Code of Conduct & Rules [Updated 10.29.11]

Welcome to the Illyriad community forums. The goal of these forums is to create a welcoming, enjoyable environment in which players can interact with one another as well as the Illyriad staff. In order to foster such an environment, we've instituted a Code of Conduct as listed below. You will also find rules with relation to the forums and in game channels of Illyriad. Please read this thread as well as the Terms and Conditions before interacting on the forums.

Code of Conduct

In order to create a positive and respectful environment for both the Illyriad players and staff, the following are strictly prohibited both in game and on the forums:

•     obscene, racist, homophobic or sexist language and imagery
•     posts of a sexually explicit, inflammatory or violently threatening nature
•     abuse, harassment and name-calling
•     posts with the intent to provoke or disrupt other players aka "trolling"
•     profanity is forbidden in game and strongly discouraged on the forums
•     impersonating fellow players or Illyriad staff
•     discussions and debates of a real world religious or political nature
•     spamming, for example: repeating information or posts of a nonsensical nature
•     posting personal information such as address, phone number, real name or other  
      identifying information
•     use of copyright protected material without express consent of the owner
•     discussion of illegal activities
•     violation of local, state, national or international laws or regulations
•     posting of advertisements

Forum Specific:

1. Do not post the same topic in multiple areas of the forum. Please familiarize yourself with the different sections of the forums and choose the one most appropriate for your topic.
2. "Bumping" forum posts by making a short response with the intent of moving the topic further up the list or adding to post count is prohibited.
3. Please stay on topic and do not attempt to derail forum threads. Create a new topic if needed to continue or expand on a discussion.
4. When posting game feedback and suggestions, please be constructive and specific. Negative feedback is welcome as long as it adheres to the Illyriad Code of Conduct as listed above.
5. Public posting of private messages between fellow players or players and Illyriad staff is prohibited. This includes discussions of warnings and suspensions of both game and forum accounts.

In Game Specific:

1. Character, commander, army, alliance and city names must adhere to the Illyriad Code of Conduct and not be l33tspeak.
2. All in game player content including player profile and alliance profile must adhere to the Illyriad Code of Conduct.
3. Each person may only have 2 Illyriad accounts per server.
4. Automated procedures or "bots" used to either capture data or perform actions in game are prohibited. More information regarding use of third party tools in Illyriad can be found here.
5. Prestige is non-refundable under any circumstances.
6. Repeated or bothersome begging for resources in Global Chat is discouraged.

Reporting:
If you experience a bug or need technical support in game please first file a petition via the Support & Petitions page. If you are unable to do so for any reason, you may then post about your issue in the appropriate section of the forums. If a player is violating the Code of Conduct while in Global Chat in game you have the option of blocking them by clicking on their name and choosing "block in chat." You may also file a support petition to report the player in game if necessary. If a player is violating the Code of Conduct on the forums, you can report the thread by contacting GM Luna via private message with a link to the thread. Outcomes with relation to reports of Code of Conduct violations will not be discussed with the person who filed the report.

Language:
At this time, English is the only language supported on the Illyriad forums and in game. Please refrain from posting in other languages.

Failure to comply with the Illyriad Code of Conduct and Rules may result in warnings followed by either a temporary or permanent suspension of your game and/or forum account per the discretion of the Illyriad staff. These rules are subject to change at any time. Discussion of moderation and disciplinary action is to be kept private.

Any questions about the Illyriad Code of Conduct and Rules can be directed to GM Luna via private message on the forums or email at community@illyriad.co.uk.


Edited by GM Luna - 29 Oct 2011 at 18:55