Look, I really didn't think I should have to say it, but the Moderation Application Thread should be *EXCLUSIVELY* for *MODERATION APPLICATIONS*
So, I've made this thread for you to post your comments, opinions etc here. I've also moved the non-application posts in there to this one. Enjoy.

You didn't use chat gpt for this or?

Me? No.

I know this thread is for applications only but I don't feel like creating a topic just for that, so I hope it's ok, if not, please move it out:
I know you haven't mentioned any specific requirements, but are there any conditions that make it more/less likely to be chosen? Will there be an election or something?
For example I mean age, reputation is probably obvious but how much do these things value? I mean I guess it's obvious why I am asking, been playing with the thought for a wile now, I love the idea of shaping a new community over here and am way to much on Elten anyway so would be willing to help but I'm not sure ddue to my age/reputation/english skils etc.
*Edit, I'm not asking for any discussion about my moderation skills, that decision, if I would even write an application, is up to the administrator. I wonder about the specifications / decision system.

This is regarding Marc's post in the other thread:
Hey I mean, why not? I know there are certain creatures who think different but imo you've done a nice job as mod at the Corner already and I think you could be helpful. But as I said, up to the admin.

Dear Sir-Charlie and Fellow Denizens of Mayhem,
Greetings! I am Morti, the self-proclaimed Overlord of Pandemonium, and I hereby submit my application to become your next moderator. Why, you ask? Because every circus needs a ringleader, and every madhouse needs someone who can out-crazy the inmates.
Qualifications:
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Master of Shenanigans: I've orchestrated more pranks, jests, and tomfoolery than a court jester on caffeine.
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Chaos Coordinator: I can turn a peaceful discussion into a whirlwind of confusion with just a single pun.
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Meme Magician: My meme game is so strong, it once caused a server-wide existential crisis.
Experience:
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Anarchy Administrator: Previously moderated the "Cats Wearing Hats" forum, where I successfully incited a debate that lasted three weeks over the appropriate angle of a beret.
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Discord Disruptor: Led a 24-hour voice chat where participants could only communicate through interpretive dance descriptions.
Vision for the Community:
I envision a forum where rules are more like... suggestions. A place where threads twist and turn like a rollercoaster designed by a madman.
Why Me?
Because normal is overrated. Because structure is for buildings, not forums. Because when life gives you lemons, I throw a lemon-themed rave.
In conclusion, appointing me as a moderator will ensure that this community remains as unpredictable, wild, and wonderfully chaotic as possible. Let's embrace the madness together!
All that I survey, I could easily destroy. From time to time, it is important to remind these small creatures of the true extent of my power.
Yours chaotically,
Morti
P.S. This message will self-destruct in 3... 2...

Thanks @Charlie for this thread. I feld kinda bad for dumping more offtopic into the applications thread, but this was to good not to do it.

No it wasn't. It really, really wasn't.

But I'd like to ask again, since Jaidon's answer to my question on SBYW was rather pointless, now seriously. Based on which criteria will moderators be chosen? Do you vote, do you just decide based on whether you're having a good day, age, reputation? I don't get it but I feel like people should know that in order to understand the promotions, if any.

Post 6 in the applications thread, map evaluator isn't really a rank with a lot of power regarding moderation or administration on SBYW. And I'm also an admin in several YMCA WhatsApp groups or a small friends group, does it make me more suitable to moderate the possibly new Elten english community group? I personally don't think so.
And because I think this needs to be said, this is not by any means attached to the poster of the application, this are my general thoughts about it. I don't want to start a fight or call people to argue and feel for defending themselves, it's not always about this. But if you have points against my arguments feel free to bring them up, I'm more than willing to discuss and hear different viewpoints.

This is the current staff's policy on what we're looking for. It's really not complexed a science, really.
In order to be considered as a potential moderator, you must be able to demonstrate or possess a history of maturity, both emotionally and socially, be of reasonable repute throughout the greater community, and be both able and willing to demonstrate an administrative competency befitting a member of group staff. Note, this doesn't necessarily mean those who have no prior experience of moderating will be penalized, of course, everyone starts somewhere and we're perfectly willing to give someone who seems competent a chance. Lastly, while we understand this community is a vibrantly international one, English proficiency in an administrative capacity is vital. We don't expect native levels of diction, but you should be able to be understood when laying down the law. Conversely, the English language is quite dynamic and riddled with absurdities that one can only understand after a great deal of experience, emersion and proficiency in the language. Being able to understand context, idioms among other things is important in your ability to moderate. In short, just be yourself, but be sensible about it.

I may remind you, this thread is only. Only, for applications! I think this does not need to be repeated again?

