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The Tyranny of Black Six and the Staff

Or Lack of It

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Someplace, sometime:

 

Furno: Hi. Welcome.

 

Bulk: ...

 

Furno: What?

 

Bulk: ...nothing. Continue.

 

Furno: I’m Furno from How to Be a Hero. This is Bulk, a pretty lame guy.

 

Bulk: I am not lame!

 

Furno: Your 2012 set barely has any silver.

 

Bulk: That means nothing!

 

Furno: Whatever. We’re not here to talk about why Bulk’s sets all suck.

 

Bulk: ...

 

Furno: We’re here to talk to you all about Black Six, the tyrant ruler of BZPower.

 

Bulk: I thought Hapori Tohu ruled BZPower.

 

Furno: Meh. He’s like BZPower’s Mata-Nui.

 

Bulk: Ah. So he has a god-like status and does nothing whatsoever to maintain order.

 

Furno: Exactly. I hear he writes news reports now though.

 

Bulk: Strange job for a god-like being.

 

Furno: Yeah. Anyway, onto Black Six.

 

Bulk: Yes, Black Six. Just the thought of him sends a shiver up my spine.

 

Furno: You see, we read the forums frequently.

 

Bulk: And by frequently we mean, of course, once a year.

 

Furno: And the one time we get on in 2012, everybody is complaining about how evil the staff are!

 

Bulk: And since Black Six is the leader of the staff, he must be behind it all.

 

Furno: So, at the risk of losing our non-existent proto-

 

Bulk: Since we are Hero Factory, and also not members of the site.

 

Furno: -we’ve decided to start a petition to replace the tyrant Black Six and all of his evil staff that support him with not-so evil people.

 

Bulk: Wait, what?

 

Makuta: I say let them stay. Tyrants are awesome.

 

Bulk: I saw that coming miles away.

 

Makuta: And yet it still hit you in the face.

 

Nex: I think that your position is biased.

 

Furno: It is not!

 

Nex: How many different people have you seen posting this stuff?

 

Furno: ...less than twenty.

 

Nex: And how many of them could’ve been sarcastic?

 

Furno: ...more than... ten....

 

Nex: And how many people have you seen supporting the staff and giving valid evidence that it’s their own action and not the staff working through them?

 

Furno: ...a lot more than twenty....

 

Nex: My point is made.

 

Furno: Bulk! Help me out!

 

Bulk: Why? I didn’t even want to do this! We were supposed to research something on the internet!

 

Furno: Exactly! We researched this problem and have come up with an alternative solution!

 

Bulk: ...

 

Makuta: Well, I’m with Furno and Bulk. So you can add me to the list of you two and those twenty-some members of BZPower.

 

Nex: I’m telling you, more evidence exists on BZPower that the staff are nice, cool, awesome, chill people!

 

Furno: I prefer everything to be hot, myself.

 

Bulk: I’m leaving this petition.

 

Furno: This is falling apart.

 

Nex: Was it ever put together?

 

Makuta: You know what, Nex makes a good argument. I’m leaving this petition.

 

Furno: Sigh....

 

Tahu: ALRIGHT! FIFTY-FOUR OUT OF ONE HUNDRED! NEXT GROUP!

 

Furno: Darn it.

 

Kopaka: Rocka and I also did research on the issue surrounding BZPower’s staff members. However, we also looked at several other sites with forums to see how their staff moderated things, took into account different source material these sites are based on, their relationship with the companies that make said material, and so on.

 

Rocka: I can’t believe our project is better than Bulk’s.

 

Bulk: Furno did all the work.

 

Furno: ...

 

Rocka: I can’t believe Bulk let Furno do all the work. Who would ever trust Furno to do work properly.

 

Bulk: ...I’m not even going to bother trying to explain.

 

Kopaka: Anyway. After looking at BZPower in-depth, we then looked at the fan site for Team Fortress 2 called “Team Fortress 2 sucks and is the worst game ever of all time and sucks and is horrible just kidding.com”.

 

Rocka: Needless to say, the target audience is older and thus the rules aren’t quite as strict as on BZP. Also, Valve didn’t seem to have any real affiliation with the site, so they didn’t need to have a very good image.

 

Kopaka: Next we looked at the Hero Factory fan site “Hero Factory is better than Bionicle lulz.com”.

