Because one can't have manners and a sense of humor, right? Robot wasn't complaining about anything because he knew that what was said was in jest. Hence the reason he jabbed back with pointing out that others are closed minded and will never find treasure. Of course, you won't speak to how "rude" or "immature" that was. The reason nobody complained? Because we all understand humor and playful trash talking. Apparently, not all of us.You say there are posts here that are posted in a "playful, joking manner" as you put it. I guess you think that if you keep telling yourself that, others will believe you. I certainly won't.
"This is how things go" - for you and certain others here perhaps, but not for most who post here.
I don't give the hind quarters of a rat whether you or me or anyone else believes in Robot's theories. We have every right to question them, but let's have some manners shall we, and do so in a manner that reflects our role as adults.
To ridicule and be condescending is just plain rude and frankly I thought this forum was a little more grown up than that.
No one is asking anyone to believe anything here. If you don't believe theories, well then ask questions. If folks here can be bothered to post ridicule, surely then can also take the time to do that as well can't they?
As for "rugged treasure hunters" not having "thick skin", I firmly believe that most have manners.
I really don't care what you think about mine or anybody else's posts. The fact that you take yourself so seriously and have no sense of playfulness at all really shows what a joy you must be to be around. Lighten up, Nancy. Maybe open your eyes and mind a little to try to see the difference between being rude and ridiculing to jokingly disagreeing. Robot seems to use it to motivate him to continue in his quest. Maybe you should try too and stop preaching your holier than thou condescending remarks. Geez, talk about rude. Take a look in a mirror, hypocrite.