how do I dispute a negative reference?

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SirBrokenSword ( 74 )
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how do I dispute a negative reference?

Post by SirBrokenSword »

yeah, so that's the question. I don't want to make things public unless they have too be, but I recently got a negative reference I don't think was very appropriate. How do I contact a moderator about that? I pmed magikal memories about 2 weeks ago but haven't heard anything.
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3eland ( 78 )
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Re: how do I dispute a negative reference?

Post by 3eland »

MM is currently busy with work, therefore it might take a while for him to reply.

What you want to do is PM Linrandir.
Process of Appeal
Very simple. Email me (Linrandir) and present your case. If you are appealing a decision I have made, your appeal will be forwarded to another Administrator who was not directly involved in your situation. Be advised that correct logic, evidence (as per a Bad Trader Report) and clear thinking will get you farther than playing rules lawyer, arguing semantics, threats, personal attacks, or appealing to my sentimental nature. Use of any logical fallacies in your appeal will not be looked upon kindly. I, or another uninvolved Administrator, will investigate the situation and render a final judgment. We reserve the right to modify consequences as we deem appropriate.

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MagickalMemories ( 832 )
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Re: how do I dispute a negative reference?

Post by MagickalMemories »

I'm back and will be on to the best of my ability for a while.
I have 25 PMs in queue.
If you have not yet PMed Linrandir, then don't. I'll get to you... eventually.

Please, keep in mind that IF YOU BACKED OUT (by BT's rules of what constitutes a Back Out), I will let the negative reference stand.


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I think what this situation needs is some imagination.

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Want my help with a BTR or backout? All messages sent/posted should be in CHRONOLOGICAL order. Otherwise, I just won't read it.
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