In reality the smilies were installed as a pack with several hundred options when users requested more smilies to use. The pack is easy to install all at once, and not so easy to cherry pick from.

If we get an overwhelming response to remove some, I'll spend the time to do it, but for now, I'd suggest that people be selective and not use the options they find offensive.

People can (and often do) say or type words far more offensive here than any of the icons. Both will be moderated for the content and intent of the post the same.