Jetsina, it is Interesting what you said that phrases can have different meanings, yes you are correct.
I thought my meaning was clear especially as I had the IF and THEN in capitals. However, it could be taken as an action that may happen, OR as a comment on an action that has already happened.
Forget about British English though, we are not all Pommies here, this is an international Forum - it highlights the potential difficulties and misunderstandings that could occur.
That player who may have been a pirate once - well now it seems he aint no more & has turned over a new leaf - he should be complimented, publically
The drama arises here from certain players racing to be arbiters on the character of players - by secret messages. Without the knowledge of the players being accused.
You would think its a matter of Sticks & Stones etc. but names will never hurt me. Well Granny guess what, that sneaky carry on can & does hurt players - myself & JJ for a start. Such actions are not appreciated, nor forgotten in a hurry. Going to something, well do it openly.
And that stuff about members of your crew being able to do whatever they want without their actions affecting your reputation in any way. Well guess what, that's not how the world works.