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Ragnarok · 4 March 2020, 07:56 AM

I just read up on a thread started by *the-steel-guy* or something like that where he gotten banned for trolling on the forum.
What is considered an online troll here in the community?
More importantly, what are these individuals trying to accomplish?
Are they simply trying to start multiple threads so that they can have 1000 post and start gaining recognition in the classified section?
Honestly, I am curious. Thanks for reading..

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enjoythemusic · 4 March 2020, 08:05 AM

Some just love watching Rome burn.

It's akin to watching Powell lie and lol'ing at the stock market as USD becomes worthless paper.

Ragnarok · 4 March 2020, 08:13 AM

If anything it seems counterproductive and a waste of time.. thought I’d ask..

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Blansky · 4 March 2020, 08:17 AM

The paradox of trolling is that when you ask questions about trolling it's sometimes considered trolling.

Lots of posts are just people fooling around, and sometimes it's just people having a bad day.

We don't have to read all posts and we don't have to respond. Its a choice. The mods look after the rest.

Burlington · 4 March 2020, 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blansky

The paradox of trolling is that when you ask questions about trolling it's sometimes considered trolling.

Lots of posts are just people fooling around, and sometimes it's just people having a bad day.

We don't have to read all posts and we don't have to respond. Its a choice. The mods look after the rest.

The Trollers paradox !

Haha that’s brilliant

zengineer · 4 March 2020, 09:22 AM

One tactic is bringing politics, the federal reserve or immigration policy randomly into threads.

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envuks · 4 March 2020, 09:31 AM

In my forum experience (TRF and beyond) a troll is someone who seems to want to start conflict for conflict's sake. A pattern emerges where said troll develops a history of instigating others. Sometimes this is subtle and other times it is very direct. Often with no other positive contributions over time

I always assumed the troll’s agenda is their own entertainment.

Chewbacca · 4 March 2020, 09:35 AM

Troll = Obvious negative poster or commenter looking to stir crap.

They don't get to 1000 posts and usually are given rope to hang themselves. The Mods keep an eye out...

To be fair, and before we group anyone that doesn't answer every 'is it safe, best investment, basel guess, why isn' the _____ popular, and watch out' thread with absolute seriousness -- doesn't make them a troll.

In most cases, all threads get a solid answer within the top 3 posts and therefore the thread is done and is left open for fun until the Mods lock it or someone says a RPG comment.

Blansky · 4 March 2020, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zengineer

One tactic is bringing politics, the federal reserve or immigration policy randomly into threads.

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Don't forget the Illuminati and Spanx.

And men's purses.

Chewbacca · 4 March 2020, 09:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blansky

Don't forget the Illuminati and Spanx.

And men's purses.

Patton250 · 4 March 2020, 09:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blansky

Don't forget the Illuminati and Spanx.

And men's purses.

Lol

jrs146 · 4 March 2020, 09:41 AM

It’s a good question. I’ve never understood why a troll would waste their time on a forum if they have no real intention of being real.

037 · 4 March 2020, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blansky

The paradox of trolling is that when you ask questions about trolling it's sometimes considered trolling.

Somewhat like Schrodinger's cat, minus the cat.

Sometimes people make antagonistic statements not realizing they're being a jerk. Other times it's on purpose just to get a rise out of people. I suppose a third case might be mistaking sarcasm for seriousness, but that thankfully seems less common.

Lately the most egregious trolls seem to be repeat customers — members who were recently banned and returned for more.

DonRickles · 4 March 2020, 10:10 AM

If you ask me, they all belong under the bridge!

GB-man · 4 March 2020, 10:12 AM

A troll is someone who posts with the sole purpose of getting a reaction from others. They bait people into arguments.

Zoomerang · 4 March 2020, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blansky

Don't forget the Illuminati and Spanx.

And men's purses.

My murse thread was legit and I ended up with a Tumi bag based on the recommendations!

Now, Fat Ninja's thread on murses not so sure

77T · 4 March 2020, 10:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Some just love watching Rome burn.

It's akin to watching Powell lie and lol'ing at the stock market as USD becomes worthless paper.

I see what you did there...

But nobody rose to take the baited hook.

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brandrea · 4 March 2020, 10:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blansky

Don't forget the Illuminati and Spanx.

And men's purses.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patton250

Lol

I have no idea why you guys think men can’t where purses.

There I said it (again)

exador · 4 March 2020, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by 037

I suppose a third case might be mistaking sarcasm for seriousness

We folks of British heritage need to heed this on a US-centric forum

037 · 4 March 2020, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by exador

We folks of British heritage need to heed this on a US-centric forum

We'll keep this in mind. Thanks for bringing it to the attention of the group.

You raise a great point though. I'd be curious what the split is on users by country.

enjoythemusic · 4 March 2020, 11:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zengineer

One tactic is bringing politics, the federal reserve or immigration policy randomly into threads.

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Or mentioning bag phones. Beepers are far better 07734

Ragnarok · 4 March 2020, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jrs146

It’s a good question. I’ve never understood why a troll would waste their time on a forum if they have no real intention of being real.

Right?! It doesn't make sense for a troll to get banned and then come back with a different account just to stir up a controversy... I gotten my answer about trolling now.

