Otto

A & TenFour I recently defended myself on a thread similar to how you two have and it was deemed as to be not dealing with criticism very well. But I'm going to throw a guess out here and say because it's me that has made this post and that you're making your comments against me that you've handled this criticism perfectly! The double standards here are borderline ridiculous.

Speak to anyone that actually knows me, I'd say start with Kharyrll or Adex and they will both confirm that there's no malice in my post. I'm not bitter or anything of the sort like the perception of me seemingly is. I say things as they are and leave it at that.

A "all I see if baseless negative feedback towards staff who did not agree with your application" - heck, if that was true there would be no positive feedback?

You may well not be a mathematician but have you ever had an exam where certain questions are worth extra marks that others? Yes, that's how an even amount of positive/negative points reached that score. At which point did I say sTaFf CaN't PlAy ThE GaMe? I didnt. I simply said what I see which is that his focuses seem elsewhere. God forbid should someone comment on how they see things.

As for liking the fact my application was declined. You dont view that as being unprofessional? Back when I was staff I would tell people not to like that or appeals being declined as it's actually terrible form in my opinion. I know since I've left the team others have voiced their opinion on the same subject but of course, because it's me saying it, it's deemed as holding a vendetta.

Oh thanks for pointing out I'm no longer Admin. I actually wasn't aware! I can voice my opinion on whether I think someone should or shouldn't be on the team if I wish. At the end of the day, I dont make the decisions nor influence them. I've simply said what I see. I have no ill feelings towards to gain, we arent exactly friends but we talk now and then. There was no malicious intent there whatsoever. But once again, because it's me posting and my emotions quite clearly get the better of me let's all pile onto Otto!

There are no personal attacks whatsoever in my post. I've simply said how I see things, as have you and everyone else who has replied. If mine are deemed as personal attacks then surely I'm being attacked here by every single reply?

The double standards between how my posts are received and how others are, are absolutely ridiculous. I bet not one of the replies to my post will be deemed by others as letting your emotions rule a response. Yet I'm assuming all of mine will be?

Have a nice day.

7 & arcadus - I appreciate the replies, thanks. I personally feel that it should be a requirement for x-amount of staff to be in Alora CC and you guys don't, that's the beauty of having an opinion.

 

arcadus - Now I've posted this, I understand people may think this is a post because I was declined. I have no regrets about posting it. It's why this forum is here. I could have chosen a better time to post as no doubt it will be perceived as a salty post but I'm at peace with the decision that was made. I both accept and respect it and have no hard feelings. 

 

I'm not gonna kiss ass as it's not what I'm about. I've posted constructive criticism and totally expect staff members to reply defending their colleagues/team. As for Real Try response? Well, I guess that says more about them than I. 

 

Thanks again for the replies!

I feel there could be a few small adjustments to the staff team but as a whole, I feel we have one of the strongest teams we've ever had here on Alora. The main aspect I feel could be improved is staff being Alora clan chat. The amount of times myself(not as much recently), Mousey420, Trailerpark, Blackpoiint hold down the chat is borderline silly(sorry if I missed anyone else out!). I remember the days where Server Supports and Server Mods HAD to be in the clan chat. Exceptions for Raids etc obviously. I understand the clan scene is perhaps bigger now but I have a screenshot of peak time on a Sunday. 11 staff members online, 724 players and not one in Alora CC. I'd personally view that as a priority?

 

 

 

Omicron & Lowkey not sure what I can say about you two that hasn't already been said. Both the heartbeat of Alora and contribute so much to the server. The past 3 and a bit years have been a great journey and you can both be proud of what you've achieved. Won't drag this out because like I previously stated, not sure what I can say that others haven't already. Keep doing you. 10/10.

 

Event Manager

IM Moe

You've done a fantastic job ensuring events are here every weekend without fail. I can imagine hosting pretty much the same events time after time becoming rather tedious but you still do a great job hosting every week. There have been a few different PvP events recently which is good to see. 9/10.

