Wildthing's Rant

[wildthing]

Expressing my perspective regarding the current practice of skipping maps in the MW Freeze Tag server is essential. Upon joining the server, I often find myself repeatedly engaging in the same maps, which has become monotonous. While I understand that individual preferences may lead some players to abstain from specific maps, we must recognize that our selection of maps is limited. The essence of Freeze Tag lies in its emphasis on points and teamwork, irrespective of the specific map being played. The practice of omitting every other map has become increasingly monotonous.

The objective should not solely focus on individual skills but emphasize collaboration among team members to achieve victory through offensive actions and revivals. It is natural to encounter players with more excellent skills, and viewing these situations as opportunities for personal improvement is crucial. Complaints regarding other players being "too good" disrupt the experience, but overcoming such challenges is a fundamental aspect of competitive gaming.

While I acknowledge that my sentiments may not resonate with everyone, I genuinely participate in this community to enjoy camaraderie with fellow clan members. This commitment is reflected in my participation in Zoom meetings and XI Fest events and my willingness to assist players in need. I do not perceive myself as a "distinguished member" of this clan; I consider myself a long-standing member who values our shared community.

[PickleRick]

[Timmah!]

TL:DR

[J3st3r]

Couple things that I would like to add about "Unsportsmanlike Conduct" which seems to be a "Grey Area" that needs to be better defined.  

This is a Gaming Community not a Competitive Clan. Some people tend to be serious "try hards" that will do everything that they can to win on every single map. This can be considered Unsportsmanlike Conduct if the person is constantly emptying out our servers. 

The People that modify there game files and the games CVAR/DVAR settings via the console (not talking about the settings in the options) to get an unfair advantage is something that really pisses me off. I know for a fact that we have several people that are using ProMod configs and other bullshit to get an unfair advantage. It's my opinion that those people should be permanently removed from our servers. This is Unsportsmanlike Conduct and is against the XI Code of Conduct. 

Team Stacking has been a serious problem for a Long Long time. I've even seen a couple Admins do it. There is no way that the same exact people end up on the same exact team on every map, day in and day out. I know of over a dozen regular players, in the evenings, that constantly team stacks. If you can't join a Random team without sitting in spectate until someone joins the other team then, IMO you need to piss off and find somewhere else to play. This can also be considered Unsportsmanlike Conduct.

 

 

 

Edited November 6, 2024 by J3st3r

[Hatchetman]

Dont normally react and like to stay in the background.....................................but one thing that pisses me and other players off is the constant bunny hopping around the map shooting people in the head across the map yep they may be good but not that good i now find myself joining another site if certain players are on which falls in to the (unsportmanlike conduct) of certain individuals.

Ive seen on another site anyone hopping around to much ends up losing their weapon would be a nice addition to this server and bring back a level playing field for those players just on here for fun and the craic and not using glitches to maximise them winning

[joedoe]

18 hours ago, wildthing said:

Expressing my perspective regarding the current practice of skipping maps in the MW Freeze Tag server is essential. Upon joining the server, I often find myself repeatedly engaging in the same maps, which has become monotonous. While I understand that individual preferences may lead some players to abstain from specific maps, we must recognize that our selection of maps is limited. The essence of Freeze Tag lies in its emphasis on points and teamwork, irrespective of the specific map being played. The practice of omitting every other map has become increasingly monotonous.

The objective should not solely focus on individual skills but emphasize collaboration among team members to achieve victory through offensive actions and revivals. It is natural to encounter players with more excellent skills, and viewing these situations as opportunities for personal improvement is crucial. Complaints regarding other players being "too good" disrupt the experience, but overcoming such challenges is a fundamental aspect of competitive gaming.

While I acknowledge that my sentiments may not resonate with everyone, I genuinely participate in this community to enjoy camaraderie with fellow clan members. This commitment is reflected in my participation in Zoom meetings and XI Fest events and my willingness to assist players in need. I do not perceive myself as a "distinguished member" of this clan; I consider myself a long-standing member who values our shared community.

Wise words, wild!!! this is the spirit I like to see.

[joedoe]

2 hours ago, J3st3r said:

Couple things that I would like to add about "Unsportsmanlike Conduct" which seems to be a "Grey Area" that needs to be better defined.  

This is a Gaming Community not a Competitive Clan. Some people tend to be serious "try hards" that will do everything that they can to win on every single map. This can be considered Unsportsmanlike Conduct if the person is constantly emptying out our servers. 

The People that modify there game files and the games CVAR/DVAR settings via the console (not talking about the settings in the options) to get an unfair advantage is something that really pisses me off. I know for a fact that we have several people that are using ProMod configs and other bullshit to get an unfair advantage. It's my opinion that those people should be permanently removed from our servers. This is Unsportsmanlike Conduct and is against the XI Code of Conduct. 

Team Stacking has been a serious problem for a Long Long time. I've even seen a couple Admins do it. There is no way that the same exact people end up on the same exact team on every map, day in and day out. I know of over a dozen regular players, in the evenings, that constantly team stacks. If you can't join a Random team without sitting in spectate until someone joins the other team then, IMO you need to piss off and find somewhere else to play. This can also be considered Unsportsmanlike Conduct.

