[chazwwe]

nice cool i think its a great adition

[BIG-BRO-FAN]

I'm sorry but I don't like the idea of Karma at all. I feel for people that get -Karma might make people 'small' and people don't appreciate there threads. For instance, I'm already on -1 and I've no idea why. As far as I'm aware, my posts have been fine today. Maybe I'm looking into it too deep. Just my opinion.

[Emilee]

This is awesome. Thanks Mark

[MarkWaldorf]

Originally posted by BIG-BRO-FAN
I'm sorry but I don't like the idea of Karma at all. I feel for people that get -Karma might make people 'small' and people don't appreciate there threads. For instance, I'm already on -1 and I've no idea why. As far as I'm aware, my posts have been fine today. Maybe I'm looking into it too deep. Just my opinion.

The negative Karma is a bit harsh.

[Ruth*Star]

Originally posted by MarkChap?!

The negative Karma is a bit harsh.

Yeah i Agree, it is

[BIG-BRO-FAN]

Agreed

[MarkWaldorf]

Originally posted by Ruth.El

Yeah i Agree, it is

Yeah, especially if you haven't done anything wrong. Some people hold grudges.

I notice a few people have -Karma.

[Sunny_01]

This will be monitored closely.

It is not about previous arguments or grudges, it is about whether or not you like a post made by someone, it is I suppose a way of objecting at the time if that makes sense?

[Sticks]

Originally posted by Sunny_01
This will be monitored closely.

It is not about previous arguments or grudges, it is about whether or not you like a post made by someone, it is I suppose a way of objecting at the time if that makes sense?

If you do not like a post, you should keep quiet or stand up and say why you have a problem. An anonymous critique by giving a -karma seems like a cowardly way of doing things.

[Sunny_01]

I appreciate what you say Sticks but it might also save a lot of arguments on the boards which can only be a positive

[Sam]

i think the negative karma should be removed as it only provokes paranoia and its going to cause arguments and upset

[Sticks]

I think a better system would be "Rate a post" similar to rate a video on YouTube

[~Kizwiz~]

I do think it is a great idea but I still believe that it will turn out to be a popularity contest!

I didnt think that was what a forum was about.... certainly not this one anyway

[Chrizzle]

Well so far I think its working fine.
Im going to Karma a good post when I next can. Its to Sam whos not a close friend.

I think if everyone plays fair, which they are so far it will be great.

[~Kizwiz~]

I really hope your right Chris.... as I think the idea is great. I am sure it will settle down

[BigSister]

Well thats what im going to do Chris and im going to give you karma for saying that. but i dont think its going to be based on good posts which is a shame

[Chrizzle]

Thanks Becca

[~Kizwiz~]

You see..... thats a nice thing to do and the way that I am hoping people will treat this. I know I will

[Chrizzle]

I also hope people arent immature and just go 'Im gonna deduct a karma point just cos i dont like them' I think thats worse

[~Kizwiz~]

I agree with you Chris. Giving people a + is far more rewarding than a -

[BIG-BRO-FAN]

Is it possible to the remove the Karma? I'm already on -2. I don't like this whatsoever. I think you should have asked members on the forum did they like the idea or not before you put it on.

[MarkWaldorf]

Originally posted by BIG-BRO-FAN
Is it possible to the remove the Karma? I'm already on -2. I don't like this whatsoever. I think you should have asked members on the forum did they like the idea or not before you put it on.

Did you do anything bad?

[Legend]

BIG-BRO-FAN - we all asked for it a few months back and all the members wanted it and the majority are still happy with it. As they said, the Admin will be moderating it so don't worry if people are doing it for no reason, they'll take their ''karma power'' away.

Thanks for adding it though.

[nodisharmony]

I have been out all day & sadly, I never got to express my opinions regarding these "Karma Ratings"

I think that "Mark" was just trying something new & different for this great forum.

When an idea like this is put to the test, then it will naturally take some time to see whether it works or doesn't work. At this early stage, it would be very difficult to prove either way.

I personally think, that many members will enjoy this new idea and there will be some great enjoyment watching their Karma numbers go up & up. It is like a little game of rewards.

I don't think that there is any problem with it and I think that in time, we shall really know.

Also, if the idea proves to be a wrong one? Then it won't take too much time or effort to remove the Karma Ratings. So I guess, it will be like a kind of "Trial period".

Myself personally won't be taking part in these Karma Ratings as I don't think it matters very much to myself. I am also not so interested in gaining great post-counts either. I read somewhere, that it is more about the quality of your posts, rather than the quantity. Also, many members may not like what you or I are posting anyway, so I guess, "Quality is in the eye of the beholder" also.

To debate & chat & have fun is enough for me, but if many members like these "Karma numbers", then it definately worth a try and I am certainly saying, that is worth seeing what happens over the next week or so, before passing too many judgements.

Just thought I'd say it







nodisharmony

[Sophii3x]

I know this is a bit random, but Iv'e noticed that some members have got bold text for the karma bit when everyone else has normal. Does that mean that they are special members, or has that just happened acciently?