Hello all, this is NOT a suggestion; but a list of popular megathreads which I have noticed in suggestions. They all do various things and actually improve and organize the suggestions forum. It is due to this that I will post this in an attempt to help everyone out.
What is a megathread? Megathread defined in the spoiler below
A megathread is a comprehensive thread relating to a single topic. An appendix/glossary/databank related to a single suggestion/specific-concept.
It's an unusual twist. I actually like calling them "primal threads" because they are the way I think threads were originally intended to work.
There's a few reasons for it, and I'll list the few off the top of my head.
It cuts on crap/clutter - if all threads were megathreads, the bloat on suggestions would go from enormous to trivial. We'd go from 100,000+ unique threads to about 500~1000. That's a 99% gain on efficiency.
It has full representation - The beautiful part here is that nothing would be lost. All POVs are accounted for, and each member has their space to talk.
There's less rule-spam - Its far easier to navigate and find specific terms given a scope so long as OP is well-organized. This means less "WISHLIST" and less "USE SEARCH" or "ALREADY SUGGESTED!"
There's far less thread/idea redundancy - We'd still have obligatory snowflakes, but these can be referenced to megathreads and locked; within each megathread, ideas are less likely to be recursed, especially if OP is a jerk like me and adamantly refused to give credit to redundant posts. If there's a perceived nothing to gain from posting a suggestion that's already suggested, the likelihood to support an existing implementation rises.
There'd be no thread necro - Since a megathread is by-and-large an official source for information; it remains ALWAYS current so long as its objectives are still in scope of the game (obviously an "add wolves" megathread would be dead by now since they're part of the game.) Since redundant threads would be locked/merged into a megathread; there'd be no possibility that it could be bumped. This makes everyone's life a lot easier.
Much more convenient and focused search for ideas - Even if OP is no longer able/willing to maintain the megathread, it can still aggregate posts/views, and it's far easier to search for a specific implementation in a single thread (should it exist) than month/year old posts. This makes megathreads a very useful and viable resource even if it's no longer maintained.
You HAVE BEEN WARNED - If you see a megathread relating to an idea and you make a new thread/suggestion about the same thing, you should not (at all) be surprised when it gets locked for redundancy, especially if the megathread is sitting on page 1 for your perusal.
The trolls/flamers are easier to spot/contain and less damaging - With everything being megathreaded, the damage a troll/flamer could do would be localized to a single thread, this means that moderators would be able to lock->ban/warn->delete->unlock far more easily. Individual threads would also stick out like a sore thumb, and if they're redundant in nature anyway, they'd likely be locked simply because of other rule violations and easier to prune; essentially, they'd arguably make a sec-mod's life a lot easier.
Effectively, megathreads are the way (I think) threads are supposed to be in the first place; which is why I call them "primal/proto threads". Placing them under a grandiose super-affix (x10^6) is a bit misleading in my opinion as they're more of an idea scenario. I'd like to call a megathread a "thread" and have the regular threads you see called a "microthread" instead of the current terminology.
Please keep in mind that I nowhere require people to post here, but I do recommend newcoming posters and veteran posters alike to visit here as a hub for the megathreads.
WANT TO MAKE A MEGATHREAD?!
No, you don't.
However, if you see a need where you actually HAVE TO despite the annoyance of maintenance then follow these rules:
1) Make sure the megathread doesn't already exists.
2) Make sure the megathread is specific enough to include the breadth of discussion (wolves, sammiches, etc) OR make sure the megathread acts as a far more organized list than could be provided by these forums alone.
3) Make sure you're willing to maintain/update on a REGULAR basis to keep the megathread as an official thread.
"But Yoshi, I really do wanna make a megathread." -- STOP LYING. I don't care if you lie to me, but the absolute worst thing you can do is lie to yourself!
HOW TO DIRECT LINK TO AN INDIVIDUAL POST WITHIN A THREAD:
In the upper-right hand corner of each post is a thick teal bar. This rests directly above each post. This is the specific ID of the individual post. Right-click->copy url. Then use this to link directly to the post from OP/anywhere.
I'm explaining it here, right now. Remember this. If you need clarification, you can find it right here.
I will take the initiative and post some of the megathreads related to the most requested suggestions.
