I came here with 100% intent of simply replying to the thread (because I do like Spuffy), and I know I really shouldn't step in, but I still feel like I want to somewhat back up Robb Stark here. As you've probably noticed, I'm one of the member that stayed clear of the ship war thread because I know exactly how those go, and I didn't feel like I wanted to debate that at that point and time. But now you're pretty much straight out attacking the guy over an opinion that he respectfully stated. Also, I've been fallowing the other thread and I don't find anything about it childish, the point of the board is to have discussions, and that's what the thread was for. You have to realize that people weren't being rude, they were just debating their point of view. I'm sorry but I just have to agree that you made your first post attacking those people involved in the other thread (calling them rude?). It takes some adjustment at first, but don't dismiss people simply because they don't like or agree with your ship. You were right in making this thread if you wanted to discuss Spuffy, but I assure you, it would have been wiser to just ask your question. You're first post was directly addressed to all the Bangel shippers and I don't think that's necessary. Robb didn't bring up this argument, you did. Anyhow, again, not my place to step in and it wasn't my intention to do so, but I just couldn't help but to say something.
Now for the Spuffy, I love their development in s7. Spuffy has always been the most interesting pairing. Most of it was bad, then we got to see the good, but it was never boring. It was everything from me hating the monster Spike was (but loving him anyway cause let's face it, he was entertaining), to me loving the hero he became. Spuffy was always the pair that was the most fun to dissect and analyse to me. I really like Bangel, but let's face it they are quite boring in the long run. Spuffy evolved so quickly (and slowly at the same time), that it was just a very fun ride to watch. It's the absolute only relationship on TV where I can enjoy both the abusive part (not actually because I like it, but they portray a very real and sad story of an abusive relationship, which makes me connect to Buffy) and the real friendship/love they have in s7 (because were looking at a complete different man).