I think the forum needs a banned words list

[newforest]

Words that the computer stops you from using, so we don't get trolls who are so immature that they think adding in profanity and sexual content is a way to pass the time.
They must be very bored with their life.

We've had two trolls in recent weeks who gradually bring in unsuitable for a public audience words. I am no prude but this is Imo a horse friendly family viewing type forum.
We are adults but attract kids!

 

[Huggy]

That most recent one was a piece of work. I've never been on fb, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram or anything, so that was an eye -opener! Have put on ignore.

 

[carthorse]

Have I missed something again? I don't recall seeing anything offensive, though my own "bored now" filter may have kicked in so I just stopped reading the thread.

 

[Sparky Lily]

The problem with the latest one is that most of the words are not offensive in themselves. It is the combination that makes it obscene. Nasty piece of work.

 

[Trewsers]

Agree. It was really nasty - and I don't take kindly to being called a whore!

 

[Trewsers]

Pity idiots like that can't be traced!!! I dread to think what they get up to.

 

[Trewsers]

That most recent one was a piece of work. I've never been on fb, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram or anything, so that was an eye -opener! Have put on ignore.

Me neither, I don't do fb etc. There are some dreadful things go on though, that I do know.

 

[Huggy]

Have I missed something again? I don't recall seeing anything offensive, though my own "bored now" filter may have kicked in so I just stopped reading the thread.

Best off where you are

 

[joosie]

I mean... I think we're dealing with an ACTUAL nutjob this time, tbh.

 

[Frances144]

I think some active moderating might be a start.

 

[newforest]

The problem with the latest one is that most of the words are not offensive in themselves. It is the combination that makes it obscene. Nasty piece of work.

True but I don't think they are referring to a chicken with some of the descriptions.

 

[Kite_Rider]

Must admit I hit ignore too, I’m quite open minded but some of his ramblings were enough to make a w***e blush!
It takes a lot to offend me and I didn’t take anything he said personally, I actually started to feel a bit sorry for him, must be horrible to have such a sad life.
But yes I agree @newforest

 

[Mossy]

I think some active moderating might be a start.

The whole ethos of NR is that it has been self moderating, all sensible folks who are aware of their audience. I know Mike is around because he dealt in short order with my double registration. Just ignore the twits. That way they’ll find somewhere else to feed.

 

[OwnedbyChanter]

OMG what have I missed this time. Just found a way to access NR on my work laptop so very happy again

 

[Frances144]

The whole ethos of NR is that it has been self moderating ....

Really? I never had that impression.

 

[fourlegs]

I am sure Mike has got a banned words list installed but it can't catch everything and as you say it is the context more than the words.

Makes you realise how devastating online bullying can be for less mature users.

I think the answer is just to ignore them without a response - maybe flag up in the Sofa area. If they get no response at all maybe they will give up - DON'T FEED THE TROLLS!

 

[newforest]

Hit ignore as I got bored.

It takes skill to be that dull as dish water on a forum.
Least make up a story!

 

[Mossy]

Really? I never had that impression.

If moderated it was light touch.treat folks as adults and they’ll act like it.

 

[chunky monkey]

I must admit that last one I only read the first paragraph and switched off thinking we have a nut job troll here. I couldnt be bothered to even read the rest of what was written but I did read the replies and didnt like the rubbish.
I do agree that if you see something like this dont even reply to it. By replying you just feed there ego just hit report and I'm sure it will be deleted as soon as possible.

 

[newforest]

Initially I replied with a sensible answer because I gave them the benefit of the doubt in regards to religion.
They started being rude to others after that.
It gets to a stage where I actually cannot be bothered to engage with new/ returning members as they may have an underlying troll agenda.