Learn to stop the cycle of hate!

[Ardon]

Morfic <3

[Econodeath]

First they came for the communists,
and I didn't speak out because I wasn't a communist.
Then they came for the trade unionists,
and I didn't speak out because I wasn't a trade unionist.
Then they came for the Jews,
and I didn't speak out because I wasn't a Jew.
Then they came for me
and there was no one left to speak out for me.

Martin Niemöller


...one of my favorite quote.

Very similar to the poem we had read back in high school.
Even though they aren't exactly the same I have to ask you.
Don't you see the sadness there?
All I was trying to do with this thread is try to open peoples mind and help stop cycles of hatred or bigetry ( I don't think I spelled that right)
Even with all the siliness that has been going through this thread I really just want to help all of us grow closer in a way.
Kind of lets say unite us under the flag of respect and understanding.

[Samhayne]

A plague had spread over the land. A plague that threatened human-nature itself. Laughter, fun, and sarcasm were the first victims of this plague, as it spread like wildfire to every man, woman and child with no restraint. The bringers of this plague managed to hole themselves up in a great castle on the edge of town. Day by day, the castle's population grew with a steady stream of newcomers and converted citizens pledging their fealty. This plague was known to the locals as, "Pollyanna", and it threatened their very way of life from behind the guarded walls of the castle, "lidlgudytoshoos". Was there anyone that could stand up to them?

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The ground trembled with hooves slamming hard against its surface as a ... pony?.. slowly stopped before the gates of Lidlgudytoshoos. It's mane was tussled and dust and grime coated it's legs, but still he held himself defiantly. Swinging his head high, the pony stared directly at the gates.

"I am Morfic and I have come to put an end to this plague terrorizing our lands! No more will we tolerate your Pollyanna, and no longer can I turn a blind eye to it. Know this! Wherever you turn your focus, I will be there. And wherever you choose to go, I will be waiting. I am your nemesis!", he bellowed.

The echo of his words rattled throughout the interior of the castle walls. But a moment later, came a shrill, "Heyyyy. He's not being nice!". What followed was a horrific cacophony of crying and tears that threatened to poison the soul.

Morfic closed his eyes for a second and attempted to drown the noise out of his mind. "Is there no one here to face me, in the name of Pollyanna??", he screamed over the noise.

A few moments later the castle door slowly opened, revealing two men riding out alone, one hanging back slightly. The first rider stopped some feet away from Morfic, eyes locked on his.

"My name... is White Knight Hankomachos, and you... are immature. Be gone with you back to the lands of ponies, as you are hindering our war on this land. Whatever you say in response, I will cover my ears..and go na..na...nana..a booboo.", came the quivering voice.

A smirk spread slowly across Morfic's face. "So this Pollyanna DID have a knight of its own!" he thought. Before he got the chance to respond, the second rider stepped forth.

"Don't even bother, Sir White Knight. This... Morfic, is clearly in a rage. His every action is born of anger and should be disregarded immediately.", came a soft voice from the man.

...

Slowly, Morfic began to laugh as he looked on towards the riders. "Foolish knights of castle lidlgudytoshoos. Your very actions are hypocritical and illogical. You participate in the very actions that you preach against, and you have fallen into my trap. Now the entire world can look on and see that the words you speak, hold no weight. They can see that, indeed, haters ARE going to hate. My job here is done...for now. But just know that the eye of Morfic...is upon you."

With that, Morfic slowly turned from the riders and began to prance off into the sunset.

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[Vhigdo]

A plague had spread over the land. A plague that threatened human-nature itself. Laughter, fun, and sarcasm were the first victims of this plague, as it spread like wildfire to every man, woman and child with no restraint. The bringers of this plague managed to hole themselves up in a great castle on the edge of town. Day by day, the castle's population grew with a steady stream of newcomers and converted citizens pledging their fealty. This plague was known to the locals as, "Pollyanna", and it threatened their very way of life from behind the guarded walls of the castle, "lidlgudytoshoos". Was there anyone that could stand up to them?

