Does age really matter?

[Yeager]

There are plenty of fully matured men in this game that act like prepubescent spoiled brats.  There are some squeekers that act like fully matured men.
To my own way of thinking, as long as you do not act like a thick as a brick ultra melon then you are good for the game.  Regardless of your age.

[Hunter66]

it does to me in a way..i was raised that certain things around kids"kids being 18 and under"should not be said  sometime's in aces high..people lose their temper..and sometimes young impressable<spelling> people are infuenced by what they hear..after  playing with the so called"squeekers"..i must say they are driven and motivated..i guess you have to pass a certain age..or have kids like i do to understand..i have 1000 watt speakers hooked up to my puter thru an altec lansing sound system..but when i play..i go headset..just because of what might be said..i myself sometimes say things that are just not right..that being said..no age doesnt matter..as long as those OF age remember to control what they say..hope that makes sense...

Boots

[Nemisis]

well you have to remember, kids are being exposed to that crap at a younger and younger age. It started poping up in 5th grade in my school  .

[mensa180]

The first time I read one of your posts I thought that you were 11-12...
I've used forums/online games w/ chat since when I was 12 years old... no one's ever called me out about being young... and except on one occasion, (cough) no ones ever cared when I pointed out the fact that I was a teenager.

This is mainly because my writing style has remained almost identical the entire time... I've always thought my posts through and used proper grammar, and spelling.

There's absolutely no excuse for writing a post with almost no capitalization, punctuation, or grammar that looks like someone vomited out a string of words that might make sense if you look at in just the right way. Most people realize this and will call you on it...

You'll find people who will say, 'Oh they're just kids, give them a break'- this is nonsense. You learn to form complete thoughts and express these in written language in elementary school. The ability to express yourself fluently and effectively through written language is important, especially now that so much communication is through text. The inability to do so will single you as juvenile or just stupid, and not without reason.

I've been posting a lot on international image boards recently and I'm disgusted with what I see Russians, Spaniards, Germans, Czechs, etc. posting in perfect fluent English compared to people I know who not only could not speak any other language that well (not to say I can either... ) but can't even articulate themselves in written English as well as people who speak it as a second language.

Totelly agree.  Good grammer is vital too how your perceeved.

[Nemisis]

Not just grammar, but spelling (when writing), the layout of your scentences, choice of words, and even the attitude of a post (is it objective or is it one of those "I'm me so everything and everyone should conform to my wants and desires").


I remember when I first started posting (April or June, can't remember which, and I'm to lazy to open up a second window to check. But thats irrelivant), and everyone was ragging on my grammar, spelling, and calling me a kid. I corrected my grammar and spelling, and the name calling stopped (mostly  ).

[froger]

All i know is I'M on the wrong side of forty,
The real wrong side......
  I would like to be younger and know what i know today but i guess if i could have that
then i would have been deprived of some valuable experience that was much needed.


peace

froger

[Jayhawk]

Not just grammar, but spelling (when writing), the layout of your scentences, choice of words, and even the attitude of a post (is it objective or is it one of those "I'm me so everything and everyone should conform to my wants and desires").


I remember when I first started posting (April or June, can't remember which, and I'm to lazy to open up a second window to check. But thats irrelivant), and everyone was ragging on my grammar, spelling, and calling me a kid. I corrected my grammar and spelling, and the name calling stopped (mostly  ).

I hope you take this as a compliment, but how you behave on the boards has improved.  You used to annoy the heck out of me ( lol, sorry being honest) but I think slowing down and re-reading your posts has greatly improved how I perceive you on here.

 

[Nemisis]

I believe in being honest, I won't sugar coat a spoonful of toejam.


Lol, can't wait to see what the profanity filter cranks out for this one.

[DmonSlyr]

I still don't care about grammer and spelling on a board post. if yall wanna grade my post thats great but i dont have the time or the energy to make everything perfect  . I worry about that on my english papers for school.
as for what i said earlier i was just yankin yalls chain. In the eyes of a teen its fun to shoot down all the "older" crowd who think they are big bad sticks.
as long as you dont sound like alvin and the chipmonks over vox every 5 seconds you will be alright.
but to answer you question again... no, age does not matter and dont let the geezers tell you other wise. if they have problem shoot them down and hear them complain thats all i have to say.

[IronDog]

I'm 66,but 21 in my mind.My body however doesn't go along with this.My mind can be a challenge.I can forget why I walked in a room,but remember my service number whilst in the USMC.My flying has went to chit,and I'm an easy kill.Don't let the people that prey on squeakers bother you.they will always be around.The distance that a internet connection gives a online bully,is highly conducive to some big time bad mouthing.Speaking of that,where's Shane been lately.....shade?I haven't seen Skyrock lately either.Fly,listen, and learn young man.You will do fine.
Dobey

[jimson]

One thing to note is that good or at least fair grammar, punctuation and spelling, makes one appear more mature and intelligent.

There is little excuse for misspelling. You will get a red underline.

Use spell check before you hit post.

Also capitalize the "word" I, as in "I did this."

The best way to improve grammar, spelling and vocabulary is to read. Books, magazines, newspapers, anything.

Just read.

It's well worth acquiring these skills.

[SuBWaYCH]

Being to yourself about SOME things (c'mon were kids, we don't know anything )

Playing honorably (I.E. avoid the H.O., avoid collisions)

Acting honorably (be nice to fellow country men, hand out check 6's, etc.)

Respecting those who are veterans in the game, or those who do know better then you (75% of the AH population). Respect in this game is the same in real life. Give some, get some (this is what will get you recognized into the more mature young-adult crowd.

Having respect for yourself, and not selling yourself beneath who you are. Your 15, you've come this far in life, play the way you want to and play it with confidence.

Asking questions is never an issue. Most will respond nicely. This is where knowing or being friends with someone who's played a good amount of time would come in handy. The AH Trainers Corps can also be a help.

Picking out the guys you want to be friends with and hang out with in game. Avoid the negative players and stick to those who are fun, respectful and honorable.



I am 15 and have been playing for longer then most of the younger adults in the game. I started when I was 11 (Tour 75) under the callsign 9598. I was a total newb and a squeaker. 4 years later, I am an event organizer, I take leadership in special events (Snapshots, Scenario's, Heavy Metal Sunday etc. I got recognized because I treat others respectfully (for the most part, no one is perfect) and I fly and fight honorably for the most part (again, can never be perfect).

Be yourself within reason and pick up on manners, respect and honor and you'll do fine in this community.

<S>
from one 15 year old to another

[lulu]

Mozart ... docet!

 

[Nemisis]

jimson is right, reading will greatly improve your spelling, grammar, and vocabulary.

I read a lot, and I have a college reading level (allegedly)  .

[Makoyouidiot]

Jeez Subway, you made me feel old, I remember when you started as 9598. I was still Mako15 back then.