CONSOLES Megathread for all consoles - yoshi9048
This thread is mostly useless at the moment due to Nintendo being the only company not onboard. However, it's not totally dead as time will reveal more consoles and more whining kids whining to have MC on their whiny console.
CURRENCY MEGATHREAD has been removed. Testificates and emeralds are a thing.
I am the bone of my sword
Steel is my body, and fire is my blood
I have created over a thousand blades
Unknown to death, Nor known to life
Have withstood pain to create many weapons
Yet, those hands will never hold anything
So as I pray, Unlimited Blade Works
Thank ye ever so kindly for yon generous contribution to mine thread. As stated, I will attempt to keep on top of this topic and continuously improve it with more megathreads.
I have already made a formal request to pin this. It'll take the forum admins to approve it. SpitefulFox, as sec mod, has already shown positive note toward this but it requires elevated moderation to approve a sticky.
I believe that is a problem. Still, it can serve as a repository.
Perhaps merge it with another existing wolf megathread (there's two) and give control to the other thread holder?
Also, I have seen another megathread megathread from AMOE1st (dunno how I missed it). Perhaps merge the two threads as I don't want to selfishly take the limelight here.
I've added the megathreads from AMOE1ST that you didn't already have and closed his old megathread. If you have any nomination for the new Wolf Thread, feel free to link it to me.
While good, I don't generally like megathreads. The already posted thread is, and should be treated as the ultimate megathread. It kind of becomes redundant, as the megathreads are for organizing similar ideas which are already organized in the already posted section.
Edit: I realized that the already posted section hasn't been updated in a month. What a shame.
While good, I don't generally like megathreads. The already posted thread is, and should be treated as the ultimate megathread. It kind of becomes redundant, as the megathreads are for organizing similar ideas which are already organized in the already posted section.
Edit: I realized that the already posted section hasn't been updated in a month. What a shame.
Kira and Ygdrasel no longer frequent the forum for their own various reasons. I state that these threads should exist at the same time, except the APT is for more diffuse and hard-to-find affairs and the megathreads are for obvious and frequently suggested topics to make it less of a pain.
If you have any nomination for the new Wolf Thread, feel free to link it to me.
I will leave this open for debate. The other megathread I saw was not very thread, let alone mega >_>.
If anyone wishes to take over Ygdrasel's megathread, post here or PM me and I'll add you to a new vote in OP. This way SpitefulFox or other admins can quickly see the fan favorite for new OP.
Personally, I decline as I've given myself plenty on my plate. I don't want to overwhelm myself and feel I am already approaching a limit on what I can handle and update on a reasonable schedule.
Kira and Ygdrasel no longer frequent the forum for their own various reasons.
Personally, I decline as I've given myself plenty on my plate. I don't want to overwhelm myself and feel I am already approaching a limit on what I can handle and update on a reasonable schedule.
1. New OP? They will be missed, some more then others, due to ygs tendency to be awfully blunt. But he will be missed.
2. I could do that. I have *checks what I have to do* absolutely nothing.
Hello all, this is NOT a suggestion; but a list of popular megathreads which I have noticed in suggestions. They all do various things and actually improve and organize the suggestions forum. It is due to this that I will post this in an attempt to help everyone out.
What is a megathread? Megathread defined in the spoiler below
A megathread is a comprehensive thread relating to a single topic. An appendix/glossary/databank related to a single suggestion/specific-concept.
It's an unusual twist. I actually like calling them "primal threads" because they are the way I think threads were originally intended to work.
There's a few reasons for it, and I'll list the few off the top of my head.
Please keep in mind that I nowhere require people to post here, but I do recommend newcoming posters and veteran posters alike to visit here as a hub for the megathreads.
WANT TO MAKE A MEGATHREAD?!
However, if you see a need where you actually HAVE TO despite the annoyance of maintenance then follow these rules:
1) Make sure the megathread doesn't already exists.
2) Make sure the megathread is specific enough to include the breadth of discussion (wolves, sammiches, etc) OR make sure the megathread acts as a far more organized list than could be provided by these forums alone.
3) Make sure you're willing to maintain/update on a REGULAR basis to keep the megathread as an official thread.
"But Yoshi, I really do wanna make a megathread." -- STOP LYING. I don't care if you lie to me, but the absolute worst thing you can do is lie to yourself!
