Bear Posted May 28, 2004 Yes all of the staff that is on line at the moment have seeing the new post made by Merlin,both Ax and Volt have had Pm's sent to them and should be here shortly. Until then we are asking that all members please refrain from sending Pm's to staff and to keep all post pertaining to the current situation with in forum rules. Thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave Posted May 29, 2004 Yes, Merlin has pulled a very tasteless hoax on the members here. Considering the true losses we have suffered, it's hard to believe that anyone could do something so cruel to our community. It appears that a dozen accounts were created on one computer to help perpetuate this hoax. I don't really care to hear an explanation from him/her/them. All the accounts that have been created will be banned. I wish we could do more, because Merlin deserves to get much worse. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zzyzzx Posted May 29, 2004 I am new to 'the Pit', having just joined in February, but I believe that there are truly a lot of caring, knowledgeable people here who are willing to take the time and help others out of the goodness of their heart, and it is sad when someone takes advantage of that kindness in this sort of reprehensible way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TracyLynn Posted May 29, 2004 Can we know what the other fake names were? Is little guy one of them too since he posted both threads about Merlin? This is the internet I guess nothing should surprise me by this point but with all the good and bad things here at times I have really made some good friends here.. I just wondered how many of the other names we have been conned by Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Devanski Posted May 29, 2004 What a sorry thing to happen to a well meaning community....Plenty of good guys here....'one bad apple and all that'.....Thanks Merlin....you're a real hoot...pull the wings off flies do you?...or maybe something more sinister...who knows....frankly...I feel nothing but pity for you and your sorry crew....The people here will still go on helping and caring and laughing and disagreeing...you have lost your right to be part of this decent community...RIP....it didn't have too be like that...hope it was worth it...it will be tomorrows talking point...nothing else.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kd5 Posted May 29, 2004 (edited) I don't resent the sentiments expressed when we heard of his "demise", it just illustrates to me that we are indeed a loving and caring family here. But I do resent being deceived like that. -kd5- Edited May 29, 2004 by kd5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankus Posted May 29, 2004 (edited) TracyLynn Posted: May 29 2004, 02:42 AM I just wondered how many of the other names we have been conned byI was thinking the same ...Its very dark mind that gets jollies out of this sort of thing... Out of interest ...why not have one IP address ...only one access ....? Edited May 29, 2004 by Tankus Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KRAM Posted May 29, 2004 (edited) Hey I just saw merlin in here. Look at the user names in this picture. Picture EDIT: I just uploaded a new picture with mouse pointer on his name, so the mods could see the link if I where to click his name. Edited May 29, 2004 by KRAM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
No Mercy...DTA Posted May 29, 2004 I've always said......... People who are fakers and liers......well..... eventually they get caught..... Cause eventually they slip up! *insert all his/her/it's names here*.........ya make me sick! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hftmrock Posted May 29, 2004 (edited) I was just looking at past threads started by him and saw he was telling us his story about his daughter and the tough time she had. I have to wonder if everything he posted was a scam. This guy needs some help I feel sorry for him needing to do this for attention Edited May 29, 2004 by hftmrock Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Newdles Posted May 29, 2004 I said what I had to say already in another post. I'm glad to see the problem has been handled and I'm with you Dave on wishing there was more that could be done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DarkWave Posted May 29, 2004 I think little guy is the same person too. Look at the over-usage of exclamation points in any of their posts Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viking Posted May 29, 2004 Merlin isn't yet banned. He is here right now. Merlin, do you have a good time reading all the posts about you? I never knew you, how lucky I am. Go find a doc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
radio Posted May 29, 2004 here's the list of users that had their accounts locked today:firstbuilder almosttechnical puterdad cagedfury merlin_ merlins_wife Merliness Never_Thought polyphemus coolbits1973 coolbits73 littleguy only_modz1 JustModz care_to_explain words don't do justice to how I feel about this... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bear Posted May 29, 2004 (edited) Can we know what the other fake names were?The ok has been given so here you are firstbuilder almosttechnical puterdad cagedfury merlin_ merlins_wife Merliness Never_Thought polyphemus coolbits1973 coolbits73 littleguy only_modz1 JustModz care_to_explain Well it looks like a double post just going to leave it Edited May 29, 2004 by The Bear Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Y kawika Posted May 29, 2004 Always be wary of the trolls my friends and family. They are devisive and manipulative. I hope you do not take this as something that is taken lightly. To play on emotions for the joy of it is reprehensible. Money wasn't requested as I've seen on other boards, so that is a plus. The internet is vague, be wary always, even in a comfortable community such as the Pit. I salute the Admins and Mods as well as someone who lurked these boards for quite awhile, and then saw the indescrepancy: King Arthur, who first posted his/her findings as a First Post. We will always protect the members of this forum, and your aide is always welcome. :)Y edit: Holy smokes, this has to be a record for the longest time I've ever spent in GD! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muttonhunter Posted May 29, 2004 can anyone say......Andy Kaufman? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OneCool Posted May 29, 2004 damn thats just crazy....ohwell ...I think they need alittle :help: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bear Posted May 29, 2004 Merlin isn't yet banned. He is here right now. Merlin, do you have a good time reading all the posts about you? I never knew you, how lucky I am. Go find a doc. He along with all the other names are unable to post Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OneCool Posted May 29, 2004 (edited) King Arthur, who first posted his/her findings as a First Post. I remember that and now I feel bad about how I thought about them for for sayin it Edited May 29, 2004 by OneCool Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TracyLynn Posted May 29, 2004 I am trying to understand how the banning thing works.. I just saw his name in the list and it was highlighted in black... is it not possible to also block his IP address here so that he can't ever get in here again? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jacee Posted May 29, 2004 I've always said......... People who are fakers and liers......well..... eventually they get caught..... Cause eventually they slip up! *insert all his/her/it's names here*.........ya make me sick! Cathie, yes that person (dare I say person) slipped up, but if [it] didn't want to get caught, then [it] wouldn't have come back and posted with merlin's name. I have been mad and sad for our members, ever since I found out about this hoax. "Grief" is pain....it's emotionally draining to people going through it for a loved one.....how dare someone inflict it on purpose as a joke. This 'dude' is now watching us.....getting yet, another 'high' from [it's] actions. What a sick-0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KRAM Posted May 29, 2004 Sorry to say this, but he has another name. no one http://pcpitstop.ibforums.com/index.php?ac...iew=getlastpost Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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