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[moribundgalaxy]

What date did you register as a CS member?: (if it's less than 8 months ago, do not apply)
I registered Thu Feb 14, 2013 10:39 pm
How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying): (if it's less than 300, do not apply)
I have Posted 9639 posts. (I will have posted more because i'm still Commenting while I finish this )
How many days a week do you usually visit CS?
Well, I'm on every day, Usually all day or I at least try to get on more than two hours when i'm sick
How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit?
I'm on usually on around 5 hours more or less.
Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position (this is not required) (for example do you speak any other languages, or have you had any experience in peer mediation? Do you consider yourself a trade-value expert? Do you already answer a lot of questions in the forum?)
Well, I try to help everyone when i get the chance, when someone asks a question i always try to answer with the most reasonable answer. I Can't speak Fluently in other language than English, and a little bit of Spanish and German, but i often use a translator. I do have experience in peer mediation in school. People often come to me with problems, (Especially about Racism)I've been in the bullied place a lot, and I'm afraid to stand up for myself, but I'm never afraid to stand up for someone else.
Why do you want to be a General Helper?
Like I've said I've been through the bullied spot. I wanna end that. I can't stand here and watch people get bullied and made fun of for who they are or for what they do. I've gotten harshly cyber bullied once. Multiple people sent me messages saying how They hated me, they wish i would die, They hate everything about me and with I'd get die in a whole. I've been through it all, but i still managed to stay strong and in one piece, but i know there are people out there who can't stand up for them selves like me, And i wanna help them. I also Been in the spot where i have no clue what to do and no ones there to help me. I hated it very strongly, and no one would come to my aid. Well i wanna be the one to come to their aid. I really enjoy helping people, And i have noticed that that's why a lot of people like me. On my fan club, everyone said they liked me for being nice. I'm glad that's something i'm good at being. I have that feature because i'm shy. But on here I don't feel so different from every one else.

Also, I'd like to add: Thank you for the opportunity to do this Tess. Honestly, i think this is the best website out there. I noticed on multiple sites i quit is because the staff don't do anything to help. They just stand there and do nothing. I promise i wont be like those staff members.

[get scared]

What date did you register as a CS member?:

Sunday June third, 2012

How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying):

2,139 posts (Or 2,140, counting this one)

How many days a week do you usually visit CS?:

Generally everyday, though some days I'm too busy to visit longer than a quick check-up.

How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit?:

Typically 2-3 hours, or more on the weekends.

Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position (this is not required) (for example do you speak any other languages, or have you had any experience in peer mediation? Do you consider yourself a trade-value expert? Do you already answer a lot of questions in the forum?):

I'm not particularly talented, but I do have some experience with peer mediation. I hate to get personal, but I think it might help to mention; One of my guardians is actually a school councilor, and all the time they'll come home with stories. I, of course, always ask what happened and how it ended. Well, half the time it's simply because the students needed to talk it out and remove any misunderstandings. I guess having a parent who's always calm and always makes me think three steps ahead is very helpful, considering several times people have told me that I'm easy to talk to.

In the forum, I already answer many questions. I usually PM the player though, because I know it can be embarrassing and degrading to have your error posted someplace where everyone can see it. The small things don't faze me either, because I respect that we're all human and we all make mistakes. No one's perfect, and you need to be calm and talk it all through so that both parties understand everything fully.

I don't know any other languages to an extent that I'm comfortable using my skills with, but I do know a little about trading. Nothing major like popularity or more-favored pets, but I do understand that dates matter (because the older, the better) and that the rares and September list are all 'important'.

Why do you want to be a General Helper?

I've been on CS a while, and have made my own share of mistakes when I was a beginner and didn't understand/read rules. I understand how it feels to be on the other end, and believe that I'm mature enough to handle such a position. Honestly, I don't have a particularly specific reason to apply, but I already try my hardest to answer questions and to be of help, so I thought that applying would be the next, right step. Whether I'm accepted or not, I'll still continue to help out other users, but again; I thought this would be the next step. I understand being naive [not as an insult] is expected, and can be tough without the correct guidance. Being a General Helper would lead more members to me for assistance, which I'm always glad to commence in.

I'd like to thank you for your time and consideration.

[kristenn11]

What date did you register as a CS member?: I registered as a CS member on Saturday September 01, 2012 at 6:37 pm.

How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying): I have made exactly 904 in the forum as of right now.

How many days a week do you usually visit CS? I visit CS 7 times a week.

