- last post: 01.01.0001 12:00 AM PDT
Posted by: Syn Harasaki
i just started using the forums and i was just wondering what makes people become heroic members and such, i was just wondering how you get "promoted" i guessForum titles such as Member, Heroic Member, Legendary Member, and Mythic Member are determined by your trust rating. There is an automated system that uses various metrics, such as join date, warning/ban history, along with many other things (unknown) that may affect your overall level. Nobody, but the overlord himself knows exactly how the system works, because if details were given to us, people would find a way to manipulate it.
For instance, getting suspended from the forums would make your trust rating go down, and therefore your title would go down as well. Depending on how long the ban duration is for also tells you how long this will affect your forum title. In simple terms, if you follow the forum rules, code of conduct, ect... and contribute in a constructive/appropriate manner you will eventually see yourself get promoted. You may find more information regarding this topic by visiting this thread here.
Overall, don't let that be something of great concern. The online team wants you to enjoy your experience here so don't be afraid to post, but just keep in mind that it serves as a reward for those who have fulfilled their expectations. One of my favorite quotes is, "Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character shows people who you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are."
[Edited on 03.07.2008 12:55 AM PST]