This mod-post is made in accordance with Rule 11 of the subreddit which addresses the spread of misinformation regarding the series, its author, the staff, and the production process. As it states:
>> Do not post fake or edited pictures/statements without declaring them as such.
>> When making claims about the Hajime Isayama, the anime staff or other individuals involved in the production, or the production process itself, add a reliable (non-clickbait) source. You are required to directly link to this source somewhere in your post or comment. Screenshots, especially edited ones, are not considered sufficient sources.
This rule has been implement for almost more than a year now however, we have observed a spike in the submissions featuring misleading titles, misinterpreted or misquotes attributed to Isayama, and outright false information about the series. This, obviously, contributes to the spread of misinformation, especially as many users may not verify every claim they encounter while scrolling. Unfortunately over time such unverified or false claims are now accepted as facts within the community.
Recent posts citing new statements from Isayama, that are getting posted every few hours, without proper sourcing or context are a clear example of this issue.
This subreddit is meant to facilitate thoughtful and informed discussion about the series, and we won't be allowing misinformation to undermine that purpose.
Therefore moving forward, any submission that includes:
• Misleading or Clickbait titles
• Misquoted or altered statements
• Claims about the author, staff, or production without a reliable source
will result in a one-week ban.
This obviously does not mean you are prohibited from expressing your views on the author, discuss your interpretation of his words or pass any judgement. We only ask that his actual words be presented first, exactly as they are without any alterations, so readers could form their own conclusion before considering your perspective.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation on this situation. You can also assist us by reporting any submissions that violate Rule 11, or any other rule of the subreddit for that matter.