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Title: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Dale Feles on May 26, 2011, 02:34:10 PM
Introduction
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Hello, my name is $ilent. Chances are you are new to rNd, if so, here a couple of tips that could help you get your foot in the community, and receive a better impression from other players. Forums can be confusing sometimes, but with time, you will get used to it. Don't hesitate messaging any questions to me about this guide.

1- GRAMMAR.
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First of all, When you type on the forums, use CORRECT SENTENCES, this makes it easier for us to understand what your trying to say or explain to us.

Eg:

Bad way: hai guys i liee rnd therez alotof peppl
Good way : Hi guys, I like rNd, there's a lot of people!

As you see, I use commas, exclamation marks, and correct grammar.

Don't worry if English isn't your main language. Take me for example, I mostly speak french, but with minimal effort I can make coherent sentences. If you don't speak English too well, then just say it on the forums, nobody will hate you for it, and it fact, we will know why you are not spelling words too well.

Also, good grammar isn't required, but it can be frowned upon if you don't decide to use any. Doing the above stuff can help you gain a better impression from the community. You aren't force to have perfect grammar in-game, as it is faster to type, and you lose less time standing around risking to die.

2- RESPECT
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I'm sure you all noticed the little ''respect'' thing under many users names/avatars. What's this you may ask?
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Respect is the total sum of all positive and negative votes on your posts. Users can either + or - your post.

To keep your respect up and normal, I suggest you Don't make stupid useless bumps/comments, be respectful, don't go bragging about stuff and avoid being a braggart, nobody likes those kinds of people.

If your respect ever goes down too much (-10 or more) then check out Seb's guide for getting respected: http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php/topic,3190.0.html (http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php/topic,3190.0.html)

One more thing you should know about respect, don't take it seriously. A lot of members here have bad respect, but are very friendly in-game. Never judge a book by it's cover. Also, most of the time someone -1's you when you're new is because they misuse the respect system, just because you have a different opinion.

3- MODIFY
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I know this has been stated a lot on the forums, but I think we need to remind some people of it. If you make an error, whether it is a spelling mistake or you want to add something, instead of making a new post click the MODIFY BUTTON. Remember to use it as double posts are frowned upon on this forum.

(http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/8376/postcopy.jpg) (Thanks Devie for the image.)

4- ADMINS
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Now some of you who are new to rNd might not know all the admins. What do they do? How are they like?

Their job is usually to moderate the forums, and servers. They can lock threads, so nobody posts in them, and move them into other sections of the forum is you accidentally start one at the wrong place.

They are generally nice, and you don't have to be afraid to PM them asking for help. Especially Hotgreensoldier and DoeniDon, two of our newest admins up to date. They like giving new people a hand in the community, you can visit their profiles here: http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php?action=profile;u=467 (http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php?action=profile;u=467)
and here:
http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php?action=profile;u=9 (http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php?action=profile;u=9)
Now, you might ask how do I recognize these people?

In the forums, admins will have this above their avatar (if they have any) : (http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/118/gmrnd.png)

In-game, they shall have a red "Admin" tag, which highly resembles this: (Admin)


5- Credits
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Thanks to: -Doenidon for putting this on his index without me even asking...
                 
                 -Coolzeldad for the awesome servers/forum.

Thanks for reading, if you want to add anything or have suggestions, PM me  C:-)
                 
                 
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: ٶȻhriʂ on May 26, 2011, 02:37:51 PM
I lol'd at the Grammar Part... Nice Guide
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Seb on May 26, 2011, 02:38:41 PM
Uhhh..

http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php/topic,3190.0.html (http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php/topic,3190.0.html)
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: blαh2355 on May 26, 2011, 02:42:01 PM
Quote from: Sebastian on May 26, 2011, 02:38:41 PM
Uhhh..

http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php/topic,3190.0.html (http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php/topic,3190.0.html)
Yeah but this is only after people hate you lol
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Sabb on May 26, 2011, 02:42:31 PM
For the grammar part, it doesn't really matter. Some people are just lazy and don't like to type properly.
I don't use proper grammar in-game for instance, because it's quicker.
Though, it can set a bad first impression considering it makes you look like you're 8 and don't know how to type a coherent sentence.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Don on May 26, 2011, 02:46:24 PM
Damnit, I was about to write a guide like this. ._.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Dale Feles on May 26, 2011, 02:54:16 PM
Quote from: Ben on May 26, 2011, 02:46:24 PM
Damnit, I was about to write a guide like this. ._.

