ShankNinja's Staff Application

[ShankNinja 801]

In-game name: Shankninja

Age: 25

SteamID (https://steamid.io/): STEAM_0:1:18378805

Warns: Att RDM, honest mistake but I do own it as I was explained afterwards that I was in the wrong.

Timezone: CST

Playtime?: | ShankNinja has played for 634:45:14.

Do you have access to TeamSpeak and a microphone?: [YES/NO] YES

Do you have the ability to record Garry's Mod videos?:[YES/NO] YES (OBS, already have over 1 Terabyte of footage to clean...)

Referral(s): [What administrator recommended you to apply?] Lancey only official confirmed recommendation.

Past experiences as staff: [Optional] Team Fortress 2 Admin/Owner of a few Surf/Idle servers, several other gameservers (Minecraft, Counter Strike: Source). Have never owned/operated/administrated a Garrysmod Server however (besides one with friends, very few addons - this was 10 years ago). I am extremely fluent in console and commands so I can quickly pick up and operate off of whatever commands and training is needed.

Why should we choose you over other applicants? [minimum 2 paragraphs]
I'm a mature, nonbiased, player of the server. I have played over 580 hours in just over two month's time (an average of just over 8 hours per day) and I have been able to understand how the rules work, how things are handled, and how a level headed moderator works versus a new moderator. I know this from the various sits I've been in for reports and witnessed. I've seen how things are handled in usual circumstances and have a feel for how the log system is used and understand proof is required for a serious punishment. I also know not to use a punishment on a player that is heavier than the action, and that there are guidelines to understand and follow.

In addition, I love interacting with and helping people on this server. Most people are pretty laid-back, and even those that aren't, I feel I'm capable of dealing with. I believe keeping a level head and de-escalating the situation before coming to a solution is the key in making sure both players understand and accept the choices and their consequences. Many sits are truly a learning experience, and with a server as large as this there are bound to be new players that genuinely don't know or understand all the rules and I realize that Staff is there for these new players too, so that we can invest in and foster a community of accountability for both new players and old.

Why should you choose me though? I feel that with the recent resignations, and after being ingame for long enough, that there are several times where staff are completely overwhelmed. Who can blame them if there's 1-2 Staff online with 60-100 players? I can keep a level head in a stressful situation, as it's a skill I've had to learn for my career and my life. I know that a fun server and a fairly moderated/administrated community is one that people prefer to return to and that's why I'd like to be a part of the staff team. In addition, I'm already finding myself helping new players in OOC when they ask questions, and already have the top 3 FAQ bound (How to make money/XP, how to make keypads work, how to access main settings) so I can quickly and easily help those who need it as these are common subjects. 
Have you ever been banned or punished on any server? If so, Include details: In-game warn as mentioned above on the DarkRP#1. I meant to hit a printer that was being stolen from me and a player body blocking it got shot instead, and I suffered the punishment and learned from it.

Have you made any previous applications, If so when?: No

How much time do you have to contribute to the role?: Enough time to meet sit quota. I work a fulltime job as a SaaS Administrator but I have plenty of time to dedicate to videogames, hobbies, and the things that I deem important. This is one of those important hobbies that happens to be a videogame, so I can consider myself as having the dedication required and/or expected.
But if you want a real number: I can dedicate a minimum of 20 in-game hours a week for  the forseeable future. The forseeable future is the rest of my life, but I'm not a clairvoyant. I do however not believe anything will come between my responsibilities and my life.

If you have any, what hobbies or activities are you involved in outside of Garry's Mod? Like I said above, I'm a SaaS Administrator (Salesforce and other softwares specifically). I have a Computer Science Degree (A.A.), several Networking Certifications (CCNA 1+2) and have over 5 years in the technology industry. I've owned and operated Source servers for over a decade, mostly Team Fortress 2, and understand various sourcemod menus, as well as having had to custom-tweak a few with Perl. I am an amateur guitar player, I enjoy audio and music in general, and I have a deep interest for any fun game with a gun (Overwatch, Garrysmod, Team Fortress 2, CSGO, CSS, Valorant, DOOM classic and new, etc.) 

Did you read the staff rules?: ShankNinja

Edited May 19, 2020 by ShankNinja
formatting ;)

[GrosCave 284]

+1, very solid paragraphs, seems like a very dedicated and mature player too. I always see him online, never really interacted with him, but he's always helping people in the /ooc or in-game and he's very chill. He seems to have experience as a staff and to know how logs and command works + his playtime is good. I believe he would fit right in the staff team. Good Luck!

[BINLADINHOE 322]

+1 with out a doubt I know he is on daily for at least 4+ hours and is super chill, In my opinion I think he would make a great staff member.

[ten10868 108]

+1 great guy, good playtime, great paragraphs. Plus I trust Lancey's commendation. GL homie

[MeLikeFood 39]

+1 your app is great all together and you are really chill in game and never seen him get in trouble. Hope to see you on the staff  team

Edited May 20, 2020 by MeLikeFood

[The King of Rohan 506]

+1 

• he ain't retarded like the majority of the staff team 
• almost everyone knows him even tho he constantly printer farms 
• helps out new people with questions they have
• ALWAYS records encase someone is breaking rules and reports them .

[Boalp 112]

+1

Wow nice app. I always see you on and I have not had any issues with you, gl!

[Yui_ 64]

+1 Would make great addition to staff amazing app hope to see you taking sits soon!

[lewis 9]

+1, when i joined garnet i honestly thought he was a staff member until i checked his rank. He is very helpful in OOC answers all questions people have when he is online. Very genuine and has made me feel welcome at garnet. Good luck!

[GrandDaddyStalin 199]

In game you follow the rules and I think you would make a great staff member I have told you to you should try to become staff before im glad you decided to make a app I think you will be a great fit +1

[WreckEMsaints 528]

+1 love this dude. hes a good guy and fun to play with

[ADVDUPE 555]

+1

 

I've seen you on almost everyday for a while now and those paragraphs are great with plenty of staff experience. 

[Clicher 646]

+1   

I always see you in game, and you took so much time making this staff app.

[Communist_Marshal 34]

+1 

very nice detailed app. I always see u in game and u never raid me (thankfully).  Ur also og as hell and usually  very helpful to new guys  in ooc.

 

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☭Communist Marshal was here.  ☭

Edited May 20, 2020 by vVNoobVv

[Fetn 1,217]

@proggy ACCEPT THIS MAN RIGHT THE FUCK NOW BRO +1 your entire application is fucking GREAT. Hope to see you on the team mate