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[fowlplay4]

I don't think Avatar would of been that good if it wasn't animated, this is very relevant.

[Clockwork]

Originally Posted by LoneAngelIbesu

The internet.


Most forums I browse don't allow animated avatars. Most forums I browse are dedicated to textual content, because I'm just that much of an intellectual . Animations tend to distract the eyes.

I get that you don't plan on having an obnoxiously animated avatar, but not everybody is as collected and mature as you are, Dusty. For the most part, animated images in generally are annoying and unnecessary. Subtle animations are fine. Dancing superheroes are not. Adding one more thing for mods to patrol for isn't really worth it, imo.

First of all, thank you for complementing yourself beforehand, way to keep the snobby sterotype of a typical Valikorian down. Just as well, you've already stated you're opinion. You don't have to tell us twice how looking at a small moving picture annoys you.


Also, about the annoying signiture I made, I didn't mean it to be actually used, as it is quite really annoying, and would only make more problems. It was only meant to show that we don't use avatars like that because, believe it or not, we're actually a mature community (a few exceptions). I can't believe though that you people are arguing over not having small moving avatars. o_O... It isn't surprising to see Darlene whine over it though, she can't seem to stand most things normal people tolerate or do.

[DustyPorViva]

I want my River City Ransom dude to run, dammit!

[LoneAngelIbesu]

Originally Posted by Clockwork

First of all, thank you for complementing yourself beforehand, way to keep the snobby sterotype of a typical Valikorian down.

Heh. What can I say? Just want to make sure I get my superiority across.

Originally Posted by Clockwork

Just as well, you've already stated you're opinion. You don't have to tell us twice how looking at a small moving picture annoys you.

That's not very fair. You guys get to state your opinions more than once.

Originally Posted by Clockwork

JAlso, about the annoying signiture I made, I didn't mean it to be actually used, as it is quite really annoying, and would only make more problems. It was only meant to show that we don't use avatars like that because, believe it or not, we're actually a mature community (a few exceptions). I can't believe though that you people are arguing over not having small moving avatars. o_O... It isn't surprising to see Darlene whine over it though, she can't seem to stand most things normal people tolerate or do.

Well, you see, I do not like animated anythings in my field of view, while I am trying to read. Yeah, I could disabled avatars (which I do anyways), but why should I have to be unable to look at the pretty static avatars, just because a few of you are hell-bent on expressing your creativity frame-by-frame? Just something 2 think about.

[Rufus]

Originally Posted by LoneAngelIbesu

Well, you see, I do not like animated anythings in my field of view, while I am trying to read. Yeah, I could disabled avatars (which I do anyways), but why should I have to be unable to look at the pretty static avatars, just because a few of you are hell-bent on expressing your creativity frame-by-frame? Just something 2 think about.

Tig's signature is animated and has been for quite some time now. When you see a post of his, does his signature distract you from what he has actually posted? What about Stefan's animated signature?

[LoneAngelIbesu]

Originally Posted by Rufus

Tig's signature is animated and has been for quite some time now. When you see a post of his, does his signature distract you from what he has actually posted?

Well, I have signatures and avatars disabled, so I wouldn't be able to say. However, there was once this signature I frequently saw, back when I had them enabled, that distracted me -- a bug crawling over the screen.

[Rufus]

Originally Posted by LoneAngelIbesu

Well, I have signatures and avatars disabled, so I wouldn't be able to say.

Ok.

[LoneAngelIbesu]

Originally Posted by Rufus

Ok.

Like it makes my points any less relevant.

[Rufus]

Originally Posted by LoneAngelIbesu

Like it makes my points any less relevant.

How does it not? You have the option of removing any and all distractions, and you have chosen that option like any intelligent person would in your situation. Many people would not be distracted by animated avatars or signatures, but those who are can follow the example you have set. For those who feel as though the problem is limited to a few users, they can disable their avatars through a program like Adblock, if they so choose. You basically just said "These avatars would distract me just like signatures do. PS, I blocked signatures easily and can also do so with animated avatars. But I still don't think anyone should have the option to see them if they would like." That is just plain bitter of you. If you have an option, everyone else should too.

[Loriel]

I used to have an animated signature and then Sam or Darlene or someone made me take it off

[Fulg0reSama]

I have an animated signature and it still stays

[MysticalDragon]

I guess I have no beef, since Sam/Darlene allowed my Sig years ago :P.
Congrats on the forums upgrade, Runs great.

[Fulg0reSama]

Neither do I. I just think its slightly odd. didn't even know u had to have permission lolz.

[MysticalDragon]

I think it becomes a problem when Animated images start taking up to much unnecessary resources, especially those Big non-sense animated ones that are non-graal related. But that's just my opinion :o

[Loriel]

What are you accusing me of here