Posts : 5995 Join date : 2014-02-23 Age : 36 Location : in the forests of the night
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Subject: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Fri Jun 26, 2015 8:34 pm
Hello GUNners and GUNnettes!
I hope you have noticed all the amazing mods we have to offer. A lot of the review videos or screenshots which attracted you here may show some mods you won't find on the first search of the forums.
The majority of the mods here are now public downloads, meaning anyone can register and have almost immediate access to some of the very best mods on this site.
The few "exclusive" mods we hold in the "exclusive" sections are meant as a perk for people who contribute to the community. That can mean feedback on the mods they download, helping someone with a problem if you know the answer, or just finding a discussion about something you like and adding to it.
Right now those are only accessible for the following member groups: Colonials Veterans Purple Hearts Sentinels Paladin Overseer
Why don't we allow access to Established, Survivors or Initiates? Or to Members with 0 posts or to Guests? WHYYY!?!? I'll let @dragbody explain it for me:
dragbody wrote:
There are a few reasons. Let me explain...
1. We want to protect the mod authors from dishonest users. Bandwidth leeching is not an issue anymore; however, mod leaking is.
2. The GUNetwork has always been about the community and friendship. Anonymous users soaking up our mods and never saying thanks or sharing a screenshot of the mods in action aren't who we want to be part of a community with.
3. We also need to protect the CONTENT of the mods. It's no secret that our mods frequently use ported content. As a result, there is a need to ensure our members are responsible people who will respect the fact that even the modders don't really "own" the mods. Thus the approval process is our way of screening users to help us share the mods in a controlled manner.
I think this pretty well sums it up. We want everyone to get approval so we can all maximize our modding fun! But it's up to the individual users to determine if that happens.
Now, to gain access to mods our talented modders release you'll have to be admitted to one of the groups I've mentioned before.
Your best and safest bet is to go for Colonials To become a Colonial, you'll have to earn our TRUST and RESPECT Convince us you're a decent community member. Socialize with the modders whose mods you want. To start off, you may attempt to: 1. Make a consistent amount of non-spam posts: - a consistent introduction could make up for 5 posts (allowing people to get to know and understand you) - good, consistent replies which enrich an existing topic will also be appreciated more than 5 or 10 shallow posts. - posting screenshots or videos is advisable, but not necessary. They represent content, and content is encouraged. 2. Be a decent human being, without a history of leaking other ppl's mods without permission and without acting like a prick 3. Be mindful of the Rules & Guidelines about how this forum functions.
Some of you are already Veterans and know very well what that means. For those of you who just registered, Veterans are members of the Old VGUnetwork who have been very active and valuable there, who we remember very well and who have stuck with us through thick and thin. They're literally <Veteran> members, we have a long history together and they should be regarded as OG If you believe you deserve the rank of Veteran, apply to the group and we'll take it in consideration. Possible outcomes to that: 1. most of us are gonna say "Oh right! I know him/her! He/she used to post a lot and was a nice guy/gal!" in which case you're set and promoted. This is the case with most current Veterans.
2. some of us say "Sounds familiar! I think she/he was around! Not sure how active, though, it's very vague. We should wait for him/her to post some more" OR one of us could say "oh I remember him/her well!" while others would say "no, I don't recall seeing them" which is the case for most people who already applied but weren't promoted yet (spoknot99, altoangelo, Nemesis, Ghost_1021, Major_Tumanov)
3. most of us would say "I don't really remember him/her. maybe they should go for Colonial instead" which is the situation for... well... not sure. but could be.
Ergo, it's a weird complicated system Now I must beg of you: DO NOT be kiss-asses! Don't try to suck up past your promotion. But don't be a prick, be open and interactive. Be honest, decent and post lots of pictures
Don't aim for Paladin. Only very few remarkable (near legendary) modders and the highest esteemed old VGU members will be awarded this rank. If you're registered to the site, we probably already know and have promoted you on the spot. If you went under our radar, feel free to message me, asking about it, but it'll save us both an awkward conversation if you just post on the forums and allow us to pick up on your presence first. Paladins are renown members of the modding scene and those who have been great friends of the community. However, if your current and future activity, as well as fantastic mod releases, stand out among the rest like a blinding beacon of light, we will nominate you to this member group.
For Sentinel & Overseer you have to have forum managing experience or honest willingness, free time and a good reputation. There's a greater chance you become Sentinel before Overseer, but just so it's clear, anybody can strive to become Staff. It's an administrative position, so it comes with a lot of responsibility but with a few perks too. Applications will be considered. Sentinels go through a 2 week trial period after which they may be asked to step down.
I hope this is sufficiently explained, as a preliminary breakdown. Other additions or changes will be posted and updated here.
More details on Procedure:
You don't really get to apply for promotion, you'll be nominated.
You may ask Staff if you've been nominated, and how the votes are going, but there's no application necessary on your part, other than being active on the forums.
Only Overseers and Paladins nominate members for Promotion. DO NOT bother Paladins to nominate you, you may be banned. You may, however, ask an Overseer or Sentinel about your status, but don't be annoying and don't be an ass kisser.
Only Overseers, Sentinels and Paladins vote for or against members nominated for Promotion. Each vote has the same value.
