So I sign up for Full Tilt with the screenname "Racist88"...

[12AX7]

Well, you're going to catch some flames. But I applaud your investigative method and putting your money behind your theory.

A thought or two though on your test methodology, etc.

1) As one poster pointed out, Racist88 isn't really inflamatory enough. It invokes no *hate*, just distaste. The MLKSuxDix handle is a better example of how invoke hate. You have to come across as a slobbering, ranting idiot, basically confrontational. Racist88 is a label. MLKSuxDix is an *insult*. See the difference. So try something more insulting and see what happens. Try something like NiggazSuk, RapSuks, NiggazRule, HonkeysCantJump, HeilHitler, ZyklonBRulz, SlantEyedChink, NoTikeeNoLaundry, SukMyDik, UpUr@ss etc. You have to make it an emotional affront to really test the concept. It has to make folks see red want to shout you down. Personally I wouldn't, but if you want to test the concept, that's the element that needs to change. Racist88 is just to bland for the proper effect.

2) I think having a memorable screen name is a mistake. If people remember it, they remember how you play. I'd think that's a mistake. Stealth might be a better ploy IMHO. Because the last thing I want is someone *trying* to get a line on me specifically.