Author Topic: Is the forum getting crowded with megathreads? (Read 15455 times)

Phoenix Dark · « **on:** March 12, 2015, 07:21:50 PM »

Two votes per user

But seriously, the majority of Bore discussions are reserved to a group of megathreads. Everyday stuff is regulated to the triumph/struggle threads as well as the normal discussion thread. Personally I like megathreads in the sense that they cater to the benefit of this forum: a chill group of people just talking about life. Those threads seamlessly move from topic to topic and foster true conversation. On the other hand you could argue they rob the forum of more diverse threads. Instead of making a thread about something that happened to you, you just post the story in either the triumph or failure thread.

Likewise a lot of interesting news stories are regulated to the domestic and international politics threads. People who might find a story interesting won't even see it discussed if they don't click on the megathread and wade through a bunch of posts.

Would it make sense to add another forum to The Bore strictly for megathreads? So like:

-OT (new, stories, etc)
-Megathreads (triumph/failure, real talk thread, etc)
-Gaming pleb forum

I'd keep the sports and cooking threads in the OT.

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #1 on:** March 12, 2015, 07:24:01 PM »

Not enough users/traffic to survive without them, imho. When a topic from a mega thread warrants its own thread, someone usually makes it so the system seems to be working

Should be an "I hate change so don't fuck with it" option

Am_I_Anonymous · « **Reply #2 on:** March 12, 2015, 07:24:03 PM »

C'mon man it ain't broke, don't fix it.

brob · « **Reply #3 on:** March 12, 2015, 07:40:57 PM »

if it works it works

demi · « **Reply #4 on:** March 12, 2015, 07:43:53 PM »

Your problem, not mine. Better speak up now...

brob · « **Reply #5 on:** March 12, 2015, 07:49:43 PM »

Can't think of any one-off threads that have gotten lip for not being posted in a pre-existing thread though. do what u feel imo (no squiddy obv)

demi · « **Reply #6 on:** March 12, 2015, 07:50:35 PM »

A lot of people our age are going through midlifes, convincing themselves they want to be adults and get off the grid. I get tons of "delete me" requests often.

The smart ones just let it go and leave. Yet the ones who have issues come begging me. You don't fool me.

Also I think we have this conversation at least once a year, so better to talk about it now

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #7 on:** March 12, 2015, 07:54:42 PM »

Quote from: Esch on March 12, 2015, 07:44:30 PM

Yeah, I think it does. I love the sports and politics and TV threads, but they take up hella space and sometimes even they don't get the views they could.

For example, I could post something in the TV thread and it'd get bumped down several places because the NBA or soccer thread are active. And while I love the soccer thread and posting in it, i don't like dominating the top of the OT forum during a gameday or something TBH.

Honestly, I think we could use some new blood too. We lost a lot of regs with Gamergate (why, i have no idea, I wish Oscar and Treesong would come back), and spreading our invites out wouldn't be a bad idea, maybe even by PM.

I mean you can say it ain't broke, but I feel like the activity of the forum has gone down quite a bit, and people really enjoy the individual threads that get made here and there. Why not #maximize?

just my 2 cents

I've been thinking about recruiting again. Will start up tonight.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #8 on:** March 12, 2015, 07:59:13 PM »

I don't like the megathreads, but the consensus of most people seems to be that they work fine. I particularly dislike the movie, tv, and music ones; feel that discussion about specific shows/movies/music would be better served by separate threads, like the GoT threads.

Obviously the gaf thread is a godsend, because it quarantines the shitburgers.

demi · « **Reply #9 on:** March 12, 2015, 07:59:31 PM »

Even if you "recruit" people - we are just yet another splinter board. Why would they leave the mother's tit to come here? As you can see in the "megathread" everyone cannot truly leave.

Am_I_Anonymous · « **Reply #10 on:** March 12, 2015, 08:02:00 PM »

Quote from: demi on March 12, 2015, 07:59:31 PM

Even if you "recruit" people - we are just yet another splinter board. Why would they leave the mother's tit to come here? As you can see in the "megathread" everyone cannot truly leave.

I left and never came back..and that's not due to a ban.

People just take shit so seriously....if 50 of use dumb as sex post here then consider us the elite sperges or whatever and let them come here if they want.

demi · « **Reply #11 on:** March 12, 2015, 08:06:49 PM »

Well this talk about recruiting is going off-topic in any case. I have no problems with megathreads, but I dont mind individual threads either. Nobody is stopping you from making your own threads about certain topics. Maybe some topics just arent worth their own thread, so people regurgitate it in the huger threads.

