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 HI Guys !!!!!!!!!
I'm not sure how to put this as I am sure there will be mixed views on this. So here I go
Every week more and more non-fan club members have been...well....swarming our blogs. what I mean is that when i look on comments on most blogs I notice how many non fanclub members there are. Not that Its a bad thing, as the more the merrier.
Having joined Hyperspace I sometimes feel superior to those who are not of the fan club. I can proudly go onto message boards here and the Lucasarts forums and boast that im a member. I feel like us Members are in 500 Republica, taking the high road. its just nice to know that all people with there own avatar and blog have all payed the money to come on and talk to other people who share the same passion for Star Wars.
What are your thoughts
BB Out
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DJ Maul: Got Feet?
DJ Maul's Dancin' Cantina Party
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 9:58 AM
I have no problems with NON paying fans replying on the blogs....there are plenty of younglings (and not so younglings) that simply cant afford the Hyprspace fee but still wish to be a part of the fun, and I'm glad that they are at the very least allowed to read & reply.
Besides, this gives people who may be contemplating a membership a chance to take the site for a "test drive" so to speak.
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salaciouslq
Jedi Counsel Help 5¢
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 10:05 AM
I agree with DJ Maul, often people are misinformed and don't know the benefits of joining Hyperspace. I think if we set a good example and tell people how cool it is to be a member, they will be encouraged to join. I understand that there are younglings out there who can't afford to pay for a year membership. I can see how if you can't post, you can at least reply. Those of us who are members may feel inclined to blog but not read other blogs. I try to do both, but it depends on how busy my life is.
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DJ Maul: Got Feet?
DJ Maul's Dancin' Cantina Party
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 10:18 AM
I understand where your coming from salaciouslq...I try to resond to each blog I read in SOME way, even if its not a long reply, just to let the writer know I read it.
The general principle held here is "do not blog just for comments" and I understand that philosophy, but it is nice to know that there are people out there reading your blogs....be they paying customers or NOT.
to quote that little old lady from Poltergeist:
"ALL ARE WELCOME....COME INTO THE LIGHT....ALL ARE WELCOME...!"
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greenandwhitejedi
Bar 66
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 10:30 AM
Personally, I think non-paying members are scum. A bunch of leeching malcontents, that's what they are. Commitment! That's what they need!
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amidalooine
The Emotional Galaxy
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 10:35 AM
lol greenandwhitejedi!
I like everyone's comments....but it does seem like a lot of "regulars" are busy these days, myself included. I've got the younglings home from school for the summer...changes the whole routine here in the amidalooine homestead.
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Leia Suul
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 10:38 AM
People who aren't paying the money to join Hyperspace don't necessarily have less of a passion for Star Wars. StarWars.com is for anyone who loves Star Wars not just the official fan club members! 
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darth eagle2
the veiws of a sith
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 11:12 AM
BothanBoy, do you remember that British blogging thing you set up? well it appears that some people may have not read it and stuff and have forgotten about it, I like what you are doing, I want to revive it and get more Brits to sign up so I was wondering if I can have your permission to do so?
Cheers
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Tkia Fett
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 11:55 AM
I don't have hyperspace because I'm a 'youngling', and the cost is to much to justify the ends, for me. I'm happy with being able to reply and comment. Also, I don't think I would use hyperspace much - I wouldn't often post my own blog.
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jedilily1026
Years Matter Not (Gone Crazy...Be Back Soon)
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 12:13 PM
I was a non- member fan for about 2 months before I decided to make the jump to Hyperspace. Why. Just wanted to "try it out" before investing my $39.95 and am pretty sure there are others that do the same. I'm happy I joined the site even tho I haven't gotten my membership kit yet.
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FAN4YRS
A Rebel's Ramblings
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 12:24 PM
Where have all the bloggers gone
long time passing
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cbern
Omega Squad's 5th member
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 12:31 PM
what i have noticed is that there aren't as many bloggers as i thought
only so many regulars
and there have been like tons of new hyperspace members joinig every day, which is good
and there are a lot non hyperspaceees on here, but whomever comments on my blogs deserves a cup of jawa juice at dex's, cuse i still haven't gotten one blog with the 50 max comments on it
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jkthunder
Seven Pieces
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 12:45 PM
I love seeing a new face - or lack of a face in my blogs! HS member or not. I really do like to see non- HS members because it seems they might have gone a little more out of the way just to read my blog. I'll take any readership - I'm not biased. When I see a new HS member comment in my blog its cool too - I'll usually check out their blog too.
Blogging comes in waves around here. Now with the start of summer, there's a bit of a lull, but not suprising. Sometimes there are waves of ne HS members, but I wonder if we wont see much until the TV shows are closer.
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TheBothanBoy
The Curious Bothan's Life Size Blog Archive
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 12:46 PM
what i have noticed is that there aren't as many bloggers as i thought
only so many regulars
and there have been like tons of new hyperspace members joinig every day, which is good
and there are a lot non hyperspaceees on here, but whomever comments on my blogs deserves a cup of jawa juice at dex's, cuse i still haven't gotten one blog with the 50 max comments on it
yeah I agree. I too havent got max 50. Ive gotten close though!
