>so, I propose something: filter Kuz's name and any discussion about him, and then pretend he isn't associated with the website anymore
That is effectively exactly what kaguya had been doing for months until that big longpost thread between him and I recently

That all started because I was growing increasingly concerned about how far the convenient narrative/white lie of "kuz is no longer involved with Heyuri, he's not here anymore" had deviated from the truth of the situation. I could see it having a terrible impact on Heyuri later down the road when those who were here specifically because they were under the impression that kuz was gone were to inevitably find out that he was still around to some extent - so in a rash decision and the heat of the moment, I tore the bandaid off hoping to resolve things early before the new/returning users could get too comfortable, hoping to minimize the potential outrage/devastation

Obviously this has upset the peace and caused some pandemonium (for which I do take a fair amount of responsibility for and apologize), but I do believe it was inevitable given the circumstances - and I think all of this will inevitably happen again should we go back to pretending kuz is gone when he's not

I know it's not fun for anyone, but I honestly believe it's for the best that we keep transparent and don't try to "swindle" potential/returning users - if they have a deep-seated hatred of kuz (or anyone else here for that matter), it's better if they're aware of the involvement so they don't come in with false hopes and expectations, which will only lead to further disappointment, distrust, and bitterness

(also quick sidenote: I'm not the only one that uses the mod capcode and ID, and I typically only use it when I think it's necessary or if I think it would be funny, so don't assume it's always me. For transparency, my only post ITT before now was >>62424 )