Kara · « **Reply #12 on:** March 12, 2015, 08:08:26 PM »

I wish someone would crowd me with their megathread.

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #13 on:** March 12, 2015, 08:10:38 PM »

Yeah I don't think anyone is spergin' out if someone makes a thread for a show/movie. If you want an individual thread just make it

kick51 · « **Reply #14 on:** March 12, 2015, 08:19:45 PM »

the triumph thread is 20 pages long, the struggle thread is 77

Am_I_Anonymous · « **Reply #15 on:** March 12, 2015, 08:25:06 PM »

Hell the whole reason I came here was because some of the more witty posters from gaf I liked reading were here.

Vularai

Mac

Benji.

Esch.

PD:

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StealthFan · « **Reply #16 on:** March 12, 2015, 08:52:50 PM »

We need more people.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #17 on:** March 12, 2015, 08:57:06 PM »

Quote from: StealthFan on March 12, 2015, 08:52:50 PM

We need more people.

As long as those people aren't, you know, squiddy or whatever.

StealthFan · « **Reply #18 on:** March 12, 2015, 08:58:27 PM »

We should get BobbyRoberts and some more black gaffers.

Eel O'Brian · « **Reply #19 on:** March 12, 2015, 09:12:39 PM »

I'd like to request the white trash thread be moved to HoF so it'll be easier for me to find and laugh at from time to time

demi · « **Reply #20 on:** March 12, 2015, 09:19:05 PM »

Its a fucking message board. I'm not catering to "aesthetics"

toku · « **Reply #21 on:** March 12, 2015, 09:30:24 PM »

nachobro · « **Reply #22 on:** March 12, 2015, 09:33:44 PM »

Quote from: Esch on March 12, 2015, 09:20:50 PM

I agree with you, and I actually prefer that this place loads quickly and is low resource intensive. idk people are weirdos about wanting flat design on everything/mobile versions

who the fuck wants to deal with feggits who like soccer anyway? lol choosing a message board cause it looks nice, that's seriously the stupidest shit i've ever heard

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #23 on:** March 12, 2015, 09:36:37 PM »

I agree we might not be big enough to not have megathreads...still I plan on inviting more (good) posters and introducing new threads. Just to see how things shake out. I think we have a great community, things have really taken off since 2006.

nachobro · « **Reply #24 on:** March 12, 2015, 09:40:55 PM »

i started posting here cause people were funny

everyone has priorities i guess. i do like that those dudes named their forum slant or w/e though. who thought that was a good idea?

Great Rumbler · « **Reply #25 on:** March 12, 2015, 09:48:01 PM »

I voted Yes and No.

StealthFan · « **Reply #26 on:** March 12, 2015, 09:50:08 PM »

Went to post on SLAENT just now and saw Angelus posts there

nachobro · « **Reply #27 on:** March 12, 2015, 09:51:36 PM »

100%

forum confirmed

Positive Touch · « **Reply #28 on:** March 12, 2015, 09:51:52 PM »

fuck you guys this site needs a good mobile version BAD

Mr. Nobody · « **Reply #29 on:** March 12, 2015, 10:17:20 PM »

Quote from: Big Jumbo on March 12, 2015, 09:51:52 PM

fuck you guys this site needs a good mobile version BAD

And a dark theme.

nachobro · « **Reply #30 on:** March 12, 2015, 10:20:40 PM »

I use Tapatalk and it gives me both of those things.

Kara · « **Reply #31 on:** March 12, 2015, 10:23:56 PM »

Quote from: Mr. Nobody on March 12, 2015, 10:17:20 PM

Quote from: Big Jumbo on March 12, 2015, 09:51:52 PM
fuck you guys this site needs a good mobile version BAD

And a dark theme.

Cheddahz · « **Reply #32 on:** March 12, 2015, 10:25:54 PM »

Megathreads are fine and the site design is fine, stop being spoiled babies

I'm a Puppy! · « **Reply #33 on:** March 12, 2015, 10:38:06 PM »

What is it with pd and his obsession with mega sized things?

Olivia Wilde Homo · « **Reply #34 on:** March 12, 2015, 10:40:50 PM »

This board has been around for nine years. That is pretty good for a forum about a forum.

The Bore is kind of like how OA has been for the past few years: most of the regulars have left, there are a few new people here and there, but overall it's slowing down, leaving behind just a few hardcore regulars. Of course this gives the impression that the board is basically one big circlejerk, which causes fewer people to join, etc. Also that's kind of true with the Colification that took place a couple years ago.

I don't think there are too many megathreads. If people want to post a thread, they certain can feel free to do so.

