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Apr 13, 2007 1:07:26 GMT -5
Post by shivi1978 on Apr 13, 2007 1:07:26 GMT -5
I voted yes it feels like my parents got divorced or something like that LMAO a reunion would be great IMHO but if this is not gonna happen I will learn to live with it
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Apr 13, 2007 1:12:53 GMT -5
Post by SlayerLV on Apr 13, 2007 1:12:53 GMT -5
I'm a member of both forums and personally I think they are better seperate. I think merging them together would be too much to handle. I think we should possibly put Slay:Alive as a sister or brother site and then they would slightly be together but not completely.
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Apr 13, 2007 3:52:52 GMT -5
Post by CMK1887 on Apr 13, 2007 3:52:52 GMT -5
Just to make it clear, I was the one who addressed the idea of a merge to Phil. Here are my reasons: - BtVSFigs deals mostly with the figures, and SlayAlive deals with the comics. If we were to combine the two, we would create a "megaforum" of sorts that all Buffy fans could come to in order to get all of the news they need about what's new with the Buffster.
- BtVSFigs deals mainly with DST, TST, and BCC, while SlayAlive is beginning to keep in contact with some of the comic's writers/artists. Both forums have a lot to offer each other with these connections, so I figured a merge would be pretty beneficial to both parties.
In suggesting a merge, I was not trying to eliminate either forum, but simply join them together into one incredible forum that one couldn't pass up. There's so much to gain from a merge, and I honestly think it'd be a really good move. -CMK
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Apr 13, 2007 4:50:44 GMT -5
Post by shep on Apr 13, 2007 4:50:44 GMT -5
Way I see it: BtVSFigs = Figures (obviously) SlayAlive = Season 8 Comic There's no reason for the two not to coexist happily, IMO. Only a small percentage of here is dedicated to the comic book, which is what a lot of Buffy fans mainly want to discuss these days. I get that this place has 'figs' in the title for a reason, but there is only a finite number of topics that can be discussed right now over the figures, without them starting to repeat themselves. Since the Palz, Sideshow, and now the 'regular' DST figures are all starting to dry up, there is getting much less to talk about, IMO. I like both forums equally. Only I find myself having less to post or comment on here, since there is less news to talk about. I know Cowboy Guy has put a lot of effort into the new forum, but what was the reason he didn't put as much effort into this place? I don't mean to attack Phil, but if he had done what he is doing now at slayalive with BtVSFigs all along we could have had one great place continue to thrive. Phil probably felt like starting his own forum, for a new challenge. I personally think he tried to get more energy into this forum, but it just didnt happen. Whatever his reasons for starting a new forum I think he has done a great job. I only post ocassionally over there as I do here, however both forums are totally different. I dont think they should merge. To be honest its just like trying to patch things up over here, because that forum appears to be doing well, and this one, well the spark as just died. Sorry if I have offended but thats just my opinion guys
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Apr 13, 2007 4:51:30 GMT -5
Post by shep on Apr 13, 2007 4:51:30 GMT -5
By the way have some posts been deleted in this thread?
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Apr 13, 2007 4:55:16 GMT -5
Post by MsBig on Apr 13, 2007 4:55:16 GMT -5
I voted no. I think an official merger would be a huge disruption to this forum, because there would be bad feeling about Admin/Moderator roles being usurped.
There is no reason we can't expand our own Season 8 Comic section.
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Apr 13, 2007 6:08:27 GMT -5
Post by Rogue on Apr 13, 2007 6:08:27 GMT -5
I know Cowboy Guy has put a lot of effort into the new forum, but what was the reason he didn't put as much effort into this place? I don't mean to attack Phil, but if he had done what he is doing now at slayalive with BtVSFigs all along we could have had one great place continue to thrive. My understanding is that he did try to help things along at this forum, but his changes were undone. I say no, keep the forums separate. I post mainly here, but I do hope to read up more at Slay:alive when I finally get some of the Season 8 comics. But, it's almost like this forum is jealous of the other for their contact with some of the people behind the comic. This forum has its contacts with DST, though. Leaving each forum on their own is probably best.
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Apr 13, 2007 6:12:36 GMT -5
Post by ba|1 on Apr 13, 2007 6:12:36 GMT -5
NO, Im really glad we get rid off some people and no way I want them back. I think the forum is fine as it is. you think its boring? Start posting !
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Apr 13, 2007 6:49:27 GMT -5
Post by Rogue on Apr 13, 2007 6:49:27 GMT -5
I think it's funny, though, that two months later the forum scheme here hasn't been fixed or simply changed up a bit. How much time does it take to change the colors of the blue bars?
