this is packaged races rant topic, so...the fuss refers to anger toward packaged races that arnt fully compatible.
never ever go to an open source forum and say /i will not contribute/ which gives yourself the image of being the one who tries to profit from private races.
you are here to learn arn't you? There are tutorials and many helpful community members that can help you.
You are not forced to contribute in any way, but it becomes your reputation.
In conclusion...
packaging is for the convince of the servers that don't have server owners scouring for new races
packaging means a expected level of standard and compatibility where the server owner has less to worry about.
And yet, my point remains valid. Does one who does not contribute have lesser rights?
The way I see it is that everyone is contributing, simply by using it, talking about it, enhancing it.
Sure, there may be people who contribute more than others...but it's not about bragging, I believe we can all agree.
Lastly, right now, I believe you're free to do whatever you please. Never tried taming a cougar, but it cannot be harder than explaining myself to people who constantly misinterpret every single word of mine.
Back when I said I would "never contribute", I was infuriated - and who wouldn't be? I tried to utter an idea, something that's important to me, and someone replies (paraphrasing) "youve never contributed, so your opinion is inferior". While that may be your mindset, it's still rude to actually say it.
And lastly, I was actually planning on contributing, as mentioned before, but I just did not think any of my projects are good enough to be even worth contributing. Correct me if I'm wrong, but nobody wants to see a race that does not have at least ONE original attribute.. What am I supposed to do? Just post every dribble that I make?
Once again, don't wanna seem rude or offensive, but I was offended - repeatedly, for a mere misinterpretation. Not saying it's your fault, as communication always requires two people: a sender and a receiver.
So how about we just start over again?
Hi, I'm Vulpone. Haven't contributed anything yet, but working hard on finding something original and creative. While I may not have studied IT or C++, I still am a very ambitious fellow.