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I'm sorry to say that this should change
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Mythendor
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Hey Shirecraft! I really don't want to bring this up, but I think I should. I'm talking about the shop in the galleria titled "Glass that A**." The name of this shop is really funny, and as a 15-year-old, I'm ok with swearing, especially minor swear words like "a**." But I don't think everyone is. We have 10-year-olds and even younger on this server, and I don't think it is appropriate for such a public and common location to have a swear word, even a minor one, in it's name. This discussion is going to seem petty and ridiculous to some members, and make me seem really annoying, but I think we should rename this shop. It is funny and clever, but ultimately not appropriate. I'm sorry to say that this should change.
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We definitely hear where you're coming from, and given that we had such a large incident involving inappropriate signs recently, your concern is understandable. However, given what most members talk about in global chat on a daily basis and the far worse things you can find in every corner of the server (take a walk through Fulfwotz when you get the chance), it simply isn't that big of a deal. Older players here have always tried to avoid babying younger members and over-sheltering them (though the signs from the wall a few months ago was clearly crossing a line). I, personally, believe that exposure and then being taught how to handle such things properly is better than no exposure at all.As a former 10-year-old, I think you may be underestimating them. When I was 10, I said ass. If a player applies who is younger than 10, we will typically speak with their parents first to ensure that both the parent and the applicant is aware of the risks of entering such an environment. In the end, I can guarantee you that even a 10 year old is going to care about seeing the word "ass" just as much as a 20 year old would.If this fails to reassure you, you are certainly more than free to keep your areas suitable for very young players; but fixing such a small expression in a relatively minor shop will ultimately be left to its creator. Thank you for your concern.19
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