Trial Phase Pingu's TTT Staff Application

Pingu

Pingu

Trial Mod
Staff member
Trial Mod
VIP
Your IGN
Pingu​
Your SteamID
STEAM_0:0:93222703​
Discord Tag
pingu._​
Your Age
24​
Your Time Zone
EST​
Previous staffing experience
-Former Admin and Moderator of Everest Gaming TTT #1 and #2: 2013-2014
-Former Manager Of Outerspace Gaming TTT: 2015-2016
-Former Moderator and Head Admin of BMS Gaming TTT #1 and #2: 2016
-Former High Admin of Allied Gaming TTT: 2017-2018
-Former Administrator on Carbon Castles TTT: 2018-2019
-Former Administrator on GFL Rotation TTT: 2019-2020
-Former Administrator on GFL 24/7 Minecraft TTT: 2020-2021
-Former Administrator for Garnet Gaming TTT: 2022-2023
-Former Moderator for Myriad Gaming TTT: 2023-2024​
Why should you be considered for a moderator position?
1. Do you meet all the minimum requirements listed in the Requirements Thread?
Yes

2. Why do you want to join the Giants Lair staff team?
I believe I would provide strong value to the team in many core areas. My extensive experience in this exact role, at all levels of the hierarchy, means I have encountered just about every type of situation that would arise internally within a staff team and externally when dealing with players. On top of that, I have developed a great network of friends and general knowledge about the game. If you have a question, I can almost certainly provide you with the answer, and if not, I can point you to where you would find it or someone who would know.

3. What skills or experiences do you bring to the team?
(e.g., past staffing, conflict resolution, technical knowledge, etc.)
All 3.
1. I would hope that if anyone qualifies for past staffing experience, it would be me :)
2. Answered below in more detail, but the extensive experience I have in staffing has made me incredibly well-rounded in dealing with conflict.
3. Aside from deep game knowledge, I do software engineering for a major automaker, so I am proficient in the coding aspect. I've hosted a few (non-GMOD) servers myself, so I also have some experience in dealing with general server issues.

4. How active are you across our platforms (GMod, Discord, Forums)?
Pretty active on all 3.

5. How much time can you realistically dedicate to staffing per week?
Conservatively, maybe something in the realm of 8 hours a week. I wouldn't be surprised if it's more, though.

6. How well do you handle pressure, criticism, or heated situations?
As mentioned above, I've seen it all. I used to be relatively hot-headed and impulsive in my earlier days of staffing, but with age and experience, I have gained the composure to deal with conflict appropriately. Being a mediator is a honed skill, and while I wouldn't list it as a strength, I have no issues resolving conflict. I assume the criticism mentioned here is akin to name-calling and disgruntled players letting out their frustration. I have no issues talking with someone over criticisms if it's leveled in good faith, but bad faith criticisms, I have no problem just ignoring.

7. How would you describe your conflict resolution style?
I would hesitate to call myself assertive, as I typically have an almost laissez-faire style of staffing, but I am well aware when things have crossed the line and handle things accordingly. De-escalation at all costs, I typically try as hard as I can to find solutions that don't result in a ban, but if need be, I don't mind sending people to the shadow realm.

8. Are you familiar with the TTT server rules and general community standards?
Yes, I would certainly have to brush up on the more niche rules, but overall, I have a good compass on what is cool and not.

9. What does your punishment history (if any) look like on our servers?
Be honest — transparency is appreciated.
None, I have never even received a slay to my recollection.

10. What is your reputation like within the community?
Can you name any reputable players or staff who would vouch for you?
I would like to think it's pretty good. I obviously can't speak for people, but I've had no issues with anyone in the time I've been here. As for people who might vouch for me, I hate to call anyone out lol, but Sure Lock, Arcana, Lync, primsa, Lordy, wink, Zyp, and CelDamage would probably be the people off the current staff roster I have seen most frequently in-game.


Thanks for reading. Please post any questions, and I'll try to get back promptly (y)​
 
I'm not on the staff roster, but might be soon. Anyways +1, good player, really can't recall anything bad with em or any RDMs, doesn't get into arguements or conflicts with others. Feels welcoming to the server when they're on and doesn't seem biased with newbies or regulars.
 
this is a good one. super quick Q though.

You mentioned being Administrator for Garnet Gaming from '22-'23, but on the history checker thing we use, it says you've been banned there for hacking since 2021? Just wondering what's going on here. You also have a community ban elsewhere, although all of this is quite a long time ago.
 
It's great to see you apply Pingu! This application is written very well and your extensive staffing experience would make a vital asset to the staff team. You also have a solid grasp on the rules and I believe Pingu would make a great staff member. +1
 
Very glad to see this one, you are quite knowledged and would do well as staff.
I do wish that you answer helix's question though, before I say more.

Edit: Well say no more. +1
 
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helix said:
this is a good one. super quick Q though.

You mentioned being Administrator for Garnet Gaming from '22-'23, but on the history checker thing we use, it says you've been banned there for hacking since 2021? Just wondering what's going on here. You also have a community ban elsewhere, although all of this is quite a long time ago.
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Hi helix!
the Garnet one was false. It was overturned shortly after being issued.

The GFL community one was the result of me sticking up for my friend in the community. One of the higher ups was treating them deplorably in a manager application and I criticized them in a public setting. I was quickly banned their discord for “leaking information”. I then ranted on their forums afterwards and was handed said community ban. That’s a gross simplification but that’s what it boiled down to.

Neither of these communities are alive anymore so I can’t exactly pull receipts but I’ve had zero issues with any other community other than GFL so that should speak for itself.
 
Pingu has been a delight on the server, real fun to play with (and against!) good humor, good sportsmanship, +1! Good man you are Pingu, love ya bud :)
 
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