This is what is frustrating about the cryptographic community. People should not be discouraged to try new algos and techniques otherwise how is anyone new that

This is what is frustrating about the cryptographic community. People should not be discouraged to try new algos and techniques otherwise how is anyone new that isn't already 'in the club' to gain knowledge? Of course new developments need to be audited and peer-reviewed but this sort of immediate dismissal is not constructive.