Can I be SquidClock?

[TelephoneClock]

And by squidclock I mean a completely original name that's sort of squid-like, such as Argonaut, cuttlefish or HauntedSandwichClock.

[AlbinoClock]

You don't have a legitimate claim and this vote is not only non-binding (because you're not an admin) but in the wrong place, so no.

[Asshatclock]

I don't care be whatever you like.

[pop-tart]

You don't have a legitimate claim and this vote is not only non-binding (because you're not an admin) but in the wrong place, so no.

And you think you're who now?

[AlbinoClock]

I'm not telling him what to do, I'm just telling him that he won't be able to get the name, which is true.

You've been waiting to post that for a while, huh?

[Zeffy]

I'm going to cry if this thread turns into another flame war.

Personally, I would check with one of the admins to see what's the best way of dealing with wanting the other name.

[pop-tart]

You've been waiting to post that for a while, huh?

Nah. Just though of it. You know I'm just givin you shit, nigga.

Seriously tho, Telephone. Not only is Albino's post correct... but the name is in the registry already.. and it sucks.

[AlbinoClock]

Yeah it is a shit name just like telephone, you should get something better.

Be HauntedSandwichClock since that stupid hat guy won't do it.

[clockradioclock]

idgi, if the name is in the registry and an NG account for it exists then no, by all means, you can't have it.

If you really want a used name because you like the concept, go ahead and grab its synonym or something related to it.
Try argonaut, for instance. It might not be a squid, but it's a damned underwater octopus-thing that's probably really chewy. Close enough.

[AlbinoClock]

Cuttlefish Clock
Nautilus Clock

Hagfish Clock, the slimiest clock of them all

[TelephoneClock]

You don't have a legitimate claim and this vote is not only non-binding (because you're not an admin) but in the wrong place, so no.

I never said this was absolute, just wanted some opinions.
 

I'm going to cry if this thread turns into another flame war.

Personally, I would check with one of the admins to see what's the best way of dealing with wanting the other name.

I really hope nobody starts throwing shit around making it a bigger deal than it should be.

And I guess Albino's right that it's not really a legitimate claim, I just kinda wanted the name, so I'll go PM an admin.

[DWARFINATORclock]

hi guys i stole my original name but i dont like it anymore so i wana steal this other name

[pop-tart]

You should dig into untapped  resource of dinosaur->random item amalgam clocks

Banasaurus Rex Clock.

Trisyruptops Clock.

[AlbinoClock]

I'll go PM an admin.

Why? Read rule 6. Here, I'll even quote the appropriate passage.

An exception can be made on your behalf IF AND ONLY IF (1) No objections to your claiming the name have been made over a period no shorter than 9 months following your first claim to the name on the Clock Crew forums

That puts that to rest.

[TelephoneClock]

That puts that to rest.

So should I change this thread into picking a better name? Because I actually really like everybody's suggestions, including yours

[Slurpee]

An exception can be made on your behalf IF AND ONLY IF (1) No objections to your claiming the name have been made over a period no shorter than 9 months following your first claim to the name on the Clock Crew forums AND (2) You've made regular claim to it during the entire span of time between claiming it and the present AND (3) You've contributed in some memorable way to the community, preferably Flash animation AND (4) The previous owner had not contributed any Flash that passed judgement on Newgrounds.com or played a significant role in any crew-related events AND (5) Your claim to the name is sincere and unique. If you feel your case meets ALL of these qualifications, contact an administrator and request that they put it to a community vote. If you pass with a simple majority, the name will be passed on to you. Exceptions are extraordinarily rare. It is highly recommended that you instead simply invent a unique name and lay claim to it.

"If and only if", "all of these qualifications", "contact an administrator"
Everything was worded to avoid exactly this kind of misunderstanding and bandwagon jumping.

I feel like I'm speaking my own language. Is every meticulously constructed policy just going to fall apart as soon as I leave because I'm the only one who knows what I meant by "if and only if"?
Don't take this the wrong way, but you guys honestly make me not even want to bother trying to build policies to deal with this shit anymore. It ends up feeling completely pointless.
What should I be doing differently, guys? Where's the disconnect? Should I be drawing flow charts?

[DWARFINATORclock]

"If and only if", "all of these qualifications", "contact an administrator"
Everything was worded to avoid exactly this kind of misunderstanding and bandwagon jumping.

I feel like I'm speaking my own language. Is every meticulously constructed policy just going to fall apart as soon as I leave because I'm the only one who knows what I meant by "if and only if"?
Don't take this the wrong way, but you guys honestly make me not even want to bother trying to build policies to deal with this shit anymore. It ends up feeling completely pointless.
What should I be doing differently, guys? Where's the disconnect? Should I be drawing flow charts?

you must think people actually read the rules

after the whole blob thing people just think, hey rule 6 means you can use any clock name you want as long as the person who had it before you doesnt have any flash

[pop-tart]

I want to be Slurp Pee clock, the clock with Urolagnia.

It is completely different and unique of Slurpee clock, the 7-11 trademarked frozen beverage clock.

[TelephoneClock]

Can I be a Clockfriend? I really want to be a clockfriend!

[AbsintheClock]

No, and if you ask again I'll cut your balls off.

Also you want to be a clockfriend? What is this 2007? Seriously, even Joey is still Wii and turning him into a clock friend was a waste of time.