The Writers' Block

[Gnejs]

I feel like writing another issue as I submitted my first one and feel like writing another, but I can't think of any ideas. Does anyone have an idea?

Protests in rural areas because well-off townies have been buying second homes there and pricing the local yokels population out of the housing market?

That is a great idea.

[Sedgistan]

A staffing update:

Kindly Professor Hell is stepping down from his position as Issues Tech after three years of service. His work may not always been the most immediately visible (with the exception of the new world census rankings), but he's carried out a significant amount of work behind the scenes to ensure our stats are more accurate, consistent and diverse.

Recent addition Raurosia is also retiring - unfortunately he hasn't been able to meet the activity requirements for an Editor.

Those aside, we've got some ambitious plans for expanding the Issues Editing team to ensure a more steady flow of new issues and also freeing up time to work on various projects, such as reviewing existing issues and adding new features (such as completing the industry review, or coding GA resolution stats).

As such, we're going to be looking over Issues Contest submissions again, as well as Got Issues contributors, recent authors plus whoever pays me a large bribe. If you think you could contribute to the issues team, feel free to make your case here.

[Nurkama]

I feel like writing another issue as I submitted my first one and feel like writing another, but I can't think of any ideas. Does anyone have an idea?

Protests in rural areas because well-off townies have been buying second homes there and pricing the local yokels population out of the housing market?

Nice. I might start up a draft later today.

[Annihilators of Chan Island]

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Those aside, we've got some ambitious plans for expanding the Issues Editing team to ensure a more steady flow of new issues and also freeing up time to work on various projects, such as reviewing existing issues and adding new features (such as completing the industry review, or coding GA resolution stats).

As such, we're going to be looking over Issues Contest submissions again, as well as Got Issues contributors, recent authors plus whoever pays me a large bribe. If you think you could contribute to the issues team, feel free to make your case here.

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That's my case.

[Nurkama]

I feel like writing another issue as I submitted my first one and feel like writing another, but I can't think of any ideas. Does anyone have an idea?

Protests in rural areas because well-off townies have been buying second homes there and pricing the local yokels population out of the housing market?

Okay, so I've started making the draft, but I'm having extreme difficulty thinking of a name.

[Gnejs]

Protests in rural areas because well-off townies have been buying second homes there and pricing the local yokels population out of the housing market?

Okay, so I've started making the draft, but I'm having extreme difficulty thinking of a name.

How about "Hick is hip, says urbanites"?

[Nurkama]

Okay, so I've started making the draft, but I'm having extreme difficulty thinking of a name.

How about "Hick is hip, says urbanites"?

Meh, just doesn't feel right to me. But I think I've come up with a name.

Draft is here:

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[Eaischpnaeieacgkque Bhcieaghpodsttditf]

A staffing update:

Kindly Professor Hell is stepping down from his position as Issues Tech after three years of service. His work may not always been the most immediately visible (with the exception of the new world census rankings), but he's carried out a significant amount of work behind the scenes to ensure our stats are more accurate, consistent and diverse.

Recent addition Raurosia is also retiring - unfortunately he hasn't been able to meet the activity requirements for an Editor.

Those aside, we've got some ambitious plans for expanding the Issues Editing team to ensure a more steady flow of new issues and also freeing up time to work on various projects, such as reviewing existing issues and adding new features (such as completing the industry review, or coding GA resolution stats).

As such, we're going to be looking over Issues Contest submissions again, as well as Got Issues contributors, recent authors plus whoever pays me a large bribe. If you think you could contribute to the issues team, feel free to make your case here.

This news is both sad for those stepping down and exciting for the available positions. I would personally like to make my case on why I could be a great addition to the team.

1. I am active. This may seem like it wouldn't be important, but the truth is that activity is important. I have been active in this forum for a long time, whether it be posting or viewing, and have learned a lot about what makes a good issue and what doesn't. Truth be told, I have had my fair share of bad draft, but who hasn't? I learned from my mistakes and authored some issues, which leads to my next point.

