Krishna and Vivek

yes, seems like that.  although that looks a bit confusing.  I am sure you will do a better job.

Shout Box : Vivek I will use @(posters name)

IF I wanna reply to a shout..... that got swallowed.... by odda posters

but a reply tab to 4 shouts prior ... is a luxury

i dont think a redditt style is best but instead of a quote button, maybe a dropdown button for a particular post to reply to.

not sure if thats workable.