[WaifuApple]

Trial Mods / GMs are a thing I've seen about in other communities, for sure. Of course, I can't say much for their effectiveness here, but considering I worry there'd be a lack of people trusted to take on the role proper, it could serve as a way to offer more confidence for everyone in the people that end up going on to help with the community. Either way, getting new members on the team is certainly important to push for.

To the mention of GMs having a life, and not wanting to dedicate their entire time to this, I know, and I understand that. But that very much adds to the argument needed for more. In a climate where the current team can't be there all the time, more people to fill those gaps is, well, very important. Whether their fault or not, there is a definite desire in the community for more active manpower. Because being a good person is great and all, yes - but if half of the community knows nothing about you, that doesn't really matter. They're probably not going to feel that comfortable approaching you. It is very different if you're in one of the few groups frequented, as you get chance to know them at least somewhat.

And I agree with the sentiment that we don't just want random people getting in the role, but it's not my place to be suggesting who gets the position, or even how things are decided. It would inevitably be welcomed if the community was able to make suggestions, with ultimate choice up to the GMs and Dev for mediation - but in the end, how it happens is how it happens. Right now I'm just trying to advocate for more staff at all.