Like we stated in the OP, the reason we're doing this isn't to crack down on any image for the sake of being "offensive" (which is why the word isn't anywhere near the OP. It's a very subjective term that can mean many things to many people.), but to make sure that this site is as accessable as it can be to anyone who wants to visit it.

It's been fun to see the (very) mixed reactions on this subject matter. We know that VGChartz is a diverse site that is home to unique folks with unique views on a plethora of different subjects. We knew going forward that you guys were going to react to this in some way based on those views, and at the end of the day no one is categorically wrong to having any opinion on the matter.

The reality is that the mod team knew that this was an issue that we could improve. Not necessarily the issue of getting rid of all skin or anime or what-not, but the issue of being inconsistent at at times overly leniant in how we carried out rules 5 and 6. And as much as you guys give us invaluable feedback and ideas on how to improve, this is a line that we have to make for ourselves as a cohesive mod unit. That way it cannot waver due to popular opinion or any sway in the community. Like the rest of the rules, you are all subject to them, not the other way around.

This thread was so that we can be as clear and transparent to you all as we possibly can, and just letting you all know of the changes that are being made. Hear this: we know you're all not going to be perfectly happy with the decisions that will now be in place. Just as some of you weren't totally happy before we placed these new guidelines up. It's going to be a work in progress, as like we said before it's not a black/white issue (It's very very grey) but know that this is now an issue that we'll be working on as a team to hopefully better the site.

Like we stated in the OP, the reason we're doing this isn't to crack down on any image for the sake of being "offensive" (which is why the word isn't anywhere near the OP. It's a very subjective term that can mean many things to many people.), but to make sure that this site is as accessable as it can be to anyone who wants to visit it.

It's been fun to see the (very) mixed reactions on this subject matter. We know that VGChartz is a diverse site that is home to unique folks with unique views on a plethora of different subjects. We knew going forward that you guys were going to react to this in some way based on those views, and at the end of the day no one is categorically wrong to having any opinion on the matter.

The reality is that the mod team knew that this was an issue that we could improve. Not necessarily the issue of getting rid of all skin or anime or what-not, but the issue of being inconsistent at at times overly leniant in how we carried out rules 5 and 6. And as much as you guys give us invaluable feedback and ideas on how to improve, this is a line that we have to make for ourselves as a cohesive mod unit. That way it cannot waver due to popular opinion or any sway in the community. Like the rest of the rules, you are all subject to them, not the other way around.

This thread was so that we can be as clear and transparent to you all as we possibly can, and just letting you all know of the changes that are being made. Hear this: we know you're all not going to be perfectly happy with the decisions that will now be in place. Just as some of you weren't totally happy before we placed these new guidelines up. It's going to be a work in progress, as like we said before it's not a black/white issue (It's very very grey) but know that this is now an issue that we'll be working on as a team to hopefully better the site.

I respect that but how do we know if we're is crossing the line or not? For instance, I see my sig as cutesy but someone could see it as sexually offensive and then I could get bashed by the hammer. I'm sure it's the same with other member's signatures.

There's always room for discussion, I don't think any mod in their right mind would ban someone right away simply for sig or avatar issues. A PM is usually the first order of business, it could also be unfair to issue a formal warning right off the bat, that will stick to the moderation history to, say, a new user who isn't 100% on the rules on avatars and sigs.

As for your particular sig; personally I don't see a problem with it, perhaps some would disagree but it seems fine.

Was it saggy? That could be why.