Post by Naruto Uzumaki on Oct 13, 2008 12:19:01 GMT -5
Global Rules
1. Politeness
We expect all members to be polite to each other and our staff members as that is how adults treat other adults.
2. Language
2a. The will be no name calling, known as "flaming" on these forums.
2b. As above insults are also a no-no. This includes no Racism, Homophobia, Sexist remarks or any other kind of bullying and name calling.
2c. Using chat speak is OK in the right places and times, please don't use chat speak in the Role Play boards, you can use chat speak in the chat box.
2d. Swearing is not allowed here as it could offend someone and we want to keep this site suitable for people aged 13. Although we do allow basic Naruto words such as, damn, hell, bastard & damnit but please use sensibly.
2e. Arguments are not allowed in topics as this could lose the relationship between the members. If the staff think that a topic is going to lead to an argument then we will lock the topic to prevent this from happening.
3. Religion
We do not mind you talking about religion but if you say what you think about a religion whether it be good or bad, we will have to end the topic because it could offend people.
4. Duplicate Posts
Duplicate Posts (aka Spam) is not allowed here as it can slow down the loading time and take up space in topics. If you need to add something else but have already posted your message please use the Modify button.
5. World News
If you wish to post a news article please can you quote a line or two and then add a link to your post to the source. This is mainly due to copyright of news articles.
6. Accounts
Please only use one account as multiple accounts can be classed as spamming. If you have a problem with your account please contact a staff member by E-Mail (or other) and we will look into it. If we can't do anything we will give you permission to create a new account.
7. Age
As anyone any age over 13 may join us we Do Not allow any links, images or talking about pornographic material.
8. Staff
8a. Do not ask to become a staff member or state that you could be one as this will lower your chance of becoming a staff member. Staff members are picked by discussion between the staff.
8b. Acting like a mod by telling someone they have broken a rule, or they have posted in the wrong board is against the rules. If you spot something contact a member of staff and they will deal with it. You trying to deal with it yourself is bad and won't help the situation.
9. Personal Details
Do not give out any personal details such as Phone Numbers, Address', Schools or Work and Surnames because people can pretend to be other people on line. Never arrange a face-to-face meet up with someone you have met on line because they could be anyone.
10. Encouraging Others To Break Rules
We do not allow other member to encourage other member to break rules. All this will do is get them in trouble and if we find the person who made them do it we will put the punishment on you.
11. Rules
These rules are here to keep the members safe and to make sure everyone has a good time. Please try to follow these rules as it will leave a happy place to be.
12. Image Sizes
Because big images can stretch the forums and slow down loading speeds of the topics we ask you to make sure none of your images are bigger than 450x450 pixels. If they are too big the staff will delete the images from either your Signature or your Posts and you will need to re size them before you put them back up. Remember that there are people on Dial Up connections out there and big images can crash their connection.
13. Posting Limit
The new posting limit is a minimum of one paragraph, unless on the non-rp boards. Just to remind you, a paragraph is 4-6 sentences per paragraph. If you have a problem with this, this site probably isn't for you.
If you find some of these rules unclear please use the Support Board for your questions or you could contact a Member of Staff. Be sure to check out the Frequently Asked Questions before you ask because your question may have already been answered.
Also Please Note:
These rules can be changed without warning at any time.
A Staff Member may lock a topic for any reason if they believe it is right.