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 Posted: 16-Sep-2006 12:35 Post subject: Bar & Grill Categories/Forums |
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Ok, I'm working on setting up the Bar & Grill for the new layout, and want to take the opportunity to modify the categories and forums as needed. So I'm looking for input.
The baseline is our current setup. What do you think is not needed or what do you think should be added. I can tell you the Deck Builder category as well as the betting one will go away. The PBEM one will remain but will be hidden to everyone. With that, I'll be more willing to let others use my site for running their games as the forums can be hidden.
I'd like feedback. This is your chance to shape the B&G to what you want. Remember though, not all comments will be implemented. 
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Sleeping Dragon
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| Posted: 16-Sep-2006 13:43 Post subject: RE: Bar & Grill Categories/Forums |
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I know nothing about mod's roundtable, but I don't think that it is needed for those who don't have access to it.
Deck builder forums... I don't play BT cards, but maybe that these forums would be absorbed by general discussion, or general gaming, not vanishing entirely.
Non-Classic BattleTech Forums...
Well, maybe fusing the announcements and enhancements forums. And maybe adding News and Headlines to them... (I think that this wouldn't create one fairly frequented category, rather than three rarely visited).
Play by e-mail...
I wonder if they wouldn't be hidden as a subcategory in general gaming - read only for those who aren't members, just to allow those who are curious (me  ) to see what's happening there.
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chihawk
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| Posted: 16-Sep-2006 14:21 Post subject: RE: Bar & Grill Categories/Forums |
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On 2006-09-16 13:43, Sleeping Dragon wrote:
I know nothing about mod's roundtable, but I don't think that it is needed for those who don't have access to it.
Deck builder forums... I don't play BT cards, but maybe that these forums would be absorbed by general discussion, or general gaming, not vanishing entirely.
Non-Classic BattleTech Forums...
Well, maybe fusing the announcements and enhancements forums. And maybe adding News and Headlines to them... (I think that this wouldn't create one fairly frequented category, rather than three rarely visited).
Play by e-mail...
I wonder if they wouldn't be hidden as a subcategory in general gaming - read only for those who aren't members, just to allow those who are curious (me ) to see what's happening there.
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It's a safe bet that any forum that you don't have access too will be hidden from you...
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chihawk
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| Posted: 16-Sep-2006 14:46 Post subject: RE: Bar & Grill Categories/Forums |
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Just tossing this out there... (bold are "new" or separated forums)
CBT forums:
General Discussion
Design Submissions
Miniatures and Terrain
Games and Gatherings
Mordel's Bar and Grill
CBT Fiction
CCG
Inner Sphere forum
Clan forum
Merc forum
General Gaming:
Board Games
Role Playing Games
CCG
Video/Computer Games
Gaming Fiction
Off Topic forums:
General Off Topic
Sports
Movies, Books, and other Entertainment
Non-gaming Fiction
Site Forums:
Announcements
News and Headlines
Site Bugs and Enhancements
Forum technical questions
PBeM:
As needed
Mature Forums:
Saloon (politics, etc)
Speakeasy ("adult" content)
Mod's Forum (hidden)
If an automated system can be created for wagering credits we could reopen the Sportsbook.
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| Posted: 16-Sep-2006 23:25 Post subject: RE: Bar & Grill Categories/Forums |
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I agree with Chihawk on this 100%.
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| Posted: 17-Sep-2006 17:14 Post subject: COME ON GUYS!!!! |
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47 Views, 3 replies to the question.
The Great God Mordel has commanded his minions speak to him on this issue...SPEAK!
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| Posted: 17-Sep-2006 17:16 Post subject: RE: COME ON GUYS!!!! |
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Maybe I was just missing the booming voice.
I'm going with your suggestion so far.
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| Posted: 17-Sep-2006 17:46 Post subject: RE: COME ON GUYS!!!! |
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On 2006-09-17 17:16, Mordel wrote:
Maybe I was just missing the booming voice.
