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Overall, the Azerothian Herbologists Association, or <The AHA>, is a fairly laid-back guild. This does not, however, mean that we are without rules or expectations for our members. In this post, I’ll be outlining the behavior we expect from our guildies.
The format goes as follows:
I. General Behavior
II. Roleplaying (RP)
III. Player-vs-Environment (PVE)
IV. Player-vs-Player (PVP)
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I. General Behavior
a. Play nice.
We’re not here to make waves. <The AHA>, OOCly, is supposed to be a fairly relaxed, friendly group of roleplayers; not a collection of drama-seeking missiles that aim to explode all over the server. If it’s discovered that one of our members has been harassing another player or group of players in some way, shape or form, he or she will receive a firm warning, potentially followed by a /gkick if the offense is serious enough.
b. “______” are “______”, it’s not a stereotype, I mean listen…
Derogatory remarks are not acceptable in the AHA. Yes, everyone jokes about race / sexuality / religion etc. every once in a while (would we be human if we didn’t?), and that’s acceptable, but there is a social line that you do not cross. If you find yourself confused about whether or not your joke would be funny, then it probably won’t be, and you shouldn’t make it. On the opposite end of the spectrum, if you feel that someone is lesser than you because of some aspect of their genes or lifestyle, then please, show yourself out the guild.
c. If someone’s offended by what you’re saying, cut it out.
Once again, the AHA is a fairly casual guild, but you never know when someone is going to be bothered by something you say. We’re not going to set up strict rules for what you can and can’t discuss in our channel (except for what was discussed in the previous rule), so here’s a general guideline. If another person in the guild requests that you cut it out, then you should do exactly that, and take any further conflicts to a whisper (or to the guild master / officers, if necessary).
d. Members only!
While it’s great to have all your friends in one place, our guild’s OOC channel is not public. Members of the channel must have characters guilded in <The AHA> in order to be there, and we will not be making exceptions. If you’re wondering why, it’s because the guild OOC is exactly that – the guild’s OOC. Opening it to whoever typically leads to drama, although we’ll certainly allow potential recruits to pop in and visit for a while if they’re curious.
e. Don't be spammy.
You're really excited. You just gotta' tell the guild everything about, well, anything, and you just can't say it all in one line!... But please try. Spam can be really annoying, especially when the subject in question is posting emoticons repeatedly on multiple lines ("^_^" ">_>" "<_<" etc.) and taking up your entire chatbox. Consider this while chatting.
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II. Roleplaying (RP)
a. Always stay in-character (IC) in the appropriate channels.
You rolled on an RP server for a reason: presumably, to enjoy an immersive roleplaying environment. Though admittedly there are people on every RP server who come just to PVE or to grief RPers, we expect our members to behave ICly in /say, /emote, /yell, and of course /guild at all times. Just because you’re in the presence of griefers doesn’t mean you get a free chance to behave on their level.
b. Don’t take the easy way out.
If something can be said ICly, do so! Don’t just answer OOC right away; help maintain Wyrmrest Accord’s RP community by RPing as much as you possibly can.
c. Be self-sufficient.
RP “dying” on any server can often be accounted in part to people relying on others to create RP instead of making it themselves. Don’t just wait for someone to start something if you feel like RPing – open up a dialogue yourself! Even miniscule actions, such as scratching your ear or looking around, can start RP.
d. /G is there for a reason.
… so don’t let it go to waste. Though we’re not expecting people to be RPing in guildchat 24/7, don’t be shy to poke your head in and interact every now and then. It’s a great way to get to know your guildmates in-character and can often lead to a substantial amount of dialogue, so be sure to step in every now and then!
e. Don’t ERP in public.
The most controversial rule of all! What is ERP, you might be wondering? Erotic roleplay. If you’re into it, that’s great, fine, don’t care, but please don’t start going at it in a public channel. Take it to party, whispers, or go hide in an instance for a while. There are children that play this game, and there are also plenty of adults who don’t want to be included in your naughtiness, so keep them in mind if you start feeling sassy!
This does not mean, of course, that you can’t emote kissing or physical affections to one another – but if clothes start flying, it’s time to take things away from the public eye.
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III. Player-vs-Environment (PVE)
a. Mind your manners.
Though WoW is just a game, it’s also a game you play with countless other individuals. There are real people behind the characters you interact with – treat them as such. We’re not asking you to be patron saints, but be sure to be polite when dealing with other people, evn if dey tipe lyke dis.
b. Nobody likes ninjas.
And given that you’re not clad in black and from another era, you shouldn’t be one. Don’t steal items, plain and simple. Follow your group’s loot rules and do what is appropriate.
c. LEEEROOOOOYYYY
Just don’t. … unless you’re with people who would think it’s funny, then go for it.
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IV. Player-vs-Player (PVP)
a. Fuck you, buddy!
PVP can be frustrating sometimes. It’s understandable that every now and then, you’re going to get annoyed and will need to vent your frustrations somehow. However, while it’s okay to complain to a friend or explain the situation in our OOC channel, it’s not okay to go yelling at everyone in your raid / battleground / what-have-you. If you feel yourself getting ready to blast off, step away from the computer and take a chill pill. Oh, and don’t post on the forums in a fit of rage. You won’t win, and you’ll just make the guild look bad.
b. Griefing is for losers.
