First Message Post a message somewhere on the site to receive this.

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The discussion revolves around the concept of receiving trophies for posting messages in a forum. Users express confusion about the nature of these trophies and their significance. It is clarified that not every message results in a trophy, and users can check their trophy points by clicking on the relevant section in their profile. Trophies are described as lighthearted rewards without serious or practical value, serving primarily as a fun incentive for participation in the forum.
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I get a trophy if I post a message. What is this message about? I was notified in "Alerts".
 
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Hard to follow what you mean - looks like you are asking what was the message you posted about. Well.. it was your message, so you are the one who knows what it was about, aren't you?

Not every message gives you a trophy.

Go to your profile - under your avatar there is a "Trophy points" sign - click on the number of trophy points.
 
I guess my question is, what are trophies?
 
Mikel_NY said:
I guess my question is, what are trophies?

Nothing serious, and nothing of practical value. But hey, who doesn't like a prize now and then!
 
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