OFFICIAL Eorzea's Next Top Model Discussion Thread

[PureEclipse]

@NarikoStar

I apologize again, as I stated I wasn't trying to start something, I just found it odd that the last 3 rounds were identical and with everything going on I myself wanted to have sound mind that this thing wasn't also being rigged, please know that I do not personally think anyone to be doing as such, and in know way want to appear as if im trying to single people out, it was just that I noticed 2 similar names with the last 3 rounds that were spot on same people voted for, I honestly cant think that wouldn't make any person raise an eyebrow at the very least.

also as stated above I figured it with the sig that you were 2 separate people, if I knew how to have done a pm instead I would have, trust me. I was more concerned/curious,

again apologies for thinking otherwise

[Tinsley]

Well, the question is.. what to be done about it?

replace the 80% stipulation on the first page? is it too late to do that?
just let it ride out? im low man on the totem pole anyway
disqualify models? i'll accept that fate too
restart the round with all proper screenies? eh.. throwing ideas outthere

i hate to see an honest mistake snowball into tainting this event to an unrecoverable point

anyway, it's my bday so im off to have some fun <3

[Kyri]

Well, the question is.. what to be done about it?

replace the 80% stipulation on the first page? is it too late to do that?
just let it ride out?
disqualify models?
restart the round with all proper screenies?

i hate to see an honest mistake snowball into tainting this event to an unrecoverable point
anyway, it's my bday so im off to have some fun <3

OMG HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!! *bakes you a cake!*



I dunno.. but it's these little changes that only really bring out the drama in here. Changing the rules for people who are upset while not doing it in previous rounds, Letting people stay safe due to drop outs then making it seem like someone cant drop out and save the one with less votes(though that one ended up panning out)

It's giving people saves and not other people. If your gonna run this thing and hand out little saves sometimes then tell other people that's the way the ball rolls it upsets people or makes other people wonder about the validity of the contest. fix by giving everyone a save of no one gets a save.. but def don't change rules half way through.

Imo though.. I think the best way is no elimination(a bday present? :3) this round no double elimination(were down to 6 after all..) and the last round have 3 people, it be a first second third thing. it makes the last round a little more exciting

I am a little sad that the only way to really fix this round is to forfeit this round because I really like this round and im dreading the next

[YunieAura]

I am a little sad that the only way to really fix this round is to forfeit this round because of one person getting upset and a bad call on Ronjis part trying to cheer them up... I really like this round and im dreading the next

Upset? I was confused why my picture was accepted at all if it didn't meet the requirements...
Nobody knows why he made that call.
He asked us what should be done about it and I voiced my opinion.
And I already said I would leave or be eliminated if I had to be because of the change. :S
What's upsetting is the finger pointing and the not-so-sly remarks flying around (not just toward me).

[Kyri]

What's upsetting is the finger pointing and the not-so-sly remarks flying around (not just toward me).

Perhaps I was a bit harsh when I wrote that and im sorry. But I would say that you were upset and it was enough to have the rules changed and make even more people upset. I won't lie, im a little upset.. I worked really hard on my pictures to make req and I don't always get the best criticism but I don't get defensive about it, I just kinda deal with it and work at making it better. I am also upset that due to the changing of the rules people who might have gotten votes will loose votes based on the new criteria. Im not trying to be mean, Ive loved you in almost every round. But I am being honest too and I do feel I have a right to be a little bit snarky when the rules were changed last minute to conform to other peoples shots that didn't really meet criteria. Even Tinsley said she knew her shot wasn't enough crystal but loved the shot and wanted to share it and hope for the best. Kurris shots are also quite risque and pay off for her (love them btw kurri) You guys took a risk, and it may play out or may not.. but things shouldn't have been changed for it. We are all here to share screenshots aren't we? That was my main goal. I got my chocobo shot in so if im eliminated now I go happily knowing I shared shots I loved, even if they weren't always the best shot I had for the round. Anyways that's my two cents and im done with this.

[Kaiyoko]

Considering this is for fun and all anyone here wants is to see screenshots by the models, why not make the next round a double elimination?

The one change that would need to be made is that points wouldn't carry over from this round to the next to make it the most "fair" for everyone.

[PureEclipse]

Humans make mistakes, its the one constant I think we all can walk away from this with certain agreement.

That said, HAPPY BDAY Tinsley, for some awesome mind blowing cakes go here > https://www.facebook.com/Dinacimarustiart

[KyrieBonvalet]

Hi there,

I normally just keep to myself and just read, but I felt like I needed to say something. You guys are entitled to feel the way you do about all sorts of things, but I do think that maybe Rongi just has a lot on his plate right now and just maybe made a mistake? He started ENTM for fun and to create a cool contest to bring out the creativity in all the contestants. Some of the pictures has made me see more beauty in the FFXIV game as a whole! It is a cool idea and everyone has taken wonderful screenshots. Everyone makes mistakes and I'm sure it will be addressed, all I'm saying is maybe he should be cut some slack? This is a giant contest compared to the first one.

Of course, nobody has to acknowledge what I've said at all since I haven't spoken really at all in the thread. I'm just a fan and like the ENTM idea. ^^

[YunieAura]

Hi there,

I normally just keep to myself and just read, but I felt like I needed to say something. You guys are entitled to feel the way you do about all sorts of things, but I do think that maybe Rongi just has a lot on his plate right now and just maybe made a mistake? He started ENTM for fun and to create a cool contest to bring out the creativity in all the contestants. Some of the pictures has made me see more beauty in the FFXIV game as a whole! It is a cool idea and everyone has taken wonderful screenshots. Everyone makes mistakes and I'm sure it will be addressed, all I'm saying is maybe he should be cut some slack? This is a giant contest compared to the first one.

Yepyep, he just got done with a bunch of exams and is probably enjoying some well-deserved... Archeage?
Forgot what he said what game he was playing~! I'm certainly not angry with him...
I totally see FFXIV's environments in a different and new way after being in ENTM.
Like the other day I was by Haukke Manor, didn't realize there were lights in the windows at night time. It was a pretty blue!
And I believe it was Fog weather, so it looked almost serene yet eerie at the same time x.x
And then I noticed those nasty round fruit things on the ground in Costa... x.x
All these environmental things I missed while in the rush to level up, I'm noticing a lot more now because of ENTM.


Happy Birthday, Tinsley!