How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit? I am on CS on and off throughout the day. If I am not doing school work, I am on chicken smoothie. Well, even when I am doing school work I am on CS on my phone. (Not at school though.) I would have to say, I am on CS about 4-7 hours a day. 4 being school days and 7 being weekends or breaks.

Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position (this is not required) (for example do you speak any other languages, or have you had any experience in peer mediation? Do you consider yourself a trade-value expert? Do you already answer a lot of questions in the forum?) I help people of all ages whenever I can. I am involved in student council, so I have experiences in helping and answering questions.

Why do you want to be a General Helper? I would like to become a General Helper for CS because this is my favorite and only site to be on. I am consonantly on and have gained knowledge in trading, popular threads like "Is this Trade Fair?", and much more. Although I joined last year, I still have plenty of questions I can answer and I know I can help newbies and experienced players as much as an older player could. I hope to be chosen to be a General Helper. I know how it is to be new and one of those people that are confused with trading. I was that person once, and I want to help them like how people helped me.

[DragonLoverHere]

What date did I register as a CS member?:
Mon Dec 06, 2010 5:10 pm; I just celebrated my third year of CS!
How many posts have I made in the forum (at the time of applying):
10891 posts
How many days a week do you usually visit CS?
I visit every day! It's rare I have a day without
How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit?
Oh wow... I spend anywhere from two to five hours on an average day online. On the weekends, it can get nearly up to a full day of time
Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position?
I consider myself well learned in Oekaki, as well as trading and post coding. I've immersed myself into most every corner of CS at one point or another and am well rounded for most any general details and knowledge. I also have had peer mediation training and my friends tell me I'm quite fair in settling disputes cleanly and calmly.
Why do I want to be a General Helper?
Well, there's the golden question, huh? I have to be honest, I'm probably no more qualified than the next person. I've had my pitfalls, my mistakes in forum, and my trouble in explaining some things. But I feel like these are the reasons I want to apply.

For a start, I somewhat admire the general helpers. I have always held helping others in high esteem, and I find that I look up to them because they are distinguished just for helping others. One of my greatest values, which I often tell others when they thank me for something, is 'the only repayment I take is a smile, and that is more than worth my while!' I just love to help others from tiny to massive ways.

I am also applying because I sympathize and empathize with many, many people. As I said, I'm not a perfect person. It's terrifying and scary to slip up on the web just like in person. I feel like I can bring in that warmness people want to see when they get help or redirection, and not just give them cookie cutter answers.

I have just generally loved helping others all of my life, from volunteering with the local harvest to helping a stranger get their car out of a ditch and even making just art to cheer someone up. I think this would be a whole new way to learn, help others, and expand to know the world.

Thank you for reading, and good luck to everyone! There are so many fabulous applications!
DLH

[Nebulis]

What date did you register as a CS member?: Thursday, Feb 28, 2013, about 10 months ago. (:

How many posts have you made in the forum: 2,127 in all.

How many days a week do you usually visit CS? 6-7 days a week unless traveling or busy for the day.

How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit? Varies about 2-6 hours a day.

Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position? I can definitely help out in some areas. As in language, I have some background in Ukrainian as well as Russian(my family origins). Also, I can figure things out pretty quickly. I like to respond to people's posts and help out sometimes. And with solving conflicts, I do have my moments when i try to calm down the fire xD. Im a generally a nice and humerous person who loves making many friends! But over all I am pretty informed about the majority of Chicken Smoothie. Im very active indeed and I know how to function in practically every area of CS. ^-^

Why do you want to be a General Helper? Because I naturally love to help out! On DA I've been assigned to be a contributor, ect. on a few groups. I always try my best to help out by doing the jobs I've been assigned and try to play my part in contributing in the community. Everything for the greater good, right?

If you have any questions or just want to talk, feel free to PM me! I love meeting new people! :3

[Roux-]

What date did you register as a CS member?
December 14th, 2012, so a year now. c;
How many posts have you made in the forum?
1,742 (or 3, counting this post.)
How many days a week do you usually visit CS?
Usually seven-six days a week, depending on my schedule.
How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit?
Over three hours c: On weekdays I can be on one-two hours in the morning and afternoon, and weekends I'm usually always available.
Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position?
I can help out a lot, depending on the situation. I can only speak English, but learning a bit of Spanish. When my friends got in fights I always tried to smooth it out. I am easy to get along with for the most time and patient with everyone.
Why do you want to be a General Helper?
I think it'd be nice to know I'm there for people who need help.