Mr. Nobody · « **Reply #35 on:** March 12, 2015, 10:47:22 PM »

Quote from: Vularai on March 12, 2015, 10:23:56 PM

Quote from: Mr. Nobody on March 12, 2015, 10:17:20 PM
Quote from: Big Jumbo on March 12, 2015, 09:51:52 PM
fuck you guys this site needs a good mobile version BAD

And a dark theme.

Quote from: Esch on March 12, 2015, 10:33:07 PM

Quote from: Mr. Nobody on March 12, 2015, 10:17:20 PM
Quote from: Big Jumbo on March 12, 2015, 09:51:52 PM
fuck you guys this site needs a good mobile version BAD

And a dark theme.

i'm pretty sure there are alternate themes available in the user options, tho

There's a green one but black backgrounds with white text are easier on my eyes.

chronovore · « **Reply #36 on:** March 13, 2015, 01:23:40 AM »

Quick, someone start five more Taco Bell threads!

Rahxephon91 · « **Reply #37 on:** March 13, 2015, 01:41:40 AM »

I mean this is'nt the most inviting community. Maybe thats why it dosen't attract and keep members.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #38 on:** March 13, 2015, 02:01:49 AM »

Quote from: Rahxephon91 on March 13, 2015, 01:41:40 AM

I mean this is'nt the most inviting community. Maybe thats why it dosen't attract and keep members.

I know, right? If only people were welcomed with open arms when they complained about how they don't like certain races here.

Rahxephon91 · « **Reply #39 on:** March 13, 2015, 02:04:42 AM »

You were a douche to me well before then so that dosen't count.

Also I didn't say anything about not liking anyone. I said I don't find certain people attractive(on average anyway). Big difference.

mormapope · « **Reply #40 on:** March 13, 2015, 02:07:08 AM »

Quote from: Rahxephon91 on March 13, 2015, 01:41:40 AM

I mean this is'nt the most inviting community. Maybe thats why it dosen't attract and keep members.

Eh, I accidentally found this forum and joined immediately, I like the people around here even though I'm new as fuck.

Stoney Mason · « **Reply #41 on:** March 13, 2015, 02:07:35 AM »

Quote from: Mary Tyler Whore on March 12, 2015, 10:40:50 PM

This board has been around for nine years. That is pretty good for a forum about a forum.

The Bore is kind of like how OA has been for the past few years: most of the regulars have left, there are a few new people here and there, but overall it's slowing down, leaving behind just a few hardcore regulars. Of course this gives the impression that the board is basically one big circlejerk, which causes fewer people to join, etc. Also that's kind of true with the Colification that took place a couple years ago.

I don't think there are too many megathreads. If people want to post a thread, they certain can feel free to do so.

This.

It's a niche board for a relatively small circle of people. I'm fine with that. If people want to come they come. If they want to go they go. You gotta feel comfortable with your penis size whether its 12 inches or 2. You ain't gonna turn the bore into a "popular" place. It's for a hardcore minority.

Which is not to say people should be rude to newcomers or anything. It's just not the Taylor Swift of forums.

Trent Dole · « **Reply #42 on:** March 13, 2015, 02:10:30 AM »

Quote from: chronovore on March 13, 2015, 01:23:40 AM

Quick, someone start five more Taco Bell threads!

Fuck man, I want some quesaritos but we're supposed to be conserving funds around here. The struggle.

Am_I_Anonymous · « **Reply #43 on:** March 13, 2015, 02:10:54 AM »

Quote from: Stoney Mason on March 13, 2015, 02:07:35 AM

Quote from: Mary Tyler Whore on March 12, 2015, 10:40:50 PM
This board has been around for nine years. That is pretty good for a forum about a forum.

The Bore is kind of like how OA has been for the past few years: most of the regulars have left, there are a few new people here and there, but overall it's slowing down, leaving behind just a few hardcore regulars. Of course this gives the impression that the board is basically one big circlejerk, which causes fewer people to join, etc. Also that's kind of true with the Colification that took place a couple years ago.

I don't think there are too many megathreads. If people want to post a thread, they certain can feel free to do so.

This.

It's a niche board for a relatively small circle of people. I'm fine with that. If people want to come they come. If they want to go they go. You gotta feel comfortable with your penis size whether its 12 inches or 2. You ain't gonna turn the bore into a "popular" place. It's for a hardcore minority.

Which is not to say people should be rude to newcomers or anything. It's just not the Taylor Swift of forums.

