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Re: Customer Review #2 - Follow-up to Abrupt Closing of Topic - Limiting Opportunity to Respond
I'm not sure this is a productive use of your time, my dude.
While I understand that you feel as if your time and attention is difficult to refund without a compromise that steps over the line, you've also got to understand the position that Ictinus is in as the new Producer. He stepped inside a burning room in a manner vaguely reminiscent of a famous scene from Community. There were fires to put out everywhere. Your environmental token is one such fire. Ictinus even went on record saying that the auction item in question was poorly explained - I'd go further and say that the token is a monument to Tiur's incompetence/lack of forethought.
Unfortunately, while it isn't 'your fault' that IRE kept an incompetent lackwit on as Producer for so long, you need to keep in mind what goes into the change of management. Yes, Tiur screwed the pooch. However, Ictinus has to set a precedent and keep to it - he offered a full currency refund, which is way more than IRE usually springs for in most other situations. If he gives you better than what you paid, what sort of precedent does that set to every other customer who had a bone to pick with Tiur's inability to do his job?
It has to stop somewhere. I'm sorry you got burnt so badly. However, were I in your shoes, I'd take the full currency refund before I got roasted any further.
While I understand that you feel as if your time and attention is difficult to refund without a compromise that steps over the line, you've also got to understand the position that Ictinus is in as the new Producer. He stepped inside a burning room in a manner vaguely reminiscent of a famous scene from Community. There were fires to put out everywhere. Your environmental token is one such fire. Ictinus even went on record saying that the auction item in question was poorly explained - I'd go further and say that the token is a monument to Tiur's incompetence/lack of forethought.
Unfortunately, while it isn't 'your fault' that IRE kept an incompetent lackwit on as Producer for so long, you need to keep in mind what goes into the change of management. Yes, Tiur screwed the pooch. However, Ictinus has to set a precedent and keep to it - he offered a full currency refund, which is way more than IRE usually springs for in most other situations. If he gives you better than what you paid, what sort of precedent does that set to every other customer who had a bone to pick with Tiur's inability to do his job?
It has to stop somewhere. I'm sorry you got burnt so badly. However, were I in your shoes, I'd take the full currency refund before I got roasted any further.
Iesid
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Re: Customer Review #2 - Follow-up to Abrupt Closing of Topic - Limiting Opportunity to Respond
Tetchta
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Re: Customer Review #2 - Follow-up to Abrupt Closing of Topic - Limiting Opportunity to Respond
Sryaen
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Re: Customer Review #2 - Follow-up to Abrupt Closing of Topic - Limiting Opportunity to Respond
Why do you need to wait for their log? I mean it's not like them posting a full log is going to put an end to it. You could always say they altered it.
If you're already going to start a new thread despite the last one being closed, you might as well just post your own log already. Otherwise, forget it and move on/vote with your dollar, etc.
If you're already going to start a new thread despite the last one being closed, you might as well just post your own log already. Otherwise, forget it and move on/vote with your dollar, etc.
Lim
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Customer Review #2 - Follow-up to Abrupt Closing of Topic - Limiting Opportunity to Respond
@Ictinus
This has been on my mind over the past few days and instead of allowing you to misrepresent me online. I'm going to say this.
You posted one tell that I wrote you. For transparency post the entire conversation that we had, including that tell.
If you decide to not respond and/or close this post then that is revealing in itself.
Because if you post our entire conversation.... unfortunately, it will make you look bad and it will reveal the truth.
But if you stand by your position - provide the entire conversation for context.
Thank you.
@Razmael @Keroc
This has been on my mind over the past few days and instead of allowing you to misrepresent me online. I'm going to say this.
You posted one tell that I wrote you. For transparency post the entire conversation that we had, including that tell.
If you decide to not respond and/or close this post then that is revealing in itself.
Because if you post our entire conversation.... unfortunately, it will make you look bad and it will reveal the truth.
But if you stand by your position - provide the entire conversation for context.
Thank you.
@Razmael @Keroc
Jhin
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Events post #276: Fragments of Time, Part III: The Third Party
11/9/2021 at 4:03
Anonymous
Everyone
Fragments of Time, Part III: The Third Party
Under cover of darkness they sailed, driven forward by the grace of a vigorous maritime wind. The vessel banked and crested over the ways as the captain reviewed a brief missive. Orders were clear; they were to dispatch the greatest threat prior to seeking their prize. As Sapience came into view, the course was set, and they soon moored near the docks of Enorian, unseen and unnoticed all the while.
With much of Sapience distracted by a prolonged ylem instability in the Aureliana Forest, opportunity arose. Seven of them disembarked and stalked the harbour in search of weak points. Concealed by crimson veil and armour black, they plied their clandestine craft with great efficiency, darting onto ships to lay explosives in their hulls and lacing the harbour with an array of rigged - and deadly - fusebombs.
