Hello!
This is going to be a very long post, be warned!
If you are only interested in what affects you, see the following
list as to what will be included in this message to all.
List of Topics1.Regarding those who've made requests that are in wait.
2.Regarding those who have points in the bank, and are no longer interested in the thread.
3.Regarding those who have points in the bank, and are still interested in the thread.
4.Regarding basic plans for the thread and the revamp to come.
5.Regarding assigning helpers and finding a co-owner.
6.Regarding my continued responsibilities.
7.Forms for those interested in becoming mods / artists for the revamp.
8.Concluding Statement.
Regarding those who've made requests that are in wait.For those of you who've made requests that have not been completed, if you are still interested in having your request completed please
resubmit your request. This is to ensure that you're still open to having your request completed, and that I don't end up sending a finished request and learning that you have no interest in it.
I apologize for the inconvenience.
Regarding those who have points in the bank, and are no longer interested in the thread.I am aware of the possibility that some of you are no longer interested in the thread after the hiatus. If you have points in the bank, you may request a refund – if you don't remember which pets you've sent, just take what you wish from my collection with equal value to your point count. I will also likely send you a small apology pet gift~
Regarding those who have points in the bank, and are still interested in the thread.If you are still interested in the thread and are wondering what will become of your count in V2 as well as the options available – don't worry! You will keep your points, and the same options (customs, breedings, item adding) will be available to you in V2 along with some new options as decided between me and the new co-owner.
Regarding basic plans for the thread and the revamp to come.V2 is going to come earlier than I expected, mainly because of issues that had arisen IRL which resulted in temporary abandonment of the thread. This means, as mentioned previously:
-New members will be appointed positions in the thread.
-New linearts will be used, but the old ones will still be around!
-All bases will be available for public use (though only official Oddest Pet Shop pets will be archived).
-The thread will be redesigned.
….and now:
-A co-owner will be appointed.
Regarding assigning helpers and finding a co-owner.I would not like for this instance to happen again, so I will be finding someone to help me with many aspects of running the thread. It's important to me, and it's been on my mind – I need to find someone who will be responsible and understand the responsibilities involved, as well as a person who will be able to cooperate with me in running V2.
A co-owner must:1.Be respectful and appropriate in all situations.
2.Understand the responsibilities involved in running this thread.
3.Understand the quirks of this thread.
4.Be online consistently, and have access to the PM system.
I would prefer the co-owner be an artist as well, but that's not entirely necessary. If you meet the previously listed requirements, please send me a message and I will consider appointing you to the position. This will be tough, so please do not be upset if you are not chosen.
There will be helpers as well – staff members who will help in managing the thread, answering questions and creating characters for adoption.
If you are interested in becoming a staff member for the thread, see the form at the end of this message.
Regarding my continued responsibilities.Obviously, I will still be in charge of a lot of things. Here are my duties:
1.Organize, plan and lay out events and event threads.
2.Make monthly adopts.
3.Manage the archives and keeping things up-to-date.
4.Manage the staff team and communicate with others.
5.Entirely take charge of the DA group, which I plan on keeping (I've already started changes on that page, adding new folders and reworking the system in place for the group, though I plan to increase activity.)
6.Create new bases on a consistent basis for members to use.
7.Complete customs and breedings as requested.
I will also no longer accept payment of any form on CS – all point purchases must go through the co-owner.
Forms for those interested in becoming mods / artists for the revamp.If you are interested in becoming an artist or general mod for the new thread, PM me with the applicable form.
Artist FormUsername:
Do you have previous experience as a thread artist?
How often are you online?
Do you have access to the PM system?
Can you access .psd files?
What program do you use for art (Krita, GIMP, Sai, PS, etc.)?
Please show me some examples of your designs.
Why do you want to join the Oddest Staff?
General Mod FormUsername:
Do you have previous experience as a thread mod?
How often are you online?
Do you have access to the PM system?
Do you thoroughly understand the system of the Oddest Pet Shop / rules?
Do you have any history with the Oddest Pet Shop?
Why do you want to join the Oddest Staff?
Concluding Statement.I want to apologize for the wait on everything. I promise I'll do my best to manage everything better, and I'm sure appointing staff will help tremendously. I appreciate all the support I've gotten on this thread.
I've been doing better as of recent IRL, and I think it's time to move forward with the thread while it is still an option.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Updates soon to come!
-Zail
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