Too bad I stole your +11 respect
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Peetah on May 26, 2011, 02:56:29 PM
Its just that we dont open to people much.
You guys should act more like me. :3
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Dale Feles on May 26, 2011, 02:56:51 PM
Quote from: Sebastian on May 26, 2011, 02:38:41 PM
Uhhh..

http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php/topic,3190.0.html (http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php/topic,3190.0.html)
added
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Frank on May 26, 2011, 03:52:34 PM
hai guise, how y'all hangin'?
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Shawn on May 26, 2011, 04:01:07 PM
Quote from: Tod on May 26, 2011, 02:34:10 PM
2- RESPECT

I'm sure you all noticed the little ''respect'' thing under many users names/avatars. What's this you may ask?
Don't worry its only something people use to troll with.

Fix'd

Quote from: Frank on May 26, 2011, 03:52:34 PM
hai guise, how y'all hangin'?

sup bro!?!?!?
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Cake Faice on May 26, 2011, 04:19:07 PM
Quote from: Frank on May 26, 2011, 03:52:34 PM
hai guise, how y'all hangin'?

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Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Cheesicle on May 26, 2011, 09:17:56 PM
omg this guy dragonsslayer_98 hacks on the server ban him pls or just give me admin pls because i want to ban minges like him he makes everyone rage so much on the server alots and he always rdm detcetive and stuff
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Frank on May 26, 2011, 09:57:22 PM
Quote from: Shawn (The Azn One.) on May 26, 2011, 09:17:56 PM
omg this guy dragonsslayer_98 hacks on the server ban him pls or just give me admin pls because i want to ban minges like him he makes everyone rage so much on the server alots and he always rdm detcetive and stuff
What the fuck man? Why'd you type so well? Shit, you're fucked up, bro.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Cheesicle on May 27, 2011, 12:03:37 AM
Quote from: Frank on May 26, 2011, 09:57:22 PM
What the fuck man? Why'd you type so well? Shit, you're fucked up, bro.

i know i have a c in 3rd grade inglish im best in my calss because i write real good storys and stuff
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Frank on May 27, 2011, 02:27:55 AM
Quote from: Shawn (The Azn One.) on May 27, 2011, 12:03:37 AM
i know i have a c in 3rd grade inglish im best in my calss because i write real good storys and stuff
/enters a comma
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: ٶȻhriʂ on May 27, 2011, 05:59:38 AM
Quote from: Frank on May 27, 2011, 02:27:55 AM
/enters a comma
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Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Dale Feles on May 27, 2011, 02:53:50 PM
Quote from: Shawn (The Azn One.) on May 27, 2011, 12:03:37 AM
i know i have a c in 3rd grade inglish im best in my calss because i write real good storys and stuff
omaigawed i neeava siin gewd grides we nidz to k133
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: The Penguin on May 27, 2011, 03:01:06 PM
Nice Guide, i'll be sure to keep it in mind!
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Dale Feles on June 12, 2011, 09:20:38 AM
I added a Credit and Admin section. I still know I have some things to fix (looking at you Don) some suggestions would be appreciated.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Sabb on June 12, 2011, 09:47:21 AM
Just read over the guide some more.

You really need to pay more attention to your English in the post if you're going to suggest people DON'T use improper grammar and that they type correctly.

EDIT:
Forgot your native language was French.

If you'd like, I could help you fix the errors.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Foofoojack on June 12, 2011, 10:19:03 AM
Quote from: .:~RND`=-$ilent on May 26, 2011, 02:34:10 PM
1- GRAMMAR.
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When you type on the forums, use CORRECT SENTENCES it makes it way easier for us to understand what your saying.

Notice that I use capital letter, punctuation marks and correct grammar, for more tips, you should visit this topic: http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php/topic,6498.0.html (http://forum.randomgs.com/index.php/topic,6498.0.html)

Bad examples kind sir.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Dale Feles on June 12, 2011, 11:53:54 AM
Sure, if you want to fix em, then go ahead, your call.

Quote from: Foofoojack on June 12, 2011, 10:19:03 AM
Bad examples kind sir.

I don't get it ._.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Frank on June 12, 2011, 01:14:05 PM
Quote from: Sabb on June 12, 2011, 09:47:21 AM
Just read over the guide some more.

You really need to pay more attention to your English in the post if you're going to suggest people DON'T use improper grammar and that they type correctly.

EDIT:
Forgot your native language was French.

If you'd like, I could help you fix the errors.
>native language was French

>mine is Spanish
>Don's is Swiss/German

Your argument is inválido.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Dale Feles on June 12, 2011, 02:28:10 PM
Quote from: Petruchio on June 12, 2011, 01:14:05 PM
>native language was French

>mine is Spanish
>Don's is Swiss/German

Your argument is inválido.

We have a differant education system then you guys. I don't know if you learn't english in school, or took classes, but I learned in school, and trust me, its not that good. We barely learn stuff like ''They're'' ''their'' in 7th grade.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Sabb on June 12, 2011, 02:37:22 PM
Quote from: Petruchio on June 12, 2011, 01:14:05 PM
>native language was French

>mine is Spanish
>Don's is Swiss/German

Your argument is inválido.
Okay?
I don't even see what the hell you're bitching about now.

