Question: Circumventing swear filter

#1 - April 9, 2013, 6:40 p.m.

I would like a moderator to an answer this question. If I get another infraction again for using this word, so be it, because I do not understand the logic what-so-ever.

But I posted something that had the following sentence in it.
“Who the eff cares?”
I received an infraction for this and the reason given was “We have a swear filter on this forum for a reason, please refrain from attempts to circumvent it.”. As I have said this for YEARS, so I do not actually swear in real life, I am quite perplexed at the infraction.

Here is the conundrum, if this is deemed circumventing a swear filter, than what would the acronym of “WTF” be? Isn’t this a form of circumventing as well? Yet, there are many posts with this as well.

Sorry, but this infraction seems kind of asinine in my opinion. Then again, this is my opinion. I just find it very hypocritical and would like a moderator’s opinion on the manner, as I just don’t find it logical in any manner.

Gaile Gray

#9 - April 10, 2013, 5:25 p.m.

For really good reasons, there is are rules against using foul language in the game or on the forums. This include using “creative spellling” or acronyms to dodge the Name and Word Filter. Not all instances will be seen, reported, or censored, but for the most part, an effort is made to prevent people from typing words or phrases that, even if disguised, are basically offensive.

It may seem a little restrictive, but overall the policy is designed to keep the game world better for everyone.