Originally posted by SkyChief
We need more admins and trainers in the DA and MA. We need someone to with the power to enforce the rules on server.
This is more needed on the DA than the MA, where people can shoot anyone regardless of teams. With no one to make sure people arn't stopping other peoples fun, it can lead to everyone in the server not enjoying themselves.
If HTC could give certain trusted people admin ablities, we could keep our game fun and enjoyable.
Trainers work the TA. Bad behavior is not tolerated in the TA. When a trainer is online, there will be no out of control behavior. Repeated violations can result in ejection for one hour. 95% of the time a warning is sufficient. No need to be heavy handed... Punishment should suit the crime.
Most Trainers have a very low threshold for bad-mouthing of other players... You wanna talk "smack"? Go to the MA. In the TA, it'll get you bounced.
I like Ghosth's suggestion that DA regulars who have demonstrated maturity should be offered the position of Arena Monitor, with a full set of CM tools (including the power to eject or mute). Then, things will settle down, at least when one of these people is online. A few ejections will make an impression on the out of control players. Off the top of my head, I think Phish would be an ideal candidate. I know him well enough to state that he is of the proper temperment for that position. He'll be fair, but firm.
My regards,
Widewing