2. I am determined. I have made countless drafts, most were scrapped before posting, and have learned what would make interesting issues. There is no hurdle to small that I can't analyze to be better. I may not be the best at grammar (and that's a fact), but I am a lot better than the majority of the English teachers I've had in my schooling years. I've even convinced my friends to try out NS. I will try my hardest to prove that I can be as good as the other editors, even if it kills me.

3. I have unique ideas. As many people that look at my drafts can figure out, I like looking at odd events in RL and make them into a draft. I have even been serious and looked to this thread for ideas about issues that haven't been made. The fact that I look out of the box on many things means that I always look at the most possibilities and go with the one that would have the best result. That is something not everyone can honestly say. However, I'm sure everyone would agree that they like a unique sense of humor when dealing with the issues.

Those are but three reasons for why I believe that I could become a valuable asset to the editing team. I'm not perfect, I have had some run-ins with the mods, but I was just trying to make the best out of the situation. I want to make it clear that I am not bragging about myself, I am just stating my cause. I hope that this shows my interest and will to do what I must to help where I can. However, if I am not looked at as a possibility, I would understand.

[Nurkama]

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Those aside, we've got some ambitious plans for expanding the Issues Editing team to ensure a more steady flow of new issues and also freeing up time to work on various projects, such as reviewing existing issues and adding new features (such as completing the industry review, or coding GA resolution stats).

As such, we're going to be looking over Issues Contest submissions again, as well as Got Issues contributors, recent authors plus whoever pays me a large bribe. If you think you could contribute to the issues team, feel free to make your case here.

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That's my case.

We've got a winner.

[Outer Sparta]

So Nation of Quebec is the new issues editor? Just want to give a shoutout to Nation of Quebec!

"With great power comes with great responsibility!"

[Nurkama]

So Nation of Quebec is the new issues editor? Just want to give a shoutout to Nation of Quebec!

"With great power comes with great responsibility!"

No, he isn't.

[Golgothastan]

So Nation of Quebec is the new issues editor?

No, he isn't.

Yes, he is.

[Nation of Quebec]

I was wondering if there was going to be some official announcement, but yes, I'm now a part of the issues editing team. I'm eager to get started and I'll be on the lookout for good issues to pick up.

[Phydios]

Congratulations, NoQ!

[Trotterdam]

Well, it had just been discussed that he had the largest number of accepted issues of anyone who wasn't already on the staff, so it's not too surprising.

[Kaboomlandia]

Congratulations, Nation of Quebec!

[Nurkama]

No, he isn't.

Yes, he is.

I derped. Whoops.

Congrats NoQ!

[Sedgistan]

You all beat me to making an official announcement. It seems kind of pointless now

[Luxdonia]

I was wondering if there was going to be some official announcement, but yes, I'm now a part of the issues editing team. I'm eager to get started and I'll be on the lookout for good issues to pick up.

Well done! From the sounds of it, you have deserved the job.

[Gnejs]

I was wondering if there was going to be some official announcement, but yes, I'm now a part of the issues editing team. I'm eager to get started and I'll be on the lookout for good issues to pick up.

Yes, congrats on a well-deserved appointment. You do write some of the funniest issues in the game, so I feel like this is a good thing for the issue factory and all us aspiring writers.

[Bears Armed]

I was wondering if there was going to be some official announcement, but yes, I'm now a part of the issues editing team. I'm eager to get started and I'll be on the lookout for good issues to pick up.

Congratulations.

*(sends over a gift basket of this nation's produce, including a large jar of high-quality honey and a large bottle of high-quality maple syrup as well as assorted fruits and nuts)*

[Nation of Quebec]

Thanks for all the kind words, everyone. I'm looking forward to getting started and editing some of your quality issues.

[Outer Sparta]

So, what happens to the issues tech position now?

[Sedgistan]

It remains vacant. It was created specifically for KPH, rather than being an existing position that was filled by him. If we find someone we think would make a suitable Issues Tech, we might recruit one, but other than that, we're not actively looking to fill it.

[Sleep]

Is there any protocol regarding how many drafts a contributor can be working on here in Got Issues? I have a draft I just posted about doorknobs, but I also have a draft I'd like to post about junk food in schools. Is it okay to have multiple drafts afloat or is it preferred that we focus on one at a time?