? http://www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/333176
3,261 votes and 7,276 views is certainly an odd ratio.
This was taken care of. Thanks for pointing it out!
At 2 hours ago, MistyEntertainment wrote:At 3 hours ago, SpiffyMasta wrote:So it is, huh? Quite recently I've noticed tons of flashes with odd vote-to-view ratios that have managed to find their way in the top 50.
If you find any more of those let me know by PM or post it here.
Foreign language flash.
Breaks Newground's English only rule.
At A few seconds ago, Zachary wrote:At 18 minutes ago, BrokenDeck wrote: http://www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/590675English only? That's news to me. I don't believe that is a rule at all and the one you are thinking of only applies to BBS posts. If Newgrounds were to remove foreign flash it would alienate a huge chunk of their users.
Foreign language flash.
Breaks Newground's English only rule.
Also, what about flash that don't have any words or text at all? Are those foreign?
Just saying :P
At 23 minutes ago, BrokenDeck wrote: http://www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/590675
Foreign language flash.
Breaks Newground's English only rule.
The English only rule only applies to the BBS. Every where else is fine.
Rev 22:20 || Wi/Ht? # 46 || Why was my review deleted? || Without her, we are lifeless satellites drifting.
At 17 hours ago, MistyEntertainment wrote:
Here's one:
http://www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/532049
Nice catch. It was sitting at #14.
Then it got deleted. =P
lol
At 16 hours ago, Zachary wrote: The one you are thinking of only applies to BBS posts.
At 16 hours ago, reverend wrote: The English only rule only applies to the BBS. Every where else is fine.
I read it a while back and I remembered it slightly wrong then. For some reason I thought it said all content.
Anyways, thanks for the clarification guys!
At 37 minutes ago, MistyEntertainment wrote: I was gonna report the Mao Zedong thing but someone beat me to it :(
Yea that was me.
There's sure a lot of mass-voted stuff.
Which is why we have to keep an eye out for them.
Here's one:
http://www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/487186
This isn't in the top 50 but pretty close. We'll get this eliminated.
At 36 minutes ago, MistyEntertainment wrote: Never mind I think that Cookie Clockmas one was legit. Sorry
Yea, it's too borderline to get deleted I feel. Even though I'm pretty sure it was mass voted, it's kind of one of those flashes that isn't clearly just a bunch of crap.
At 12 hours ago, MistyEntertainment wrote:
I remember seeing that in the top 50. A whole bunch of Tail-Lock's movies used to be mass-voted to the top 50 but they dropped to a 4.42 or something.
I remember seeing "In case you haven't heard" steal 3rd of all time, that was the most severe I've seen. I've also seen others that have dropped but I never reported them since I never knew that was a blammable offense until now.
Yes any mass voting, whether it'd be 5s or 0s, is not acceptable. If a flash is mass voted 5 to get into the Top 50 or daily award stealing, it's usually pretty easy to spot. 0 bombs are a little harder, but should be notified also.
You should read up on the TOS for games and movies http://www.newgrounds.com/wiki/help-information/terms-of-use /game-and-movie-guidelines it's got lots of guidelines about what is rule breaking.
:)
At 8 hours ago, SpiffyMasta wrote: 0 bombs are a little harder, but should be notified also.
Okay...? Most of my flash were 0 bombed pre-redesign, does that count?
At 3 hours ago, Jackho wrote: So uh
can I join?
Your posts' quality are fairly good and you're a private first class. I'd vote for you.
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At 5 hours ago, Jackho wrote: So uh
can I join?
Speak up, PFC Jackho - don't be shy here...
Greetings! I am Supreme Commander ByteSlinger, the Recruitment Officer for the Elite Guard. You are indeed qualified to request permission to join the Barracks - however, there are a few things you'll need to read and understand before we start, 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.
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In addition to the above, please examine the following materials.
The Barracks Manifesto
The Barracks FAQ
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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 hours ago, byteslinger wrote: Just as with B/P, points mean nothing if achieved through inappropriate means. There should be no blind rush to whistle
The whistle system is not yet in place. I don't think this is needed for the time being.
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At 6 hours ago, Gimmick wrote:At 7 hours ago, byteslinger wrote: Just as with B/P, points mean nothing if achieved through inappropriate means. There should be no blind rush to whistleThe whistle system is not yet in place. I don't think this is needed for the time being.
What do you want from copy-pasta? Yes, I am fully aware the whistle system is off-line now - but that doesn't mean it won't be back soon. Once the site has settled in to it's final stability, I will review this wall of text and make any adjustments as needed. Your opinion has been noted...
At 16 hours ago, byteslinger wrote: stuff
Sounds good to me. So what happens next?
Ladies and gentlemen of the Elite Guard Barracks, we have
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Stolen from Zone.
Don't know the original source, but I've seen it on places like Sankaku Channel before.
At 14 hours ago, MistyEntertainment wrote: How do you guys deal with 0 bombing, SpiffyMasta?
If you have evidence that a flash was 0-bombed, then we report it.
Thing is, it's kind of hard to find evidence of such. But we can always try.
