How would an optional, official parser be toxic?

[RuleofThree]

In that scenario: Reported

In a scenario where he uses a parser to still behave like that: reported

End result's the same: SE does not tolerate harassment in any shape or form. And since this would be their own parser, they'd be even more stringent with it. I don't know where people get the idea that if SE drops a parser in the game, they'll suddenly turn a blind eye to bad behavior...

Because they already turn a blind eye to bad behavior? I mean I can't recall one report I've made that actually got someone reprimanded for being a dick. Clearly, I can't officially tell unless I notice them not log on for a couple days (and I do my best to check), but I'm fairly certain all they get - if they get anything at all is a slap on the wrist, and SE saying 'I don't like you behaving like that, but I do like your wallet. So, don't do it again.'

I mean, I get it parsers are a way of life for the elite of the elite. I actually like SE's 'don't ask don't tell' stance on third party parsers. Let the number obsessed have their numbers, if it makes them happy. I just can't fucking stand people that want to be a dick about it openly.