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Apr 13, 2007 7:02:30 GMT -5
Post by shep on Apr 13, 2007 7:02:30 GMT -5
Change of subject - I think alot of people were disappionted (including me) when the customisers awards didnt go ahead this year.
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Apr 13, 2007 10:02:23 GMT -5
Post by The Second Evil on Apr 13, 2007 10:02:23 GMT -5
I think it's funny, though, that two months later the forum scheme here hasn't been fixed or simply changed up a bit. How much time does it take to change the colors of the blue bars? I agree. If we don't want people to stop posting here then we might want to look at one of the reasons why they left - no fresh new designs or color schemes when members were begging for them. I'm surprised that nothing's been done about it in 2 months.
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Noir
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Merger?
Apr 13, 2007 10:23:11 GMT -5
Post by Noir on Apr 13, 2007 10:23:11 GMT -5
NO, Im really glad we get rid off some people and no way I want them back. I think the forum is fine as it is. you think its boring? Start posting ! In case some might be wondering why this forum has started a bit of a downhill slide? This is from a Moderator of the forum. And people wonder why many don't feel welcome or comfortable to post?
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Apr 13, 2007 10:26:12 GMT -5
Post by BtVSFigs Admin on Apr 13, 2007 10:26:12 GMT -5
NO, Im really glad we get rid off some people and no way I want them back. I think the forum is fine as it is. you think its boring? Start posting ! In case some might be wondering why this forum has started a bit of a downhill slide? This is from a Moderator of the forum. And people wonder why many don't feel welcome or comfortable to post? He's entitled to his opinion, lets let it rest at that.
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Apr 13, 2007 10:34:48 GMT -5
Post by Jedi Doug on Apr 13, 2007 10:34:48 GMT -5
Change of subject - I think alot of people were disappionted (including me) when the customisers awards didnt go ahead this year. Yes, that did seem to incite many members to jump ship from this forum and sign up with the other, which ran its own Custom Awards shortly thereafter. FYI the Custom Awards here have been delayed, but not cancelled. The submission deadline is April 20. btvsfigs.proboards48.com/index.cgi?board=Customize&action=display&thread=1175832007
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Apr 13, 2007 10:38:32 GMT -5
Post by BtVSFigs Admin on Apr 13, 2007 10:38:32 GMT -5
As far as a new layout. We'll be getting a new banner. A new layout is not going to contribute anything to the content of this forum. It's very difficult creating a new layout that pleases everyone. The one we have no one comlplains about, it's clean, and it's how we're known. It doesn't need to be changed for the sake of change.
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Apr 13, 2007 13:14:14 GMT -5
Post by Insanity on Apr 13, 2007 13:14:14 GMT -5
What if us members pulled together to work out a new layout? We would do all the work and you wouldn't have t worry about stressing to make everyone happy. Would it be possible to create a new layout then?
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Apr 13, 2007 16:08:42 GMT -5
Post by shivi1978 on Apr 13, 2007 16:08:42 GMT -5
NO, Im really glad we get rid off some people and no way I want them back. I think the forum is fine as it is. you think its boring? Start posting ! In case some might be wondering why this forum has started a bit of a downhill slide? This is from a Moderator of the forum. I can't believe how you seem to pop out of the dark bitching around again and again ... and this from a Member
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Apr 13, 2007 16:10:34 GMT -5
Post by henz on Apr 13, 2007 16:10:34 GMT -5
I don't see what difference changing the layout will make....
I'll vote in favor of the merge. I don't care if there's disruptive people, you'll always find them. Freash blood would be good for both, and it's never a bad thing to have a more crowded forum (museboard has like 5000 active users).
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Apr 13, 2007 16:15:26 GMT -5
Post by Lior Knight on Apr 13, 2007 16:15:26 GMT -5
As far as a new layout. We'll be getting a new banner. A new layout is not going to contribute anything to the content of this forum. It's very difficult creating a new layout that pleases everyone. The one we have no one complains about, it's clean, and it's how we're known. It doesn't need to be changed for the sake of change. Even without the new layout or new main banner, we pretty much have no banners at all. You could fix that, and also updating the figures images in each section (Buffy series still has Xander and Cordy images). New visuals won't change the content but it would refresh the general feeling, and create fresh attitude.
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Noir
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Apr 13, 2007 16:22:16 GMT -5
Post by Noir on Apr 13, 2007 16:22:16 GMT -5
I can't believe how you seem to pop out of the dark bitching around again and again ... and this from a MemberThank you for demonstrating why and validating my opinion about why people are hesitant to post on this forum.
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