[historyOtaku]

What date did you register as a CS member?:
June 1st, 2012

How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying):
3,077

How many days a week do you usually visit CS?
About every day, unless I have dental visits and such.

How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit?
Around 2-3 hours, but on the weekends, the hours are usually between five and six.

Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position (this is not required) (for example do you speak any other languages, or have you had any experience in peer mediation? Do you consider yourself a trade-value expert? Do you already answer a lot of questions in the forum?)
I know basic French, so I can help in that field. I also know a smidge of Spanish. I'm also rather good when it comes to reasoning with people and explaining things, and I can easily avoid hurting others feelings in telling them what to do while not seeming condescending.

Why do you want to be a General Helper?
I would really love to help out all of the Chicken Smoothians, as I've gotten used to the users after a while. Having been a member of multiple gifting groups, I would like to do something more than give people pets. I'd like to help people with actual problems on the site rather than merely gifting pixels, which are worth nothing compared to actual help.

[SyrupBean]

What date did you register as a CS member?: I joined on Aug 07, 2011

How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying): I have made 3027 posts. Although I'm probably going to make more throughout the day (and night) X3

How many days a week do you usually visit CS? Probably 5-6 days a week, depending on if I'm really busy or if it's a holiday.

How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit? Probably 3-5, sometimes most of the evening.

Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position (this is not required) (for example do you speak any other languages, or have you had any experience in peer mediation? Do you consider yourself a trade-value expert? Do you already answer a lot of questions in the forum?) I don't really have any special skills, but do help people when they PM me asking for help with some sort of problem.

Why do you want to be a General Helper? I would like to be a General Helper because I would like to help people each day, not just when people PM me for help. Another reason is that I loved helping out the newbie I got for Adopt A Newbie and I had so much fun with it that I applied again for it.

[Sperophim]

What date did you register as a CS member?:
July 25th, 2011
How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying):
4613
How many days a week do you usually visit CS?
6-7
How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit?
3-8
Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position?
I can speak a little Japanese, I'm pretty good at using code for making signatures and stuff like that, and I'm hard to anger.
Why do you want to be a General Helper?
This seems like a fun way to help people on CS! Many people have helped me over my time on here, and I want to give back a little.

[knight of time]

My username is knight of time, but please call me Iced Mocha.

What date did you register as a CS member?:
I do believe it was around November of 2009. I've been a member of CS since my weeaboo years. I believe that if i was here at my worst, this site deserves me at my best. And by best, I mean my socially awkward, anime and furry loving self. If that makes any sense whatsoever.

How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying):
3026, to be exact. But we can just say around three thousand. I make a lot of posts related to my fandoms, but you can mostly find me on the Jellybean Dragon fanclub, roleplaying and keeping some sort of peace there, due to me being not easily angered (apparently).

How many days a week do you usually visit CS?:
I visit Chicken Smoothie almost every day. Maybe almost as much as I visit Tumblr. Maybe.

How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit?:
On average, around four hours? At the most I may leave the tab open all day.

Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position?:
Well, I speak a bit of French, but it's more like 'bon bon oui baguettes hon hon hon eiffel tower' kind of French. Translation: I take French 1 and i can recognize basic words and phrases. I am the leader of the LGBT group at my school, along with being the leader of the gender equality awareness group. I tend to be very sociable and people tend to tell me that I can ease up situations with humor. I personally believe I can explain things rather well, due to months of explaining Homestuck to friends and random people on the street. I also have an affinity for being really nice to people in general and I can explain rules without coming off as corrective or rude.

Why do you want to be a General Helper?:
I have always loved CS, but I have never been mature enough as a person to really improve anything. I find it really super awesome that helpers greet new users with so much information, but as a user who has invited so many new players, I have new ideas and arguments to contribute to the welcoming process. I feel like new users are overwhelmed and that's why they don't continue their usership on-site. I want to help improve CS in any way I can, and to make this short, I want to be a valuable addition to the team, not just a robot who greets new users. I want to be someone who tells new users how freaking awesome the oekaki is. Or how cool all the fandoms are. I want to be able to give new users an experience that's not a copy-paste-- something that all people in general deserve. People need to know and acknowledge that the staff are people too-- not gods who should be glorified or robots made to answer our every whim. I want to be able to give people proper references to the rare's list, to the Oekaki, to the avatar gallery, and also be able to provide suggestions if they can't find something on-site. There should never be a 'well. I can't help you'. We are all people with the internet at our disposal. We can do anything with that, right?
Also the pink name seems pretty awesome.