' Wrote:4) And perhaps most importantly, have a good attitude. Be respectful and polite, and you will be respected. Even if you do get bumped around harshly in by some of the older members of the community, keep your cool. I admit to being harsh to many new members, using the excuse that their RP is foolish, or nonsensical. But frankly, it's cruel and uncalled for.
i agree this is the most important thing. the old saying "if you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all." goes a long way. i see a lot of rude responses to polls and threads that just shouldn't even be posted, i'm sure i've been guilty of it as well but a simple reread and a little consideration wouldn't hurt before you hit that post button.
so i say:
-Think before you speak/type: Being polite earns respect faster than you can imagine.
-Respond when spoken to: i'm not sure if this one is just something that i deal with but i have a hard time getting people to respond to PM's especially on the forums. i'm guilty of not responding to PM's in-game and i'm going to make a conscience effort to do better. because being purposely ignored drives me crazy. i'd understand if i was sending meaningless messages but i never send anything that doesn't have a purpose....well, except to my buddies and that's cause i'm a goober :P