MODERATION!
No action being taken here, this is purely for logging purposes.
The post just before this one, post 12 was originally post 8 in the moderation application thread. I moved it over here.
End Moderation
See, this is exactly why you were denied. Silent's post in that thread was, actually an official message from staff regarding moderation applications. Not a random post criticising if someone's post was generated with GPT or not. I'm sure you're clever enough to understand the difference. If you did, then this shows how petty you truly are, because, funny enough, you're not yet a moderator, and your post was neither an application, or a withdrawl of application announcement, nor an official staff pronouncement, which means that your post did nothing other than to clutter the thread and show everyone exactly why we weren't wrong for denying your application at this time.
If you didn't, well then it shows that you have an acute lack of social awareness or context. Exactly the kind needed for moderating a community like this. Which, also, funny enough, shows why we were justified in our denial at this time.
Here's the thing. In life you may not get what you want, especially in a professional environment. It may hurt and it may suck. But being outwardly petty and salty achieves nothing but burning any bridge you might've previously formed.
Just some food for thought.
As a note: I genuinely expect the application thread to be free from clutter. Keep your foolishness out of there. I'm fine with you having joke threads or joke posts elsewhere but that should be a serious place. Any posts in there which don't fall into the following categories will leave you liable to moderation action:
I. An official moderation application
II. An official announcement of withdrawl.
III. A member of staff updating the status of pending requests.
I trust that we won't have to take action on anyone for violating any of those principles. Thank you.

So then. Noone said you could post anything else than applications, yup. But even though sentinals commentary on it, while for your team official, is still, a commentary. So why should that be an exception?
Also. How come critter suddenly spawning, not to mension, you're talking on sketchbook a lot, are in the admin team, and he's barely been active here before? I can certainly see his application being accepted just due to your connection and work in sbyw. So I believe that I'm not one of those who must get power in this place to be happy. Remember, until the writing of this post the place has like what, 35 members? I administrated and/moderated a group with a hundrid, so if we go this root then I was used to bigger places. TLDR, I don't really bother much. What bothered me is you clearly being against me asking in the application thread if this was gpt generated, saying this is only! For applications, while he can drop his commentary which honestly, sounds like he tried just a bit too hard making it sound professional cuz your guys thoughts might clearly differ from the post, especially on a personal level, but that being excepted in that thread. If it was also for thoughts, only from mods however, say so in time. Simple as this really. Problem solved.

Unfortunately, my post was not any form of commentary. It was an official announcement of denial. It's also important to point out that you were not personally targetted, nor were you attacked. We as a team made a point to explain that all applicants may be reconsidered at a later time. Your behavior in this thread outlines exactly why you were denied, if I'm being honest. You refused to gracefully accept a professional denial, and instead proceded to both lash out and to accuse the team of favoritism. Something which we have already discussed privately, for the record. All applicants, no matter our relationship or lack there of, must present their applications through the official channels to be considered for the position. Also keep in mind, the denial post was written by both Sir-Charlie and I. I was only the messenger and it's official status should have been determined both by context and content. I hope this clears up any confusion you may have had. Thank you.

How would I know charly wrote it. He liked it, showing approval of it, that's it. Well and we're gonna see once you promote critter via a short application that, imho, doesn't show what he'd do here as a moderator, only saying you had experienced working together before, am I wrong? And please, don't take this as a form of me trying to make myself important here, no. But I personally wrote my application with actual thought put into it, standing for the things I said and hoping for well, good colaboration. You can't forse that however so that's just how it is for me. There are clearly better places to be mod in other than elten groups, so again what I said after making my application post did not come from me being, mad, or frustrated, or however you wanna call it, lashing at people or bla, about the fact that you disapproved all applicants so far.
If there's anything else you would like to go against, or would like me to clear up for you, feel free to let me know! Smiling face with smi... uh, Oopsy.
Either way, now what?

Thank you for your post. Your criticisms have been noted, and were duly addressed by myself and Silentsentinel in previous posts. As for the ones that were not, I rather wish not to comment on speculations, gossip and hearsay. The team will evaluate everyone fairly and go from there.

Who cares if Charly rote it, do you nead sum kind of mark that says, Charly rote this, Charly rote that? Does it even matter?

Just say something like I don't know, "okay", and move on.
You weren't chosen, you could ask why, reasons were given, but lashing out isn't going to work for you considering the reasons given and your (maybe possible) re-application to the team of admins.
In short, it does you no good, Sir.

Just to let you guys know, we are actively considering the most recent set of applications, I just want to wait until we sort out this whole issue before making any announcements.

BTW, if you have any comments about any of the mod applications at all, please feel free to leave them here.