A simpler version of demerits: "dmerits" for every X merits earned

[nutildah]

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So, when caught red handed, OddJobsForBitcoin opened this shitty thread talking about demerit and how bad some higher ranked members, like decodx, are doing:

Hey Theymos, There Should Be a Demotion Button

BenCodie OddJobsForBitcoin thought it was a good idea, regardless of the context of where the proposal came from, and from what we see in the voting results, he seems to be the only one.

No matter how unpopular it may seem, I really don't believe in coincidences when it comes to those who have many alt accounts on this forum and try to manipulate other members using them. I won't repeat what I wrote, but for those who missed it -> https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5486444.msg63722621#msg63722621

I'm not quite seeing how the two accounts are connected, other than the similarity of these two aforementioned topics. When BenCodie first came back to the forum, I was intrigued by how self-righteous he was, which was a bit out of the ordinary for a non-established account. I looked at his old posts and new ones and saw the theme of domain sales was continuous, which led me to believe the account still belongs to the same owner. Perhaps I was wrong? Would like to see more substantive evidence if that is the case.

[Lucius]

@nutildah, I'm not good at digging into someone's accounts and looking for links, but if we take into account the whole context behind everything that's happening with the @OddJobsForBitcoin account and his public acknowledgment that he has so many alt accounts under his control that he doesn't even know their number - and that one Legendary account just appeared and supported his idea and then disappeared (it was not active since the creation of the topic), then for me that is enough for justified suspicion that it is possibly the same person.

Of course, this is not an accusation, but only my personal observation when looking at the overall picture. Maybe I'm wrong, but when someone chooses silence and ignoring instead of defense, it's not something that works in his favor.

[Dont Trust Verify]

The merit system is working well. Trust me, bro.  Why would you want to change something that is so very perfectly fine. Nothing to see here, let’s just move along.

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@nutildah, I'm not good at digging into someone's accounts and looking for links, but if we take into account the whole context behind everything that's happening with the @OddJobsForBitcoin account and his public acknowledgment that he has so many alt accounts under his control that he doesn't even know their number - and that one Legendary account just appeared and supported his idea and then disappeared (it was not active since the creation of the topic), then for me that is enough for justified suspicion that it is possibly the same person.

Of course, this is not an accusation, but only my personal observation when looking at the overall picture. Maybe I'm wrong, but when someone chooses silence and ignoring instead of defense, it's not something that works in his favor.

I’m starting to suspect you’re an alt account of OddJobsForBitcoin and only throwing around baseless accusations to deflect.

[Lucius]

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I’m starting to suspect you’re an alt account of OddJobsForBitcoin and only throwing around baseless accusations to deflect.

Deflect from what? First, try to understand what this is about, and only then write something that makes sense. I don't have an alt account on this forum because I've never needed anything like that - and you and other "geniuses" prove the opposite - just don't put me in the same category as those who deal with odd things and have odd ideas in their heads.

[Sandra_hakeem]

I usually get startled at the level of IQ some forum members possess - and I convey them in real life setting,... assuming I'm able to convert them in cash, it won't buy atleast a burger...well, i wasn't here to bicker so lemme let it slide.
The big question there is - What exactly was the original purpose of creating the merit system? To ensure the obliteration of merit fishers and account farmers right?? It was created as a sort of "rescue alternative", which is already a great barrier to an account farmer and a punitive measure to a dull-headed fellow who doesn't do too much... So what's the sense in implementing a system to fight against the real merit earners?? Which could also incite two logger-heads against themselves??... I DON'T SUPPORT THIS, SORRY!  VOD and OG nasty won't find this funny.!!

Sandra 🧑‍🦰

[SamReomo]

I’m starting to suspect you’re an alt account of OddJobsForBitcoin and only throwing around baseless accusations to deflect.

You're 100% wrong with your understanding. How could you even think that a reputed member like Lucius needs to own an alt account which's useless? OddJobsForBitcoin hasn't contributed anything to the forum while on other hand Lucius is a known member of the community who has contributed a lot to the community. I suggest you to be careful while making such assumptions.

[Dont Trust Verify]

I’m starting to suspect you’re an alt account of OddJobsForBitcoin and only throwing around baseless accusations to deflect.

You're 100% wrong with your understanding. How could you even think that a reputed member like Lucius needs to own an alt account which's useless? OddJobsForBitcoin hasn't contributed anything to the forum while on other hand Lucius is a known member of the community who has contributed a lot to the community. I suggest you to be careful while making such assumptions.

You’re missing the point. I have no evidence at all, neither does Lucius when he accused Ben Codie. He pulled this idea out of thin air and when asked for more evidence he basically just admits it’s a gut feeling based on the flimsiest and unsubstantial reasoning. I could also accuse you of being an alt account of OddJobs. Why? Because OddJobs made a statement about having alt accounts and now you’re also talking about alt accounts. Pretty damn suspicious if you ask me.

then for me that is enough for justified suspicion that it is possibly the same person.

[SamReomo]

I could also accuse you of being an alt account of OddJobs. Why? Because OddJobs made a statement about having alt accounts and now you’re also talking about alt accounts. Pretty damn suspicious if you ask me.

Your assumption is totally wrong, you're trying to say that anyone who talks about alt accounts is that OddJobs right? In fact, if you have been part of this forum then you might have seen many reputed members who have talked about alt accounts, and some of them even found out alts of the members with multiple accounts. For your information, I don't have an alt account on this forum and I will never need one.

Your words seem misleading to me, who knows that you might be another alt of that OddJobs? You are talking a lot about the alt account thing, that sounds very shady to me, and there's a chance that you might be an alt of that guy or someone else.

[BenCodie]

I like the wide range of opinions. Thank you for those who left feedback on the idea while following the thread rules

I'm not married to this idea and I was curious about the results when put simply and without bias. The community has spoken, so I'll lock the thread!