 

 

 

if I also see that someone does not use things that are not exactly regular, some members seem to have a second life, in other past times they were not so strong, but it's okay if they have fun like this!!! you'll see they will get tired of getting so many "fuck yous"

 

 

 

 

 

[joedoe]

I come from another old Clan "ESA Team" and there in his time who had a similar behavior was temporarily banned, after three warnings the block was categorical, as they say "to err is a fool, to persevere is a dickhead"

[Icequeen]

Did your wife write this up for you?

[Labob]

5 hours ago, J3st3r said:

This is a Gaming Community not a Competitive Clan. Some people tend to be serious "try hards" that will do everything that they can to win on every single map. This can be considered Unsportsmanlike Conduct if the person is constantly emptying out our servers. 

Yea no

5 hours ago, J3st3r said:

The People that modify there game files and the games CVAR/DVAR settings via the console (not talking about the settings in the options) to get an unfair advantage is something that really pisses me off. I know for a fact that we have several people that are using ProMod configs and other bullshit to get an unfair advantage. It's my opinion that those people should be permanently removed from our servers. This is Unsportsmanlike Conduct and is against the XI Code of Conduct. 

Again No these files are open source and easyly obtainable and to install. We all know about them and to be honest a bad shot using every hack they can find is still a bad shot.

5 hours ago, J3st3r said:

Team Stacking has been a serious problem for a Long Long time. I've even seen a couple Admins do it. There is no way that the same exact people end up on the same exact team on every map, day in and day out. I know of over a dozen regular players, in the evenings, that constantly team stacks. If you can't join a Random team without sitting in spectate until someone joins the other team then, IMO you need to piss off and find somewhere else to play. This can also be considered Unsportsmanlike Conduct.

These people are friends and love to play together is what makes us family not cheaters. You never know who will show up on the other team and maybe threre team stacking. So win or lose just have fun. 

[wildthing]

@Icequeen My wife is feeling hesitant about pursuing her dream of becoming a registered nurse (RN) because she lacks confidence in her writing abilities. She worries that her writing skills may hold her back in college. On a related note, I’m excited to share that I am just two weeks away from completing my MBA, a journey that has been both challenging and rewarding. I truly appreciate your support during this time.

[KiT]

Wild while I agree with you on most of what you wrote, map skipping is something that help keeping the server alive from time to time: Exemple very large map and very few people playing. But anyway, as it is now, the switching is a democratic process, so if most of the player at that moment dont like the map.... best having fun on an another map

[Icequeen]

54 minutes ago, wildthing said:

@Icequeen My wife is feeling hesitant about pursuing her dream of becoming a registered nurse (RN) because she lacks confidence in her writing abilities. She worries that her writing skills may hold her back in college. On a related note, I’m excited to share that I am just two weeks away from completing my MBA, a journey that has been both challenging and rewarding. I truly appreciate your support during this time.

Tell her to never let that hold her back. She could do amazing things. She needs to go do it. If she ever needs any advice or help you can let her talk to me. It would be so good for her. And for you I am honestly very happy and proud to hear that. You are never to old to advance or change.

[Crack]

[ANGUS]

On 11/6/2024 at 6:53 AM, Icequeen said:

Did your wife write this up for you?

AI.

[J3st3r]

On 11/9/2024 at 10:33 AM, Crack said:

 

 

 

lol

[KicknDatAzz]

LOL Wildthing!

U thought u was sneaky. SO obvious. but HEY, I hear what you are saying. Eventho you had to Ask Jeeves to do it.

As I read thru the comments, I can't help but laugh.

A LOT.

LIKE, REALLY hard.

This is all the same stuff I have been hearing for over 10 yrs. I guess some things never do change  

[Bosun]

19 hours ago, KicknDatAzz said:

This is all the same stuff I have been hearing for over 10 yrs.

Yeah, these people are IDIOTS lol

[Blaze]

Perhaps instead of skipping maps we could fix the like/dislike command to register approval and disapproval of maps and build rotations on popularity.

Edited November 21, 2024 by Blaze

[wildthing]

Blaze, they did that once because the game is so old, but loco-opening maps also helped with the rotation. 

[codpiece]

On 11/6/2024 at 7:09 PM, wildthing said:

@Icequeen My wife is feeling hesitant about pursuing her dream of becoming a registered nurse (RN) because she lacks confidence in her writing abilities. She worries that her writing skills may hold her back in college. On a related note, I’m excited to share that I am just two weeks away from completing my MBA, a journey that has been both challenging and rewarding. I truly appreciate your support during this time.

@wildthingI come from a family of nurses. Oddly enough many of the girlies I grew up with bacame nurses as well. One in particular was that type of person that could barely read or write in high school! now she is a nurse! She found a way to overcome  those deficincies and believe me she had to do some work, but she did it! As you probably know, colleges have many tools available for those who are a bit weak in their English/writing skills. These include writing labs and tutors who help students with their papers. The help is there and these people want one to succeed. The biggest obstacle is self motivation. A common trait all professionals must have to succeed. Keep gently supporting her and perhaps research and then show her the help available to her once she takes the plunge. Perhaps she can start slow by taking just the proverbial English 101/102 classes by themselves. This way she can focus on strengthing those skills and have plenty of time to seek help when needed thus building her confidence! Good luck to her. I know nursing is an incredibily rewarding carrer. It is something I have witnessed my whole life. It is worth the effort!

 

BTW congrats on your soon to be MBA as well!

[M!dg3t]

 

Get WildThing some duct tape.