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  1. Posted

    I have no idea how to express what I am feeling when it comes to this post. I really don't.

     

    I guess I'll just start it off bluntly. From my experiences thus far, I have no inherent issues with any of the moderation staff of xG. I rather enjoy their company for the most part. But when I see something like this literally rock-slide out of control, it makes me take a step back and take a good, hard look at the xG servers as a whole.

     

    I like you guys. I really do. But there are times when I am facepalming myself so hard I nearly give myself a concussion. The maturity levels of some of our moderators, at times, seems to be extremely underwhelming. There have been many times that I have been in a server and chose to disconnect due to the content being spewed over the voice chat by those who have the power to kick other players. Sometimes, I just don't want to be in the same server as some of you. But, I don't want you guys to think I am trying to stir the pot. I am just being honest.

     

    It would seem to me that there needs to be some sort of revolution with the way staff conducts themselves. Some more than others, of course. But for the most part, our staff here do what needs to be done, but there are those moments where things escalate and words are said that do not help the situation at all. Sometimes, it feels like the moderators forget that the other people playing on the servers are, in fact, other people.

     

    I consider myself a pretty level-headed individual. I think logically before I speak and try to avoid hasty decisions. I process the possible outcomes of every scenario before I take action. I always try to resolve conflict with open communication. Any time I have an issue with someone, the first thing I try to do is contact that individual so I may directly speak with them. @Mitsu and @Hachi can probably vouch for me on that. I've been known to be an ass, but when I'm an ass and it upsets someone, I am quick to try and fix the problem. I own up to the situation and take responsibility for my actions. I'm not perfect, but I have a pretty good track record of cleaning up my messes.

     

    It would seem to me that the moderators need to find that innate ability to own up for their mistakes. EVERYONE makes mistakes, and when those mistakes go uncorrected, the head begins to fester until it bursts. This brings me to the situation at hand. The situation makes me feel a lot of feelings for a lot of the people involved. I feel upset that this rift has been created among the staff. I feel sorry for @Kittylicious and the position she has been placed in. I feel sorry for the other moderators that have been put in this situation and have to defend their actions. I feel sorry for @Nomulous because of the awkward situation it has put him in. It is just a proverbial shitpile. NOTHING good will come of this.

     

    But I have chosen to stand and help. I have chosen to remain in the middle, waiting until someone calls on me to referee the situation. I want to help EVERYONE involved on both ends and I want to see a sound resolution to these issues. I teach second graders. I see this kind of stuff DAILY. I can safely say that I am an EXCELLENT mediator when it comes to personal problems, so if ANYONE needs to talk to me about the issue, my door is always open.

     

    I only hope that we can resolve this issue civilly. If there's anything I can do to help, please contact me.

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  9. Posted

    I haven't seen a thread like this, (and if it exists, I apologize), so let's make one!

    Post links to your favorite TF2 mods that you use on a daily basis. I'll start:

     

    FemScout:

    GAMEBANANA: Fem Scout Renovation v2.2 (Team Fortress 2 > Skins > Scout)

     

    Female scout mod. Updated pretty much any time a big update hits, so there are rarely any clipping issues unless items are pretty new. Also has a pretty kickass voicepack by DustyOldRoses that really fits the mod.

     

    FemSniper:

    GAMEBANANA: The Female Sniper (Team Fortress 2 > Skins > Sniper)

     

    A Female skin for the Sniper. Hasn't been updated in something like 7 months, so lots of clipping occurs with newer items. Also, does not currently work with Pro KS files, so any Pro KS streaks are not visible. Lastly, it has a bundled voice pack, but it is also incomplete. Still pretty neat.

     

    White Demo V2.11:

    GAMEBANANA: White Demoman v2.11 (Team Fortress 2 > Skins > Demoman)

     

    Now I swear I'm not a racist. XD

    This particular skin is VERY well done and has no flaws from what I can tell. It also come with many customizable things, such as different facial hair options and colors. I personally like Ginger Demo, as it really fits with his Gaelic voice pack.

     

    PokeRinger:

    GAMEBANANA: PokéRinger (Team Fortress 2 > Skins > Spy Watches)

     

    An awesome reskin for the Dead Ringer that makes it look exactly like a Pokeball. Gotta check it out if you're a Pokemon fan.

     

    iRinger:

    GAMEBANANA: iRinger (Team Fortress 2 > Skins > Spy Watches)

     

    Another awesome Dead Ringer skin that makes your Ringer look like an iPhone. Well done with the models. Purely cosmetic.

     

    Stylized Explosions:

    GAMEBANANA: Stylized Explosions Re-Release (Team Fortress 2 > Sprites > Explosions)

     

    Visual enhancement for explosions, including rockets, grenades, and stickies. Well, ANY explosions really. Looks very impressive. Large improvement over stock explosions.

     

    Australium Pistol/Shotgun:

    GAMEBANANA: Australium-styled Pistol and Shotgun (Team Fortress 2 > Skins > Packs)

     

    If you like the way Australiums look, (Like me), then you probably want more Australiums than are available. This skin pack does a GREAT job at providing the Australium look for the Shotgun and Pistol.

     

    Golden PDA:

    GAMEBANANA: Golden PDA (Team Fortress 2 > Skins > PDA)

     

    Another Australium skin for a weapon that isn't Australium yet. This time, it's the PDA. Comes with many different options to choose from. Looks great.

     

    Space Jam Loose Cannon Pack:

    GAMEBANANA: THE SPACE JAM LOOSE CANNON PACK (Team Fortress 2 > Skins > Loose Cannon)

     

    This pack is simply amazing. For starters, it turns your cannon balls into basketballs. Then, on top of that, any time you get a Double Donk, "COME ON AND SLAM" begins playing from Space Jam. Hilarious and never gets old. 10/10

     

    Piogre's Australium Lineup - Demo:

    GAMEBANANA: Piogre's Australium Lineup- Demo (Team Fortress 2 > Skins > Packs)

     

    Piogre does some AMAZING reskins for items that are not yet Australium. Here is his entire collection for Demo. He has collections for nearly every class, but most noticeable to me are the Loose Cannon skin and the Tide Turner skin. Both look absolutely stunning. His work with the Pyro items are also worth noting, as I also use the Degreaser and the Flare Gun skins he has created.

     

    ToonHUD:

    GAMEBANANA: ToonHUD (Team Fortress 2 > GUIs > HUDs)

     

    My HUD of choice. Practically EVERYTHING is customizable and looks VERY smooth.

    That about concludes my list of mods, (With the exceptions to my custom sounds that is). So let's see what you guys have!

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