Was thinking about starting a clan, the question is: What should I be aware of?

Are there any specific criteria which needs to be met?
Are there any useful pointers?
Is there a thread already answering these questions?

yeah dont bother its more trouble than what its worth lol

Might find the answers in the Clan chat thread

http://www.funkysnooker.com/forums/clan_chat

Your probally right _nut_case_ but still I thought it was worth the time of looking into it.

Thanks bud.

You should also be aware that

a) it takes an awful lot of work to keep a clan running
b) you need somebody else to help you that is going to be as dedicated as you are
c) you really need to have no life and be on here 24/7 to make it work
d) you need all your clan members to be the same
e) its more effort than its worth, just join another clan

also avoid people that tend to argue alot as much as you can, ive seen lots of clans fold this past year on both sites due to this reason.

as long as people play games running a clan isnt so bad, posting is just a bonus but it helps with communication.

and agreed caeser although damee is only on days at a time and his clan is running ok.

things i would suggest if you go ahead with it...

- try to get 10-15 players
- try to avoid those what argue
- try to get some advice from someone who has experience of running clans
- If your clan eventually enter the league you need to be up to date with the clan league rules which a link can be found on my profile.

Steps to make a clan...

- make a thread
- have a look at want to join a clan thread for members
- eventually pick a name for your clan (or can do it before you make thread)
- ask a forum mod/admin to edit the title for you
- try to get at least 10-15 players
- when got enough ask other clans for a clan game

hard part is to maintain your clan, e.g getting players to play clan games, some are easier than others.

some captains tend to send messages to their teammates when a match appears which can help for those who don't check the forum.

active members help alot those who has been away for months do not.

or as the above said join a current clan for some experience first.

good luck whatever you choose to do

If you not involved in clans and maybe look at it like a normal aspect, they are pointless. Just people looking for an argument, bragging about there achievments, not many people actully care about playing there games..
But if you are involved in them they can be quite addicting some reason.