Gandiseeg Troll Theory

Gandiseeg Troll Theory is a variant of wider Internet Troll Theory. It is relatively unique in its emphasis on troll sympathy and an apportioning of blame to troll-baiters. The basic theory can been summed up in the Gandiseeg First Law of Troll-Baiting, which states: "In any given situation, the true likelihood is that the aggressor(s) are those making accusations of trolling".
The Theory
The theory essentially suggests that, most of the time, 'troll-baiters' are at fault for making false or exaggerated accusations of trollery. Gandiseeg Troll Theory contends that no-one is born an internet troll but that, much of the time, trolls are created in the collective minds of aggressors. Often, the supposed troll will suggest a viewpoint which, while controversial and/or unusual, is perfectly legitimate and non-aggressive. The aggressors, who might disagree with the viewpoint and/or feel challenged by it, tend to make the accusation of trollery as an instantaneous and powerful put-down. It immediately belittles the person's viewpoint and standing, as the word 'troll' automatically inspires a feeling of hatred and disdain in many internet users. Most of the time, troll-baiters have security in greater number than the 'troll', allowing opportunity for multiple supportive accusations. Sometimes this results in inflaming the 'troll' to such an extent that he/she does then actually begin to act like a troll.
Origin and Research
Gandiseeg Troll Theory was so named because it was first formulated on http://www.gandiseeg.com. A great deal of research has been undertaken to back up the theory. Much of it was conducted in internet chat rooms and forums, with agents suggesting subject-appropriate viewpoints which were unusual and/or controversial but perfectly valid. Examples of such statements include:
"Mozilla Firefox is nowhere near as good as Internet Explorer".
"Toothpaste is mostly a money-making scam and has little useful effect on teeth".
"I find atheists to be often contradictory in their beliefs".
"I believe 9/11 was an inside job".
"Hitler may not have ordered the Holocaust".
It was found that 72% of the time, the person suggesting the viewpoint was at some point accused of being a 'troll', even though they clearly explained their viewpoint when asked. This figure was even higher than initially expected and clearly supports the Gandiseeg First Law of Troll-Baiting.
Conclusion
Ultimately, Gandiseeg Troll Theory suggests quite clearly that the reason for many disputes is that a lot of people on the internet hold very narrow and concentric mainstream views. When the viewpoint of such a person is challenged, they find their whole personality challenged and seek an 'easy way out' of any debate. The accusation of trollery both gives them a thrill of satisfaction and instantly dismisses the opponent's entire stance and person, often irreparably harming their reputation. Internet trolls do exist, but, according to Gandiseeg Troll Theory, most of the time the person making the accusation is the real 'troll'.

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