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Ragnarok · 4 March 2020, 12:56 PM

Thank you for all the input. I am been educated....

On a side note, is it safe thread should definitely be considered trolling as someone have indicated;)

Have a great evening ya'll.

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Star Ferry · 4 March 2020, 01:49 PM

But good quality trolling requires intelligence. Needs to be plausible enough to be taken seriously, while still "off" enough to infuriate the masses

enjoythemusic · 4 March 2020, 01:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

I see what you did there...

But nobody rose to take the baited hook.

Andad · 4 March 2020, 04:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by exador

We folks of British heritage need to heed this on a US-centric forum

They seem to understand when the Scottish do it.

SearChart · 4 March 2020, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

They seem to understand when the Scottish do it.

Scots and Brits are two different breeds. They might live on the same island but there's literally nothing that the two have in common. I prefer Scotland by the way (John is going to kill me if I side with the English

)

Patton250 · 4 March 2020, 07:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

I have no idea why you guys think men can’t where purses.

There I said it (again)

I was just laughing at Blansky’s comment. The dude has an awesome sense of humor.

But I agree with your statement.

padi56 · 4 March 2020, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SearChart

Scots and Brits are two different breeds. They might live on the same island but there's literally nothing that the two have in common. I prefer Scotland by the way (John is going to kill me if I side with the English

)

And what about us Welsh guys Bas.

SearChart · 4 March 2020, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

And what about us Welsh guys Bas.

Never been to Wales, but I've heard that you're good people

4 March 2020, 07:56 AM	#1
Ragnarok "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Real Name: Long Location: San Diego Watch: 3714 Portugieser Posts: 444	Question about trolling on the forum. I just read up on a thread started by the-steel-guy or something like that where he gotten banned for trolling on the forum. What is considered an online troll here in the community? More importantly, what are these individuals trying to accomplish? Are they simply trying to start multiple threads so that they can have 1000 post and start gaining recognition in the classified section? Honestly, I am curious. Thanks for reading.. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

4 March 2020, 08:05 AM	#2
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4 March 2020, 09:31 AM	#7
envuks 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New England Posts: 3,687	In my forum experience (TRF and beyond) a troll is someone who seems to want to start conflict for conflict's sake. A pattern emerges where said troll develops a history of instigating others. Sometimes this is subtle and other times it is very direct. Often with no other positive contributions over time I always assumed the troll’s agenda is their own entertainment. __________________ Current watches: 116718ln, 116500 black dial, 40mm Breitling Chronomat MOP dial “A man with one watch always knows what time it is. A man with two watches is never sure.”

4 March 2020, 09:41 AM	#12
jrs146 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: Lost in time Watch: Me Nae Nae Posts: 9,821	It’s a good question. I’ve never understood why a troll would waste their time on a forum if they have no real intention of being real. __________________ "Sometimes the songs that we hear are just songs of our own." -Jerome J. Garcia, Robert C. Hunter

4 March 2020, 10:12 AM	#15
GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,864	A troll is someone who posts with the sole purpose of getting a reaction from others. They bait people into arguments. __________________

4 March 2020, 08:13 AM	#3
Ragnarok "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Real Name: Long Location: San Diego Watch: 3714 Portugieser Posts: 444	If anything it seems counterproductive and a waste of time.. thought I’d ask.. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

4 March 2020, 08:17 AM	#4
Blansky 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: swmnpoolsmovie* Posts: 9,094	The paradox of trolling is that when you ask questions about trolling it's sometimes considered trolling. Lots of posts are just people fooling around, and sometimes it's just people having a bad day. We don't have to read all posts and we don't have to respond. Its a choice. The mods look after the rest.

4 March 2020, 09:22 AM	#6
zengineer "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 4,562	One tactic is bringing politics, the federal reserve or immigration policy randomly into threads. Sent from my Motorola Bag Phone

4 March 2020, 09:35 AM	#8
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,113	Troll = Obvious negative poster or commenter looking to stir crap. They don't get to 1000 posts and usually are given rope to hang themselves. The Mods keep an eye out... To be fair, and before we group anyone that doesn't answer every 'is it safe, best investment, basel guess, why isn' the _____ popular, and watch out' thread with absolute seriousness -- doesn't make them a troll. In most cases, all threads get a solid answer within the top 3 posts and therefore the thread is done and is left open for fun until the Mods lock it or someone says a RPG comment.

4 March 2020, 10:10 AM	#14
DonRickles Banned Join Date: Jan 2020 Real Name: Don Location: Vegas Nite Club Watch: Your mouth Posts: 2,315	If you ask me, they all belong under the bridge!

4 March 2020, 12:56 PM	#23
Ragnarok "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Real Name: Long Location: San Diego Watch: 3714 Portugieser Posts: 444	Thank you for all the input. I am been educated.... On a side note, is it safe thread should definitely be considered trolling as someone have indicated;) Have a great evening ya'll. Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk

4 March 2020, 01:49 PM	#24
Star Ferry Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: down by the river Posts: 4,926	But good quality trolling requires intelligence. Needs to be plausible enough to be taken seriously, while still "off" enough to infuriate the masses

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