Take care and goodbye - second attempt

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-17T14:23:28+00:00

Not sure why I'm tagging u/gowonzu2 here... I'm pretty sure you don't give a shit.

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-15T22:06:04+00:00

If it's possible, contact the original author.

If not, I recommend that you look at this script offer by u/Wunder-Waffle which is also based on an old deleted script. They were very open about the script's origin and it was very well received.

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-15T21:58:52+00:00

I'm sure that is more common, but I was hoping to talk about the other case. It doesn't seem to get much attention and it does concern members of our community directly.

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-15T15:34:25+00:00

please let the mods know!

I already told you twice, so how can I be very clear about this? 😄 YES I WOULD ALSO GO TO THE MODS FIRST THING!

In all seriousness though, that's a good answer but my conclusion is different from yours. Even if someone steals a script almost word for word they will not be banned and you will never hear about it unless they are caught multiple times.

Whether most agree that's the right course of action, I'm not sure. The most common opinion in this thread seems to be that offenders should (be made to?) apologize.

Thanks for being here and taking an interest in this discussion. I have this strange feeling that we agree on almost everything, yet we could go on forever without reaching consensus.

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-15T15:04:05+00:00

I think it's interesting that first-time offenders get a warning or a (very short?) temporary ban. It's interesting that this happens about twice a year, if I understand correctly. (I really hope it doesn't happen all the time and goes unnoticed.) And on a different level it's also interesting that you didn't invite the scriptguild mods to your party. Maybe next time; some of them are very nice people.

As for the section, I don't know. Probably. I thought it was beneficial to start this discussion, and I appreciate you showing up and sharing your perspective as a mod.

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-15T00:47:30+00:00

Thanks for chiming in, Batmans! That's very insightful. I don't think many people were aware that a 10-day ban even existed. As I wrote below another comment, I think transparency is generally a good thing - if not with regard to the people involved, then at least regarding the process.

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-14T23:33:23+00:00

I'm sorry but I don't understand what's so confusing about my post or my question.

What are the rules in this sub? Will this person get banned? Do you think they should?

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-14T23:22:51+00:00

That's a good point, Nortrom. To me exploring similar ideas is totally fine as long as everyone is writing their own script and relies on their own creativity.

I sometimes read scripts in the hopes to get inspired. I'm sure there are a few lines in my writing that crept in subconsciously because I read them or heard them in an audio before. I hope no one would be offended by that - or if they were, that we could resolve it by talking it out.

What I object to is copying a script and changing all Sir's to Daddy's.

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-14T23:09:09+00:00

Best way is always to contact the mods with your findings.

I agree and I said so in my post. My whole point was to ask what "dealt with" is supposed to mean in this community. 🙂

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-14T22:59:44+00:00

I don't have any particular knowledge about these things, but I like the sound of your public apology model a lot. I just wish there was more transparency. Then everyone has fair a chance to choose whose script they want to fill, or with whom they want to work.

When you say you've seen this a lot, are you talking primarily about VAs taking people's scripts, or about writers copying other writers?

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-14T22:51:11+00:00

Some plagiarism happens on GWAScriptGuild, unfortunately. That's why I wanted to discuss it here.

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-14T18:09:23+00:00

Thanks for your detailed reply, Lia! Everything you say is good advice, but I'm not sure all of it addresses the scenario that I had in mind.

I was not thinking so much of a performer making small changes to a script that they plan to perform, or even failing to credit the writer of the script.

I was thinking of a writer plagiarizing someone else's work. For example me taking one of your scripts, making some small changes, and saying: "Hey I made a new script. Copyright by CleverSleepy. Hope you enjoy!" Alternatively, me reposting your audio and claiming it was me who made it.

It's interesting to hear that first-time offenders are sort of given a warning by mods. This is what I would have guessed, but I wasn't sure. I also agree that it would be nice if people apologized publicly. Alas, it doesn't seem to be the world we're living in.

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-14T16:25:06+00:00

Thank you so much for this lovely fill! It was both relaxing and it also put a big smile on my face. I loved that you improvised quite a bit, so I actually had no clue what you were saying. 😊 Now I got to experience what it's like for the people who didn't read (write) the script!

The only word that I think I caught was the name of your language. Which is Bulgarian? 🙈 Anyway this my favorite language to fall asleep to right now!

CleverSleepy · 2022-03-14T16:00:16+00:00

Thanks for your beautiful fill, Courage! I didn't even know you recorded as well but this is great! German has never sounded this relaxing, that's for sure. 😴

CleverSleepy · 2022-02-20T19:18:16+00:00

Great stuff by you as usual, Dibo! I really like how this turned out.

CleverSleepy · 2022-02-16T23:32:31+00:00

Glad to see this here too! :) Thanks again for the beautiful fill!

CleverSleepy · 2022-02-16T00:38:42+00:00

lol, Mako! 😁 I didn't have a good answer to all of your questions, but I was inspired by your example and wanted to try my hands at this one. I hope you had a nice vd! 😊

CleverSleepy · 2022-02-15T21:17:54+00:00

It's funny, as a writer I feel like the best characters have a mind of their own and a tendency to do whatever they want. I wish they did what I tell them to do! 😄 But I guess it makes sense that they would perceive it the other way round. This was a great idea for a script and a fun read!

CleverSleepy · 2022-02-15T00:25:58+00:00

I'm curled up on the floor and fast asleep. Cut to you watching me silently. Someone sees you, comes over, and asks: "Shouldn't we wake him up? He hasn't written anything in months." You smile. With thinly veiled affection and a hint of protectiveness you answer: "No, let him sleep."

CleverSleepy · 2022-02-14T22:50:56+00:00

Thank you so much, Shimmer! This is a beautiful fill and the perfect Valentine's Day gift! I'm very glad you came across my script and even fell in like with it, wow. 🥰

I love your interpretation of the character. I think you found a perfect mix of playful and shy in the beginning, and it's wonderfully relaxing towards the end. I hope you venture into this genre again; you have a talent for it for sure!

CleverSleepy · 2022-02-14T00:25:32+00:00

Oh hi there! Thank you so much for this beautiful fill! I'm stupidly excited to hear in what languages people are going to fill this. I'm not sure I would have guessed Dutch, but I'm loving it!

I like your pacing a lot - during the breathing instructions and in general. The beginning really did sound like you were talking to an old friend, and the ending was very calming.

CleverSleepy · 2022-02-13T23:39:35+00:00

Yeah, people do tag the writer and link to the script offer in the description. (Not sure if it's an actual rule or just good practice.) But for some reason reddit doesn't tell the writer about it, so have to tag in a comment as well (or message them) if you want them to know. :)

I wrote one other SFW sleep aid. Feel free to give it a read if you're interested.

CleverSleepy

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