Administrator

Kaamea

I thought when there was the initial outburst of Admins leaving you stood up really well and proved your worth as an Admin. Since they've returned to the team I haven't seen as much from you. Main priority is seemingly to gain exp these days. Of course I understand there's work that goes on behind the scenes but I can only comment on what I see. I also thought it was very unprofessional of you to like the comment of my staff application being declined. Whether you "liked" that or not I thought that was very poor form from yourself to publicly show that. 3/10.

 

 

Smiv

Similar to Kaamea, I understand a lot of work goes in behind the scenes but other than that I see nothing from you ingame. Yeah you play your GIM and live in ICE CC but as a staff member I don't see what you offer. Obviously you've reached Admin for a reason but currently I can't really see why. 4/10.

 

Hellish

I've always thought you did well to reach Event Manager but since returning to the team you've impressed me even more. Very active both ingame and Discord which is always a positive and consistently seen helping too. You don't take anything to heart, can have a joke but also know when to be serious. Keep up the good work! 8/10.

 

God

Probably the most professional staff member I've ever seen here. You always conduct yourself to a very high standard which considering some of the players you deal with at times, isn't always easy. Highly respected member of the community, when you speak, people tend to listen and come on board. 9/10.

 

Mack

Another one who since returning to the team I've been very impressed by. As a staff member you've always conducted yourself to a high standard. A few dubious/flamebaiting comments were made when you weren't on the team but that's by the by.  Still spend a lot of time in Alora CC answering questions on top of your other duties which is highly commendable and should be an example to all Supports & Mods. 8/10.

 

Global Moderator

Iron Champie

Seemingly stepped up in recent times to assist Moe with events which is good to see. I see you a decent amount in Alora CC which is great to see. If you were to step up to EM I'd like to see you get involved a little more with the community beforehand. Doing a solid job however. 7/10.

 

Kharyrll

With someone who has played the game as much as you have it would be very easy to sit back and just take it easy but not for you. You always strive to be better which I respect. Not in the public eye too much so I guess it would be nice to see you get involved with the community a little bit more, but other than that, an outstanding staff member. 8.5/10.

 

Banks

Similar to Carol, you have a wealth of experience and know how to get the job done here. You've always conducted yourself very well and to a high standard. Would be nice to see you more involved ingame with players, only slight criticism I have. 8/10.

 

J boogs

In my honest opinion, one of two standout staff members at the moment. Your ingame knowledge is great and activity isn't bad either. Consistently helping in Alora CC, you haven't let the GMOD rank go to your head. Simply remembered what has gotten you that rank, and if you keep working the way you are, I think you'll be well deserving of Admin soon. A role model to all Supports and other Mods. 9/10.

 

Paine

I think you've done a fine job since returning to the team. Nothing outstanding but most certainly fulfilling the needs of the team and community. You do the basics well, I.E yelling reminders etc which is good and necessary. 7/10.

 

To gain

I always thought you were a good Event Manager but must have been demoted for a good reason. Since your demotion I don't recall seeing you once ingame(activity log shows you have but just from what I've seen). Sometimes you let emotions dictate your decisions as per a few screenshots I don't need to show anyone. We all know which. I think it's possibly time to resign and give someone else a shot. 2/10.

 

Code 002

Haven't seen too much from you since your return but I know how good of a staff member you were/are. You try to keep Discord fairly active which isn't easy! Would be good to see a little more ingame from you. 6/10.

 

Forum Moderator

A

Forums are pretty clean which is all we ask for! I know Forum Mods need to be active ingame too though. Your activity has certainly picked up recently from what I've seen. Keep heading in that direction and you'll make a very good staff member. 6/10.

 

Server Moderator

Fiji Drip

Very respected in the community and a very good staff member. My only criticism is I never see you outside of ICE CC. I think if you could add some extra time into Alora CC you can be recognised for your work more than you already are, and can become an excellent staff member. 7/10.

