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Subject: What a good Halo 2 theory needs.
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I, for one, have gotten sick of numerous people posting the same topic, fighting for the same theory, without useful evidence. So here, use these guidelines and you theory will be better received, you will convince more people, and you gain respect.

1) Use proper English when typing. Don't cut words short, like typing u for you. Only use caps where it is grammatically correct, or when stressing a couple of words. It ticks people off when your whole post is in caps. Use commas, periods, and spaces where need. Finally, proof-read what you wrote. Make sure it is in a logical order, meaning every 'A' has a 'B', every 'First' has a 'Second.'

2) Search for your topic. Cheack the first three-four pages, and make sure someone hasn't posted that already. If someone has, skim through, and before you add to it make sure you are not adding what someone already has. I know that everyone wants to post and be thought of as smart for pointing something out, but when every other post says the same thing it gets boring.

3) Research. Before posting a new theory, research it. Read the books, they help a lot. Try to find information in other theories that you can use. Compile your information into a brainstorm, and from there make a guide to follow when typing it up.

4) CITE YOUR INFORMATION. The worst theories to read are the ones where there are no cites to the books, games, or other posts. If you want to be believed, cite. It is that simple. Citing your sources is as simple as this. "Blah blah blah blah blah blah." (The Fall of Reach p. 1034.) If you are using information found in the game, state the level. If your information is found here in a post, state the name of the topic, page number it is on, and the author. Give credit where credit is due.

5) Have an open mind. Although this isn't directly related to posting a good theory, it is related to how people view you after posting your theory. Encourage people to try to find holes in your theory. If someone does, go back and look at the problem area. Come up with more information backing your view, not the same stuff over and over.

An example of a good theory is Eagle 117's, called "the most conclusive theory ever." (or something like that?) In it he gives a sound, well typed, researched, and cited arguement supporting his theory. He had an open mind, and invited people to find the holes in his theory.

Now, I know I am probably missing something, so if I am jsut pm me and I will add it where it should fit. So read this, use it, and many of us here at the bungie forums will respect you and look forward to reading your work.

-Also, this applies to any post being made. Although some parts might not, some do. Always use good English, check to make sure it is a NEW idea or topic, and KEEP AN OPEN MIND!!!

Good luck!

-Erls

[Edited on 7/14/2004 9:11:48 AM]

  • 07.13.2004 5:02 PM PDT

There are two groups of people in the world - those that hope, and those that wish. The first group hopes that nothing bad will happen. The second group wishes that they are there when it does. Which one are you?

-Felix

Excellent guidelines.....in a perfect world.

  • 07.13.2004 5:03 PM PDT
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Yea I know the world isn't perfect, but hopefully it is read and followed by some.

  • 07.13.2004 5:05 PM PDT

thank god for your god complex.

  • 07.13.2004 5:05 PM PDT

There are two groups of people in the world - those that hope, and those that wish. The first group hopes that nothing bad will happen. The second group wishes that they are there when it does. Which one are you?

-Felix

I really hope so too, but my expectations are low.

  • 07.13.2004 5:18 PM PDT
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Yea mine are low too. The only way people will ever read this is if it is kept one page one...

...and even then odds are no one will.

But hey gotta try you know?

[Edited on 7/13/2004 7:28:22 PM]

  • 07.13.2004 5:26 PM PDT
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C'mon people read this and learn something

  • 07.14.2004 8:29 AM PDT
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w00t for guidelines. i hate it when people don't give at least a description of what's going on in that part of the book, if they can't give a page #.

  • 07.14.2004 8:32 AM PDT

Me: "OMFG, Dude... wtf!"
AbolitionofMan: "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to betray you."
Me: "That's the 4th time in this game alone!"
Chris: "Third, besides he had the flag I was trying to stop him, how was I supposed to know you were there."
Me: "I said, 'I got the Flag, don't shoot.'"
Chris: "Well those Wraith shots take a while to reach you."
Me: "You were right next to me, I had killed him and a minute passed before you decided to shoot."
Chris: "Hahahahaha, yeah... that was great."

Well said, I know I am at fault as well. (Sorry all for the cluster -blam!- of my theory posts). It seems if I can get the orgainization down then I'm set, I have everything else taken care of.

Achilles

  • 07.14.2004 8:36 AM PDT
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Posted by: Erls
I, for one, have gotten sick of numerous people posting the same topic, fighting for the same theory, without useful evidence. So here, use these guidelines and you theory will be better received, you will convince more people, and you gain respect.

