Support Our New Voice Actors (SONVA)

[Vander]

As you all know. The 9th season of the Pokémon anime has played, and it is almost to it's conclusion. And the voices were not as appalling as many expected, (and still claim inspite of facts) in fact, the voices suited the characters quite well. (better in many cases.) But many fans have been very close-minded towards the change.

This is a place where those that like, and support the new actors and dub are welcome.

-Mission statement-

1: To show support for the new voice actors.
2: To show support for the new dub.
3: To share, praise, suggestions, ideas and constructive criticisms with Pokémon USA inc/TAJ productions. (Write to feedback@pokemon.com)
4: To end what we can of the storm of misinformation.
5: To continue to enjoy the Pokémon anime!

Rules:
Of course, all forum rules apply.
If you are not a supporter of the new actors or dub, do not post.
Always be civil, and respectful during discussions.
No Spaming.
And no outright flaming of SOVA, or SONVA.

Links:
BMG branch (http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/showthread.php?t=14619) (Official headquarters)

SONVA website (http://www.freewebs.com/sonva)

Lugia's island branch (http://s12.invisionfree.com/Lugias_Island/index.php?showtopic=734&st=0&#last)

Multipy Branch. (http://savepokemon.multiply.com/)

LJ community (http://community.livejournal.com/supportpokemon)

Member list:
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[Vander]

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[Vander]

From the Serebii branch:

I also want to bring something up since I know SOVA is doing it. If you have concerns or suggestions about how to improve the Dub such as improving the quality of the new voices, cutting down on puns, keeping more original background music, or providing us with the widescreen option on the 9th movie DVD (Hint: Hint), you can call PUSA at 646-497-0400 Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern time. But if you choose to do so, here are a few things to keep in mind:

1. Be honest, but show your support for the franchise. Don't tell them things like like you're not buying the 9th movie DVD or your not watching the series. If you're not buying their franchise, they will be less likely to take your concerns into consideration.

2. Speak only for yourself. The views you express only reflect your own. They do not reflect the views of the entire Pokemon fandom, the online community, a group of people (SONVA for example), or even your friends. Even if you know people who share your viewpoint, you're the only one speaking.

3. Do not give them a lecture about how to maximize their profits or other business related issues. Even if you have a business degree, they do not want to hear of it. The representative will likely move on to the next caller long before you finish what you have to say.

4. Make sure the request you make is servicable. Do not ask them to 'bring back Misty' for example. It simply is not going to happen and they won't/can't do anything about it.

5. Be direct and to the point. Just say exactly what's on your mind and do not ramble on and on. There are other people waiting on the lines and these representatives are not going to wait for 15 minutes for you to get your point across.

6. Only ask for one thing when you call (you can try for two but that might really be pushing it). If you make four or five requests, they won't have time to process everything and like I said in Tip #5, there are other people waiting on the lines.

7. After you've made your call, wait at least 30 days before you call again. This is usually an official rule with radio call-ins, but it works here as well. Once you've had your say, give other a chance to speak for a while before you call in again. If you make relentless calls requesting the same thing or asking for different things, they're less likely to take you seriously, even if you speak to different reps each time.

That's all I can think of right now. If anyone has any other tips, feel free to bring them up.