Originally posted by Lion-O, Lord of the Thundercats:

I know I will attract some foaming fan bois who will likely complain and spit about my "contentious" ways, but if a normal person could give me an answer it be helpful.

...sounds pretty contentious to me and that you've already made up your mind about your 'question'.
if you want to complain just do so without trying to sound like you're actually curious.