October Changes

[nodepositneeded]

Here are some possible changes/plans that will be implemented in October:

The chips system will be radically changed or removed permanently.

I really loved the concept of the chips system and I will be sad to see it go. However, it was simply too difficult to find something that a community this large with such varied opinions could agree on.

If the chips system remains - This is how it will work in the future:

No chips will be awarded based on posts.
Instead, chips would be earned by logging in, referring members, and several other ways that do not involve posting.
Chips could then be redeemed for cash once again, but ONLY if you are above a certain tier level based on reputation.

I have yet to look at the feasibility of this, but it's one possible way to keep the chips system and bring back the rewards that everyone loved.

As of today, I am the only official admin/moderator of NDN. Any concerns involving NDN should be brought directly to me and to me only.

Eejit101 has been an amazing help, but with the new changes in store, there is no longer a need to have an extra moderator. He's a great friend and one of the oldest members around, so you can definitely still count on him for anything that you need. He knows more about NDN than I do so feel free to ask him for help whenever you need it.

On or around October 1st, chips will no longer be awarded for anything. There will be an announcement as to what you can do with your existing chips after the first. Later in the month of October, I will reset everyone's chip count to zero and/or remove the chip system altogether.

During October (possibly not until November) we will be running some amazing poker promotions (such as a poker marathon). We will run a few other crazy contests as well.

As soon as we've done those, we will see a return of the NDNPT (No Deposit Needed Poker Tour) with the same format that we've all loved in the past. This will be open to everyone with no special requirements to register.

I'm certain there are some other changes I am forgetting, but this is the bulk of it for now.

Out with the old and in with the older! Back to the basics and back to having fun!

[taylovesthebeatles]

24 games.

24 hours.

Can you last the distance? HMMM!

Klinkman and I incidentally first got to really know each other during the last NDNPT poker marathon, I've been told. Or something to that effect, NDNPT related! So yay nostalgia!

[eejit101]

I first fell asleep playing poker in the last NDN marathon.

Ad then i woke up 4 seconds later.

[thenutzaa1]

24 games.

24 hours.

Can you last the distance? HMMM!

24 games in 24 hours!!!! A lot of beer, other things and aa good time!!!

[klinkman]

Klinkman and I incidentally first got to really know each other during the last NDNPT poker marathon, I've been told. Or something to that effect, NDNPT related! So yay nostalgia!

Yep, it was definitely during the original poker marathon. I took a break from it to take in The Price is Right game show night. And look where we are today!

[0maxpower0]

I first fell asleep playing poker in the last NDN marathon.

Ad then i woke up 4 seconds later.

Only four seconds? They say you are supposed to sleep between 6-8 seconds every night. So your close.... but not quite there mate.

-0max

[nodepositneeded]

I don't know how to explain myself without sounding like a jerk! No chip system is a little odd because how are you going to compare a veteran from a person named Joe Smo that just signed up yesterday. I know the rep system but that is controlled by one person which is you NDN. I don't know i am confused about this whole change thing. I was confused about the last change and it worked out great. Anyways my only concern is that i want us veterans (and you know who you are) not to get abuse by newcomers that don't put there time in! I am sorry if i seem like a jerk, I have been sipping on the box wine tonight but I am concerned!!!

p.s EEJIT we still love you!!!

I definitely am on the same page with you. The chips system was created to reward loyal members over time. It was also created to encourage activity among new and old members. In many ways it was a great success. However, it's clear that it has it's kinks and I no longer wish to spend time tweaking the system month after month only to run into a new problem each time. There are many new projects planned that everyone can enjoy so I'd rather focus my time on those projects.

When the new season of the NDNPT begins, I plan to accept new members every 24-hours. This way you will have to be a member 24-hours prior to the start of the game to be eligible to access the passwords section. This should help minimize the number of players who join 5-minutes before the game and spread the password around.

And if it's feasible to keep the chips system functioning in the manor that I described in the first post of this thread, then that will be an additional way that I can reward the "veteran" more than the "Joe Smo."

