In some cases its done for malevolent purposes, and sure, those kinds are bad, but sometimes its done to make a situation more bearable. Sure this sounds counterintuitive, but its like a sailor cursing, that could be seen as “toxic” but to them its how they get through the day.
People need to get thick skin, when your co-workers curse, do you yell at them and say that they are “toxic”?
Sorry bro, but you seem to have come down with a case of the toxic.
So what you’re saying is that treating others very badly in a bad situation makes you feel better, and thus is good for the game.
I disagree.
The most toxic thing to me is gnomes. That’s why I snack on em. keeps them from tormenting me in their little fairy world. Better to eat the rascals than eat their food and be damned in their cages.
There’s a difference between jokingly swearing between friends or co-workers and then breaking out harassment or hostility on random people you don’t know.
We need to define toxicity as I think you are using a different meaning than what’s typically meant by it.
So your saying bad behaviour is ok if it’s less bad than other bad behaviour?
You have the wrong definition of toxic right now.
Some people call me “toxic” just for cursing out loud. To me its just a stress reliever. Its not even directed at anyone.
I swear worse than a drunk sailor. Good thing forums frown on it. Just imagine every word I write now has curse word between them.
Also why I mute myself on discord. I made myself toxic after years of playing CoD like games.
If it makes you feel better to abuse other people in a bad situation that is not their fault, you are the problem with the community.
How is cursing out loud “abusing” anyone? I’m not really cursing at them.
There’s a very big difference between saying the F word, and saying the F+U word at some one.
I am not sure you are using the same definition of ‘toxic’ as others are.
If it’s not directed at them, then they clearly don’t know the definition of “toxic.”
Being toxic is a very specific behavior, in which you act in a way that directly negatively impacts another player, usually intentionally and with malice.
Toxicity isn’t just saying swear words.
Some people just like to see the world slightly toasted.
If people here cant handle WoWs mild levels of toxic, they should never go to anything related to Call of Duty, there are beings entirely composed of toxic who reside there.
Lol things escalate quickly on CoD. It goes from people complaining about lag, then a second later they’re cursing your mom and ancestors out.
I’m sorry you’ve been hurt.
And I’m glad you asked about “toxic.”
Keep in mind, this is 2021, and there’s a lot of stupid privilege out in the wilds of real life humans where many use words they’ve heard used but have no real understanding of their correct usage.
Swearing, when directed at a situation and used in frustration, like on the 10th wipe on a specific mechanic and someone says, “OMFG, why does the fire always find MY feet? PLEASE FRAK RIGHT OFF STUPID FIRE AND LEAVE ME ALONE SO WE CAN ALL GET SOME SLEEP SOMETIME BEFORE THE TURN OF THE NEXT CENTURY!” is usually not only acceptable, but can be hilarious and helpful in allowing everyone a good laugh and dispelling the frustration of the group. This clears heads, let’s everyone relax, concentrate, and burn down the boss, while reminding everyone when the fire finds their feet.
But when directed at/about someone specific, as in, “Leroy, you’re about to be frakking famous because you’re frakking stupid on a frakking level of exponential frakking idiocy there’s no measure for in the known universe.” is indeed, toxic.
So yes, “toxic” always means bad.
Because in English, words have specific definitions which random easily triggered narcissistic sensitive snowflakes can’t just decide they mean something different in order to make themselves feel smart, better or less guilty, depending on the situation.
Definitions of Toxic:
adjective
noun
Hope this helps, and don’t let strangers on the internet get to you. People who lash out are likely dealing with some personal demons/abusive relationships/bosses, etc., and it’s their own frustrations finding the wrong exit ramp and undeserving target.
I know it’s hard, but if you take the calm high road, attempt to diffuse (with comedy if possible), it will make everyone feel better, and may even make Lasher realize they lashed undeservedly and apologize/treat people better in future.
Basically, showing kindness to people who rarely receive it, can change people for the better.
Aloha, and Good Hunting.