Disclaimer: I am just asking a question. I am not attacking anyone. <-----In before someone assumes I am.
There are certain topics that come up all the time. They typically go the same way every time with regard to point/counterpoint. Sometimes a new person will bring up the topic again, but sometimes someone who is very aware of these topics will do so. I know this because they will say something such as "It seems the common opinion on the boards is ......"
My question is this---> What are you/they(for those who have not done so) expecting to happen? Do you have a new thought that has never been presented? Is there something that gives you a reason to think things will be different this time?
Before someone comes in and says:
"You are not the forum police?",
"Why are you so angry?"
"If you don't like it don't read it."
or tries to perform some other mind reading attempt I will remind you, that none of those apply to this topic---> I am just asking a question.
I might not even reply unless prompted because Wraithstrike is in listening mode, not debate mode, at least for this topic. :)
PS: I am not referring to "paladin fall" threads because they normally are unique situations, even if the answer is normally clear.
PS2: I am not referring to rules threads either such as stealth and grapple.
I usually assume the poster of the new thread hasn't seen an older one. Not everybody searches before making a new thread, and those coming from other message boards might be used to rules about not reviving an old thread.
Barring that, I'd say it's either people who think they have a new take on an issue, or just want to check the temperature and see if the same opinions are still the dominant view.