Filing quietly back on board their own ship, the stealthy forces prepared for departure as the first of many violent explosions shook the city with massive force. The ensuing chain reaction was monstrous - ships soon caught fire and began sinking, the screams of countless crew and personnel filled the air as they drowned, smoke billowed into the sky. It was only after hauling up their anchor that realisation dawned: one of their number had been left behind. Nevertheless, they cut a quick and dexterous path out of the dock, speeding away from the shore.
The sea itself came alive to bar their egress, the ever-shifting form of Slyphe, the Maelstrom, rising monstrously from the depths in a whoosh of air and spray. Commanding it to stop in a voice bearing all the force of the oceans, the Sea God drew back Their hand, heaving globes of aqueous essence at the fleeing vessel in an attempt to destroy it. As each approached Slyphe's target, the divine might simply dissipated into harmless mist and steam, leaving it wholly unharmed.
Astonished and naming them Albedi interlopers, the Maelstrom brought forth a wave to rival the Vashnars in size, a terrible tsunami that They sent toward the ship. The waters frothed and churned as it fell upon the vessel at terrifying speed, yet as the sea returned to its calm seremity, nothing of wreckage or craft could be seen.
In the aftermath, the Maelstrom converged upon Enorian, showing no strain as They spoke regret at the invaders' successful escape. The Warlord then joined the growing crowd, His attention drawn by the Albedi incursion. Fully cognisant of Enorian's status as the sole naval power of note on the continent, He promised the aid of His Legion and offered His considerable resources to the rebuilding of the docks. Tense collaboration ensued between the Beacon and those of Strife, overseen by Rhulin Glintspear - grudgingly called out of retirement yet again - and Nok, a Kobold tinkerer loyal to Bamathis.
Investigations at the docks uncovered the occasional remnants of undetonated and inert fusebombs - close to the corpse of a veiled operative. In consultation with Braytal Haarfil - steward of Enorian's pylon - it became clear that the figure was one of the Haekathi - the bastard half-breed offspring of the Dreikathi. Uncertain of the reasoning behind Drakkenmont's involvement, those gathered set themselves to forming plans and commencing repairs, anxious of the Haekathi's inevitable return.
Penned by my hand on Gosday, the 8th of Slyphian, in the year 498 MA.
Anonymous
Everyone
Fragments of Time, Part III: The Third Party
Under cover of darkness they sailed, driven forward by the grace of a vigorous maritime wind. The vessel banked and crested over the ways as the captain reviewed a brief missive. Orders were clear; they were to dispatch the greatest threat prior to seeking their prize. As Sapience came into view, the course was set, and they soon moored near the docks of Enorian, unseen and unnoticed all the while.
With much of Sapience distracted by a prolonged ylem instability in the Aureliana Forest, opportunity arose. Seven of them disembarked and stalked the harbour in search of weak points. Concealed by crimson veil and armour black, they plied their clandestine craft with great efficiency, darting onto ships to lay explosives in their hulls and lacing the harbour with an array of rigged - and deadly - fusebombs.
Filing quietly back on board their own ship, the stealthy forces prepared for departure as the first of many violent explosions shook the city with massive force. The ensuing chain reaction was monstrous - ships soon caught fire and began sinking, the screams of countless crew and personnel filled the air as they drowned, smoke billowed into the sky. It was only after hauling up their anchor that realisation dawned: one of their number had been left behind. Nevertheless, they cut a quick and dexterous path out of the dock, speeding away from the shore.
The sea itself came alive to bar their egress, the ever-shifting form of Slyphe, the Maelstrom, rising monstrously from the depths in a whoosh of air and spray. Commanding it to stop in a voice bearing all the force of the oceans, the Sea God drew back Their hand, heaving globes of aqueous essence at the fleeing vessel in an attempt to destroy it. As each approached Slyphe's target, the divine might simply dissipated into harmless mist and steam, leaving it wholly unharmed.
Astonished and naming them Albedi interlopers, the Maelstrom brought forth a wave to rival the Vashnars in size, a terrible tsunami that They sent toward the ship. The waters frothed and churned as it fell upon the vessel at terrifying speed, yet as the sea returned to its calm seremity, nothing of wreckage or craft could be seen.
In the aftermath, the Maelstrom converged upon Enorian, showing no strain as They spoke regret at the invaders' successful escape. The Warlord then joined the growing crowd, His attention drawn by the Albedi incursion. Fully cognisant of Enorian's status as the sole naval power of note on the continent, He promised the aid of His Legion and offered His considerable resources to the rebuilding of the docks. Tense collaboration ensued between the Beacon and those of Strife, overseen by Rhulin Glintspear - grudgingly called out of retirement yet again - and Nok, a Kobold tinkerer loyal to Bamathis.
