Why is it ok? (actions of particular moderators)

This was in the sword forum

Should mods be doing this

 

Not in those exact words, but I ran into Karda the first day I joined Blade Forums. I too recieved an infraction for voicing information. After supplying evidence to back up my words, he continued to heckle me in the post. He made it clear to me then, and from posts after, when Karda is involved, there is no discussion...it's his way or the highway. I took my complaint to Spark and it sort of disipated from there.

 

Pretty good take IMHO

 

I used to purchase HI products but after being harassed by a HI moderator I refuse to do so. I even refrain from posting there anymore.

 

Hi Kohai,

I also thought your post was a bit harsh. I have nothing against you but if you read it there is nothing constructive at all in the original post. I also thought it important it was shown in this thread (as it is quite relevant).

-- Your post --

Why, just why?

I'm sure it handles very, very nice, and does it's job well, but it is exceedingly unappealing aesthetically....or....so ugly it's cute, but not really?

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson

-- end your comments --

While you did say later that you didn't like the forge marks with the satin as a lot of other people did, I thought your first comment wasn't helpful and was demeaning of his work.

The written word can always be misconstrued and I don't want to get in the middle of your stoush with Karma.

I have no ulterior motive and nothing against you. I have been guilty of writing posts I have then changed as at the time I responded quite abruptly without considering the implications of my words.

 

I haven't been around much so maybe I'm confused by lack of back story or what not, but what exactly in STeven's post in that thread was so rude and harsh so as to etc. etc.? As if one man's opinion could harm a maker's business. C'mon now, that strikes me as exaggeration and, it seems to me, it rather obviously wasn't his post that caused any derailment.

When I first joined here STeven was almost ruthless when he saw something he did not like; that post is tame by comparison. I don't think he is abrasive though. If anything, he has sharpened his tongue along with his knives and, in my opinion, any maker with skin more resilient than delicate lace could potentially refine his skills and grow his business by considering what he has to say. Seems more likely than his post derailing that thread, in any event.

 

Perhaps if one cannot handle a critique of their critiquing it is better to consider your critiques more carefully or there are other places for them to be posted? It matters not that one gets paid to do a job, there are plenty of people in this world whom get paid to do jobs that they are less than qualified for. There are also plenty of people whom do not get paid for their efforts when they are qualified and can do the job honestly, considerately and without ego playing a part in it.

 

Whoever is the moderator for the custom/handmade section should be someone who is actively involved, or at least interested,, not someone that is disengaged, absent.

I find this statement suspect. Given the fact that Karda posted in only one thread (see below) in the custom/handmade section, and none other in the search history. i wonder, Why this thread? , except that there is a business interest connection, as mentioned. So, as i read it, it wasnt truly acting as a "regular member" posting comments in the thread, besides how is this possible when handing out infractions and warnings. Three or four of us were told to clam up.

This is Karda's other singular post in custom/handmade:
(Snody knives thread)

"10-31-2012, 12:49 AM #26 Karda
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This is just wonderful.
As usual this little corner of the forum again generates more drama than it deserves.
It's also unfortunate that this forum hasnt gained any wisdom from the past, i had thought that we here had grown past the attitudes that so far has done this forum and custom knifemaking no favors.

Since this topic is so far off it's original mark and has turned into exercise in futility.
Thread closed.
Last edited by Karda; 11-01-12"

My question stands, why not have someone in this position that is more involved in the subforum? Wouldnt it be better to have an active participant? Karda is absent by choice.. if not disdains it.
David

 

For what it's worth, I have been a long time member of this forum and frequent contributor to the custom knife subforum. I have also been the victim of Karda stalking / taunting / bullying. Bottom line, my clear impression is that he is the type of guy who likes to wear a badge just so he can push other people around. He stands in very sharp relief against the otherwise excellent moderation of this site.

 

If this person isn't able to do his job professionally, Why may I ask is he a Super-mod(I believe this is a position of power is it not?). However although I may be new to this forum, it seems you are all just ganging up on him, why not let the person in-charge of these matters handle it? Instead of publicly bashing a Moderator. To be honest it looks like Karda has just become bored with his job, so he is taking it out on some players, its not an uncommon thing to happen in any situation on any forum.