From 50 Members to 230?!?

Ωmega Man · 08-27-2019, 04:51 AM

This seems to have happened in a matter of days! I'm glad we're getting some new people but... where they all at?!

Andrew NDB · 08-27-2019, 06:40 AM

They're largely Russian bots. Some of them are legit... but it's a slow vetting process. I'm wondering how they defeat the challenge questions.

Michael Heide · 08-27-2019, 06:40 AM

Did the mass unbanning increase those numbers?

Andrew NDB · 08-27-2019, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Michael Heide

Did the mass unbanning increase those numbers?

Only 3 people seemed to have returned to active or semi-active posting status after that.

Michael Heide · 08-27-2019, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andrew NDB

They're largely Russian bots. Some of them are legit... but it's a slow vetting process. I'm wondering how they defeat the challenge questions.

I mean, Ionfan somehow found his way in, so...

Space Cop · 08-27-2019, 04:24 PM

What counts as an active member? Is it just a single post in a certain amount of time (a month or something)? Because even some of those 50 are not exactly chatty.

Mister Ed · 08-27-2019, 05:32 PM

It may not even require posts. "Active" might be based off visits. I know I don't feel like I post all that often, but I visit multiple times a day.

LanternAlgae · 08-27-2019, 05:47 PM

Am I a Russian bot?

Nyet!!!!

Space Cop · 08-27-2019, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by LanternAlgae

Am I a Russian bot?

Nyet!!!!

I don't know. I suspect you colluded in the election of Trump bot.

Big Daddy Dave Skywalker · 08-27-2019, 08:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andrew NDB

They're largely Russian bots. Some of them are legit... but it's a slow vetting process. I'm wondering how they defeat the challenge questions.

Ha! I told you!

Jeff · 09-04-2019, 06:41 PM

I was actually going to send you a PM, Dave, about the forum....I know I've been largely absent for the last 3 years due to gaming addiction, and all of a sudden show up 4 days ago posting again (battling gaming addiction), but man, are people even aware this forum exists anymore? Aside from the tried and true posters that we usually see contributing to the forum.

Big Daddy Dave Skywalker · 09-04-2019, 08:30 PM

Most of the posters have drifted away, but many of the old regulars at least pop their heads in once in a blue moon. Part of it is the decline of message boards with social media reigning supreme, and the other big factor is that Green Lantern is in the midst of another lull in popularity. We may never see the frenzy that we did leading up to the 2011 movie, but if you think about it, most of the fans that came in and out during that time were pretty much fair weather fans. It's like anything else that is a cozy little niche corner that loyal fanboys keep afloat; popularity is a double edged sword. Johnny Come Latelys are good for business, but aren't there when the party is over.

LanternAlgae · 09-04-2019, 09:00 PM

I blame The Big Bang Theory.

Space Cop · 09-04-2019, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Daddy Dave Skywalker

Most of the posters have drifted away, but many of the old regulars at least pop their heads in once in a blue moon. Part of it is the decline of message boards with social media reigning supreme . . .

Huh. You and I both avoid social media. It would be interesting to see if a lot of the more frequent visitors are not very active on Facebook or Instagram.

Quote:

Originally Posted by LanternAlgae

I blame The Big Bang Theory.

Well, in that case, I blame entropy and the slow heat death of the universe. Or were you speaking of some other Big Bang Theory?

Jeff · 09-05-2019, 01:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Daddy Dave Skywalker

Most of the posters have drifted away, but many of the old regulars at least pop their heads in once in a blue moon. Part of it is the decline of message boards with social media reigning supreme, and the other big factor is that Green Lantern is in the midst of another lull in popularity.

Maybe DC should shit out another crappy movie based on this specific character like Fox does with the Fantastic Four. It will be the the dawn of the prequel haters all over again. Good times👍

Trey Strain · 09-19-2019, 08:30 PM

What precipitated this? Are they testing the defenses of web sites, preparing for a nationwide invasion during next year's elections?

Andrew NDB · 09-19-2019, 08:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trey Strain

What precipitated this? Are they testing the defenses of web sites, preparing for a nationwide invasion during next year's elections?

Today, the Green Lantern Corps Message Board. Tomorrow, the world!

Trey Strain · 09-25-2019, 03:38 PM

It's strange to come here and see six or seven bots logged in.

