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[Serpent]

In recent times, a concerning trend has emerged within our beloved video game community. Players have been flouting the game's terms of service, facing bans, only to find themselves back in the game after a brief hiatus. While this may seem like a fair second chance, the issue lies in the apparent bias shown by the game's staff, who seem to be lenient with their friends' misconduct. This double standard has sparked frustration and disappointment among the community, leaving players questioning the integrity of the game's moderation.

It's disheartening for dedicated players who abide by the rules to witness others breaking them with apparent impunity. The feeling of unfairness arises when unbanned players continue to enjoy the game while contributing to a toxic atmosphere, undermining the hard work and sportsmanship displayed by the majority. The lack of consistent enforcement of the terms of service can breed resentment and discourage players from investing their time and effort into the game.

Game moderation is pivotal in maintaining a healthy and enjoyable gaming environment. While some leniency might be necessary to give players a second chance, consistent and unbiased enforcement of the rules is crucial for fostering a fair and inclusive community. When moderators demonstrate favoritism towards their friends, it erodes players' trust in the system and undermines the sense of fairness that should be at the core of every game.

Community Impact:
The impact of this double standard stretches beyond the immediate repercussions for the game. It damages the sense of camaraderie and respect within the community. Players may feel discouraged from reporting rule violations, assuming their efforts will be in vain if the offender is close to the staff. Consequently, the community's integrity suffers, as it becomes riddled with toxicity, dishonesty, and an atmosphere of mistrust.

Seeking Solutions:
To address this issue, open and transparent communication between the game developers, moderators, and players is essential. Implementing an unbiased and consistent enforcement system that treats all players equally, regardless of their connections, is crucial in restoring the community's faith in the game's management. Furthermore, involving community members in the moderation process through trusted group can provide an extra layer of accountability and impartiality.

Conclusion:
In the face of double standards and biased enforcement, the video game community deserves better. It's time for game moderators to listen to their players, acknowledge their concerns, and take proactive steps to ensure that the rules are upheld uniformly and without bias. Only then can the gaming community thrive, fostering a welcoming environment that celebrates fair play and camaraderie among all its members.

[Marg]

Great read! Thanks for the input.

[Selenagomez]

Can you provide a few examples of where this has happened? We have a community impact statement, a way for some solutions, and a conclusion but no examples.

[Q]

Hello Dark,

 

It's come to my attention that you are still upset about the way that I was punished after this event:

 

I just wanted to let you know that I hear you, and I agree that there needs to be more consistency amongst the staff members in our community. I will accept any extended punishment they give me for this violation!

 

Best wishes,

Q

[gim crohn]

Respect for writing all this but idk why you did. This has been brought up numerous times with Alora staff taking the inevitable position that the staff team as a whole is immune from biases and internally prevents unilateral biased decisions. 

 

These threads also devolve almost immediately into bait, flame, banter, clan polarization and never an actual engaging discussion with the potential for tangible results (as seen above lol)

 

It's clear that although these sentiments may be shared by many, that they're irrelevant opinions to the Alora staff. 

 

TL;DR 

Alora is going to be the way it always is, you can either adapt and find a way to enjoy around this. Or if you really care about this the most powerful thing you can do is to simply, not play. 

[Formula One]

Not sure why this was written or posted.

I think the main intent may be, as gim crohn said which I agree, about flame bait etc.

Very well written message though. Actually impressed how well written it is,, almost sounds automated with some ChatGPT, so kudos to that!

[Serpent]

Yes it all wasn’t written by me. But my point still stands.
Crohn you make a good point.
SG no need to put on a mask and pretend that you’re not a prime example of bias. How many times have you be banned?

I guess what I’m really trying to say is, we can break the rules and be banned and freed within a few weeks like it didn’t even matter. If that’s the case then change the rules because nobody will follow them, especially those who keep breaking them

[Enzo]

i ain't readin all that 

happy for you though or sorry whatever happened

[Arclow]

Understand where you’re coming from. Unfortunately feedback like this isn’t seen as someone trying to highlight an issue within the community and is viewed as what @gim crohn said.

As someone that simply logs in to play and enjoy the game and stay clear of trouble it is infuriating to see people blatantly abuse the rules and not receive the punishment that is clearly related to the rules they’re breaking.

Consistency is key, and it’s severely lacking.

[Tauri]

Thank you for the feedback!

 

In the meantime, please take your time to read the rules here: https://www.alora.io...official-rules/

[GIM Stoner]

Good topic and yea man it gets old when certain people are above the rules while the rest of us are being forced to follow and obey the rules to the fullest. Staff has their fave people who they will ignore the rules for. And as u can see not all of them takr their role seriously. Its just merely a power trip for them. Its plain old sad. And as for the examples SG mentioned just refer to their list of infractions and how its ok to break the rules And be unbanned a week later. So on that note. I will follow the way of SG i have no rules.

[Death Lord]

Thank you for the feedback!

 

In the meantime, please take your time to read the rules here: https://www.alora.io...official-rules/

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nothing more to say

 

 

This wouldn't be a topic if staff team were choosen like in the old day. Now all you need to do is to yell 15-20 time a day '' pm for help '' and that it, you became part of the staff team. Just take someone that everyone on server love and is actually dedicated in the game. Server is slowly dieing and IMO it's cause of the bad moderation.

[Kyle Crane]

i like how you b*tch and moan about some "corruption", yet....

 

 

you were/are the 1 who got US = kicked out of EDEN.

 

 

so all this , whatever you just wrote = is Your Fault.

 

Had you not been a snake - we'd never have this, what ever you just wrote above.

instead - everything would be perfect...

 

but nah..

 

 

 

 

so gg snake boy

[julsbasement]

i like how you b*tch and moan about some "corruption", yet....

 

 

you were/are the 1 who got US = kicked out of EDEN.

 

 

so all this , whatever you just wrote = is Your Fault.

 

Had you not been a snake - we'd never have this, what ever you just wrote above.

instead - everything would be perfect...

 

but nah..

 

 

 

 

so gg snake boy

LET THIS MAN BACK INTO EDEN

[Ultra Ball]

Makes too much sense, no support.

[Moe]

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nothing more to say

 

 

This wouldn't be a topic if staff team were choosen like in the old day. Now all you need to do is to yell 15-20 time a day '' pm for help '' and that it, you became part of the staff team. Just take someone that everyone on server love and is actually dedicated in the game. Server is slowly dieing and IMO it's cause of the bad moderation.

What are you talking about? Staff handle every case properly and we have not had any issues. Also promotions/recruitment to staff happen behind the scenes, and we have standards by the way. So I am sorry to say you guys are just upset because we allow people to have a second chance after learning from their mistake. The ones that abuse this chance, get re-punished. If you have an issue with our system, feel free to address it privately to me.