Server rules (Starlight)

Server rules

Rule 0 - Don't be a dick.

Rules can't cover every possible situation. Admins should be able to address situations that are missed in the rules.

Rule 1 - Admins have final say.

The rules can’t cover every possible situation, so admins have final say if what you did is allowed or not (even if it’s not in the rules). But admins are people too, so be nice.

Rule 2 - Griefing.

Intentionally ruining the gameplay of other players is forbidden. Issuing a singularity is cause for a permanent ban. In case you are an antagonist, act strictly within the limits of your tasks.

Rule 3 - DM/RDM.

Unjustified actions aimed at causing serious harm to health or killing another person are forbidden. Remember, there must be a very good RP reason for killing. If in doubt, ask in Ahelp. You have the right to self-defense, but it must not escalate to murder. In other words, you have the right to retaliate against your attacker, but when he is already down, you should not kill him. Much less gib.

Rule 4 - Breach of logic.

You are not your character! Deviating from the role of your character, violating the overall game atmosphere and setting. Remember that this is an MRP server.

Also do not forget that your character can fear and feel. You should not run like a hulk smashing everything.

Subparagraphs to this rule:

• 4.1 Powergame
• 4.2 Metagame
• 4.3 IC in OOC
• 4.4 Self killing
• 4.5 Illiteracy
• 4.6 End of round/EORG
• 4.7 Foul play
• 4.8 Loss of memory

Rule 5 - Open play.

Playing the antagonist in the 'open', meaning in crowded places where there are many witnesses that literally breaks the antagonist's logic. For an antagonist, it is usually not worth resorting to open play. Unless that antagonist is explicitly targeting it. Such as: Dragon, Nukeops, Abductor. If you can avoid open play, it's best to avoid it. Otherwise, the administration may resort to punishment

Exceptions to the rules:

• Unavailable target - if your target is unavailable without open play, such as killing a warden. You may play openly.
• Forced open play - if your play requires open play, such as abductor abductor cases. You can play openly, but it is worth asking permission from the administration.

Rule 6 - Responsible play for the antagonist.

The goal of the antagonist is to make the round interesting, exciting, and dangerous, but within reasonable limits. Antagonists are not allowed to wait for players who have just appeared, release plasma, singularity, or generally engage in actions that can be categorized as vulture. As an antag, you are only allowed to do what is necessary for your objectives. For example, an abductor is not allowed to steal things from the station or people. A thief should not be killing people in any way. The “die a glorious death” objective negates this rule. Remember that “minor” antagonists are stealthy and inconspicuous. There are other, “major” antagonists for open confrontations and high-profile operations. (Rule - 4)

Rule 7 - Character Logic.

Your character is an employee of the space station, loyal to the ideals of the Corporation and his superiors. Names and surnames must be appropriate to the context and standards of the RP. Names and surnames of celebrities, actors, characters from movies, TV series, anime, games, etc., as well as similar names and surnames are prohibited. SOPs and CLs are in-game rules, but violating them maliciously from round to round may be punishable. Also don't forget that your boss, whether captain or CentCom, can fire you, which negatively affects the character's life. Try to listen to your boss and uniquely avoid moments leading to your dismissal.

Rule 8 - Self-Antagonism.

Actions inherent in antagonists are forbidden without a proper role. Calling someone out of the brig for no reason, interfering with a security, etc. is a violation of this rule. Claiming that your character is “unstable”, “crazy”, etc. does not invalidate any of the rules and is not an excuse.

Rule 9 - Validhunt.

Organizing and hunting antagonists without being a Security Officer is forbidden. Stopping antagonists is the job of Security or ERT officers.

Rule 10 - Interacting with players who have disengaged from the game or have been granted SSD status.

SSD players are players who have disconnected from the game or become afk. This can be caused by connection problems or other technical issues. Being killed or robbed because of this is not something anyone would enjoy. The goal of killing antagonists by design should be difficult and interesting. Killing an SSD player is not interesting for either the killer or the victim. In case your target is an SSD, don't be afraid to ask for help from the admins in Ahelp. Here are the basic rules for behavior with players in SSD:

• It is forbidden to touch or interact with SSD players except in the following cases: taking them to a cryo-pod, providing medical assistance, or rescuing them from immediate danger (such as carrying them out of a fire).
• Likewise, if a player with SSD has a “Wanted” status, they may not be detained without the permission of an administrator.
• If the player went SSD during or immediately after the detention, it is allowed to continue the detention and arrest.
• Likewise, if you are an antagonist, and if your target has entered SSD immediately after you attacked them, you may continue.
• If you feel compelled by the situation to interact with a player in the SSD (for example, to retrieve an important piece of equipment from a captain), use Ahelp first.
• It is forbidden to steal a player's SSD items, except in the following cases: a mission to steal cloaks, medals, figurines and other items that are unique.

Rule 11 - ERP.

It’s not about the words, but about the suspected intention of them, so saying F me could count as a violation depending on the suspected intent.

Rule 12 - New Life.

New Life, was made so that you can continue your game on the server after the death of your character, but there are certain rules:

• You forget everything you knew as a past character or ghost.
• It is forbidden to abuse new life by spamming characters.

Rule 13 - Silicon.

The Silicon Rules override all roleplay rules if there is any conflict. Silicon Rules do not override server rules.

Subparagraphs to this rule:

• 13.1 You cannot request or allow a law change.
• 13.2 You must remain consistent with your interpretation of laws.
• 13.3 Your HUD determines who is crew.