Defcon for DPR?

[CaptainWhiteBeard]

So if the new DPR doesn't turn up what do people think of Defcon taking the mantle?

I personally think he has guided the ship incredibly well since the whole arrest fiasco.

Who knows what will happen, he may not even want the role...

Sensationalist thread i know but its Monday morning and i am getting bored

Mod Edit: Changed his name

[Stealth]

I've no doubt in his leadership or moral compass, that much I can say.

[EveyHammond]

Defcon*.

But yes, I think he would be capable of being a front-line figure. To be honest, the Defcon account has always struck me as being peculiar. His initial introduction seemed strange, it was as if there was some underlying reason that he had to be known to the community - despite not having a public role in the SR team.

I'm trying to avoid putting on my tin hat, but I have a feeling Defcon is merely an alias for DPR to slip into to create the illusion that DPR had jumped the gun.

[V]

Defcon*.

But yes, I think he would be capable of being a front-line figure. To be honest, the Defcon account has always struck me as being peculiar. His initial introduction seemed strange, it was as if there was some underlying reason that he had to be known to the community - despite not having a public role in the SR team.

I'm trying to avoid putting on my tin hat, but I have a feeling Defcon is merely an alias for DPR to slip into to create the illusion that DPR had jumped the gun.

Just remember:

There were many scenarios hypothesized before launching the new market, and although these scenarios - such as DPR going missing - were painful to imagine and thought of as unlikely to happen, a plan was put into place regardless, to ensure we could continue moving forwards, in spite of issues like these.

We've seen already that the contingency plan is not 100% perfect, nor is it ideal in any manner of speaking - but so far, it's done what it was designed to do, and kept us afloat in times of trouble

Stay strong, Evey

[EveyHammond]

Defcon*.

But yes, I think he would be capable of being a front-line figure. To be honest, the Defcon account has always struck me as being peculiar. His initial introduction seemed strange, it was as if there was some underlying reason that he had to be known to the community - despite not having a public role in the SR team.

I'm trying to avoid putting on my tin hat, but I have a feeling Defcon is merely an alias for DPR to slip into to create the illusion that DPR had jumped the gun.

Just remember:

There were many scenarios hypothesized before launching the new market, and although these scenarios - such as DPR going missing - were painful to imagine and thought of as unlikely to happen, a plan was put into place regardless, to ensure we could continue moving forwards, in spite of issues like these.

We've seen already that the contingency plan is not 100% perfect, nor is it ideal in any manner of speaking - but so far, it's done what it was designed to do, and kept us afloat in times of trouble

Stay strong, Evey

Until the end, V.

[daddybee]

Defcon*.
I have a feeling Defcon is merely an alias for DPR to slip into to create the illusion that DPR had jumped the gun.

surely if DPR is now Defcon the escrow cold wallet (or whatever it was callled) would have been released. lets not get into more conspiracy theories 

[Kvothe]

I really didn't know about Defcon until this whole fiasco broke loose. At the beginning I was like who is that? However after reading his posts, I really came to like him. I don't know what it is, but there is something about his posts that I find absolutely thrilling

I think it has to do with the genre he writes in. DPR1's posts were ethical/philospohical, DPR2's were more liberal and Defcon's are more technical/straight, I like that.

I wouldn't mind him as a new DPR at all, but if he doesn't become the new DPR, knowing that he remains behind the scene will make me feel at ease

[EveyHammond]

Defcon*.
I have a feeling Defcon is merely an alias for DPR to slip into to create the illusion that DPR had jumped the gun.

surely if DPR is now Defcon the escrow cold wallet (or whatever it was callled) would have been released. lets not get into more conspiracy theories 

Is that what you really think or is that what they want you to think?
The question is, are they going without pay to return the escrow funds, or are they slowly releasing it from this so called "cold wallet" in a manner which would make it likely that DPR is no where to be seen. Thus falsifying all LE leads. These guys are geniuses, never underestimate their ability to illude us all.

Don't get me wrong - I am in full support of their operation, I just find it intriguing.

[EveyHammond]

I really didn't know about Defcon until this whole fiasco broke loose. At the beginning I was like who is that? However after reading his posts, I really came to like him. I don't know what it is, but there is something about his posts that I find absolutely thrilling

I think it has to do with the genre he writes in. DPR1's posts were ethical/philospohical, DPR2's were more liberal and Defcon's are more technical/straight, I like that.