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I think they are cowering in fear...you speak directly to the minions so infrequently they may be too shocked to speak.
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I'm going with your suggestion so far.
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| Posted: 17-Sep-2006 19:34 Post subject: RE: COME ON GUYS!!!! |
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I think that with keeping with the "Bar and Grill" theme that the forums should have specific titles:
maybe you could even render a 3-d picture of the B&G with hot links to each section
Mordel's Bar and Grill
Bar= Battletech General Discussion Forum
Grill=Announcements/News & Headlines/Site Bugs & Enhancements
Holo-Vids=Computer/Video Game Forum
Mech Pod Simulators=Cons /Gatherings / Challenges
Mordel’s Office= Moderator’s Forum
VIP Lounge=Mature/Political Content Forum
Cigar Lounge=Adult Content Forum
Kitchen=Off Topic Forum
Video Juke Box= Fan Fiction Forum
Billiard Room=General Gaming (non-Battletech) Forum
NightClub= Miniatures & Miniatures Forum
Keno= Collectible Card games/Collectible Miniature games
Lurch= Forum Technical Questions
Lav=?????
I honestly don't think you need to split the forums into so many specific sub-forums.
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| Posted: 17-Sep-2006 20:16 Post subject: RE: COME ON GUYS!!!! |
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On 2006-09-17 19:34, Horhiro wrote:
I honestly don't think you need to split the forums into so many specific sub-forums.
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Well, one thing I've noticed is the more specific a forum is the more likely you are to attract people that like to talk about that topic. It is harder for the folks that like to read every thread, but overall it's better for a message board to attract people that may not be interested in culling through pages of threads looking for one topic that interests them.
Having separated forums also allows for more hits on searches, which will also attract more people to the forum.
Mordel's used to be THE spot for Battletech conversations, and I think with just the few changes Scott is talking about and a few tweaks to the forums there's no reason this site can't be #3 behind CBT and BC.
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| Posted: 18-Sep-2006 02:25 Post subject: RE: Bar & Grill Categories/Forums |
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I would have suggested a place to recruit people for games and a painting guide, but you've got that covered. Your categories look good chihawk
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Sleeping Dragon
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| Posted: 18-Sep-2006 06:03 Post subject: RE: Bar & Grill Categories/Forums |
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Good for me, and for you as well
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| Posted: 18-Sep-2006 13:52 Post subject: RE: Bar & Grill Categories/Forums |
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Yeah after looking at Chihawks list again. the only thing I might suggest is a Mech yard section in the miniture section. Mabey somewhere we can commission someone to do a paint job for us. Or even sell minitures.
Now before you blast me, I AM NOT SURE IF THIS IS EVEN LEGAL FOR MORDEL TO DO, AND IF HE EVEN WANTS TO ADD THIS, AND OPEN UP THIS CAN OF WORMS.
it is just a suggestion.
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chihawk
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| Posted: 18-Sep-2006 14:09 Post subject: RE: Bar & Grill Categories/Forums |
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On 2006-09-18 13:52, Stinger wrote:
Yeah after looking at Chihawks list again. the only thing I might suggest is a Mech yard section in the miniture section. Mabey somewhere we can commission someone to do a paint job for us. Or even sell minitures.
Now before you blast me, I AM NOT SURE IF THIS IS EVEN LEGAL FOR MORDEL TO DO, AND IF HE EVEN WANTS TO ADD THIS, AND OPEN UP THIS CAN OF WORMS.
it is just a suggestion.
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Can I blast you for typing in caps like that?
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| Posted: 18-Sep-2006 15:54 Post subject: RE: COME ON GUYS!!!! |
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I like the look and feel of this. When you put your cursor over it then it can give more detail of what it is.
Problem with too many segments is it may feel restricting to some. So which part do I put my post in? And what happens as the topic drifts? Or like me, I look about 4 segments consistently, so even more breakdowns may make it rough for me and others to give a damn.
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