When i said about nonmembers being annoying this obviously exclude those Respectable non-members like you Tkia Fett LOL
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greenandwhitejedi
Bar 66
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 1:48 PM
I was going to join HS this week, but then I spent all my money on a DS Lite, which is awesome  , but which leaves me without Hyperspace  . I swear, money literally burns a hole in my pocket. Next week, though, next week...
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Kenobi-fan
The Jundland Wastes Journal
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 2:55 PM
Personally, I think non-paying members are scum. A bunch of leeching malcontents, that's what they are. Commitment! That's what they need!
How could you NOT like non-Hyperspace members with comments like these? Funny!
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Master Jedi Michael
ANBU File 1262- Master Jedi Michael
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 3:19 PM
I agree with greenandwhitejedi, maybe we should ignore the non-members, you know teach 'em a lesson. Wait a second!!!!! But seriously, my parents don't think I need hyperspace since I can comment. It's not that I less commited the parents are just cheep
o quote that little old lady from Poltergeist:
"ALL ARE WELCOME....COME INTO THE LIGHT....ALL ARE WELCOME...!"
Now to quote the little monkey in the Cartoon Network commercials
" COME OVER TO THE SHINY SIDE!! ( in cheesy southern accent ) ALL ARE WELCOME, ALL ARE WELCOME!!"
MTFBWY
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Master Jedi Michael
ANBU File 1262- Master Jedi Michael
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 3:22 PM
When i said about nonmembers being annoying this obviously exclude those Respectable non-members like you Tkia Fett LOL
Hey, I'm respectable!!! I do good things, I'm a nice person!!! JK JK JK
MTFBWY
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The Dark Moose
Moose Poodoo
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date Posted: Jun 24, 2006 9:20 PM
When HS was first revealed to us mods, my first concern was that it would create a type of elitism - that some folks would feel better than others because they had a fanclub membership.
Happily, for the most part I've been proven wrong. Yes occasionally someone has a cow in Forum Feedback - they'll say "but I'm a paying member!" as if that allows people to circumvent the rules. But for the greater majority, everyone treats people the same regardless of membership status. I hope it always stays that way.
I think its nice to feel part of something special as an HS member, but not at the expense of those that aren't. Not everyone has $40 they want to, or can, spend on this stuff.
DM out
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TheBothanBoy
The Curious Bothan's Life Size Blog Archive
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date Posted: Jun 25, 2006 1:55 AM
yeh I know what you mean DM it is nice to feel elite in some way now and again, but its also nice to hear from a range of different views both member and non-member.
I think its nice to feel part of something special as an HS member, but not at the expense of those that aren't. Not everyone has $40 they want to, or can, spend on this stuff
Exept if your british and you only pay £20.00. Oh how I wish i had a members kit and star wrs insiders 
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usetheforce19
MasterMonkey13
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date Posted: Jun 25, 2006 6:39 AM
You know, I had been reading the blogs for about three months before I finally got Hyperspace, I'm so happy now.
May the Force be with us all! God bless!
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: Jun 25, 2006 7:32 AM
I love seeing a new face - or lack of a face in my blogs! HS member or not. I really do like to see non- HS members because it seems they might have gone a little more out of the way just to read my blog. I'll take any readership - I'm not biased.
Same here jk. I'm not "picky" on who comments on my blogs...many non-HS members have the best comments/opinions. I try to do my best to respond to everyone who comments on my blog...though I sometimes make a general "thank you to all" because of space and/or time. I lurked around the blogs for a few months before I stared writing my own, and I feel better for it. Like jk, I also try to "visit" the blogs of "new" faces just to see what they're saying.
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zboa10
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date Posted: Jun 25, 2006 6:08 PM
ive been around since january or so. im happy without paying. ive been asking k-fan for a few days if i should now but i dont see why we should mean to the people who dont want or cant pay 40 bucks to write a blog and have an avatar. im thinking about getting a hyperspace but i dont think my parents will let me because i have to use their credit card because i dont have one. because im only 14 doesnt mean i need a credit card even if i cant. i mean look at me jedi master michael and green and white jedi. we comment a lot but there are a lot of new hyperspacers lately it feels weird not knowing everyone who might just pop up. i havent seen the bonthan boy or use the force or some of the others since the begining of this month.
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axel droma
axel droma
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date Posted: Jul 01, 2006 1:21 PM
yeh I know what you mean DM it is nice to feel elite in some way now and again, but its also nice to hear from a range of different views both member and non-member.
i concur completely, diversity on this subject as well as others is most welcome by me.
however for some of us older folks (the ones who were around in '77) having a place like hyperspace to go and sort out some questions about our shared passions is like having our youth brought back to us to relive and rejoice in the fond memories of old. then again having the youth of today share their views with us brings them closer to our perspective as well also helping the older crowd to see the younger in a more clearer light.
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axel droma
axel droma
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date Posted: Jul 01, 2006 1:32 PM
i ran out of room on the last blog. so here goes it.
im thinking about getting a hyperspace but i dont think my parents will let me because i have to use their credit card because i dont have one. because im only 14 doesnt mean i need a credit card even if i cant. it is a matter of respect (i'm not implying that you or any other non-member has no respect) it is just that when a service is provided it is respectful to offer a donation to help with the funds needed to provide said service-in this case the membership fee. perhaps if you helped out your parentals with the cash up front in exchange for CC usage they would be more willing to help you?
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