IFireflyl said:
If I understand correctly, you are free to dismiss their argument on whatever grounds you want, as long as you don't do it verbally. If you tell them you're dismissing their argument because they're a fanboy (or the like) then that violates this rule: |
Well I meant verbally. Nonetheless calling someone a fanboy was already against the rules.
| RolStoppable said: Correct. Pointing out the reason why a user's argument is garbage is now considered flaming, true to the belief that a spade shouldn't be called a spade and users who get easily butthurt need to be protected, so that they can they spew more worthless rubbish without fear of any consequences for them. |
I mean, I can see the logic behind this. If someone makes disparaging comments about a game, coming back at them with "Well you're an Xbox fan so of course you don't like it" or something like that is just unnecessary. Make a legitimate critique of their post or don't bother with them.
I've had to deal with comments like this in the past, so I don't mind this rule: "You haven't played the game. You have a Pokemon avatar. I think its safe to say you have no right to be judging this game this harshly. You're being way too critical. Here's a thought: keep your opinions to yourself. Unless you've played the game, your opinions on the game are irrelevant."
