Nohbdy 4,108 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 We now have a dedicated clop discussion thread (read carefully)Wait, the staff, of all people, are creating a clop discussion thread? Quick, someone check if pigs are flying! Yep, that's right. The kind folks from our Beyond Equestria team have volunteered to host a staff-run clop discussion thread. But, you may be asking, why on earth would anyone let this happen? Gather around, my little ponies, for I shall tell you a story . . . . Once upon a time, MLP Forums allowed clop discussion. It did not end well. Or was that the ending? Now that we have a dedicated team of proactive moderators and a set of new policies and tools at our disposal, perhaps it's time to perform some necromancy on a dead concept. We know that clop has the potential for genuine discussion, and it's definitely a popular topic for discussion. Well, we heard you, and we're bringing it back with some tweaks and adjustments. So, what does this all mean? It means the following: This thread is the only such topic allowed on the site. Clop discussion is still banned on a general level; this is the one and only place you are permitted to discuss it. All rules still apply. No exceptions. There exists a safe haven for genuine discussion on the topic; those who attempt to sabotage it will be dealt with severely. That last point is something I wish to emphasize. MLP Forums, as the name implies, is a community based on discussion. Discussion is, quite literally, its raison d’être--reason for being. So where am I going with this? Simple: our goal is to protect discussion, not to ban it. If we can salvage a thread, we'll do that. If not, we'll try to give the topic more chances in the future. If that doesn't work, we'll ban the topic until we have the means of maintaining productive discussion. Long story short, it's all to benefit the community. Because our mission is centered around providing our members with the best experience possible, we do things that are best for the community rather than what's easiest for us--even if those actions are initially unpopular. Anyway, here's the thread. Use it wisely.New emoticonsSome of you may have noticed them already, but we now have twelve new holiday emoticons, courtesy of the talented @Obsidian Sky. It's your reward for making such phenomenal progress in our charity fundraiser! They are as follows: Some (or all, depending on a number of factors) may remain after the holiday season. Either way, it's our hope that you enjoy them! 30 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlitterFlutter 1,568 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 I see this going badly, but good luck anyway! Oh and I love the new emoticons!! especially the Rarity ones! :har: 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
long gone 8,929 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 :twilight: I am Daring and these are the best two new emoticons. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mars 4,861 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 These are absolutely adorable! Obsidian, as always, you did a fantastic job! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PROJECT: Simon 3,953 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 (edited) New emoticons yay! I'd better use that emoticon right now. Edited November 30, 2014 by BronyAssassin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Castle_Cross 331 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 testing, testing, 1, 2, 3, I love these emoticons :3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Letter 1,830 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 I like them. I'll try to use them occasionally. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavelColt 22,876 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 Santa hats, where have I seen this before... 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Celli 4,332 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 (edited) I love the new emoticons. Especially the Twilight ones. Pwease keep those after the holidays? And let's hope this new clop thread stays peaceful and people keep a level head. :twilight: :twilight: Edited November 30, 2014 by Celli 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flutter's lover <3 8,204 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 Two new waifu emotes? This is awesome. So, can I post glorious Flutterbutt? (I'm thinking not, but worth mentioning I think.) Text only discussion I'm guessing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetolebob18 724 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 This Will NOT End Well. Then again, nothing else in my life ever has, why should this be an exception? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Celli 4,332 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 (edited) This Will NOT End Well. Then again, nothing else in my life ever has, why should this be an exception? As Applejack would say, "Oh, come on, that's just stinkin' thinkin'!" Edited November 30, 2014 by Celli 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuteycindyhoney 13,283 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 I am lovin' the new emoticons! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nohbdy 4,108 November 30, 2014 Author Share November 30, 2014 So, can I post glorious Flutterbutt? (I'm thinking not, but worth mentioning I think.) Text only discussion I'm guessing. As stated in the OP, the rules still apply. If you can't post something elsewhere in the forums, you can't post it in the thread. Pictures are allowed, but again, they need to follow the rules. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King 5,625 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 The idea of having a clop discussion thread has been a hot topic amongst the moderation and administration staff for the past several weeks now. Ultimately, the success of this thread (and perhaps this topic of discussion on MLPF) will lay upon the shoulders of you, the community.Its our hope that people can be civil, mature and respect the rules put forth by the thread (and the site). We know you're capable of it. <-- This is the best emoticon on the forum now. No contest. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Everleaf 541 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 I am not one to discuss the kind of thing but I suppose at least this will help the ones who feel they should discuss it and... :twilight: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boiteporte 591 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 (edited) Clop discussions, really ??? I do not like this idea but if it works, why not ? However, I am pretty sure there are more appropriate websites for discussing clopping. As a general rule, official threads are the way to go for discussing controversial topics. However, I am pretty sure this one is going to slip. EDIT: Someone quoted this post, and yet, it is nowhere to be seen. I wonder what he/she had to say about my comment. Edited November 30, 2014 by boiteporte 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirox the pony 1,334 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 Good luck with that topic, on another note these new emoticons are great. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lightwing 12,955 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 (edited) This two emoticons made my day <-- This is the best emoticon on the forum now. No contest. Forgive me if I disagree with you Edited November 30, 2014 by The Snowy Lightwing 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingnut 6,730 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 Clop discussions, eh? Who are you and what have you done with Aquila? I will say that emoticons have come a long way here. I remember the good old days when the only Applejack avatar was this: So...are the Santa Hat ponies just for the holidays or are they here to stay? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fricklefrackle 184 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 :twilight: SO CUTE. I LOVE YOU FOR THIS! :har: But I understand the clopping thread, and I hope this one does end well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastel 7,627 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 2 great news in one post! Sweet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Precision 421 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 pppfpffft forget the clops stuff! Lets talk about the emoticons!!! <---- BEST 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~StatesTheOblivious~ 1,794 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 It'd probably be a good idea to add the fact that an official clop thread exists and its rules to the global rules. And to change the FAQ about NSFW. I know, this won't necessarily reduce the future amount of locked "SFW" NSFW discussion threads, but this way you can always say "It's actually in the rules." if anyone posts such a topic and asks why it was closed. Contradictions in rules and actions are not that ... um, good. Enough seriousness! Love the Christmas emotes, especially this one: (Hey, wait, that's the suggestive one, isn't it? Damn ...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galaxysquid 2,121 November 30, 2014 Share November 30, 2014 Omfg new Applejack emoticons as I oh so wished would come. owo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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