[herlis]

I first fell asleep playing poker in the last NDN marathon.

Ad then i woke up 4 seconds later.

LOL... i do believe that you had an alarm clock beside you.

[texasman32]

24 games.

24 hours.

Can you last the distance? HMMM!

This sounds really nice. When will this tourney be held?
I hope its not expensive to enter.

[markjfixit]

I am going to need a truckload of pepsi for that one!! 24hrs straight wow thats alot. so you enter one every hour and go all in every hand or end up with 24 tables at once? sounds crazy but fun!!

[taylovesthebeatles]

I definitely am on the same page with you. The chips system was created to reward loyal members over time. It was also created to encourage activity among new and old members. In many ways it was a great success. However, it's clear that it has it's kinks and I no longer wish to spend time tweaking the system month after month only to run into a new problem each time. There are many new projects planned that everyone can enjoy so I'd rather focus my time on those projects.

When the new season of the NDNPT begins, I plan to accept new members every 24-hours. This way you will have to be a member 24-hours prior to the start of the game to be eligible to access the passwords section. This should help minimize the number of players who join 5-minutes before the game and spread the password around.

And if it's feasible to keep the chips system functioning in the manor that I described in the first post of this thread, then that will be an additional way that I can reward the "veteran" more than the "Joe Smo."

Hey NDN, you forgot Joe the Plumber. What about him?

[TerpZone]

I am going to need a truckload of pepsi for that one!! 24hrs straight wow thats alot. so you enter one every hour and go all in every hand or end up with 24 tables at once? sounds crazy but fun!!

I hear....cocaine works well!

[eejit101]

Do, its normal tourneys, how many normal games do you know that last 24 hours???

[nodepositneeded]

Hey NDN, you forgot Joe the Plumber. What about him?

Nutz didn't mention him. He only mentioned a Joe Smo.

[TerpZone]

Nutz didn't mention him. He only mentioned a Joe Smo.

Come play a $7+.50 300 chip super turbo Matrix on FTP with me.

[TerpZone]

Come play a $7+.50 300 chip super turbo Matrix on FTP with me.

Way to refuse playing in it with a last longer bet between me you and eejit. I hate you.

[GaTechMom]

The marathon will be great I'm sure and I for one am glad the NDN Poker Tour will be coming back. That is what brought me to this great forum in the first place.

[xxAAKKxx]

think it will be interesting

[MasterTeo]

think it will be interesting
im agree

[GloBug]

so what are we suppose to be able to use our chips for before they go away. i dont think i have seen anything yet. can u lemme know. thanks

[eejit101]

Donate them to me and ill send them on amazon gifts.

[GloBug]

donate to you. so whjat u can trade me for some swine flu. lol

nah u can keep yours.

well if i remember correctly he said that on the 1st or so he would have something for us to do with our current chips before he makes them go bye bye. i know your out all weekend ndn. dont answer till u get back.

[nodepositneeded]

donate to you. so whjat u can trade me for some swine flu. lol

nah u can keep yours.

well if i remember correctly he said that on the 1st or so he would have something for us to do with our current chips before he makes them go bye bye. i know your out all weekend ndn. dont answer till u get back.

I'm actually going to be out of town until the 12th. During the week of the 12th, I will have some things in place that you'll be able to use your chips for.

[GloBug]

I'm actually going to be out of town until the 12th. During the week of the 12th, I will have some things in place that you'll be able to use your chips for.

well thank you sir. ill cya then. hey by the way i am gonna play my bap game with my own money and u can tgransfer when u get a chance.

[taylovesthebeatles]

Hey NDN, are you possibly checking into seeing if we can keep the rep system if the chip system goes? I was just curious about this. Can't wait to see what cool things we can do with our awesome chippies!

[nodepositneeded]

Hey NDN, are you possibly checking into seeing if we can keep the rep system if the chip system goes? I was just curious about this. Can't wait to see what cool things we can do with our awesome chippies!

The rep system can stay regardless of what happens with the chips system - Shouldn't be a problem there.