1) Use proper English when typing. Don't cut words short, like typing u for you. Only use caps where it is grammatically correct, or when stressing a couple of words. It ticks people off when your whole post is in caps. Use commas, periods, and spaces where need. Finally, proof-read what you wrote. Make sure it is in a logical order, meaning every 'A' has a 'B', every 'First' has a 'Second.'

2) Search for your topic. Cheack the first three-four pages, and make sure someone hasn't posted that already. If someone has, skim through, and before you add to it make sure you are not adding what someone already has. I know that everyone wants to post and be thought of as smart for pointing something out, but when every other post says the same thing it gets boring.

3) Research. Before posting a new theory, research it. Read the books, they help a lot. Try to find information in other theories that you can use. Compile your information into a brainstorm, and from there make a guide to follow when typing it up.

4) CITE YOUR INFORMATION. The worst theories to read are the ones where there are no cites to the books, games, or other posts. If you want to be believed, cite. It is that simple. Citing your sources is as simple as this. "Blah blah blah blah blah blah." (The Fall of Reach p. 1034.) If you are using information found in the game, state the level. If your information is found here in a post, state the name of the topic, page number it is on, and the author. Give credit where credit is due.

5) Have an open mind. Although this isn't directly related to posting a good theory, it is related to how people view you after posting your theory. Encourage people to try to find holes in your theory. If someone does, go back and look at the problem area. Come up with more information backing your view, not the same stuff over and over.

An example of a good theory is Eagle 117's, called "the most conclusive theory ever." (or something like that?) In it he gives a sound, well typed, researched, and cited arguement supporting his theory. He had an open mind, and invited people to find the holes in his theory.

Now, I know I am probably missing something, so if I am jsut pm me and I will add it where it should fit. So read this, use it, and many of us here at the bungie forums will respect you and look forward to reading your work.

-Also, this applies to any post being made. Although some parts might not, some due. Always use good English, check to make sure it is a NEW idea or topic, and KEEP AN OPEN MIND!!!

Good luck!

-Erls



-w00t! Nice rules!

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Haahhahahahaha....sorry, that was too funny...You(Erls) said Although some parts might not, some due. Always use good English and you spelt do wrong!!bahahahahahah..that was too funny...what a hypocritical statement

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Ok sorry I used the wrong do/due. I'll change it.

  • 07.14.2004 9:11 AM PDT

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They didn't tell us what it was it could have been anything. Frankie gets scared easy incase you didn't know.

-BH-

Been here 6 years, been blacklisted 6 times, that's why I'm not Mythic.

the only guidelines needed are where u got ur info and good english caus no one wants to take an hour to write a paragraph becasue they have to use a dictionary

  • 07.14.2004 9:33 AM PDT
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When did I say use a dictionary? I stated use good grammer, spell your words as best as you can, proofread to cath the obvious mistakes, and cite.

  • 07.14.2004 12:37 PM PDT

Great post Erls!

This is a good topic for New Mombasa:)

[Edited on 7/14/2004 12:49:09 PM]

  • 07.14.2004 12:46 PM PDT
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Well put, Eris.

  • 07.14.2004 12:56 PM PDT
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well most people dont wanna spend time being geeks and nerds over one post as long as i can read the damn post its fine by me

  • 07.14.2004 1:00 PM PDT
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Geeks and nerds rule the world : )

  • 07.14.2004 1:23 PM PDT
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Posted by: Blurr
well most people dont wanna spend time being geeks and nerds over one post as long as i can read the damn post its fine by me


What time? It took me maybe 5 extra minutes to type that up looking it over and using English. It takes close to no extra time and is a lot easier to read, plus it makes your arguement seem more professional.

  • 07.15.2004 8:29 AM PDT
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They should sticky this

[Edited on 7/15/2004 8:35:14 AM]

  • 07.15.2004 8:34 AM PDT
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nice work Erls.

this should be displayed somewhere.....for all to read.

I totally agree about the grammer part. its just really aweful to try and undestand someone when they are smashing on the keyboard.

anyway, thats my 2 cents

  • 07.15.2004 9:12 AM PDT
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Thanks for the props guys.

[Edited on 7/15/2004 8:36:00 PM]

  • 07.15.2004 8:35 PM PDT