I can't get my head around that one at all. Either from the suicider's point of view, or the people encouraging him.
"They thought it was some sort of joke"? What would be amusing about it if it were faked?
Many people are sick assholes who don't care about others...especially strangers that they gain nothing from.
You should have seen Flame Wars less than a year ago...certain people suggested other people kill themselves on a regular basis. Not in a joking way. It would be directed towards people that were obviously quite upset.
The admin here did a good job and cleaned-up this kind of disgusting behaviour. When I see it, I report it immediately.
El Capitan X wrote:The people in flame wars just seem to get dimmer and dimmer. Seriously though, I love your style, always a good read.