1. DO NOT DM (direct message) any admin. For all issues please place a ticket.
2. Do not enter the server without filling out the Sinisteria RP character application.
3. This is a NO TOLERANCE server. Meaning, NO HATE OF ANY KIND (none of the ‘isms’ or ‘phobias’, racism, homophobia etc). You will be banned immediately.
4. NO bullying/harassment of any kind. Again, You will be banned.
5. To maintain fairness, we have created the ‘three strike rule’. This means you have two times to violate any rules (we will give you warnings about these offenses) and on your third offense you will be banned. NOTE: This DOES NOT include the two previous rules. If you break them, it is an automatic ban.
6. This is a serious RP server. We expect that you have read the rules and agreed to follow all terms and conditions.
7. Please keep in mind we are in the year 1899. Try not to reference modern technology or things that don’t exist during this time period.
8. No portrayal of any real-life people/places etc. You may base your characters off references, but it shouldn’t be obvious.
9. This is an 18+ server and there may be adult themes that are suggested. Play at your own discretion.
10. NO full ERP (erotic roleplay). Meaning, you may elude to certain activities but never fully act on them.
11. NO child characters (anyone under the age of 17).
12. This is an English only server. While we are very open to international players please understand that it is expected that you understand and can respond in English.
13. NO violence WITHOUT RP OR CONSENT. We are here to create intricate stories, not promote mindless violence.
14. If you see something, say something! If you happen to come across any strange activity that makes you feel uncomfortable, report it immediately.
15. Absolutely no PTP (pay to play), everyone must earn their desires by working/grinding in the county.
16. Power & Metagaming:
This is probably the most redundant part of joining RP servers (if you’re a veteran) but it is essential so I will try my best to spare you the headache of reading very redundant information. For any new roleplayers, I STRONGLY suggest you get familiar with these terms. By continuing to read this you agree to not utilizing any of these strategies and playing fairly. You’re probably asking, what is metagaming? It is defined as a strategic approach to gaming that encompasses actions, decisions, and behaviors outside the game's intended mechanics.
An example of this would be you are trying to find your friend’s location in town. Instead of asking other townsfolk or sending your friend a letter in game you use their stream to find them. Powergaming is defined as the act of using an in-game mechanic, any external information, or a roleplay concept to favor their own character or story, and give them an unfair or unrealistic advantage.
Powergaming can take several forms, but it is generally rooted in “playing to win” or a focus on playing the game, instead of honoring the creative roleplay. Playing your character should always be more important than playing the game. An example would be watching a fellow community member’s stream, locating them, and stealing all of their possessions. (This is not allowed not just for power gaming, but also because there is no roleplaying involved). Another example is you are playing as a vampire and are temporarily knocked unconscious but you are still actively speaking and interacting with your surroundings. In real life if you are unconscious you are not speaking or interacting with anything. Last example, having multiple characters on the server and transferring items/money between them. It is okay to have multiple characters if you wish but each character should be independent from your others.
