(09-10-2023, 10:43 PM)Connor Wrote: Thank you all for your submissions. I've decided to extend the event by 3 days until Wednesday due to several people wanting to participate but have been away.
So use this time if you want to refine anything or if you want to make your story. Wednesday the 13th will not be budging from there.
I would like to express my deep concerns and disappointment regarding the recent decision to extend the contest deadline after the original deadline has already passed. It's crucial to emphasize the importance of maintaining fairness and consistency in such competitions.
Many of us worked diligently to meet the initial deadline, ensuring our submissions were not only timely but also in compliance with the original rules. Changing the rules after the fact not only undermines the efforts and dedication of those who adhered to the initial guidelines but also raises questions about the transparency and integrity of the contest.
In the spirit of fairness and equal opportunity, it's imperative that contests like this adhere to their stated deadlines and rules. A level playing field ensures that every participant has an equal chance to compete and be judged on the same terms.
While I understand the desire to accommodate those who may have missed the initial deadline, altering the rules after submissions have been made creates a sense of unfairness and erodes the trust of participants in the contest's integrity.
I urge the organizers to carefully consider the impact of such decisions on the participants and to uphold the principles of fairness and consistency that are vital for a truly equitable competition.
