Weilland himself said in an email to me that the actual logistical changes in setting up the new boards weren’t that sweeping. He’s increased his own involvement and made some changes in moderating personnel, all of which has entailed some expense. But he said, “The biggest thing I discovered the community needed is a very clear, definitive voice of what’s expected.” He added, “ None of this is necessarily difficult – it’s not like we’re laying down asphalt on a hot day – but it takes time and thoughtfulness. And I believe the costs will be worth it in the long run – based on the response thus far, there’s been more enthusiasm for this change than I ever imagined ….If our community can become a safe, inclusive and respectful place, that’s good for CBR and it’s good for comics.”
Interested to see how (if at all) IGN, Bleeding Cool and Millarworld respond to being singled out as unpleasant message boards. (Also, reading this, I felt nostalgic for Fanboy Rampage!!! a bit – I still remember the response to my upset at the FMK thread on the Bendis Boards.)
