Debating Rules

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Debates, at the moment are allowed at TH.net in the Debates forum. There are a few rules to follow when debating/posting a debate. Follow them and we could keep this going peacefully.

  • Never contact the staff (that aren't listed): As a ground rule never contact the staff about something regarding debates. The only ones to be contacted about debates are Ghan_04, Miz and myself.
  • Nothing else: Don't post here anything but debates please. Threads other than debates will be deleted.
  • Starting a debate: When starting a debate make sure it is interesting. As a host you will need to warn members and keep the debate active. Also make sure the topic is well chosen and post is written well. Bad debates will be locked. Too many bad debates and permissions will be needed.
  • Post the debate clearly: Make sure to represent the topic clearly. Don't assume people know things, it is usually a smart idea to link a source or give some key-words for internet search. With that, don't post too much information, it is important the members will look for themselves. You can also add a few questions inside the post or a few arguments.
  • Don't flame: The most important rule. DO NOT flame. It is the most common problem with debate. Flames will not be tolerated, posts will be deleted and posters punished. A flame is a post which is not constructive and is insulting/attacking other members.
  • Stay on topic: Debates tend to get out of topic. In the heat of discussion that is ok, often you will want to discuss other topics that are relevant. As long as the or the debate's host doesn't ask you to go back on topic that is ok. Also don't spam. Keeps your posts constructive and contributive, anything else will be considered a spam and be deleted.
  • Other things: If possible please link sources when stating facts. Make sure your posts are not offensive to other people (racist posts and such will be deleted and the author will be punished).
 
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Update: Posting a debate

At the moment the staff decided to allow debates to be posted without permission. This means you can post a debate in this forum without PMing a staff member. If you (the members) will prove yourself to post worthy debates, that's the way it will stay. If not, debates WILL be locked and we will go back to the permission system.

Before posting any debate be sure to check some past debates for reference. Also you must read the rules thoroughly.
 
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