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I tend to think that, yes, a fictionsit name like Jackies is designed to offend, insult, and that therefore its primary mode is going to be aggressive. And, in turn, this will remove a certain amount (only a certain amount, don't fly down my throat here) of credibility from anything Jacks says.
Hypothetical example: New fictionsuit Jackie Posts Everything Backwards enters a discussion on historical representations of the dildo as pagan idol. Jackie posts an incisive, well-read and mildly amusing comment, three paragraphs long, that should turn the discussion on its head, and really provoke some thought. Except that every word is typed backwards, requiring complete translation of the text before comprehension of the content is possible.
Extreme example, but if I see a post from someone that I know is always trying to aggravate others, I tend to skim read what they have to say, if I even bother to read it at all. On the other hand, in 'fluff' forums like the Conversation, I'd probably look for that person's posts, because... they're more fun. Sooo... possibly 'concept suits' really only work in fluff threads? What do you lot think? Anyone have a similar reaction? |
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approach to your post, unless you want to come across as arrogant or patronising, and have the original poster gloss over the point you're trying to make when they take umbrage. Seems to me that's a waste of effort and everyone's time. IMBrazenlyPompousO.