Investigations at the docks uncovered the occasional remnants of undetonated and inert fusebombs - close to the corpse of a veiled operative. In consultation with Braytal Haarfil - steward of Enorian's pylon - it became clear that the figure was one of the Haekathi - the bastard half-breed offspring of the Dreikathi. Uncertain of the reasoning behind Drakkenmont's involvement, those gathered set themselves to forming plans and commencing repairs, anxious of the Haekathi's inevitable return.
Penned by my hand on Gosday, the 8th of Slyphian, in the year 498 MA.
Re: Events post #276: Fragments of Time, Part III: The Third Party
events posts being up really quickly after the event occurs is hype af and i love it
Alela
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Announce post #3257: October Artisanal and Bardic Results!
11/8/2021 at 16:40
Ictinus, the Architect
Everyone
October Artisanal and Bardic Results!
Hi folks!
Submissions for October's Artisanal and Bardic contest have now been reviewed by our discerning panel of judges and the winners are as follows:
ARTISANALS
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Winner: Teani!
Runner-up: Roux!
Merit: Qelres!
Participation: Isia, Oba, and Galilei!
BARDICS
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Winner: Caitria!
Runner-up: Teani!
Merit: Blodwyn!
Participation: Rebra!
Prizes have been awarded, and the entries are up on the website already!
Artisanal entries can be found on the website here: https://www.aetolia.com/artisanal-october-2021/
Bardic entries can be found on the website here: https://www.aetolia.com/bardic-october-2021/
Thank you to everyone who participated!
Penned by my hand on Falsday, the 5th of Slyphian, in the year 498 MA.
Ictinus, the Architect
Everyone
October Artisanal and Bardic Results!
Hi folks!
Submissions for October's Artisanal and Bardic contest have now been reviewed by our discerning panel of judges and the winners are as follows:
ARTISANALS
----------
Winner: Teani!
Runner-up: Roux!
Merit: Qelres!
Participation: Isia, Oba, and Galilei!
BARDICS
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Winner: Caitria!
Runner-up: Teani!
Merit: Blodwyn!
Participation: Rebra!
Prizes have been awarded, and the entries are up on the website already!
Artisanal entries can be found on the website here: https://www.aetolia.com/artisanal-october-2021/
Bardic entries can be found on the website here: https://www.aetolia.com/bardic-october-2021/
Thank you to everyone who participated!
Penned by my hand on Falsday, the 5th of Slyphian, in the year 498 MA.
Events post #275: Operation Report: Locality Confluence Observation
11/8/2021 at 0:12
Anonymous
Everyone
Operation Report: Locality Confluence Observation
[Accessing restricted continental records...]
[You do not have access to that news section.]
[Bypassing primitive security. Calculated time to completion: one point six four seven cycles.]
[Data acquisition complete. Continental records accessed.]
[You are now in the Events section of the news system.]
Calculations by Kalchos centrifuge revealed imminent locality confluence in central Sapience region. In accordance with maker directives issued at the moment of dispersal, observational and [redacted] operations were initiated. Preliminary evaluation of assets denoted significant rusting in cognitive Spoke resources. We were identified as least degraded Cogger iteration with greatest likelihood of predicted success. We are well maintained.
Following transoceanic traversal, we commenced our investigation. Cursory analyses of Sapient networks "Bloodloch, "Enorian", "Duiran", and "Esterport" were inconclusive. Initial attempts at collaboration with native fleshsack population proved resource intensive owing to proximal intelligence levels falling below expected parameters. We provided data to fleshsacks in order to facilitate efficient exchange including issuances of warning escalation in order to repel improper physical contact.
Mandated warning level five was issued prior to engaging disciplinary protocols. Addition to vernacular library was made: "Rusthead." To have a head of rust. Example: The Sixth Spoke are all rusted rustheads. Recommendations issued for deconstruction of fleshsack anatomy for later reassembly of most valuable salvage.
We searched for one thousand five hundred and forty eight point six two nine cycles before anomalous temporal matrix fluctuations revealed confluence presence in region "Masilia." Conferral with provincial security mechanisms indicated five locality concurrence events in operation. Requisite data was relayed to amassed fleshsack attendance for effective decomissioning of protective fields. Pending initiation of deductive procedures, we continued to perform queried analysis of confluence marring sustained in prior locality event.
First of five concurrences required logical and lateral cognition verification. We calculated the response at greater velocity than our Coms based on two of seven available markers. We observed fleshsacks undergo deductive collaborations. Significant expenditure of cycles was recorded prior to resolution.
Subsequent concurrence alignment required accurate mathematical expression in order to facilitate the provisioning of fleshsack operational fluids at the requisite volume. Our conclusion was determined in under one whole cycle, verifying Engine fidelity in Cogger assignment selection. We are not rusted. After we observed critical wastage of samples and conducted routine maintenance, fleshsacks achieved concurrence resolution.
