The Purpose of this Forum

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Howdy folks

Ok so this forum is a bit of an experiment for us..it might work or it might not..to be honest, im not sure..but I think it's worth giving it a go as it has the potential to really enrich our understanding and views of the characters and their relationships..

What is a SHIPPER?
Contrary to belief, a 'Shipper' is not a sailor..nor is it a pirate (sorry potc fans) . A 'Shipper' is internet terminology (wording) for the interest in the relationships within a fictional piece (eg LOST). The word (in part) derives from the term relation-ship. Make sense now? ..thought so

So the idea is to use this forum to discuss couples or groups who either previously or currently share a relationship..or those whom you would like to see involved in a relationship.

For example, you might be invested/interested in the relationship of Claire and Charlie - hence you might want to create a thread which focuses on this relationship - the thread would be purely about the the dynamics of the relationship, your hopes, fears etc etc for that relationship..

You might also have an interest in a relationship that doesnt yet exist or one that is unlikely (etc) - for exmaple, you might want to have an on going thread which looks at the speculative/potential relationship between Nikki and Locke (for example)..

Basically the idea is to use this forum for relashionship focused discussions (normally on going) ..this is not always possible in the main discussion forum, but in a 'Shipper' forum, it is hoped that it would be more convenient to achieve.

This might also help: Shipper explanation (wikipedia)

Please note that this type of forum may not be for everyones taste..but you'll know what you get when you enter this forum - it is hoped that those interested in the relationships of Lost will find this forum both useful and thought provoking.

Lets see, how it goes, huh..

I'll open the thread tomorrow (hopefully)

Any questions please do ask..
Roco

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Btw guys, if you have a ship that you'd like to discuss on it's own etc then feel free to start up a thread