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Deva Path
Posted by: DecepticonCobra
We are all going to get banned aren't we?
Posted by: DecepticonCobra
This thread is here to properly help those of you who wish to create a thread dedicated to one universe fight another universe. Examples include, but are not limited to Halo vs Star Wars, Halo vs Star Trek, and so on.
Over the Universe's history, we've had our fair share of vs threads. Though they are great fun, they quickly turn into a festering mess of angry fanboys fighting against other angry fanboys. It's not pretty.
Below are some basic ground rules to consider before making such a thread.
Rule #1
Set up the scenario.
Once you have your forces collected, you need to set the stage for your conflict. Typically a neutral location away from your faction's respective universes is ideal in case one side may have something special about their universe that gives them an unfair advantage.
Example: Star Wars' galaxy is surrounded by a hyperspace anomaly that prevents most of their forces from leaving. If it was Halo they were fighting, Halo could come or go as they please since exiting the Milky Way galaxy seems adapt at to that universe. Ignore the anomaly for Wars and then start fighting.
Rule #2
Bring in your units.
Before actually fighting though, you need to establish the units you are bringing it. If you feel it is necessary, bring in as many as you want. Once more people from the opposing side get their units down, the actual conflict can commence.
Rule #3
Keep up with the thread.
Nobody cares how much of an expert you are in any universe, keep up with the thread. If you are a newcomer and the thread in question is many pages in progress, start at the beginning. Nothing is more annoying than someone who comes into the thread without reading it and going "Halo beats all -blam!-es!". Such posts only create added tension to the thread.
Rule #4
Superweapons.
Pretty self-explanatory, things like the Halo rings, the Death Star, and so on are a tricky subject. While superweapons are part of sci-fi, the debate quickly becomes about them and them only. I would invalidate superweapons from participation, but if you are going to use them, make them logical. Don't say "I activate the Halo rings, Halo wins, debate over."
Rule #5
Know your stuff.
This should be obvious, but usually the smart people in the debate are drowned out by people who just spout random crap about the universe they are defending. This is where your sources come into play.
Use items like books, games, movies, and other media to make your argument about the power and efficiency of the vehicles, weapons, and forces at work in the debate. If you make a statement, provide the source of where you go it. That includes a quote, page number if it's a book or comic, or a video if it's a game or film.
Also, if the media in question has information about the weaknesses of your universes units, provide that too.
List of things not to do.
-If you do not understand the mechanics behind the universe that you are using (Mass Effect tech being based on Relays) then don't participate, even if your favorite universe is involved, ignorance is no excuse.
-If you are not going to accept the fact that your side might not win (Forerunners vs Xeelee or Reapers vs Forerunners) then don't participate. Covering your ears, or eyes in this case, and not accepting any opposing argument is not needed.
-Don't make a thread when it is obvious who would emerge victorious. (Forerunners vs Ewoks)
Conclusion
In conclusion, I hope those of you interested in vs threads read this and come away with something. When done right such threads can be fun mental exercises and a way to show your stuff, but that isn't always the case. Hope this helps.
I would like to credit grey101 for the help and the rest of the canon crew, you know who you are.