Post by Luna Lovegood on Feb 12, 2012 22:23:29 GMT -5
01. This site needs to be a active site. Try to get online at least every few days, and post in the absences board if you'll be gone for any length of time (especially more than 5 days) so we know we haven't lost your interest and we can't release your canon for another member to play.in character rules;;
02. Writer's block is an excuse for lack of posts that can only get you so far. We understand it for short periods of time, but longer than a month is not acceptable. Chances are that you could gain perspective on your character if you were to post with them, and you would be free of writer's block once more.
03. Respect is very highly valued here. If you don't like the way someone handles their character, posts, codes, etc., that is no reason to be disrespectful. If you have a problem with another member, contact one of the numerous staff members and we will help you out. Our job is to make things run smoothly, and we can't do that if we don't know the problem.
04. Activity checks are periodically conducted to see who is still around and who has left. Missing an activity check will result in the deletion of your character, as will logging on specifically for the activity check, then disappearing again. A legitimate reason posted on the absences board will excuse you from an activity check.
05. You can have up to three characters, at least one of which must be male. One must be a canon. All--especially canons--must be active in posting. If you have trouble with canon characters, find a minor one and make them your own. Please take the number of characters in each member group/house into consideration when you decide to make a new character. We'd like to keep things as even as possible.
06. One character per account. Proboards Global Login is recommended for managing multiple accounts. We also have an account switcher available in the box above the chatbox on the left side of the screen. Your display name for each account must be that of your character.
07. If you are creating a character who is a student, we encourage you to check out the house descriptions found on the "The Houses" board. The staff have created these resources for you so your character can be fantastic. Take advantage of them!
08. OCs may not under any circumstances be characters from another movie, TV show, or book. You may not play an OC that very VERY strongly resembles a canon. We don't want ten Lunas, Sherlock Holmes, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer running around the site. Original characters must be original. No Mary-Sues. Everyone has flaws, and it is those flaws that are going to make your character fun and interesting to role play with. Your character must also be related to the wizarding world. Keep these things in mind while creating your character.
09. Characters may not be made specifically for each other (this includes friends, siblings, and romance). Your character must be able to stand on its own. Your character may have a very close relationship with another character, but they both must be able to stand on their own.
10. Do not nag the staff to review your app. It may take us a bit more than a day to read and discuss your app. Any changes we propose to your app are not meant to discourage, merely to help your character fit in with the site. There may be minor required changes, but we will not require you to entirely alter your character. If you feel a change does not fit, that is your choice.
11. You must post at least 15 in character posts with your most recent character before creating a second (or third) character. If you are not an active member of the site, we don't want you to create a second character. This does not mean you are allowed to overburden yourself with threads and posts in order to make that second character. Take time to get used to how things work here before deciding whether you need a second character.
12. If you have a problem with another member, please write your issue in a PM and send it to a staff member and we will review it, and reply and act as we see fit.
13. We go by the warning system here, meaning that you will be warned if you break any of these rules. You will receive a grand total of 3 warnings before being permanently banned. If you are banned for any reason, you will not be able to re-register or speak in the Cbox.
14. Please pick age appropriate playbys when making a character. That means no Jensen Ackles as a sixteen year old. Yes, puberty does wonders, but even in this magical world it's not that drastic.
01. NO GODMODDING. This means you cannot control someone else's character. This is especially important in threads involving dueling. For example, you CAN say: ""Stupify!" Ron shouted, aiming the spell at Bellatrix's head." You CANNOT say: ""Stupify!" Ron shouted, the spell hitting Bellatrix squarely between the eyes and sending her flying back against the wall." It is not up to Ron to control Bellatrix's actions. We will warn you if we see godmodding, however we do understand that it is sometimes unintentional!signatures and avatars;;
02. This site rating Is PG-13. Cursing is allowed, but not excessively. No sex scenes. If something of that nature must happen, fade to black. Keep things clean for the role players younger than yourself.
03. Minimum post length is 200 words. We understand that this can be hard to write sometimes, but it's hard to reply to posts shorter than this. Be descriptive and delve deep into your character's mind to find more to say! Posting over this minimum will become easier with practice as your understanding of your character grows.
04. Under no circumstances should chat speak be used in posts. Correct spelling and grammar is expected. Mistakes are understandable, but, on the whole, things should be correct. If you have problems with correct spelling and grammar, we encourage you to type up your posts in a word processor. This also eliminates the problem of clicking the wrong button and losing your whole post.
05. Posts should always be in third person and past tense. Again, slip ups are understandable, but try your best.
06. Coding is alright, but make sure your post is readable. We encourage you to bold or color your character's dialogue; this makes your post easier to reply to. The rest is optional. Images used in your post template may not stretch the board in any way. Please select colors that are visible on the site's current skin.
07. Do not join a thread if you have not been invited and it is not labeled "open". Threads with "open" in the subject line are free for anyone to join. Ask before joining a thread labeled "open" if someone has already joined.
08. We understand that posting is exciting, but please refrain from pestering others about replying. Real life comes first, and it takes time to write replies. Allow for at least a week of time before sending any sort of reminder about the thread.
01. Graphics are awesome, and we greatly encourage them. It makes it easier to post if you know who your character is looking at! If nothing else, please have an avatar.chatbox;;
02. Avatars should be no bigger than 100x100. A few good resources for avatars are: Hollow Art or Fanpop
03. Signatures should not stretch the board in any way.
04. Avatars and signatures should include pictures of your character. No inappropriate pictures.
05. If you want graphics but cannot find any, there are members who can make them for you. Graphics can also be requested on Caution 2.0.
01. Staff are online nearly around the clock (there are six of us from four different time zones) and will be monitoring the chatbox as often as they can. We will see if these rules are broken.ic-box;;
02. The chatbox is for pleasant conversation. If you are in the box, you are expected to be civil towards others. This means absolutely no bickering or fighting. If you must, take it to PM.
03. Guests (and newbies) should be treated with kindness. Try to be helpful and encouraging if they have questions or concerns. If it is anything major or you do not know the answer, encourage them to contact one of the numerous staff members.
04. If you are put in a situation in the chatbox in which you feel you are being attacked, PM a staff member. If a staff member is dealing with an issue, please refrain from getting involved so we can get things sorted out as simply and easily as possible. If something comes up and a staff member is not online (which should be rare since there are so many of us), again, PM a staff member and try not to engage in any argument. We know it's hard to take abuse with grace, but please try until someone is online to help you.
05. Discussing and/or advertising other sites in the chatbox is not allowed. We have a board for advertising set up. If you want to advertise, post there.
01. THIS BOX IS CLOSED. Posting in this box is not allowed, and will not be until further notice. When it is opened, a mass PM will be sent out and further rules will be established.Of course, the most important rule is HAVE FUN! We created this site so everyone can enjoy themselves! So get out there and rock on.
Questions or concerns regarding these rules can be posted on the "Questions or Suggestions" board or sent to any staff member via PM. Staff reserves the right to ammend these rules as needed. Members will be informed of any changes.
your loving admins, (in no particular order)
the fantastic Forest
the brilliant Banana
the terrific Truffle
the lovable Lana
the tremendous Tally
& precious Pond
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