I wouldn't mind him as a new DPR at all, but if he doesn't become the new DPR, knowing that he remains behind the scene will make me feel at ease

They are brilliant at opsec:

http://www.smh.com.au/it-pro/security-it/why-hackers-should-be-afraid-of-how-they-write-20130116-2csdo.html

[Alfred]

Defcon may not be posting under the DPR account but he is for all intents and purposes; DPR.  He is guiding the ship during the storm and as many have said before; a quiet sea does not make a good sailor.

Who his IRL identity is does not much matter.  We are all DPR and we are all Defcon.  We are all Alfred too. 

As long as our goals and visions are the same; we are all one in purpose.

[EveyHammond]

Defcon may not be posting under the DPR account but he is for all intents and purposes; DPR.  He is guiding the ship during the storm and as many have said before; a quiet sea does not make a good sailor.

Who his IRL identity is does not much matter.  We are all DPR and we are all Defcon.  We are all Alfred too. 

As long as our goals and visions are the same; we are all one in purpose.

Exactly. Refer to my signature.  I was merely toying with some thoughts that I had.

EDIT: Not that I don't appreciate anyone and everyone who is willing to stand up and do their part to lead the ship. Very couragous and inspiring people - the real freedom fighters.

[smity1020]

Alfred your words of wisdom is what makes us a great virtual family, you always know how to turn a bad situation into something good of it, despite whats going on, *hugs* alfred

[eVo10]

Defcon may not be posting under the DPR account but he is for all intents and purposes; DPR.  He is guiding the ship during the storm and as many have said before; a quiet sea does not make a good sailor.

Who his IRL identity is does not much matter.  We are all DPR and we are all Defcon.  We are all Alfred too. 

As long as our goals and visions are the same; we are all one in purpose.

+1. Nice words - and great use of semicolon

[WickedWords]

Can you please change the title to Defcon* it's bugging the shit out of meh...

I second that motion

[Alfred]

Can you please change the title to Defcon* it's bugging the shit out of meh...

I second that motion

Motion carries!

[WickedWords]

:-)

Blimey. There are a lot of people passing motions here tonight.

Alfred, good break? Missed you!

[Alfred]

Indeed it was quite enjoyable although I have not had much of an actual break.  It was good to see some of my family and friends though, particularly the ones I have not seen in a while!

I trust your break was good as well?

[Cloquet]

Who the Hell is 'Defcom'?

As for Defcon, who cares what name they go by? Does SR really require someone using the name Dread Pirate Roberts adminning?

[DoctorClu]

Can you please change the title to Defcon* it's bugging the shit out of meh...

I second that motion

Motion carries!

Passed. OP title updated.

[lovefortree]

i'd agree defcon can pick up the mantle and run this ship like he has been doing!

[lashesxo]

Agreed.

[CaptainWhiteBeard]

Wait... did i have Defcom in the title?

[Cloquet]

Wait... did i have Defcom in the title?

No. You also haven't been constantly misspelling that username either.

[CaptainWhiteBeard]

I am a little embarrassed

[lashesxo]

I am a little embarrassed

Lol. 

[CaptainWhiteBeard]

I am a little embarrassed

Lol. 

Woo totally worth it now lol

[lashesxo]

  You're welcome

[Cheese on Toast]

Defcon's recent write ups, and controlling of the current situation has appeared to be a lot more reassuring and professional then any of the other "dpr's" would of handled such things IMHO.
hell yeah i agree he should take the helm.

[CaptainWhiteBeard]

Defcon's recent write ups, and controlling of the current situation has appeared to be a lot more reassuring and professional then any of the other "dpr's" would of handled such things IMHO.
hell yeah i agree he should take the helm.

I concur

[nurseJackie]

agreed. 

[nurseJackie]

I am a little embarrassed

I had been reading this thread and did not even notice the misspelling at this point.  Funny how the human brain corrects things, of course now it is obivoius.

[spaceparticle]

I concur

I as well. Defcon seems to be less concerned with semantics and posturing. This is not to say that I have not loved and supported all the previous DPRs .

[CaptainWhiteBeard]

I concur

I as well. Defcon seems to be less concerned with semantics and posturing. This is not to say that I have loved and supported all the previous DPRs .

Exactly, a sensible and not over the top DPR is all i wish for

[nurseJackie]

I think recent actions speak louder than words, and does nothing but support your arguement of Defcon for DPR.

DPR2 - coins missing.
Defcon - plan to return coins by May, gets them back early January 4 months early.

Seems clear to me who is building the trust of the community!