Sylent_Asassin · 09-27-2019, 11:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Michael Heide

Did the mass unbanning increase those numbers?

Mass unbanning? I have been gone a while. So, those couple of guys who ripped off other members in the toy forum have been reinstated? I won't name them, but we know who they are.

Trey Strain · 10-06-2019, 03:12 PM

Anyone whose Biography says "Man" is a bot.

LanternAlgae · 10-11-2019, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trey Strain

Anyone whose Biography says "Man" is a bot.

Man, what are you talking about, man?

Dosvedanya!

Trey Strain · 10-14-2019, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LanternAlgae

Man, what are you talking about, man?

Dosvedanya!

I'm talking about this. Click on "About Me."

http://www.thegreenlanterncorps.com/...er.php?u=12886

Bob Sachs · 11-14-2019, 01:08 AM

Impressive growth. WOW!!!

08-27-2019, 04:51 AM	#1
Ωmega Man Guardian of the Universe Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: East TN Posts: 12,306 Blog Entries: 3	From 50 Members to 230?!? This seems to have happened in a matter of days! I'm glad we're getting some new people but... where they all at?! __________________ New Chapter is up FINALLY! Sorry for the delays...

08-27-2019, 06:40 AM	#2
Andrew NDB Shot Caller Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Evergreen State Posts: 14,246 Blog Entries: 5	They're largely Russian bots. Some of them are legit... but it's a slow vetting process. I'm wondering how they defeat the challenge questions. __________________ FLATHEAD \| Highlander: Dark Places \| Granite Falls \| Highlander: Hans Kirschner \| The Hal & Kyle Show

08-27-2019, 04:24 PM	#6
Space Cop The Dandy Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: The Third State Posts: 26,896 Blog Entries: 2	What counts as an active member? Is it just a single post in a certain amount of time (a month or something)? Because even some of those 50 are not exactly chatty. __________________ For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. —Isaiah 9:6

08-27-2019, 05:32 PM	#7
Mister Ed Horse of a Different Color Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 14,746	It may not even require posts. "Active" might be based off visits. I know I don't feel like I post all that often, but I visit multiple times a day. __________________

09-04-2019, 06:41 PM	#11
Jeff Guardian of the Universe Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gobotron Posts: 8,913 Blog Entries: 6	I was actually going to send you a PM, Dave, about the forum....I know I've been largely absent for the last 3 years due to gaming addiction, and all of a sudden show up 4 days ago posting again (battling gaming addiction), but man, are people even aware this forum exists anymore? Aside from the tried and true posters that we usually see contributing to the forum. __________________

08-27-2019, 06:40 AM	#3
Michael Heide Heide Finition Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Cologne, Germany Posts: 11,966	Did the mass unbanning increase those numbers?

08-27-2019, 05:47 PM	#8
LanternAlgae Major Force's Dinner Date Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 89	Am I a Russian bot? Nyet!!!!

09-04-2019, 08:30 PM	#12
Big Daddy Dave Skywalker Moisture Farmer Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: At Toshi Station picking up some power converters Posts: 16,533	Most of the posters have drifted away, but many of the old regulars at least pop their heads in once in a blue moon. Part of it is the decline of message boards with social media reigning supreme, and the other big factor is that Green Lantern is in the midst of another lull in popularity. We may never see the frenzy that we did leading up to the 2011 movie, but if you think about it, most of the fans that came in and out during that time were pretty much fair weather fans. It's like anything else that is a cozy little niche corner that loyal fanboys keep afloat; popularity is a double edged sword. Johnny Come Latelys are good for business, but aren't there when the party is over. __________________

09-04-2019, 09:00 PM	#13
LanternAlgae Major Force's Dinner Date Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 89	I blame The Big Bang Theory.

09-19-2019, 08:30 PM	#16
Trey Strain Guardian of the Universe Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10,782	What precipitated this? Are they testing the defenses of web sites, preparing for a nationwide invasion during next year's elections?

09-25-2019, 03:38 PM	#18
Trey Strain Guardian of the Universe Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10,782	It's strange to come here and see six or seven bots logged in.

10-06-2019, 03:12 PM	#20
Trey Strain Guardian of the Universe Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10,782	Anyone whose Biography says "Man" is a bot.

11-14-2019, 01:08 AM	#23
Bob Sachs Voice of Guy Gardner Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Spa City, AR (USA) Posts: 2,783	Impressive growth. WOW!!! __________________

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