Is this topic still going on?
All we were simply saying was: don't do it. Rule #1 is there for a reason (and to lesser extents, the Spam rules and Stupidity rules). If we need to get involved and moderate, we will. We
do not want to have to implement a filter either just because the level of maturity has dropped so far. I would have expected this topic to have already been settled from the first few responses, but it's surprising that players would go directly against what has already been outlined. "By registering, you agree to all Amistr Rules listed on our Rules pages." afterall.
For those offended by some language or words, please be reasonable as well and use proper judgment. We're not here to tell players what's right or wrong either afterall.
We trust that players can moderate themselves and represent themselves to their fullest as mature people. It has nothing to do with players that are disliked or liked. Players have also been politely "asked" to stop -- by fellow players even -- which should be enough right there.
The questions are plain and simple:
- Would you cuss at a visitor to your park if you want your park to grow? This would make a large number walk away.
- Would you do so publicly? This could get you arrested for disturbing the peace.
- Would you do anything you know willingly would offend someone? Same as the previous, you'd possibly get a lawsuit.
- If you walked into a store and they told you to leave, would you feel welcome? Discrimination charges and such would come into play here for the store owner.
- Do you believe you'd get away with such language on any other game (not an RO private server) on a public venue -- not whispers or guild chats (where we also don't moderate)? They'd ban you quite immediately. I've been down this road before as well.
Players are in control here at making this server a respectable place to be -- hence why we do not go to further extents usually. This topic has been dragged out as far as it needs to be and as needless as it was. It is now closed.
EDIT: Since some players want proof that they'd get banned in any other game.. abusers should consider themselves very lucky that we mute and warn to begin with:
World of Warcraft
http://us.blizzard.com/support/article. ... leId=20455" TARGET="_blank
Highly Inappropriate
Language which falls under the following categories is deemed to be highly inappropriate. Clarification on what constitutes each category can be found by clicking on the links below.
Racial/Ethnic
Extreme Sexuality/Violence
Real-Life Information and Threats
National
Sexual Orientation
Though we have varying tolerance for repeated abuse of each category, any language that violates one of these categories will most likely result in:
Being given a warning
Being temporarily suspended from the game
Possibly being given a Final Warning, any further ToU violations resulting in account suspenion
An explanation of Account Penalties Policy can be found here: Account Penalties
RagnarokOnline (International)
http://iro.ragnarokonline.com/support/operationrule.asp" TARGET="_blank
Ill-Manner General Swearing or personal Arguement 2-day
Ban 3-day
Ban 5-day
Ban
Ill-Manner Sexual Joke(including harassment)
or Adult contents 2-day
Ban 3-day
Ban 5-day
Ban
Ill-Manner Extremely Foul Language at other's parents
or personality 5-day
Ban 10-day
Ban 15-day
Ban
Ill-Manner Every Racial Discrimination Activity 5-day
Ban 10-day
Ban 15-day
Ban
Final Fantasy XI (PlayOnline)
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(a) Providing any false name, address or other registration information to SEI;
(b) Interfering with or obstructing the operation of the PlayOnline Service;
(c) Taking any action that has the effect of tarnishing or otherwise damaging the reputation or credibility of SEI or any of its business partners;
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(i) Use of any cheat codes or cheat devices; or
(j) Violating any Rule.
In addition, SEI shall be entitled to terminate the account (immediately and without notice) of any User who (1) was previously suspended or terminated by SEI and who SEI believes (in SEI's sole discretion) re-registered using different information in order to avoid such suspension or termination or (2) SEI believes (in its sole discretion), based on the User or other account information provided by such User now or at any time in the past (including, but not limited to, such User's name, date of birth, telephone number, mailing address, e-mail address, and credit card account information), that such User is related to or assisting one or more Users who are responsible for, or have participated in, Prohibited Activities of any kind. You agree to indemnify and hold SEI harmless from and against any losses or damages sustained by SEI as a result of your engaging in any Prohibited Activities, and you further agree to reimburse SEI for any and all expenses incurred by SEI in remedying the effects of such action.
Although FFXI takes the added steps to safeguard themselves (SquareEnix) from liability as well:
5.6 Online Conduct.
You, and not SEI, are responsible for your conduct at all times during your use of the PlayOnline Service. SEI makes no guarantee of the accuracy, correctness, or completeness of any material transmitted or otherwise provided to you during your use of PlayOnline (including, but not limited to, your use of any Fee-Based Services). Without limiting the foregoing, SEI will not be responsible for (a) any errors or omissions arising from your use of the Software or your access to or use of PlayOnline; (b) any losses or damages (including without limitation any lost data, opportunity, profits or revenue) arising from your use of the PlayOnline Service, the Software or any materials or services provided by SEI or by any third party; or (c) any inappropriate conduct, harassment, use of foul, obscene or otherwise inappropriate language by other Users or any third parties.
Pangya
http://www.ntreev.net/Account/termofuse.aspx" TARGET="_blank
Character Naming and In-Game Interactions
You agree that you will not use, appropriate, propagate or otherwise promote or acquire a character name or in-game identifier that is:
1. Used to impersonate an official game master (“GM”) or an employee of the Company;
2. Similar to the name of a GM or can be misunderstood by other players;
3. Provocative or lewd;
4. Antisocial in nature or containing information that violates any applicable law or regulation and you agree not to engage in any in-game chat/conduct that is antisocial in nature;
5. In violation of any third party’s trademark, copyright or other rights;
6. Inappropriate language or cursing;
7. Intended to facilitate the trading or exchange of cash, accounts or tangible objects;
8. Used for the purpose of advertising any third party services, products, websites or organization; or
9. A character name consisting of any alphanumeric character not normally found on a standard 101/102 key keyboard (e.g., O§iri§, Ÿelena, Jašon).
If the Company determines, in its sole discretion, that you are in violation of any of the above prohibitions or any other provisions of these Terms, the Company may exercise absolute control over any and all character and game information related to your Account, including the names of characters and in-game identifiers and the Company may change, alter, delete or otherwise modify such character and/or game information as the Company deems appropriate.
Warhammer Online
http://legal.ea.com/legal/legal.jsp?language=en" TARGET="_blank
Need I continue?