-------------------

The ground trembled with hooves slamming hard against its surface as a ... pony?.. slowly stopped before the gates of Lidlgudytoshoos. It's mane was tussled and dust and grime coated it's legs, but still he held himself defiantly. Swinging his head high, the pony stared directly at the gates.

"I am Morfic and I have come to put an end to this plague terrorizing our lands! No more will we tolerate your Pollyanna, and no longer can I turn a blind eye to it. Know this! Wherever you turn your focus, I will be there. And wherever you choose to go, I will be waiting. I am your nemesis!", he bellowed.

The echo of his words rattled throughout the interior of the castle walls. But a moment later, came a shrill, "Heyyyy. He's not being nice!". What followed was a horrific cacophony of crying and tears that threatened to poison the soul.

Morfic closed his eyes for a second and attempted to drown the noise out of his mind. "Is there no one here to face me, in the name of Pollyanna??", he screamed over the noise.

A few moments later the castle door slowly opened, revealing two men riding out alone, one hanging back slightly. The first rider stopped some feet away from Morfic, eyes locked on his.

"My name... is White Knight Hankomachos, and you... are immature. Be gone with you back to the lands of ponies, as you are hindering our war on this land. Whatever you say in response, I will cover my ears..and go na..na...nana..a booboo.", came the quivering voice.

A smirk spread slowly across Morfic's face. "So this Pollyanna DID have a knight of its own!" he thought. Before he got the chance to respond, the second rider stepped forth.

"Don't even bother, Sir White Knight. This... Morfic, is clearly in a rage. His every action is born of anger and should be disregarded immediately.", came a soft voice from the man.

...

Slowly, Morfic began to laugh as he looked on towards the riders. "Foolish knights of castle lidlgudytoshoos. Your very actions are hypocritical and illogical. You participate in the very actions that you preach against, and you have fallen into my trap. Now the entire world can look on and see that the words you speak, hold no weight. They can see that, indeed, haters ARE going to hate. My job here is done...for now. But just know that the eye of Morfic...is upon you."

With that, Morfic slowly turned from the riders and began to prance off into the sunset.

epic.

[morfic]

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But at least it was artsy

[Econodeath]

I get it morphic.
Its all a big joke and now I understand.
Don't ever ask for help. For the first time ever I close my eyes to another completely.
Please stay off this thread morphic.
I did say please.
Thank you.

Here let me....
Eco is a joke and loser blah blah blah.
I hope you don't find out what I was trying to prevent happens to you and yours.

[Hankomachos]

I actually enjoyed that story; it proves how awesome I am.
I mean... I am, after all, a knight!

[Econodeath]

I actually enjoyed that story; it proves how awesome I am.
I mean... I am, after all, a knight!

Hehehehe I always tell you my son calls you furry, but what I never told you was when you wear the golden armor
he calls you his furry knight......
Interesting how that worked out.
LOL

[Econodeath]

Wow now I wasn't going to result in name calling....
They called him a troll.
I didn't do it, but I have to laugh.
Alot!

[StompArtist]

Yeah... I think I'll leave this thread alone from now on.

[Snakespeare]

The reason I wanted to reference folks to "Peace Is The Way" is because he makes some really important points about how we get into fights just like this, even though we believe in peace. So let me link you up a bit: http://www.chopra.com/peace and give a quote:

"We aren't here to make the world evolve. We are here to evolve as individuals and then to spread that influence."

and especially:

"I know this sounds difficult, but let us try to be tolerant of intolerance. This is a hard one at times, but if you try the opposite—showing a hard heart against those with hard hearts of their own—all we've done is expand the problem. It's helpful (but often difficult) to remember that everyone is doing the best they can from their own level of consciousness. Trying to talk a terrorist out of his beliefs is like trying to persuade a lion to be a vegetarian. All we can realistically do is seek openings for higher awareness."

