There is some component of style, that is arbitrary and unnecessary—for example a lot of academic writing is overcomplicated for no good reason. Or using too much jargon, where you could say the same in plain English. I agree that there’s no need to imitate such things.
But a large part of some style is meant to serve a purpose. I think EA forum style is in general well oriented towards finding the truth—by emphasis on clarity, concreteness, honesty and backing things up with sources.
Even if expecting all those writing virtues may feel demanding for writers, I think it definitely is justified, and it would be sad to lose those virtues.
There is some component of style, that is arbitrary and unnecessary—for example a lot of academic writing is overcomplicated for no good reason. Or using too much jargon, where you could say the same in plain English. I agree that there’s no need to imitate such things.
But a large part of some style is meant to serve a purpose. I think EA forum style is in general well oriented towards finding the truth—by emphasis on clarity, concreteness, honesty and backing things up with sources.
Even if expecting all those writing virtues may feel demanding for writers, I think it definitely is justified, and it would be sad to lose those virtues.