Author Topic: Could a screen name be changed? (Read 2778 times)

SpiralSpider · « **on:** March 05, 2013, 11:34:55 am »

When I first came to this site, I was tired and made my screen name be my actual first name. ^,^'

Ever since that time, my regret for that has been growing and I was wondering if I could possibly have my screen name changed?

Avis habilis · « **Reply #1 on:** March 05, 2013, 01:28:58 pm »

Each approved member gets to change their screen name one time. Send a PM to any staff member (Goddess, God, Siren, Satyr or Sidhe) with what you want your name changed to.

Just remember that this is a one-time-ever deal - the new name is the one you'll have to use from then on out, no going back, no changing it to something else later.

Rhapsody · « **Reply #2 on:** March 05, 2013, 01:56:47 pm »

Quote from: Avis habilis on March 05, 2013, 01:28:58 pm

Each approved member gets to change their screen name one time. Send a PM to any staff member (Goddess, God, Siren, Satyr or Sidhe) with what you want your name changed to.

Just remember that this is a one-time-ever deal - the new name is the one you'll have to use from then on out, no going back, no changing it to something else later.

Did they change this? I distinctly remember Halloween being a time you could change your name as you saw fit, but maybe that's only at that time of the year.

SpiralSpider · « **Reply #3 on:** March 05, 2013, 01:58:43 pm »

Thanks for the help.

I'll send a PM right away.

Avis habilis · « **Reply #4 on:** March 05, 2013, 02:02:36 pm »

Quote from: Rhapsody on March 05, 2013, 01:56:47 pm

Did they change this? I distinctly remember Halloween being a time you could change your name as you saw fit, but maybe that's only at that time of the year.

They did. Now users only get the one change & that's permanent & irrevocable.

Vekseid · « **Reply #5 on:** March 05, 2013, 08:37:16 pm »

Quote from: Rhapsody on March 05, 2013, 01:56:47 pm

Did they change this? I distinctly remember Halloween being a time you could change your name as you saw fit, but maybe that's only at that time of the year.

This actually was the reason. It started to get really, really confusing.

That said, donating members do get one additional name change.

Amor · « **Reply #6 on:** March 05, 2013, 10:37:01 pm »

Thanks for asking this, I had assumed I would be able to change my username at some point but after being accepted thought I was stuck with it for good!

Fingers crossed, I'll be Amor soon

Formless · « **Reply #7 on:** March 28, 2013, 06:28:30 pm »

I might just do that. I realized Ark Noah isn't suitable for a username ...

Elina · « **Reply #8 on:** March 28, 2013, 10:00:29 pm »

Quote from: Ark Noah on March 28, 2013, 06:28:30 pm

I might just do that. I realized Ark Noah isn't suitable for a username ...

How come?

* Elina feels like she's missing something.

Formless · « **Reply #9 on:** March 29, 2013, 06:25:02 am »

It has an ' ancient ' feel ... too ancient. $:-\$

Oniya · « **Reply #10 on:** March 29, 2013, 10:29:13 am »

We have an Inkidu around here somewhere...

Lilias · « **Reply #11 on:** March 29, 2013, 12:45:33 pm »

Also an Inanna, a Tiamat, an Osiris, several Anubises, and no end of the Norse crew.

Beguile's Mistress · « **Reply #12 on:** March 29, 2013, 12:51:52 pm »

There is a lot to be said for the mystical feel a so-call ancient name can conjure.

Oniya · « **Reply #13 on:** March 29, 2013, 12:57:00 pm »

Of course, the important thing is how comfortable you feel with the name. So if you want to make a change, just follow the instructions in the second post.

Formless · « **Reply #14 on:** March 29, 2013, 01:46:39 pm »

Thank you. I will , once I find a suitable one.

Formless · « **Reply #15 on:** April 25, 2013, 04:43:56 am »

I tried to look for the answer but I couldn't . So here's a question.

If I change my name. Does it overrites anything associated with the old name? I know in-post material are not affected. But does it also change my name in my buddy's PM list? Or is it from the instance the name is changed and onward?

I'm sorry If that may not made much sense.

Oniya · « **Reply #16 on:** April 25, 2013, 05:26:55 am »

All previous posts that you have made, and any links that connect to your old name/profile will be connected to the new name.

Formless · « **Reply #17 on:** April 25, 2013, 05:52:29 am »

Aha I see.

Thank you Lady Oniya. :)

Oreo · « **Reply #18 on:** April 25, 2013, 06:33:10 am »

The only portion that would remain Ark Noah is your original login name.

Formless · « **Reply #19 on:** April 25, 2013, 06:38:02 am »

Really?

Ok that was critical. I should keep it in mind.

Tharic · « **Reply #20 on:** April 25, 2013, 09:32:37 am »

Also keep in mind that (if you're anal) you'll want to go back and edit posts that you've done such as an A&A or O&O and any stories that you're involved in would still have your original name in the subject, etc.

People can also still do a Member search for you by both your new name and your old name as well. It's also handy to shoot a PM to your friends/mentors (just saying! lol) letting them know of the name change too.

Formless · « **Reply #21 on:** April 25, 2013, 09:42:35 am »

Wow , search me with both names?

I guess there's more to it than just a new name tag huh ... That's really interesting.

Inkidu · « **Reply #22 on:** April 30, 2013, 12:10:33 pm »

Quote from: Oniya on March 29, 2013, 10:29:13 am

We have an Inkidu around here somewhere...

You called?

Actually, I have a question. My name used to be Inkedu, but I changed it before the one change limit. Do I still get a freebee?

Cecilia · « **Reply #23 on:** April 30, 2013, 12:35:48 pm »

Quote from: Inkidu on April 30, 2013, 12:10:33 pm

You called?

Actually, I have a question. My name used to be Inkedu, but I changed it before the one change limit. Do I still get a freebee?

Do you want it changed back to Inkedu?

Send any staffer a request for the change

Inkidu · « **Reply #24 on:** April 30, 2013, 12:40:38 pm »

Quote from: Cecilia on April 30, 2013, 12:35:48 pm

Do you want it changed back to Inkedu?

Send any staffer a request for the change

No, I just wanted to see if I had the option, I like my name. Thanks for the reply. ^_^

Hope you're doing well, Cecilia.