[Appleisaac]

But at least it was artsy

i will give it that

[StompArtist]

The reason I wanted to reference folks to "Peace Is The Way" is because he makes some really important points about how we get into fights just like this, even though we believe in peace. So let me link you up a bit: http://www.chopra.com/peace and give a quote:

"We aren't here to make the world evolve. We are here to evolve as individuals and then to spread that influence."

and especially:

"I know this sounds difficult, but let us try to be tolerant of intolerance. This is a hard one at times, but if you try the opposite—showing a hard heart against those with hard hearts of their own—all we've done is expand the problem. It's helpful (but often difficult) to remember that everyone is doing the best they can from their own level of consciousness. Trying to talk a terrorist out of his beliefs is like trying to persuade a lion to be a vegetarian. All we can realistically do is seek openings for higher awareness."

You sir, are completely correct and I hate you for that.

[Xaphan Fox]

When I read threads like this... it becomes more and more clear why people freak out and run away to join a pack of wolves in Canada. I used to think these people crazy. Now I think they know something I don't. People calling for kindness and tolerance, in turn, lack kindness and tolerance. The weakness and anger over nothing in here is staggering. First world problems are a joke. Stress arising from events in a video game and its forum.

I am all for puppy dog kisses, rainbow farts, and hugs, but c'mon...

Don't ever ask for help. For the first time ever I close my eyes to another completely.

Hilarity. Some love and tolerance. When Jesus encountered people he didn't like, he ignored them too and muted them on forums...

You ignored your own advice... and it took very little to promote it.

[Appleisaac]

When Jesus encountered people he didn't like, he ignored them too and muted them on forums...

@offtopic Jesus loved/still loves everyone sorry couldnt resist.

[Xaphan Fox]

Morfic, I understand your need for attention. I get that you want to make your immaturity known by us, the forumers. But from what I've seen, you clearly failed to read eco's thread, failed to care, or you're just too stupid enough to understand it. I don't know which, but regardless, you have not contributed to this topic at all. What point are you trying to get across here? What's your intention? Are you trying to establish yourself as a forum troll? Are you trying to prove you're some little kid who has nothing, and I mean nothing better to do, than spam unneeded pictures, and derail this thread? Wait a minute... you're not a kid. You're an immature adult.

So Morfic, unless you have nothing to contibute to this thread, other than your own immaturity, please... please take your pony express back to pony land where you belong.

Lots of rocks being flung around in here. You are direct and derogatory with the intention to hurt. Is name calling allowed in the forum ToS? I was not aware...

Also: Calling people out for posting off-topic pics when you also posted an off-topic pic is delicious delicious happy fun good times.

...but only Morfic gets the temp ban.

[Xaphan Fox]

I am not trolling. The things the raise people's ire is really small potatoes. Everyone really needs to take a big deep breath and evaluate the degree in which they can/cannot deal with social issues/things that provoke. Perhaps take a break from all things internet until such a time they can come back to the playing field without emotions so easily rattled.

[saool]

My twin for president!
I love you twin!
And one day the hate will stop

[Hankomachos]

Funny you should bring that up. See, when I wrote that, the ToS was the LAST thing on my mind. I stop caring about rules when my friends are being hurt by immature people who feed off of peoples retaliation. If Sam, or any dev/mod want to ban me for what I said, they can. In fact, I welcome them too.

You know why, my good friend? Because unlike others on this forum, I put my friends first. If that means getting banned, then that's the risk I'm willing to take.

It's funny how you point out what i said, but didn't take the time to look at morphics posts. The difference between his and my posts, is that mine made sense. My posts were to protect a friend. His were to hurt my friend.

So, what I gather is, I'm not allowed to stick up for a friend, but people are allowed to make a mockery of someone's thread?

If that's the case: ban me.

[dudetus]

Eh I don't personally like the way this thread is going so I am signing myself off after this post. It's a shame because this thread had a meaning.

Eco jokes aside u have my full support. U r right. And I thank you for ur thoughtful and good-willed ideas. Definetely part of my top threads I've ever read.