 

Elite Yin

I personally see nothing from you ingame. I get that you're a leader of one of the biggest clans on Alora but if it wasn't for the occasional yell(which don't tend to be staff related), I wouldn't even know you were a staff member. 3/10.

 

Adex

The second of the two stand out staff members. Friendship aside, the job you've been doing for a substantial amount of time I think perhaps isn't even recognised by your peers. The amount of times during GMT mornings/afternoons you're the only staff member online is rather crazy and you seemingly manage all situations great. I do hope that the higher leadership team know the work you do. I can see you going all the way in the team. Keep up the good work. 9/10.

 

GIM Flex

You went through a phase of being rather active and very helpful but I can't remember the last time I saw you ingame. I'm hoping it's a timezone issue as I thought you were decent. I think you need to improve the activity or give someone else a chance. 5/10.

 

TenFour

From the interactions I've had with you, you seem like a cool guy. But I'm not sure if you should be a staff member. I think you may have been promoted just because you're Kaamea's GIM partner and active ingame. As a Support I didn't think you deserved to be promoted to Mod, and now you're a Moderator I still haven't seen anything. For how active you are ingame, you probably spend 5% of your time in Alora CC not actively answering questions either, which IMO, isn't good enough. 2/10.

 

Vape Tricks

Another one who I think race may have been run. In the past 2 months I can count on 1 hand how many times I've seen you ingame. I hope it is a timezone issue but if not, just give someone else a chance and resign. 3/10.

 

Dante

I was fairly surprised to see you return to the team but I thought you did a good job during your first tenure. This time round I haven't seen the same although your activity does seem to be improving as is you yelling and being helpful. Hopefully you keep this up. 5/10.

 

Server Support - I'm very critical to Supports and I am aware that I have a different timezone to you all. But I can only comment on what I see. 

MT

I actually can't recall the last time I saw you ingame. There's an 8 hour difference between us so I think that's the majority of it, but I struggle to believe you're that active if I haven't seen you. I think you're very confrontational on the forums and often go looking a lot deeper into people's posts than necessary. I'll use myself as an example. In one my posts there was no malice whatsoever but you managed to turn my comment against me. You constantly nitpick and I feel there's just no need for it. 2/10.

 

F

I thought you were deserving of a chance to become Support and you started off pretty solid. Your activity has either fallen off a cliff or you've forgotten where Alora CC is. You need to get back to where you were post promotion to remain on the team IMO. 2/10.

 

Stone

Probably the best Support at the moment but I honestly don't think that takes much currently(sorry for the backhanded compliment). I was critical on your application of you not spending enough time in Alora CC and it's good to see you address that and make the necessary changes. I'd still like to see a little more from you but I think you deserve a chance to take the next step to Moderator. 6/10.

 

NOT TROTZ

Personally I think you were just promoted because of your streams. I didn't see enough pre-promotion and haven't seen anything more post promotion. You yell now and then and answer a few questions in Alora CC but still not enough I don't think. 1/10.

 

A BJ

Very similar to Trotz. I don't see enough ingame to warrant your rank. If you are inactivate atm, and I guess this goes for all staff, a little post to explain the situation(don't need to know details just that you're M.I.A temp) would go a long way. 1/10.

 

Miya

I think you've done an okay job since your promotion. Definitely deserved the chance to prove yourself and I think this far expectations are being met. Keep doing you and I'm sure in due time you'll be given the opportunity to prove yourself further. 6/10.

 

 

 

 

 

No comments I've made are personal and I hope they can be taken in a constructive manner. I do apologise if anyone I've said is inactive is actually active and it's just a timezone issue. I can only comment on what I see.

 

Thanks for reading :)

Take care and return when you're ready too! 

You're doing great. Keep up the good work :)

Hey guys, I thought I would share my achievements for February with everyone! Will try and do one at the beginning of every month rather than updating my old thread.