HOW TO DIRECT LINK TO AN INDIVIDUAL POST WITHIN A THREAD:
In the upper-right hand corner of each post is a thick teal bar. This rests directly above each post. This is the specific ID of the individual post. Right-click->copy url. Then use this to link directly to the post from OP/anywhere.
I'm explaining it here, right now. Remember this. If you need clarification, you can find it right here.
I will take the initiative and post some of the megathreads related to the most requested suggestions.
Thanks again for your time.
ART
Paint Megathread - halo3madmod
BIOMES AND MAP GENERATION
World Generation Megathread - badprenup
Oceancraft - quertyz
CONSOLES
Megathread for all consoles - yoshi9048
This thread is mostly useless at the moment due to Nintendo being the only company not onboard. However, it's not totally dead as time will reveal more consoles and more whining kids whining to have MC on their whiny console.
CURRENCY MEGATHREAD has been removed. Testificates and emeralds are a thing.
DIMENSIONS AND REALMS
Realms Megathread - SpitefulFox
ENCHANTING
Enchanting Megathread - yoshi9048 (just added)
FARMING
Farmcraft - jampp
FOOD
Apples - themohawkninja
GUI
GUI/Interface - Zanderboycherry/Walt_Disney_II
JOKING
Bad ideas Thread - Mystify
BLOCKS
Obsidian Megathread - yoshi9048
MAPS
Map Megathread - themohawkninja
MACHINERY
Machinery - themohawkninja
REALISTIC MODE
Realistic Mode Mega Thread - MrNomNoms
REDSTONE
Redstone Megathread - TheEvilM
Redstone I/O - TheLastQestion
TRAPS
Trapcraft- MrHalholhel
WEAPONS
Weapons Megathread - kira
The Official Gun Megathread (use this one primarily, use below should this be swallowed by Nidhoggr again - tonsOphun
New Official Guns Megathread (use this one should above be swallowed by the great net-serpant. - BadPrenup
WISHLISTS
The Ultimate Wishlist - maintained and merged into by SpitefulFox
WOLVES
Wolf Megathread - ygdrasel
VEHICLES
Vehicle Megathread - Gkardos
NOTE: If I have missed any, please let me know in PM and I will attempt to fix it here.
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I am the bone of my sword
Steel is my body, and fire is my blood
I have created over a thousand blades
Unknown to death, Nor known to life
Have withstood pain to create many weapons
Yet, those hands will never hold anything
So as I pray, Unlimited Blade Works
Thank ye ever so kindly for yon generous contribution to mine thread. As stated, I will attempt to keep on top of this topic and continuously improve it with more megathreads.
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Yoshi, you're a genius.
Edit: This should be pinned
I reckon it's a matter of time.
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I wish I was in this :C
Perhaps merge it with another existing wolf megathread (there's two) and give control to the other thread holder?
Also, I have seen another megathread megathread from AMOE1st (dunno how I missed it). Perhaps merge the two threads as I don't want to selfishly take the limelight here.
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Edit: I realized that the already posted section hasn't been updated in a month. What a shame.
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Kira and Ygdrasel no longer frequent the forum for their own various reasons. I state that these threads should exist at the same time, except the APT is for more diffuse and hard-to-find affairs and the megathreads are for obvious and frequently suggested topics to make it less of a pain.
I will leave this open for debate. The other megathread I saw was not very thread, let alone mega >_>.
If anyone wishes to take over Ygdrasel's megathread, post here or PM me and I'll add you to a new vote in OP. This way SpitefulFox or other admins can quickly see the fan favorite for new OP.
Personally, I decline as I've given myself plenty on my plate. I don't want to overwhelm myself and feel I am already approaching a limit on what I can handle and update on a reasonable schedule.
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UNOFFICIAL POSTING GUIDE (PRT)
UNOFFICIAL REPLYING GUIDE (FTC)
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By balance, do you mean make it totally worthless?
Ah... guns. While I would normally criticize it, I guess we need someplace for people to make their often shunned gun suggestions.
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1. New OP? They will be missed, some more then others, due to ygs tendency to be awfully blunt. But he will be missed.
2. I could do that. I have *checks what I have to do* absolutely nothing.
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Strange, how could I have missed that? I need sleep...
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By balance, do you mean make it totally worthless?