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* By logging into the game, you acknowledge understanding and agreement to the Acceptable Use [[Policy]].
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* By logging into the game, you acknowledge understanding and agreement to the Acceptable Use Policy and all other game rules as outlined by the Wiki, Mush, or as informed by a Staff Member.
* Character objects on Elder Tale Online Mush are a privilege, not a right. Access to [[characters]] and to the Mush as a whole may be removed from players who have shown disruptive behavior or have broken Mush rules. Players will receive a warning and will likely be subject to other disciplinary measures before this happens.
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* Staff are the ultimate arbiters of the Mush experience. Even if not explicitly outlined as a Mush rule or policy, it is expected that all Applicants will adhere to staff requests and warnings.
* Content created on the game or submitted to the wiki such as rooms, logs, global code, character pages, etc - become part of the game community as a whole. Content may only be permanently removed at staff discretion.
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* Content created on the game or submitted to the wiki such as rooms, logs, global code, character pages, etc - become part of the game community as a whole. Content may only be permanently removed at staff discretion.  
* This game follows the policy of ICA=ICC (IC Actions = IC Consequences). Please familiarize yourself with our policies on Consent. This general rule still applies even though we have a combat system.
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* Applicants of Elder Tale Online are expected to behave in a manner that is not discriminatory to any protected class of individuals, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, or military status.  
* There is a [[Combat System]] available to help conflict resolution and create a fun aspect of game-play within a role-play scene. However, this does not mean that you are forced to use it. Scenes may be resolved by role-play only, or by other means such as dice rolls, etc. just so long as all those participating agree to it.
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* Player/staff abuse/harassment/bullying will not be tolerated. Feel free to @mail our PR staff with a log if you have issues with another player or admin, or use +request Gripe/Subject=Description. This includes, but is not limited to:
* Players are expected to communicate with each other before taking actions that could be potentially debilitating or life-threatening to a character. Do not invite characters to a social scene, with the intention of turning it into a capture or PvP combat without telling them in advance. If you want to do something that might incapacitate, or otherwise affect them long-term, make sure you clear it with them first. In general, refer to the Consent and Behavior policy.
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** Threats
* Player/staff abuse/harassment/bullying will not be tolerated. Feel free to @mail our PR staff with a log if you have issues with another player or admin, or use +request Gripe/Subject=Description.
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** Antagonistic or Deliberate Nuisance Behavior
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** Passive-Aggressive Behavior
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** Use of Abusive or Derogatory Language.
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** Refusal to Honor another Applicant's Boundaries.
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* Character objects on Elder Tale Online Mush are a privilege, not a right. Access to character logins and to the Mush as a whole may be removed from players who have shown disruptive behavior or have broken Mush rules. Players will, in most cases, receive a warning or be subject to other disciplinary measures before this happens. In the case of abusive behavior, an Applicant may be removed immediately, without warning, depending on the severity of the behavior.

Latest revision as of 15:53, 22 May 2023

  • By logging into the game, you acknowledge understanding and agreement to the Acceptable Use Policy and all other game rules as outlined by the Wiki, Mush, or as informed by a Staff Member.
  • Staff are the ultimate arbiters of the Mush experience. Even if not explicitly outlined as a Mush rule or policy, it is expected that all Applicants will adhere to staff requests and warnings.
  • Content created on the game or submitted to the wiki such as rooms, logs, global code, character pages, etc - become part of the game community as a whole. Content may only be permanently removed at staff discretion.
  • Applicants of Elder Tale Online are expected to behave in a manner that is not discriminatory to any protected class of individuals, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, or military status.
  • Player/staff abuse/harassment/bullying will not be tolerated. Feel free to @mail our PR staff with a log if you have issues with another player or admin, or use +request Gripe/Subject=Description. This includes, but is not limited to:
    • Threats
    • Antagonistic or Deliberate Nuisance Behavior
    • Passive-Aggressive Behavior
    • Use of Abusive or Derogatory Language.
    • Refusal to Honor another Applicant's Boundaries.
  • Character objects on Elder Tale Online Mush are a privilege, not a right. Access to character logins and to the Mush as a whole may be removed from players who have shown disruptive behavior or have broken Mush rules. Players will, in most cases, receive a warning or be subject to other disciplinary measures before this happens. In the case of abusive behavior, an Applicant may be removed immediately, without warning, depending on the severity of the behavior.