Can we dial back the moderation a bit, mods?

[Alhanelem]

First, thanks for responding on this issue.

But, coming into a Forum that has "FFXIV should take X game's Ideas" just isn't very professional.

I do agree for the most part, but you also need to consider that few ideas are original these days- people will undoubtedly draw their suggestions from their experiences. I recognize that when these threads are singing the praises of some other game, that isn't appropriate for this forum. However, as long as such threads aren't written in such a way as to be promoting other games, I don't think they're really harmful.

I'm not really trying to defend these threads as they usually all end up the same, but more just wanted to express concern about the sudden increase in thread locking. Users who have good intentions shouldn't have to fear posting.

I agree wholeheartedly with this, if anyone is flipping out over 2~3 threads getting locked in 2~3 days as a big deal they are over-exaggerating the situation.

We're not over-exaggerating, it's been more than 2-3 threads. My concerns were reasonable, and I praise Jhanaka for hearing me out on this and explaining the situation. It just felt to me like action was being taken too preemptively, and I don't really appreciate you trying to minimize my legitimate concern.

[yukikaze_yanagi]

Actually, i think you're over exagerating.
They aren't really so much locked thread, and the one locked are Rokien-fashion, but in a worst manner. Isn't a mystery why they've been closed

[Efrye]

Here's an idea: If you want to suggest features from other games, explain the feature instead of just saying "PLZ COPY DIS FROM TERA OLOLOLOL".

This would also have the welcome side effect that people who don't know TERA - or whatever game you're drawing the idea from - know what you're talking about without doing Google research first.

[Eekiki]

They wanna lock stuff, I guess it's their choice.

I only wish the GMs were as active in game as they are on these forums.

[Alhanelem]

Actually, i think you're over exagerating.

You're welcome to think so, but that doesn't mean you're right. I created this thread because of the much greater frequency of thread locking than normal, and it has been and the GM agreed that the rate of locked threads has increased.

They wanna lock stuff, I guess it's their choice.

Of course it is, nobody is questioning that. But they do need to look at the situation so threads are locked only when it's really warranted. My concern has been heard and I'm happy. I'm not sure why people feel the need to defend the GMs after the situation has been resolved to my satisfaction.

[Eekiki]

My concern has been heard and I'm happy.

It was? Did the GMs send you a box of chocolates?

[GinTama]

I think as long as its friendly, every speculation and discussion (even if not considered by devs) should be allowed.

Hello everyone!

As always, I am forever looking for ways to improve my CS to our loyal customers. I have done a review and I see we have been locking/closing a few more threads than we have in the past. I wanted to address a few of your concerns, as there have been some valid points made.

I would like to think that we have not become "more aggressive" in our moderation, but with summer we do have more traffic through the boards and more items get reported. Thus, you may be seeing more Mod action than earlier in the year. Also, during last summer, we did not have as many folks visiting, so you may not have seen as many threads locked.

In regards to my comment I made about "other games", I hope that was not taken as too heavy handed. The main thing I wanted folks to take away from that post was that we still want your ideas, but in the posts it is best NOT to advertise our competitors games or products. The Feedback Email Support I mentioned is read and reviewed each day; I know most folks think it is a bottomless void, but I can say with 100% certainty that your emails are read.

We just want to foster a fun environment for everyone and we try to keep the boards civil and fun but we do have new people coming in and we want to present the best possible FINAL FANTASY XIV and Square Enix experience as possible. But, coming into a Forum that has "FFXIV should take X game's Ideas" just isn't very professional.

As for the thread about Tanaka's, we will more than likely keep that open as it is apropos, just as the Earthquake thread was last year.

I truly understand, and thank you, for the concerns you have shown and I really want to make this the best boards for you, but we do have rules to enforce.

I am going to leave this thread open, as it is a valid point and good feedback. I just ask that you keep the conversation civil.

Thank you,

Senior Game Master Jhanaka

this is perfectly legit

[Sainya]

They wanna lock stuff, I guess it's their choice.

I only wish the GMs were as active in game as they are on these forums.

I wonder, really, what people think the GMs do when not visible by the player base. I think it is the GMs who alpha test before there is a beta test. I mean, they have access to the game. It's been said a hundred times over on these forums that the reason RMTs are not punished so far is the source of money they bring to the game as of present. I am fine with the level of GM involvement as of present and respect your opinion and/or wish for them to be more visible. But it is my personal opinion I would rather have them working on 2.0 than bothering with me in game.

It is very kind of the Senior GM to post in here, but things being said to the detriment of the SE company like this is exactly what Yoshi-P spoke on, about us needing to be more kind and realise that they are human and do not have time to cater to our whims, when 2.0 is priority on their list.

tldr; don't hate the messenger

[Eekiki]

The GMs aren't alpha testing, because the GMs aren't QA analysts. That's a completely separate job. GMs, moderators, and community representatives work for the game, not on the game. Otherwise I'd agree with you.

And if the reason RMTs are allowed to play truly is because SE wants the extra revenue, they oughta know by now that they can ban them as much as they want, RMTs will just buy the game again. Therefore, banning them means more money in the long run!

[Toxsik]

I dare a mod to step up and show this OP who is boss, suspend them for thinking they could question your almightyness!!!