Thread:JAlbor/@comment-25301601-20131231014037/@comment-4814368-20140103234354

''Instead of complaining that you can't respond to my arguments because they're "opinions", I suggest you try arguing against them and explaining why you disagree with them. ''

I have, but they seem to not take root. For example, the pictures are instantly recognizable so I don't see that as "large pictures in their way", which you disagree with. You say "It's better to have a neat list of the characters", but I actually believe this method is just as easy to read, and if it were slightly less readable, I would see it more than makes it for it in attention-grabbing visual design. The internet has largely moved away from a purely text-based experience precisely because we have come to realize the importance of visual design as a user experience.

"make readers wonder why the images are so small": I don't think that fear is founded. I can't imagine the images will be so small that people can't see them. Also, as above, even if some space is lost, the overall visual appeal more than makes up for it.

" it's more about making your side look stronger." To who? My arguments have convinced others, so I believe that is precisely how one measures the strength. I see no objective alternative that you have offered. The only person you want me to convince is you, but you don't admit to not having convinced me, or anyone else for that matter.

"The opinions of regular users are just as valid" I completely agree, which is why when five other regular users have supported the portal idea, I am still surprised to that you refuse to cede the point. I have a difficult time interpreting your behavior as anything but intentionally impeding desired change.

Lastly, regarding design, this is something we can always change as the need arises. If we want to save some space and remove the "Veterans/Newcomers" approach, we easily can. I just put that in there because that was how the current list was situated.