 

Rocka: It seems that this site has spoken with LEGO on occasion, but for the most part, remains apart. As such, their rules weren’t quite as strict because again, the image of the site didn’t need to be that great.

 

Kopaka: We then looked at the LEGO City fan site “Lego City by Lego for Lego fans using Lego bricks and Lego mini figures with way too many uses of the word Lego in one sentence.com”.

 

Rocka: They had an even better relationship with LEGO than BZPower, and we soon realized that their rules were far stricter as well.

 

Kopaka: They censored the word “the” to “nice”.

 

Rocka: Imagine trying to say “The cow jumped over the moon” and instead posting “Nice cow flew with nice moon”.

 

Kopaka: After taking a look at even worse sites that had no relationship with the companies at all, we determined that although BZPower may be stricter than most, in the end, it’s one of the cooler places in the internet and the staff are most certainly not looking to mount your mask on a stake.

 

Rocka: Which is good for the pigs, I reckon.

 

Nex: Now THAT is a research project!

 

Tahu: 94 OUT OF 100. GREAT JOB!

 

Kopaka: Thank you. Can I leave this class now?

 

Tahu: No.

 

Kopaka: Darn.

 

Rocka: I can’t believe I got a 94. I’ve never beaten 75 in my life!

 

Furno: I’ll bet 75 has been happy about that until now, too.

 

Makuta: Horrible joke is horrible.

 

Furno: And redundancy is redundant.

 

Kopaka: Anyway, there you all have it. BZPower’s staff are not out to get your guts.

 

Rocka: They just want Hapori Tohu to rule the universe.

 

The End.

And there you have yet another take on this pressing issue/fad/whatever it is. :)-ibrow

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I couln't initially tell whether you were for or against the staff. Thanks for clearing it up by the end, haha. It just felt a little muddled on the issue in the middle.Otherwise, I suppose you did a good job here. Nothing horribly noteworthy in the grammar/spelling area, and since this was another view on the whole debate I'll leave out the issue of characterization, plot, and pacing. The entire thing is well done enough on its own right, I suppose.Also, I have the uncanny feeling that I somehow influenced this. All that post was was my two cents on the matter that I didn't feel like throwing into the GD ring. I think the fad (or debate) is mostly over with now, but still. aagh.gif

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I couln't initially tell whether you were for or against the staff. Thanks for clearing it up by the end, haha. It just felt a little muddled on the issue in the middle.Otherwise, I suppose you did a good job here. Nothing horribly noteworthy in the grammar/spelling area, and since this was another view on the whole debate I'll leave out the issue of characterization, plot, and pacing. The entire thing is well done enough on its own right, I suppose.Also, I have the uncanny feeling that I somehow influenced this. All that post was was my two cents on the matter that I didn't feel like throwing into the GD ring. I think the fad (or debate) is mostly over with now, but still. aagh.gif

I've been trying to do something like this for awhile, but your blog entry (was it your blog?) did provide me with the final inspiration. :P

...Are you making fun of me?

I am making fun of everyone, so yes.-ibrow
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Including yourself? And more importantly, including me?!?How dare you! (Yeah, consider that another of my signature sayings, after replacing Next with Nex :) )~TNTS~

No, not myself. I make fun of myself on here enough as it is. I mean, just look at Bionifight 4. [/shameless advertising]You, however, I am making fun of as well when I say I'm making fun of everybody. So everything's great, right?-ibrow
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This is ironic, hilarious, and surprisingly adorable. XD Awesome job jumping on the hate/don't hate fad and telling it from a view that is nothing but silly and fun. I really appreciate when people write about controversial issues and have fun with both sides of said debate. So, great job. :)

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This is ironic, hilarious, and surprisingly adorable. XD Awesome job jumping on the hate/don't hate fad and telling it from a view that is nothing but silly and fun. I really appreciate when people write about controversial issues and have fun with both sides of said debate. So, great job. :)

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.-ibrow
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I don't know... this sort of seems to have a pro-staff slant to it...

Depends on your point of view.

I couln't initially tell whether you were for or against the staff. Thanks for clearing it up by the end, haha. It just felt a little muddled on the issue in the middle.Otherwise, I suppose you did a good job here. Nothing horribly noteworthy in the grammar/spelling area, and since this was another view on the whole debate I'll leave out the issue of characterization, plot, and pacing. The entire thing is well done enough on its own right, I suppose.Also, I have the uncanny feeling that I somehow influenced this. All that post was was my two cents on the matter that I didn't feel like throwing into the GD ring. I think the fad (or debate) is mostly over with now, but still. aagh.gif

A staff member thought I might be on the other side.-ibrow
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I don't know... this sort of seems to have a pro-staff slant to it...

