First I just read that thread "Top Author Ranking" by T-Man;
about bots and cookies. All I have to say is that is just sad, it really is.

I have to agree with some of what Armani and a few others have said. There is no question we do this because we truly enjoy doing it. First and foremost I create for ME. Because I am incomplete unless I am creating something, whether it be on pc, or with real paint or writing. However,no artist can deny that when they create something that they are quite proud of, seeing the healthy download count,it DOES make you feel good! I love it when I make something that I thought was good, and I see you guys downloading it, or hear of how great you think it looks on your DT, it makes me happy that I provided that! It's not about needing acceptance or a low self esteem, it's about "Hey I love doing this, their liking it...maybe I'm not too bad at this,eh? " If I were to only get 1 download for my next creation; would I stop creating? NOPE!Because in the end I do create for ME! I was toying with graphics for a couple of years, before I ever submitted a thing to any site. Would I like to hit Top Authors...sure!

Darn it, I am rambling again, I do that too much

Anywhoo, my point is, if this change in the Top Authors list makes things more fair, and is for the greater good of ALL artists. That is fantastic! As I read the T-Man thread it sounds like that is what they are really working hard at doing. And I think we should support it! Because to me it sounds like they are trying to think of 'us' the authors, ALL of us. And I think that is really cool.

To be honest, I was so happy when I logged on today, and saw Dark Mist on that Top Authors list!!! I thought that was just the coolest thing. Does that mean I was happy to see Adni18 drop down a couple of notches. NO!!! It means I was happy for Dark Mist! Adni18's popularity is well known, and his work has inspired many an artist, something we're all grateful for. His designs have obviously adorned many a DT, and been enjoyed by artists and users alike. NO ONE can take that away from him!!!!!! He is very talented. I am in no way going to do Adni Bashing as I do think he is extremely talented. But I have to say, as someone who has been inspired by his work, and enjoyed it, used it on my own DT, and hell looked at it and it made me work harder and try to be a better artist. As one artist to another even if I am newbie in comparison to him, I am quite concerned that he has forgotten why he's doing this. It's not all about numbers, and ratings. Yes they're great , and he's good...nothing is going to change that, nor can. But of late I'm sorry there seems to be a great deal of intensity over ratings and who's really number one. NO ONE wants to see him go and stop creating as we all love his work, but that doesn't seem to be enough "Reward" for Adni.
And Adni if that sounded like I was bashing you I genuinely apologize as that was not the intent, I was merely trying to point out that you are talented, people love what you do, and I hope that you remember those that wait for your next creation before you make choices over numbers.

Do I cry because I am not on top? no, it does not means you are not good skinner.

Thank you Lady Akasha...came as quite a shock to me when i logged on.

But a very nice suprise

Will be seeing you up there and others too very soon

Thank you, oh and congrats on your Madam...sorry if you've had it a while, never noticed

Reading all these posts, make me wonder if by mistake I have opened this thread using Greek instead of English….

I am not complaining because I am not no1 at the Top Authors List, which list by the way is using wrong numbers.
I just can’t stand the unfairness and if fighting for fair is a crime, then crucify me.

I see a lot of confusion in many posts and I think it is done for purpose.

I never said that I am the best either, there are a lot of people with great talent among us, which I respect and they are better than me.

I guess, that this is my last post, which I am sure that those who understand what is going on, they have get the message, for the rest, I am sorry I can’t do nothing more.

adni18 : »"I am not complaining because I am not no1 at the Top Authors List, which list by the way is using wrong numbers."

Please see T-Mans post about how the top author ratings are being calculated now. I think that he went over i quite thoroughly. Top total download does not = top author due to issues that he mentioned.

I have read all the posts in regard to this issue of Top Authors. And I think if we really want to be fair, the correct thing to do is feature 2 lists. One with the over all Top Authors and another with the featured Top Author for the day, week or month (how ever management figures) This way there's a equality of fairness on both sides of the artists group.
As a new artist my self, I can understand how some new artists want to be awknowlege or noticed, specially if they are doing great work. When my name appeared on the Top 10, I must admit it felt real nice to see it there.
But I also see where Adni and other season artist feel when they are in the lead of overall Top Authors, and their names dont show or show below artists that have few overall downloads.

So, on the spirit of fairness, I hope we can see the 2 lists soon.

umm, Adni they're experimenting with a new way of doing it... they never said this is the way it would be.

... i can understand your frustrations and it's sad to see you go... but as stated before if making the top downloads is such a big deal for you, you are doing this for the wrong reasons... I make stuff and know that I will NEVER be in the top authors... yet that doesn't make me leave. rather, I just make more stuff and don't up it because I know it won't be enjoyed by many people except myself...

so, good bye then.

I'm only up there thanks to you Ingui

I can't help but feel bothered that soooo many people are seriously ganging up on Nikos for feeling the way he does.

If nothing else put yourself in his shoes. Being the number one D/L author for days, weeks, and months on end....and now that's gone. You say that's not a big deal, well your saying it from a prespective of never even attaining what he has. Satisifaction and reward are relative here since none of us are making money off of what we are doing on this site, so if a few of you take pride in knowing that your work made it on...great! For others who actually look at it as a challenge and make attempts to be the best...even better! I find it hard to believe that anyone of you have not been in either or both of the two I just mentioned above.....that's like saying "all" of you bought your version of Bryce, Photoshop, or whatever suits your fancy.

I almost feel like he is Microsoft and has been regulated so that his part of the software market is controlled. I myself have ony been on the "List" once for like an hour or something probably......whatever the outcome I just hope you don't decide to leave Nikos......a core of artists is what made this site what it is and I can't but help feel that your roll was one of the biggest and this is how you are treated

I'm with Hippy........... who needs a stinking list?

Wrong or right I just feel the approach to enlighten him is being done in poor taste. That is my 'opinion', I myself don't understand fully whats going on but as it seems right now....the top author list is misleading, and there is better ways of telling him "See ya, and close the door behind you".

sig101,
Because you insisting to abuse me, I have to answer.

What are you talking about?
Did you read my post? Do you think that you know the facts?
If you did, which I am sure you don't, you couldn't talk that way.