Whether Heyuri is stale or not depends on the person. For the long timers, it probably does feel that way. Most "off topic" imageboards get stale quickly. What are the most active imageboards of today about? Politics (always something new going on there), new video games, and new anime . The fact that discussing these topics is, at best, highly discouraged on Heyuri or just straight out banned poses a problem.

In my opinion the solution is three-pronged. First, bring in new people. The elder Heyurians are going to be worn out no matter what. Second, relax the stigma against discussing new things - this includes politics. Political discussion can be fun. Three, loosen up moderation in general, people don't want to get in trouble and right now it's very easy to be in trouble for very minor "mistakes". Ban people who come here to stir shit, but be lenient when people are just making casual fun. E.g.: >>70315 should never have been deleted.