It was about this time last year when the FOIA files were first released, I recall Plaintiff was actually open, accepting of and responsive to the opinions of others, especially with regard to the Gravimeter survey report. He just didn't understand how to read it. I believe GoDeep was the first to respond with a real understanding of the report and pointed out the glaring differences from what Plaintiff had claimed all along. This was actually being helpful to the Plaintiff.The truth is, Plaintiff never wanted an open and honest discussion of the facts, because he was never looking for the truth. He had a belief and a narrative to fulfill (as well as a TV show to sell) and anything that contradicts that, he deletes, misrepresents or ignores.
There were many over on that site, including myself, that were willing to pour through the files with an unbiased opinion, but nothing in the files could be found to support Plaintiffs claims. It's my opinion that Plaintiff or his associate/consultant never expected the files to contain as much information as was released to the public or they wouldn't have been embarrassing themselves in those YouTube videos and podcasts prior to the release.
Until the FOIA release their version of events was left unchecked and allowed to spread wildly. Now that the truth has been released, it's not a good look for the Plaintiff and associate. The treasure tales are a running joke in the forums. The YouTube videos and magazine articles are enduring embarrassments. He is scoffed at for even reporting the site to authorities. Even the Geophysical Surveyors and Excavator Operator are content to leave them twisting in the wind saying little or nothing in support. I read where the Operator refused to answer any questions on the possible night dig or potential use of his equipment, only saying "That would ruin a good story either way," he said with a laugh.