Do not beg for their favor, do not be needy and exasperating. Earn your status like an intelligent adult, not like a leech. A proper activity and patience will always be rewarded. Show trust and respect and we'll reciprocate
Types of Votes NO when the member hasn't earned promotion. YES when the member has earned promotion. WAIT when the member has potential, but hasn't quite earned it yet
I've included all the current Member Groups here for quick reference:
Special groups: Colonial - for well reputed active members of the GUNet Veteran - for well known active members of the original VGU community Purple Hearts - for members of Valor, with significant contributions to the community Paladin - for very productive and active members and for legends of the mod showrooms
Every nomination has to be motivated. Every time we nominate somebody we note our impressions and a direct link to their posts or simply by tagging them. So a nomination would look like this: @UserExample <https://www.gunetwork.org/spa/UserExample> Colonial. Mostly decent activity. Had some short posts in the beginning but he improved content after a while. Has been friendly, helpful and mindful of the rules.
Demotion and Overseer Nominations have to reach 5 votes of the same kind to finalize. All other Nominations only need 3 votes of the same kind to pass through. Once at least 3 (or 5) votes are met in the member's favor, there will be a 48 hour Pending Period in which anyone who hasn't voted can formulate objections, and those who've voted can change their vote based on proper justification. If no objections arise within the given time, the Nomination will be executed and announced here.
I trust this is pretty straight-forward. If you've wondered how things work, this is it. For any other questions, address them here. Any topics created about this in the future will be redirected here and locked.
Thank you for being part of the Gaming Underground Network! G.U.Network - Come for the Mods, Stay for the Community!
< EDIT: The old topic has reached (and passed) its limit. This is a new topic, a fresh start! Hooray! >
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DVAted
Posts : 5995 Join date : 2014-02-23 Age : 36 Location : in the forests of the night
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Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Sat Jun 27, 2015 11:52 pm
Let's welcome @mindstormer to the Colonials congratulations and we hope you'll respect the rules and return our trust with good will and awesome feedback
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gav07Gaming
Posts : 1143 Join date : 2014-12-27 Location : Kentucky
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Sun Jun 28, 2015 12:01 am
FIRST CONGRATS ON THE NEW TOPIC WHAT UPPPP but welcome to the ranks mindstormer!
mindstormer
Posts : 239 Join date : 2015-04-21 Age : 29 Location : The internet
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Sun Jun 28, 2015 1:30 am
Damn.. I am not the person for a big speech, so I will keep it short . I want to thank everyone for their trust and for giving me this opportunity, esspecially because I am fairly new here. And of course ya'll can count on me giving back to this truely amazing community.
I'll leave it at that, let's raise our glasses to a bright future together
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Cruz011
Posts : 1734 Join date : 2014-08-04 Age : 43 Location : Serbia/Germany
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Sun Jun 28, 2015 1:35 am
Welcome to the colonials mindstormer. wear the color with honor cheers
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RangerJosh
Posts : 336 Join date : 2015-05-10 Age : 23 Location : Northern Ireland
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Sun Jun 28, 2015 7:44 am
Good lad mindstormer, good to see you as one of the colonials!
djadamson
Posts : 340 Join date : 2015-03-27 Location : United Kingdom
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Sun Jun 28, 2015 1:24 pm
Congratulation mindstormer, enjoy your new rank!
LukaTheJawa
Posts : 2262 Join date : 2015-06-17 Age : 23 Location : Scavenging for parts
Character sheet Name: Jawa Thief Faction: Anti stormtrooper fedaration Level: 15
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Sun Jun 28, 2015 1:33 pm
mins stormer you've very well earned your rank enjoy
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meowjar
Posts : 144 Join date : 2014-09-05 Age : 24 Location : Croatia, Varaždin
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Sun Jun 28, 2015 6:01 pm
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
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SaturnCeleste
Posts : 168 Join date : 2015-04-14 Location : Sanctuary
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Sun Jun 28, 2015 6:09 pm
Congratulations guys! @meowjar I'm really happy to see you promoted, enjoy!!
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Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Sun Jun 28, 2015 6:12 pm
Hey, congrats you two.
CrimsonPhoenix7
Posts : 132 Join date : 2014-09-01 Age : 35 Location : USA
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Sun Jun 28, 2015 6:54 pm
Thanks all! I appreciate the community's trust, and I'm looking forward to sticking around!
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Nurwhal
Posts : 182 Join date : 2015-05-05 Location : Ireland
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Sun Jun 28, 2015 9:01 pm
Congratulations lads! Glad to see you got promoted @meowjar
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Cruz011
Posts : 1734 Join date : 2014-08-04 Age : 43 Location : Serbia/Germany
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Sun Jun 28, 2015 9:12 pm
congratulation to your promotion @meowjar and @CrimsonPhoenix7. welcome to the colonials. have fun with the mods and dont forget to respect the modders wishes.
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djadamson
Posts : 340 Join date : 2015-03-27 Location : United Kingdom
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Mon Jun 29, 2015 11:32 am
Congratulations meowjar and CrimsonPhoenix7, enjoy your well deserved ranks
danbrother
Posts : 356 Join date : 2015-03-10 Age : 40 Location : Russia
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Mon Jun 29, 2015 1:02 pm
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DVAted
Posts : 5995 Join date : 2014-02-23 Age : 36 Location : in the forests of the night
Character sheet Name: DeViAted Faction: GUNners Level: 55
Subject: Re: Promotions - How to get Mod Access [Locked] Tue Jun 30, 2015 7:29 pm
@SupaDupaFee is supa-dupa-Colonial! and remember that whenever someone doesn't respect the rules, the whole community pays for it But I'm sure there won't be any problems in that regard Best regards!