Depends on your point of view.

I couln't initially tell whether you were for or against the staff. Thanks for clearing it up by the end, haha. It just felt a little muddled on the issue in the middle.Otherwise, I suppose you did a good job here. Nothing horribly noteworthy in the grammar/spelling area, and since this was another view on the whole debate I'll leave out the issue of characterization, plot, and pacing. The entire thing is well done enough on its own right, I suppose.Also, I have the uncanny feeling that I somehow influenced this. All that post was was my two cents on the matter that I didn't feel like throwing into the GD ring. I think the fad (or debate) is mostly over with now, but still. aagh.gif

A staff member thought I might be on the other side.-ibrow
Initially, yes. Haha.I fail to see how having a "pro-staff slant" is a bad thing, Zaz. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion (unless they're deliberately trying to instigate dissent and flame towards the people holding this community together), and since this story showed both sides of the debate and the author clearly felt that the staff are not evil tyrants, I see no problem.Also, here's a lesser-known fact: The staff really aren't out to get you nor do they exact revenge for personal vendettas. If this debate leans toward the favour of our hard-working staff and admins, it's because we err to the side of cold truth and not fictional fears.

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I don't know... this sort of seems to have a pro-staff slant to it...

Depends on your point of view.

I couln't initially tell whether you were for or against the staff. Thanks for clearing it up by the end, haha. It just felt a little muddled on the issue in the middle.Otherwise, I suppose you did a good job here. Nothing horribly noteworthy in the grammar/spelling area, and since this was another view on the whole debate I'll leave out the issue of characterization, plot, and pacing. The entire thing is well done enough on its own right, I suppose.Also, I have the uncanny feeling that I somehow influenced this. All that post was was my two cents on the matter that I didn't feel like throwing into the GD ring. I think the fad (or debate) is mostly over with now, but still. aagh.gif

A staff member thought I might be on the other side.-ibrow
Initially, yes. Haha.I fail to see how having a "pro-staff slant" is a bad thing, Zaz. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion (unless they're deliberately trying to instigate dissent and flame towards the people holding this community together), and since this story showed both sides of the debate and the author clearly felt that the staff are not evil tyrants, I see no problem.Also, here's a lesser-known fact: The staff really aren't out to get you nor do they exact revenge for personal vendettas. If this debate leans toward the favour of our hard-working staff and admins, it's because we err to the side of cold truth and not fictional fears.
1. A pro-staff slant is bad because iBrow Hearts Luna said (s)he was essentially being neutral.2. Of course the staff goes after people for personal reasons. The staff has punished people on here for things they've said on other websites. If that isn't enacting revenge based on a personal issue then I don't know what is.3. I find your complete dismissal of any relevance to my claim personally insulting. Not the first time the staff has insulted me and my views on here, though...

Thank you, BZPower staff. In the past, I wish I showed more appreciation for all that you do. From one Bionicle fan to another, thank you.

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I found this hilarious. At first, I had no idea what was happening, then everything just became funnier until it made sense.I also assume this is something going on right now? I wouldn't know, I just spend my time in storyline and theories anyway.

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I don't know... this sort of seems to have a pro-staff slant to it...

I fail to see how having a "pro-staff slant" is a bad thing, Zaz. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion (unless they're deliberately trying to instigate dissent and flame towards the people holding this community together), and since this story showed both sides of the debate and the author clearly felt that the staff are not evil tyrants, I see no problem.Also, here's a lesser-known fact: The staff really aren't out to get you nor do they exact revenge for personal vendettas. If this debate leans toward the favour of our hard-working staff and admins, it's because we err to the side of cold truth and not fictional fears.
1. A pro-staff slant is bad because iBrow Hearts Luna said (s)he was essentially being neutral.2. Of course the staff goes after people for personal reasons. The staff has punished people on here for things they've said on other websites. If that isn't enacting revenge based on a personal issue then I don't know what is.3. I find your complete dismissal of any relevance to my claim personally insulting. Not the first time the staff has insulted me and my views on here, though...
I can't seem to find her saying this was a neutral take on the debate anywhere. Either give me a quote or stop skewing information to fit your opinions.This is neither refutable nor accurate. On the rare occasion that this does happen, the staff member is reprimanded for abusing their power.I wasn't dismissing the relevance of your claim, I was enforcing it. You said that this had a pro-staff slant, and I said yes, it does, and I gave you the reason why. To be honest, you seem to be intentionally antagonizing nearly everyone you cross. If the staff are disagreeing with you, it's because you're flat out being a troll. To that end, I'm tired of arguing with you. I understand that this may be a more personal issue, but if you have such qualms about the staff and the way the site is run, why are you still here?PM me if you feel like discussing this further to avoid clutter this topic. I apologize if I'm being rude, I'm just fed up with members bashing the staff when all they're doing is working to keep the site alive.Cheers.