More like "hardcocked minorities"

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #44 on:** March 13, 2015, 02:21:27 AM »

Quote from: Rahxephon91 on March 13, 2015, 01:41:40 AM

I mean this is'nt the most inviting community. Maybe thats why it dosen't attract and keep members.

OMG

Kara · « **Reply #45 on:** March 13, 2015, 02:32:10 AM »

Quote from: Human Snorenado on March 13, 2015, 02:01:49 AM

Quote from: Rahxephon91 on March 13, 2015, 01:41:40 AM
I mean this is'nt the most inviting community. Maybe thats why it dosen't attract and keep members.

I know, right? If only people were welcomed with open arms when they complained about how they don't like certain races here.

If someone wants to complain about the Monaco Grand Prix that's fine with me.

ToxicAdam · « **Reply #46 on:** March 13, 2015, 03:48:48 AM »

People have short memories. I've been here the entire run of this forum and it's the best it's been in awhile. The quality of user is better even though their output might not be has high as the past garbage users.

The mega thread thing is a problem, but people seem to really enjoy them. It puts less pressure on people into creating a new thread and potentially being mocked for whatever random idea they had.

Reb · « **Reply #47 on:** March 13, 2015, 04:20:27 AM »

All the suggestions in this thread are stupid.

chronovore · « **Reply #48 on:** March 13, 2015, 05:47:10 AM »

Well, shit. All anyone here has to do is start a thread and see where it goes. It may turn into a one-man show (or a one Lennedsay show, now that we’ve lost Himuro and Devo). I think the GTA V thread turned into a Chrono-fest. I may start a “Let’s Watch Farscape” thread to keep up with my recent catassing there.

ToxicAdam · « **Reply #49 on:** March 13, 2015, 06:06:20 AM »

Only thing left is to turn this into a mega thread that discusses the meta state of the forum.

Fifstar · « **Reply #50 on:** March 13, 2015, 07:06:00 AM »

Don't really see the problem with the megathreads. The only thing that really changed is that we got two additional random talk topics? It's not like new topics are getting ignored.

Also I don't get the complaining about lack of new members/lack of traffic. Pretty sure there was a time 2 years ago with much less posts than currently. Forum is actually on an uptrend over the last couple of years, which is surprising considering a lot of the members that made this forum what it is left or post much less frequently.

Positive Touch · « **Reply #51 on:** March 13, 2015, 08:23:29 AM »

Quote from: Rahxephon91 on March 13, 2015, 01:41:40 AM

I mean this is'nt the most inviting community. Maybe thats why it dosen't attract and keep members.

maybe you're a turd

Am_I_Anonymous · « **Reply #52 on:** March 13, 2015, 08:29:14 AM »

Quote from: Rahxephon91 on March 13, 2015, 01:41:40 AM

I mean this is'nt the most inviting community. Maybe thats why it dosen't attract and keep members.

recursivelyenumerable · « **Reply #53 on:** March 13, 2015, 11:04:19 AM »

megathread to me means like a GAF megathread, but we'd need a lot more people here for our threads to be anywhere near as bad as theirs.

Stoney Mason · « **Reply #54 on:** March 13, 2015, 01:39:15 PM »

Quote from: chronovore on March 13, 2015, 05:47:10 AM

now that we’ve lost Himuro

What happened with Himuro? I haven't followed it.

I'm a Puppy! · « **Reply #55 on:** March 13, 2015, 01:58:41 PM »

Quote from: Rahxephon91 on March 13, 2015, 01:41:40 AM

I mean this is'nt the most inviting community. Maybe thats why it dosen't attract and keep members.

Nah, I get it. We don't pull punches here.
But compared to the other hugboxes of forums out there, I'd rather be called an asshat when I'm an asshat and be able to do the same for others than have to pretend everyone is awesome all the time. If that doesn't appeal to you then, yeah, this place might not be for you.

Am_I_Anonymous · « **Reply #56 on:** March 13, 2015, 02:00:41 PM »

Paging Karakand

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rotokas_language

Whole language only has 11 sounds!

Rufus · « **Reply #57 on:** March 13, 2015, 02:20:00 PM »

Quote from: Am_I_Anonymous on March 13, 2015, 02:00:41 PM

Paging Karakand

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rotokas_language

Whole language only has 11 sounds!

Sound samples:

Brehvolution · « **Reply #58 on:** March 13, 2015, 02:24:34 PM »

It's not a megathread until Final Fantasy starts getting ranked.

Am_I_Anonymous · « **Reply #59 on:** March 13, 2015, 02:26:38 PM »

Quote from: Brehvolution on March 13, 2015, 02:24:34 PM

It's not a megathread until Final Fantasy starts getting ranked.

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