 

So the month began awfully. I was grinding some more Barrow's as I really wanted Ahrim's and ended up pulling a Karil's set with my third 15k set! The previous 2 were both Guthan's. As it stands I have 20/24 items with no Ahrim's top or skirt. F. 282 Barrow's runs completed. 

 

 

After this I turned my attention to the Infernal Cape. I had never attempted The Inferno before so when the training modes came out I thought I would give it a shot. I've always been fine with Jad so the triple Jads were fine. A couple of successful training kills and I went in. I died a few times at Zuk due to a couple of misclicks which were rather annoying but on my fifth or sixth attempt I finally succeeded! Huge shoutout to Banks for their guide. Great help and anyone who is attempting to get their first cape I'd urge you to check out their guide here.

 

 

After that I moved onto Demonics for a short while. I got fairly lucky with the 2 Zenyte drops I've had so far. 2 in 288 KC. I'll take that! Still need to head back for a third but will do that in due course.

 

 

 

After this I've really just done some random bossing and skilling. I'm currently ridiculously dry at Lucky Imps. I'd hazard a guess at 1.5k dry now which is killing me! Suicide plank incoming. A few other drops I've gotten below.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I've gained about 250m exp this past month, which has seen me climb to rank 18 Overall from 26.

 

 

Goals for March?

 

- Ranger Boots

- Achievement Diary complete

- 100 completed CoX(currently at 21)

- Rank 11 on HCIM Highscores.

 

Thanks for taking the time to read.

 

Otto 

Best of luck. Looking forward to seeing your journey unfold :)

@Otto any chance there is a written one? It's easier I feel if I were able to take quick looks as I go maybe. I am definitely going to watch the guide though, I feel like getting to the jad phase wont be too difficult as soon as I figure out my pillars...hopefully lol

Unfortunately the written guide is no longer with us. This guide really did help me however. I hope it has the same end result for you https://www.alora.io...-inferno-guide/

As previously stated, the guide is a great platform!

 

You can also purchase an Inferno training ticket from the Vote shop for 400 points which will spawn you wave 68. Please note, if successful you won't get the cape!

So smooth. Looks fantastic! Great work Omicron & Slyther :)

Welcome back man. Great to see you!

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Congrats lad :)

Staff

 

 

Best Event Manager: IM Moe

 

Best Administrator: Kaamea

 

Best Global Moderator: Banks, God & Kharyrll

 

Best Forum Moderator: Morgen

 

Best Server Moderator: Adex

 

Best Server Support: MT

 

Most active on Discord: Paine

 

Most active In-game: Kharyrll

 

Most active on Forums: Dante

 

Most Respected: Banks

 

Most Potential Promotion: Adex, Banks, God & Kharyrll

 

Funniest Staff Member: Smiv

 

Overall Best Staff Member: God

 

 

Players

 

 

Most Active In-game: imNL

 

Most Active on Forums: RFD

 

Most Active on Discord: Mhk

 

Most Active Overall: Chromecast

 

Most Wealthy: SK

 

Most Addicted to Gambling: Thorru

 

Most Friendly: 11

 

Most Respected: Code 002

 

Coolest Veteran: Extremedanny

 

Best Helper: Mousey420

 

Best Edgeville Pker: 

 

Best Hybrid:

 

Best NH Pker:

 

Best PvMer: Extremedanny

 

Best Raider: Vespina

 

Best Skiller: Noobair

 

Best Clan: Ice

 

Best Ironman: arcadus

 

Best Hardcore Ironman: HC

 

Best Ultimate Ironman: Sassafras

 

Best Elite Ironman: EIM Zarox

 

Best Group ironman (Team): CMF

 

Best Group Ironman (Player): Kharyrll

 

Best Realism Player: Realism mode

 

Best Classic Player: No

 

Best GFX Designer: RFD

 

Best Youtuber: Lowkey

 

Best Streamer: Lowkey

 

Top Overall: KP

Great achievement! Congratulations :)