Why reddit doesn't like Smitefire

Just saw this post on Reddit that is the harsh truth:

"Problem with smitefire, the dudes cares to much about BB Coding and less about the content or the build."

That's very true with the way editors review guides nowadays. No one talks about whether the actual build works, just about whether it used headings or bb coding and other such stuff.

Just a thought.

Sorry about the late review. The focus of this one will be on gameplay.

How to Jungle Kali Section:
Pretty bad. Firstly, routes are too important, and secondly, your data here is badly organized. Also, you don't really give an explanation of how to gank, just when and where to use her leap/stun, which really belongs more in a tips or tricks section or a skills section.

Jungling Section:
Holy walls of text, Batman!

This is mostly filler and generic info. Remember, not generic stuff, but how to jungle as Kali, not how to jungle. You also restated some info that was in your How to Jungle Kali section, which is proof of disorganized data.

I do appreciate the addition of gameplay. It shows you are willing to improve, which is nice. I'd advise adding a ganking and teamfight section, for starters.

Congratulations. You've expanded this guide enough that I can finally upvote. Good luck.
Um, considering the video is of Kali pre-rework, I think it is no longer relevant and should be deleted. (Oh, and I forgot to mention that Kali's fast basics make her a good matchup for The Executioner. It also helps if an enemy tank is the mark, and you need to shred their protections a bit.)

I guess it's time to lead by example.

Ganking:
Before you gank: let your teammates know who your mark is. Kali is not only an assassin, she is also a melee carry, and the kill shouldn't always be given to the other carry.

If you can, do not initiate with Nimble Strike, unless the target has already used their escape skill. Instead, walk behind the target and use Incense, before hitting with a few basic attacks if you have The Executioner, then using Lash. If you have Qin's Sais, just use Lash, before basic attacking.

If or when the enemy uses an escape, chase with Nimble Strike, then finish them off with either blood lash or some more basic attacks. With your ultimate, you could even chase them into the tower, but only if they are your mark.

For more elusive targets, consider getting Fist of the Gods, which is essentially another Incense.
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i do not read much about coding in this but then again this guide had good coding.

so looking at one that doesn't i found this

I'm just saying, while a guide needs to look nice, the number one priority should be, does it actually work.

I agree with your second sentence much more than the first. The grand majority of our reviews are generally done by Subzero and he always starts out with the build. I don't believe BBCoding is essential, but proper presentation is - BBCoding just makes that easier. Content is indeed the most important part about a guide, but it still needs to flow logically and be easy to read.

I agree that there are a disproportionate amount of poor builds and guides to good ones on Smitefire. The main reason for this, I think, is that, unlike Tiermonster, there is no review process before a guide is published. We strictly rely on people commenting and downvoting the poor guides, and unfortunately many people can't even bring themselves to perform one clicking motion.

I think both Tiermonster and Smitefire are great sites. Tiermonster, in my opinion, is more up-to-date and reliable due to the previously mentioned review system. Smitefire, on the other hand, is an excellent site if you really put forth the effort into making a great guide. The reason I haven't published any guides for Tiermonster is because it's little more than a word document. They both serve their roles well, and they also both have plenty of room for improvement.