Post by Admin on Sept 2, 2019 3:47:50 GMT
Rules
As with all forums on the internet, we need at least some form of control to keep it from devolving into anarchy.
First off, let's make it clear that there are two kinds of rules: AdSense-imposed and Administration-imposed. AdSense-imposed rules are utterly non-negotiable, as they're laid down by Google and they don't negotiate in that regard.
Administration-imposed rules are rules laid down by the Administrators and Moderators in an attempt to shape the sort of community we want to be. These can be discussed, amended, and changed! They can not, of course, be ignored We're all (in theory) adults here; we'd like this to be a friendly an open community, but it's not a kindergarten either.
These rules apply to all sections of brothersinarmsii.boards.net/.
AdSense-based Rules
Pornography, adult or mature content.
Racist behavior or use of racial epithets are strictly prohibited (even in jest).
Images or videos containing: - strategically covered nudity, sheer or see-through clothing, lewd or provocative poses, or close-ups of breasts, buttocks, or crotches
Images containing profanity.
Any sexual role-playing and/or discussions of sexual activity.
Those are hard requirements and will always be met with post editing (or removal) and warnings or suspensions. Please note that putting things in spoilers doesn't help; that's purely a display issue, it doesn't remove the image/etc. from the page.
Our rules
No player warning threads.
Create account with Main Character Name.
Windower and its addons/plugins are okay to talk about, but anything that rises to the level of "bot" is forbidden.
No contest threads that require an external site. If you really want/need to do that, ask a moderator first.
Don't post private messages in public without consent of both parties. If a PM is breaking rules, it can be sent to a moderator. Any PMs sent to a moderator/admin in the course of their duties can be shared among the administration.
Don't post any personal real-life identifiable information about or images of another user.
Don't insult or attack other users.
Don't harass other users. Harassment in this context is defined as following them around threads, unwanted PMs, and excessive behavior targeting someone else in general.
Don't quote rule-breaking posts.
Don't give threads stupid or misleading titles.
Don't flood topics.
Don't derail topics.
Don't abuse the BBCode system.
Don't provoke other users. The phrase "trolling" gets tossed around to mean all sorts of random nonsense, so I'm going with a word everyone here should understand.
Don't be hostile. It's possible to disagree or convey irritation without attacking people.
Don't sue us.
Don't be a jerk. If a moderator shows up on your doorstep and you have to ask "What rule did I break?", the odds are pretty good that it's this one.
Discipline
If you see a post/PM that's violating the rules, please report it - the moderators can't possibly patrol every thread. Abusing the reporting system will get your rights to it revoked.
Rules violations are mostly handled according to a moderator's discretion. This can range anywhere from a simple editing or deletion of a post with a note, to full suspension from the site. If you feel a moderator has acted in error, talk to an administrator (Syd is currently handling appeals). If you appeal without some clear justification for it, you may be subject to additional discipline.
Culture
We are trying to foster a culture of inclusion. Everyone is equal here, without concern for sex, gender, color, creed, or any other attribute.
Thank you for your support of our site. Please find me if you have any questions on concerns.
--Syd
As with all forums on the internet, we need at least some form of control to keep it from devolving into anarchy.
First off, let's make it clear that there are two kinds of rules: AdSense-imposed and Administration-imposed. AdSense-imposed rules are utterly non-negotiable, as they're laid down by Google and they don't negotiate in that regard.
Administration-imposed rules are rules laid down by the Administrators and Moderators in an attempt to shape the sort of community we want to be. These can be discussed, amended, and changed! They can not, of course, be ignored We're all (in theory) adults here; we'd like this to be a friendly an open community, but it's not a kindergarten either.
These rules apply to all sections of brothersinarmsii.boards.net/.
AdSense-based Rules
Pornography, adult or mature content.
Racist behavior or use of racial epithets are strictly prohibited (even in jest).
Images or videos containing: - strategically covered nudity, sheer or see-through clothing, lewd or provocative poses, or close-ups of breasts, buttocks, or crotches
Images containing profanity.
Any sexual role-playing and/or discussions of sexual activity.
Those are hard requirements and will always be met with post editing (or removal) and warnings or suspensions. Please note that putting things in spoilers doesn't help; that's purely a display issue, it doesn't remove the image/etc. from the page.
Our rules
No player warning threads.
Create account with Main Character Name.
Windower and its addons/plugins are okay to talk about, but anything that rises to the level of "bot" is forbidden.
No contest threads that require an external site. If you really want/need to do that, ask a moderator first.
Don't post private messages in public without consent of both parties. If a PM is breaking rules, it can be sent to a moderator. Any PMs sent to a moderator/admin in the course of their duties can be shared among the administration.
Don't post any personal real-life identifiable information about or images of another user.
Don't insult or attack other users.
Don't harass other users. Harassment in this context is defined as following them around threads, unwanted PMs, and excessive behavior targeting someone else in general.
Don't quote rule-breaking posts.
Don't give threads stupid or misleading titles.
Don't flood topics.
Don't derail topics.
Don't abuse the BBCode system.
Don't provoke other users. The phrase "trolling" gets tossed around to mean all sorts of random nonsense, so I'm going with a word everyone here should understand.
Don't be hostile. It's possible to disagree or convey irritation without attacking people.
Don't sue us.
Don't be a jerk. If a moderator shows up on your doorstep and you have to ask "What rule did I break?", the odds are pretty good that it's this one.
Discipline
If you see a post/PM that's violating the rules, please report it - the moderators can't possibly patrol every thread. Abusing the reporting system will get your rights to it revoked.
Rules violations are mostly handled according to a moderator's discretion. This can range anywhere from a simple editing or deletion of a post with a note, to full suspension from the site. If you feel a moderator has acted in error, talk to an administrator (Syd is currently handling appeals). If you appeal without some clear justification for it, you may be subject to additional discipline.
Culture
We are trying to foster a culture of inclusion. Everyone is equal here, without concern for sex, gender, color, creed, or any other attribute.
Thank you for your support of our site. Please find me if you have any questions on concerns.
--Syd