Are you saying that I implied because his native language isn't English that he can't make the corrections or something?
If so, just derp...

I know you and Don speak different languages, I wasn't saying that everyone who learned another language first can't speak proper English or something?
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Dale Feles on June 12, 2011, 02:38:03 PM
Guys.....

We don't need another flame war thread...
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Frank on June 12, 2011, 03:28:57 PM
Quote from: Sabb on June 12, 2011, 02:37:22 PM
Okay?
I don't even see what the hell you're bitching about now.

Are you saying that I implied because his native language isn't English that he can't make the corrections or something?
If so, just derp...

I know you and Don speak different languages, I wasn't saying that everyone who learned another language first can't speak proper English or something?
It's just that the way you said it sounded like if you were saying that whoever didn't have English as a native language will never speak proper English.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Sabb on June 12, 2011, 05:57:14 PM
Quote from: Petruchio on June 12, 2011, 03:28:57 PM
It's just that the way you said it sounded like if you were saying that whoever didn't have English as a native language will never speak proper English.
Alright, didn't realize I came across that way.

What I really meant was that his English isn't perfect because his native language wasn't French and hand't learned everything yet. Not that anyone who's first language isn't English can't speak proper English.


And btw Silent, I hope you don't take anything I've said offensively. I actually often forget English is your second language because you speak it very well over the mic and normally type very well too.



But anyhow, I will see if I can fit time in to correct any errors in the OP for you Silent.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Dale Feles on June 13, 2011, 03:12:53 AM
Quote from: Sabb on June 12, 2011, 05:57:14 PM
Alright, didn't realize I came across that way.

What I really meant was that his English isn't perfect because his native language wasn't French and hand't learned everything yet. Not that anyone who's first language isn't English can't speak proper English.


And btw Silent, I hope you don't take anything I've said offensively. I actually often forget English is your second language because you speak it very well over the mic and normally type very well too.



But anyhow, I will see if I can fit time in to correct any errors in the OP for you Silent.

Don't worry, nothing really offended me, and thanks for bringing some corrections.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: -Fuel-Rapid on June 21, 2011, 02:31:54 PM
nice job people can use this like me
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Pontus on June 28, 2011, 07:51:46 PM
i loled when i saw this

i will use this guide on my english class thanx ^^
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Sabb on June 28, 2011, 08:02:14 PM
Quote from: Pontus on June 28, 2011, 07:51:46 PM
i loled when i saw this

i will use this guide on my english class thanx ^^
What?
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Pontus on June 28, 2011, 08:03:56 PM
its a very good guide i gotta admit

i think i will use this guide on my english essay and i hope i score and A+++
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Dale Feles on June 30, 2011, 03:25:23 AM
Quote from: Pontus on June 28, 2011, 08:03:56 PM
its a very good guide i gotta admit

i think i will use this guide on my english essay and i hope i score and A+++


Alright.

I lol'd

(I don't think he grasped anything from this)
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: tigerboy5225 on July 15, 2011, 02:58:33 PM
Thanks!
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Dale Feles on November 14, 2011, 04:49:05 PM
BUMP

Made lotsa changes to the guide, mostly describing shit more. Also, I think this would benefit new members joining rNd.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Hotgreensoldier on November 14, 2011, 05:59:57 PM
Hmm, this guide seems a bit useful. If you could add some more info and things to it I'll be glad to sticky it.

Spoiler (click to show/hide)

Also, maybe should move this to new member intros if deemed useful enough? :L
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Dale Feles on November 14, 2011, 06:18:17 PM
Quote from: Hotgreensoldier on November 14, 2011, 05:59:57 PM
Hmm, this guide seems a bit useful. If you could add some more info and things to it I'll be glad to sticky it.

Spoiler (click to show/hide)

Also, maybe should move this to new member intros if deemed useful enough? :L

I know other admins are nice too, but you always respond to introductions, saying that they can PM you if you have any questions. So I though why not direct them to you. I will add to this at a later time.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Apie2 on November 15, 2011, 08:48:07 AM
Duwde, doo i have goot grammar?
if i dont have goot grammar cowd u help me?
;3
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Hotgreensoldier on November 15, 2011, 05:52:03 PM
Fixed a couple of grammar mistakes.

If I can, could I add some stuff to this over time Silent?
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: Dale Feles on November 15, 2011, 06:13:04 PM
Quote from: Hotgreensoldier on November 15, 2011, 05:52:03 PM
Fixed a couple of grammar mistakes.

If I can, could I add some stuff to this over time Silent?

Thanks for correcting stuff, and no problem, any admin has permission to add stuff.

Although don't add over 150+ categories. I wanna try this simple enough not to confuse guests.
Title: Re: For all those new people on the forums
Post by: blαh2355 on November 15, 2011, 07:48:44 PM
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