How to communicate with modders
1. When something doesn't work right, immediately address the author of the mod you were using. Clearly it is something they did, because no stock bugs could possibly exist after their magnificent makeover of the game. It lets them know you think highly of their work.
2. If using multiple mods and something doesn't work right, immediatly address the author of the biggest mod your using, or the one first installed. Their mods the biggest in size or was installed first, it must have been their mistake, and they'd want to know about it so that they can improve! It also lets them know your their number 1 fan.
3. PM your favorite mods author every day, or at least once a week with an inane request. Modders enjoy having a fan club who writes to them regularly, and they appreciate the attention. Nothing says "I love you" to a modder more then having to clean out their full inbox once every week or two.
4. When talking about improving the game, make references about how great it would be if other modders not present did it instead. It lets the existing modders know how much their work is appreciated.
5. When talking about changes in a mod, speak about how its totally unrealistic, or the physics involved doesn't match your vast experiences in real life. It lets the modder know that he has to try harder to overcome limitations imposed by the game engine. Nothing a super computer and 5 years of code development couldn't fix, the modder will get right on it, I promise!
6. When trying to get a modders attention, approach them in a direct, confrontational manner. Demand a response until you get one, and tag all PMs with "have read notifications" to make sure they saw your PM. It lets the modder know how much you care, and that your needs have priority!
7. Do not read the readme file - ever. Its just a formality. The modder types it up to brush up on his typing skills, and for no other reason. Answering the same questions over and over again lets the modder know how popular his work is, he'll love you for it, trust me!
8. Last but not lest, mention that a modders work sucks. After spending more time working on the game, then some people spend on part time jobs, and without pay; nothing motivates modders better then by using reverse psychology!
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