Following a period of exploratory deployments in search of continental records, fourth of five concurrences commenced within eight hundred cycles. Discernment and amalgamation of local flora and organic plant matter into libation formula provided access to security resolution. We noted significant upgrades in fleshsack intelligence matrices throughout. We are pleased that our advised reassembly was carried out. Cycle expenditure fell within acceptable parameters.
Third and penultimate concurrence actuation was identified as a concentric foundation device. Disentanglement of critical protocols arrayed in precise calibration with perpetuated maintenance provided resultant resonance acquisition in the pentagonal alignment field.
Intelligence matrix expectations for terminal concurrence resolution fell substantially below predicted levels. Heptagonal reflective contrivance yielded security decommission with unprecedented efficiency. Confluence access granted to fleshsack population.
Detailed examination of confluence device revealed no evidence of marring sustained in previous locality. We conclude that marring has not yet occurred. Continued inspection indicated acute temporal decalibration. Now is not the when.
Further analysis was terminated with unforeseen emergence of maker intervention recipients. Retreat and preservational directives were enabled. We remain in Sapience region pending further confluence instructions.
[Subsequent notations are redacted. Ending recollection process.]
Penned by my hand on Kinsday, the 1st of Slyphian, in the year 498 MA.
Anonymous
Everyone
Operation Report: Locality Confluence Observation
[Accessing restricted continental records...]
[You do not have access to that news section.]
[Bypassing primitive security. Calculated time to completion: one point six four seven cycles.]
[Data acquisition complete. Continental records accessed.]
[You are now in the Events section of the news system.]
Calculations by Kalchos centrifuge revealed imminent locality confluence in central Sapience region. In accordance with maker directives issued at the moment of dispersal, observational and [redacted] operations were initiated. Preliminary evaluation of assets denoted significant rusting in cognitive Spoke resources. We were identified as least degraded Cogger iteration with greatest likelihood of predicted success. We are well maintained.
Following transoceanic traversal, we commenced our investigation. Cursory analyses of Sapient networks "Bloodloch, "Enorian", "Duiran", and "Esterport" were inconclusive. Initial attempts at collaboration with native fleshsack population proved resource intensive owing to proximal intelligence levels falling below expected parameters. We provided data to fleshsacks in order to facilitate efficient exchange including issuances of warning escalation in order to repel improper physical contact.
Mandated warning level five was issued prior to engaging disciplinary protocols. Addition to vernacular library was made: "Rusthead." To have a head of rust. Example: The Sixth Spoke are all rusted rustheads. Recommendations issued for deconstruction of fleshsack anatomy for later reassembly of most valuable salvage.
We searched for one thousand five hundred and forty eight point six two nine cycles before anomalous temporal matrix fluctuations revealed confluence presence in region "Masilia." Conferral with provincial security mechanisms indicated five locality concurrence events in operation. Requisite data was relayed to amassed fleshsack attendance for effective decomissioning of protective fields. Pending initiation of deductive procedures, we continued to perform queried analysis of confluence marring sustained in prior locality event.
First of five concurrences required logical and lateral cognition verification. We calculated the response at greater velocity than our Coms based on two of seven available markers. We observed fleshsacks undergo deductive collaborations. Significant expenditure of cycles was recorded prior to resolution.
Subsequent concurrence alignment required accurate mathematical expression in order to facilitate the provisioning of fleshsack operational fluids at the requisite volume. Our conclusion was determined in under one whole cycle, verifying Engine fidelity in Cogger assignment selection. We are not rusted. After we observed critical wastage of samples and conducted routine maintenance, fleshsacks achieved concurrence resolution.
Following a period of exploratory deployments in search of continental records, fourth of five concurrences commenced within eight hundred cycles. Discernment and amalgamation of local flora and organic plant matter into libation formula provided access to security resolution. We noted significant upgrades in fleshsack intelligence matrices throughout. We are pleased that our advised reassembly was carried out. Cycle expenditure fell within acceptable parameters.
Third and penultimate concurrence actuation was identified as a concentric foundation device. Disentanglement of critical protocols arrayed in precise calibration with perpetuated maintenance provided resultant resonance acquisition in the pentagonal alignment field.
Intelligence matrix expectations for terminal concurrence resolution fell substantially below predicted levels. Heptagonal reflective contrivance yielded security decommission with unprecedented efficiency. Confluence access granted to fleshsack population.
Detailed examination of confluence device revealed no evidence of marring sustained in previous locality. We conclude that marring has not yet occurred. Continued inspection indicated acute temporal decalibration. Now is not the when.
Further analysis was terminated with unforeseen emergence of maker intervention recipients. Retreat and preservational directives were enabled. We remain in Sapience region pending further confluence instructions.
[Subsequent notations are redacted. Ending recollection process.]
Penned by my hand on Kinsday, the 1st of Slyphian, in the year 498 MA.