Reminders on posting in the SSB board.

Alt-accounts

There've been a few reports of people having alternate accounts being used mainly on this board. As such, IP addresses will be checked from time to time, and unless you have a family member with the same IP address, it'll be banned (usually the one with either less posts, or the one with a more-recent registration date). Please don't create alt. accounts just to flame people, regardless of whether their opinions are right or not

If it doesn't relate to Super Smash Bros, leave it elsewhere

A few users have requested assistance with a new sig from time to time, and while I'm sure many of you love showing off your artistic talent, this board isn't the place to do it. While it may be Smash related, it still remains art, making this board a wrong place for it. The same goes for fanfics. While they may involve elements related to SSB, it's still essentially another form of writing.

Threads unrelating to SSB (or more closely related to writing/art) will be moved to a more suitable board, locked, or deleted, depending on the situation.

Opinions vs. Flaming

A common ground of confusion between users is the definition of sharing your opinions and flaming someone. IF your opinion is negative, but you have something to back it up, it typically won't be labeled as flaming (try and make these opinions not directed towards users, and in general, attempt to avoid swearing, even if it's censored). IF your opinion does nothing but insult someone with no evidence and such, it'll then be considered flaming, and possibly resulting in a temporary ban based on the severity.

Everyone is more then welcome to freely share their opinions, but if you're aiming to insult someone, please don't simply say "They suck" (this applies to thread titles as well as posts). This is NOT meant to mean flaming is encouraged, but is a way you can avoid making it seem like you're breaking the rules if you're only giving your thoughts on something.

Duplicate Threads

While it was a more-common issue on the Forum Help board on the original NSider, make sure to check for any official/general thread about whatever it is you're getting ready to make a thread about. Fortunately, the post below contains numerous links to general discussion threads, making it a nice place to visit, just in case. Keep in mind the post (and this thread) will be updated periodically as new threads capable of being utilized come about, and new board issues start to surface (you're also welcome to create a general thread about whatever hasn't been covered already, and ask a Knight to edit it into the post directly below this one).

In most cases, duplicate threads will be locked, with a link provided to a thread already covering the topic. Again, check around for any general threads before making one of your own, just in case.

Spoilers

SSBB spoilers may be posted without spoiler warnings in the SSBB board ONLY. If a spoiler is posted elsewhere on the forums, a spoiler tag is required.

Non-Text spoilers ARE allowed in Sigs and Avatars. No text spoilers will be allowed in sigs, even if it has a spoiler tag.

No more then a 2 day ban will be given for each offense.

Sigs/Icons

While not an overly-dramatic issue on this board (which I'm personally quite glad of), it doesn't hurt to give a reminder of the sig dimensions, which are still 500 pixels (width) and 250 pixels (height). Icons also remain 150 by 150, which is, in case you forgot, a lot more then what it was on NSider.

You won't be punished if your sig/icon goes over the limits by a difference of around 50 pixels (height or width), but if it causes an obvious change in the screen, you'll probably be sent a PM. You'll also be sent a PM if your sig/icon has been removed, which'll typically only happen if the content breaks a more hardened rule of the board or of NSider2. If you aren't sent a PM, send one yourself.

Rankism

Rankism WON'T be tolerated here, and elsewhere. Depending on the situation at hand will reflect how it gets handled.

Clan threads

All clan threads are now held in a sub-forum specifically created for them, and will only be moved back here if the rules have been broken too many times. In addition, clan threads are now placed under their own strict set of rules, which can be read by visiting the clans board. Lastly, no new clan threads can be created at all.

Need help?

If you've got a question on anything, don't be afraid to PM Ultra_Luigi, or any other staff member. We don't bite, contrary to popular belief.

Thanks much for your cooperation!



This post has been edited by Deoxic: Sep 20 2008, 10:09 PM

Thread index

Here's a list of threads you might find generally interesting, and those that have a number of helpful tips related to Brawl, and Smash Bros in general. Most of these were pinned at one point or another, and most threads that get pinned temporarily will likely be added to the list below.

Take note that threads that weren't (or aren't going to be) floated can still be added to the list, and if they were/are floated, the duration of the float largely depends on the purpose the thread serves, and its activity, in some cases.

If you have a thread you think can be added to the list, feel free to PM a mod with the link.

A Guide to Advanced Techs in Melee

Sakurai's Journal: Revived

Reference Guide to Sakurai's journal, interviews, and 2001 Melee Poll results

Updates: Favorites & Site Discussions

Official Smash Bros. Magazine headquarters

Nsider2 Smash Bros. Music Roster

Official Smash Bros Live Chat

Super Smash Bros. Glitch Thread

The Unoficial List of Brawl Content Thread

List of Downloadable SSBB songs

Mock Stage Editor Listing

NS2 Directory Thread

The Lag-Free Wifi Guide

Stage Editor Layout Thread

Brawl Album Index

Subspace Emissary Trophy Guide

The Brawl Tourney Info Thread

Smash Term/Tech Compendium

Ok, enjoy!

This post has been edited by PXD: Jul 17 2008, 10:20 PM

A word to the wise; if you idiots are going to keep making alt accounts (and I know you will), at least make it less obvious for Christ's sake. Things aren't nearly as fun that way. Go post on other boards, get your post count up elsewhere and at least make me less suspicious. If you just come in here as Cappies you're basically flagging yourself to be bent over and be forcefully violated by the Staff's banhammer. Just because I know some of you people fairly well doesn't mean I won't hesitate in the least in disciplining your dumb asses.

No, I'm not going to encourage making alts. But I don't want to ban some of the regulars for good either so I'm going to be lenient about it. Stop making alts, and stop doing stupid shit that gets your normal account suspended in the first place. Now that I'm looking over this place I plan to cut you some slack, but it won't work if you're constantly shitting all over the rules at every turn. Help me to help you, help me to help you, help me to help you, is any of this sticking yet?

Also, as for clan wars and those kinds of threads, don't hesitate to discuss how much you enjoyed kicking said player's ass and how he can improve, blah blah blah Brawl discussion. Just don't let them turn into mindless chat threads, otherwise I won't mind people making them.

Remember, this is the SSB Board, not Power On. If you want do discuss how you've knocked up another user and are currently going through a bitter divorce and custody dispute, take it there. They won't bite.