Really. If it’s a game between you and friends, fine, do whatever you want, but don’t go around repeatedly ganking someone if they’re trying to deflag and get away. The same goes for killing quest givers and the like.
The format goes as follows:
I. General Behavior
II. Roleplaying (RP)
III. Player-vs-Environment (PVE)
IV. Player-vs-Player (PVP)
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I. General Behavior
a. Play nice.
We’re not here to make waves. <The AHA>, OOCly, is supposed to be a fairly relaxed, friendly group of roleplayers; not a collection of drama-seeking missiles that aim to explode all over the server. If it’s discovered that one of our members has been harassing another player or group of players in some way, shape or form, he or she will receive a firm warning, potentially followed by a /gkick if the offense is serious enough.
b. “______” are “______”, it’s not a stereotype, I mean listen…
Derogatory remarks are not acceptable in the AHA. Yes, everyone jokes about race / sexuality / religion etc. every once in a while (would we be human if we didn’t?), and that’s acceptable, but there is a social line that you do not cross. If you find yourself confused about whether or not your joke would be funny, then it probably won’t be, and you shouldn’t make it. On the opposite end of the spectrum, if you feel that someone is lesser than you because of some aspect of their genes or lifestyle, then please, show yourself out the guild.
c. If someone’s offended by what you’re saying, cut it out.
Once again, the AHA is a fairly casual guild, but you never know when someone is going to be bothered by something you say. We’re not going to set up strict rules for what you can and can’t discuss in our channel (except for what was discussed in the previous rule), so here’s a general guideline. If another person in the guild requests that you cut it out, then you should do exactly that, and take any further conflicts to a whisper (or to the guild master / officers, if necessary).
d. Members only!
While it’s great to have all your friends in one place, our guild’s OOC channel is not public. Members of the channel must have characters guilded in <The AHA> in order to be there, and we will not be making exceptions. If you’re wondering why, it’s because the guild OOC is exactly that – the guild’s OOC. Opening it to whoever typically leads to drama, although we’ll certainly allow potential recruits to pop in and visit for a while if they’re curious.
e. Don't be spammy.
You're really excited. You just gotta' tell the guild everything about, well, anything, and you just can't say it all in one line!... But please try. Spam can be really annoying, especially when the subject in question is posting emoticons repeatedly on multiple lines ("^_^" ">_>" "<_<" etc.) and taking up your entire chatbox. Consider this while chatting.
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II. Roleplaying (RP)
a. Always stay in-character (IC) in the appropriate channels.
You rolled on an RP server for a reason: presumably, to enjoy an immersive roleplaying environment. Though admittedly there are people on every RP server who come just to PVE or to grief RPers, we expect our members to behave ICly in /say, /emote, /yell, and of course /guild at all times. Just because you’re in the presence of griefers doesn’t mean you get a free chance to behave on their level.
b. Don’t take the easy way out.
If something can be said ICly, do so! Don’t just answer OOC right away; help maintain Wyrmrest Accord’s RP community by RPing as much as you possibly can.
c. Be self-sufficient.
RP “dying” on any server can often be accounted in part to people relying on others to create RP instead of making it themselves. Don’t just wait for someone to start something if you feel like RPing – open up a dialogue yourself! Even miniscule actions, such as scratching your ear or looking around, can start RP.
d. /G is there for a reason.
… so don’t let it go to waste. Though we’re not expecting people to be RPing in guildchat 24/7, don’t be shy to poke your head in and interact every now and then. It’s a great way to get to know your guildmates in-character and can often lead to a substantial amount of dialogue, so be sure to step in every now and then!
e. Don’t ERP in public.
The most controversial rule of all! What is ERP, you might be wondering? Erotic roleplay. If you’re into it, that’s great, fine, don’t care, but please don’t start going at it in a public channel. Take it to party, whispers, or go hide in an instance for a while. There are children that play this game, and there are also plenty of adults who don’t want to be included in your naughtiness, so keep them in mind if you start feeling sassy!
This does not mean, of course, that you can’t emote kissing or physical affections to one another – but if clothes start flying, it’s time to take things away from the public eye.
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III. Player-vs-Environment (PVE)
a. Mind your manners.
Though WoW is just a game, it’s also a game you play with countless other individuals. There are real people behind the characters you interact with – treat them as such. We’re not asking you to be patron saints, but be sure to be polite when dealing with other people, evn if dey tipe lyke dis.
b. Nobody likes ninjas.
And given that you’re not clad in black and from another era, you shouldn’t be one. Don’t steal items, plain and simple. Follow your group’s loot rules and do what is appropriate.
c. LEEEROOOOOYYYY
Just don’t. … unless you’re with people who would think it’s funny, then go for it.
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IV. Player-vs-Player (PVP)
a. Fuck you, buddy!
PVP can be frustrating sometimes. It’s understandable that every now and then, you’re going to get annoyed and will need to vent your frustrations somehow. However, while it’s okay to complain to a friend or explain the situation in our OOC channel, it’s not okay to go yelling at everyone in your raid / battleground / what-have-you. If you feel yourself getting ready to blast off, step away from the computer and take a chill pill. Oh, and don’t post on the forums in a fit of rage. You won’t win, and you’ll just make the guild look bad.
b. Griefing is for losers.
Really. If it’s a game between you and friends, fine, do whatever you want, but don’t go around repeatedly ganking someone if they’re trying to deflag and get away. The same goes for killing quest givers and the like.