My post in n2p
"Yes, smokey did post him using Phobos name and the pWp tag. Phobos has cleared up that it was a joke using his name, and no harm done. But, it was also a pWp tag that was used, so in theory... I would have the right to make a formal complaint. The problem is, tag stealing typically is only banned after a warning. I may be wrong, but all I saw was a SS provided by UE and one from 2k with him tag stealing. I don't know if he was warned, but that was never mentioned. His actions were posted and to me, as the person who should be concerned the most about unauthorized use of the pWp tag, it seemed like he understood or at least knew it was not appreciated....making it a moot point.
I'm in no way saying how the server should be reff'd or telling Smokey what to do... but as far as my personal opinions, I don't see any reason on banning him personally for using our tags when he did. He did it, was caught, and if it happens again then actions should be taken.
The only thing "up in the air" is the hacking claim Smoke made, which he no longer has the SS. I would assume, however, that if someone did drop there would be a record somewhere on some forum or logs. I have checked all the logs I can and found nothing, leading me to believe either it happened on a server I have no access to, was posted at a forum I don't go to... or smokey has confused him with someone else.
I remember him when he was around pwp, and don't remember any problems at all. Like I said, ban who you want for what ever reason you want.... but officially, I ask not to use his tag stealing as the reason since I believe that situation was handled.".
Ok, the ban did not happen in a pwp server so pwp has no control over changing it or even debating it really. It being an n2p server, keep talking with them until you can come to a resolve. As far as Smokey being a pwp member, although that is a fact... his actions were done as an n2p ref. They allow him to ref out of confidence and trust. You may or may not disagree with them or him, but it comes down to who is paying for the server. Everyone needs to stop believing they have a "right" to be in a server. No one but the owner has any rights. I don't know if the ban will be lifted, and honestly... I don't care. ButI would suggest, your best ways to get results is to at least attempt to handle things like an adult.
For future reference on "tag stealing as a joke".... you an use your friends name all you want, but not the clan tags. A lot of people have put time and effort into being allowed to have those tags and take it personally. Yes, this is just a game... but to some, a clan tag is proof of family and or achievement. To some, it's just a few letters in a video game. The fact of the matter is, actions taken against using another clans tags without permission will vary from person to person. The people with the options of banning you may or may not.
Best way to avoid it being a problem, never use a clan tag without permission.