Poll System Feedback

Richard

I can’t wait to throw all of my votes in the trash can and write in JC

Cynder111

I will be honest with you. The only reason i support authors is so they can write what they want, when they want. Quality over quantity so to say. As such a poll system would be counter productive.

My only real concern is how this actually makes a difference in anything. If the polls aren't for every update cycle, then what's really the point? If you're arbitrarily updating based on inspiration, then the donation model is the best one because forcing you to write something you don't feel inspired for won't end well for both us readers or you, the writer. Conversely, if the polls would be every update cycle, then it could either be abused by people mass voting one thing every time and that wouldn't be ideal for you either. So like...how does this practically impact us? I don't get the point of having this system if it won't be used consistently.

RaptorusMaximus

This seems fine.

Kivi

Polls are good, but I’m not so sure on such a heavy weighting toward patreon tier levels- the vast majority of people can vote for something and it takes only an extremely small number to override it. While it lets the high tiers have more say, I think that the ratio of voting power to sub level should be much smaller if you must have a weighted vote system. Enough times that a very large majority votes for something but loses because of the weighted system may end up having a bunch of people walk away. (Full disclosure, I am a mid-tier supporter)

Veeeee

The only issue I see with this idea is more of a long term one, and I suppose a matter of making very clear definitions of those backer benefits. If you ever decide to use a poll for something else than choosing the next update, would voting power still apply? I could think of several scenarios where it would be inconvenient to have to apply it to all future polls, but if you don't, some people might feel like they're not "getting what they paid for".

RDZ90

I feel you should write what you think is best and just take our input only into consideration to stimulate your writting but I will also use my votes wisely and upgrade my pledge, Could I just make a suggestion for the last member, its got to be a pokemon that is feared for its ferocity like a dragon to maybe expand on their mythos biology and social structure... or like a charizard, or a tyranitar. I feel Lee's team needs a pokemon that is a heavy hitter to complete his team and to also showcase Lee's skill with the handling of dangerous animals. Thanks.

Fuggmann

The idea here is if I have two or more things my inspiration is really jiving with, I'll toss up a poll and we'll see which one wins. I'm not going to make something I'm not feeling at the time a choice. I do understand the concern, though.

K

I think polls should remain suggestions. Being forced to write something could kill your creativity.

Straven

I'll assume my 15$ a month donation will fit into the 4 vote count? Either way if it helps you go for it.