i've read the thread, i don't see a valid reason why these threads can't coexist with the current type of thread allowed in off topic. if it's not the purpose of the board, then change the purpose of the board. very little would actually change, the "fun" threads would stop getting closed. it will only be a big deal if it's made out to be, if off topic has its rules changed in a huge ceremony then everyone will think it's a completely different board, but simply allowing harmless fun threads is a discreet way to repurpose the board and it wouldn't encourage more poor quality threads. We already have the fun threads, the only difference is that they are closed lel