Interesting piece, Kenny, and yes I have displayed some of these traits in so much as I have purposely tried to be as obnoxious as possible on this and other threads. I have since apologised and promised to moderate my language. What I found most interesting was that Ms Beard says In a comprehensive examination of their psychological profile, trolls were found to be more Machiavellian (impulsive and charming manipulators. I do find that while I can live with straight forward abuse, and dish it out, it is the incideous machinations of these trolls that I believe to be far more harmful.

I can see why others may class my behaviour as trollish at times in that it can be seen as anti-social. I will try to moderate that myself. In my defense I can honestly say that I only resort to abuse when nothing else has worked and I am frustrated by others! My bad I suppose. At least I am open and above board about it rather than devious and scheming :-)

Now, speaking of devious poisons, back to novichoks...

DtG