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I'm a guy btw Zaz and Kakaru. :P My username might be a little on the odd side, but I am a guy.@TBOC: Yeah, this is about exactly what's going on with Zaz/others and Kakaru/the staff right now. It's mostly in GD, but people have commented on it in the blogs and now I did it here. -ibrow

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Just reminding everyone that, while calm debating is okay via PMs, blogs, and topics such as Future of BZPower, it's not accepted in the Library. Please continue any discussion on the merits of the staff by PM. Further debate may result in my removing your ability to post in the Library. Thanks. :)

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Epic parts for the win:

Rocka: Imagine trying to say “The cow jumped over the moon” and instead posting “Nice cow flew with nice moon”.Kopaka: After taking a look at even worse sites that had no relationship with the companies at all, we determined that although BZPower may be stricter than most, in the end, it’s one of the cooler places in the internet and the staff are most certainly not looking to mount your mask on a stake.Rocka: Which is good for the pigs, I reckon.* * *Kopaka: Anyway, there you all have it. BZPower’s staff are not out to get your guts.Rocka: They just want Hapori Tohu to rule the universe.

Is that one on top a Lord of the Flies reference?Anyway, comedy poking fun at pressing BZPers annoyances seems to suit you well. *looks at How to be a Hero* Keep it up; it's hilarious! :) Edited by fishers64
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Epic parts for the win:

Rocka: Imagine trying to say “The cow jumped over the moon” and instead posting “Nice cow flew with nice moon”.Kopaka: After taking a look at even worse sites that had no relationship with the companies at all, we determined that although BZPower may be stricter than most, in the end, it’s one of the cooler places in the internet and the staff are most certainly not looking to mount your mask on a stake.Rocka: Which is good for the pigs, I reckon.* * *Kopaka: Anyway, there you all have it. BZPower’s staff are not out to get your guts.Rocka: They just want Hapori Tohu to rule the universe.

Is that one on top a Lord of the Flies reference?Anyway, comedy poking fun at pressing BZPers annoyances seems to suit you well. *looks at How to be a Hero* Keep it up; it's hilarious! :)
Yes, it is. Don't ask me about the book though, because I haven't read it yet. :PWell, from how people seem to have enjoyed this one, I think more will come in the future, so here's hoping another big BZPower argument starts up soon! jk.-ibrow
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You want inspiration for another comedy on a controversial topic? Try Brony vs AntiBrony.I like it. I wonder though, whether this is a part of H2baH or H2baV. Which is it?

This is How to Be a Hero, though it stands on its own as a oneshot.Also, brony vs. antibrony is a little old for a oneshot, sadly. However, it will be addressed in How to Be a Hero Chapter 13. [/spoilers]-ibrow
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The contrast between Furno/Bulk's project and Kopaka/Rocka's was hilarious! ...is Rocka your favorite Hero perchance? ;)Anyway, couldn't find any grammer/spelling issues with it. Yay!

I shall be saying this with a sigh

somewhere ages and ages hence:

two roads diverged in a wood, and I

I took the one less traveled by

and that has made all the difference.

 

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The contrast between Furno/Bulk's project and Kopaka/Rocka's was hilarious! ...is Rocka your favorite Hero perchance? ;)Anyway, couldn't find any grammer/spelling issues with it. Yay!

No, not really. Nex 2.0 is my favourite hero set so far, and he's also one of my favourite characters to write about in the comedy. And Furno. And Bulk. Not Rocka so much.Glad you enjoyed it!-ibrow
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