SERVER RULES

Character Integrity Rules

Characters Is Separate

Each of your characters is separate and does not share information.

Knowledge of the City

Do not use knowledge from one character to benefit another in any way.

Conflict with Characters

If there is a conflict of interest between your characters, you must step out of the situation.

Combat Logging Rules

Disconnecting (F8'ing)

Disconnecting during a roleplay scenario, especially in the middle of a crime or police interaction, is not allowed.

Disconnected Mid Scene

If you disconnect mid scene, you must log back into your last location and immediately open a ticket to inform staff.

Combat Logging

Combat logging is never acceptable. Always complete the scene and disconnect only once the situation is fully resolved.

Community & Server Integrity Rules

Stash Wipe

If you are inactive for 6 months your character and stashes will get wiped.

Leaving Discord

If you leave the Shade City Roleplay Discord, you are subject to losing your in game assets (properties, vehicles, businesses, etc.).

Trading IRL Money

Trading IRL money for in game items, currency, or services is strictly forbidden.

Direct Messaging Staff

Do not DM staff members about server issues without permission. Use the appropriate channels to open a support ticket.

Final Notice Rules

Breaking The Rules

Violating these rules can result in a warning, kick, temporary ban, or permanent removal from Shade City Roleplay, depending on the severity.

Final Say

The staff team has the final say in all disciplinary actions.

General Rules Rules

Working Microphone

You must have a working microphone to join and play on the server.

Microphone Spamming

No microphone spamming or disruptive audio in game or in voice channels

Age Limit

Shade City Roleplay is strictly 18+ and mature conduct is expected.

Forcing Pressure on Players

Do not force or pressure any player to break server rules; both parties may face punishment.

IRL Trading

Real life tragedies, sensitive topics (e.g., suicide, terrorism, pandemics, mental illnesses), and controversial subjects are prohibited from roleplay.

Breaking Character

Breaking character because you don’t like a situation is not allowed. If someone is breaking rules, open a ticket or contact staff, do not break character.

OOC Content

You may not play OOC content (e.g., RP montages, Twitch streams) on in game TVs or meeting boards.

Metagaming (MG) Rules

Out of Character Knowledge

Metagaming is using out of character knowledge (such as knowing another character’s location, plans, or personal details) to influence in character decisions.

MG Knowledge

Do not allow your OOC knowledge to affect your character’s actions.

Character Only Knows What They Know

Always ensure that your character only knows what they realistically could have learned from their environment and interactions.

Respect & Conduct Rules

Treating Players

Treat everyone with respect. Shade City Roleplay is a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Toxic Behavior

Homophobia, racism, sexism, transphobia, trolling, excessive toxicity, and any form of discriminatory behavior is strictly prohibited and may result in permanent removal from the community.

Slur Words

The use of derogatory terms, including but not limited to slurs and ableist language (e.g., "retard"), is a bannable offense.

Harassing

Harassing or cyber attacking members in Discord, YouTube, Twitter, Twitch, or any other platform is strictly prohibited.

Twitch TOS

Follow Twitch TOS while streaming or creating content related to Shade City Roleplay.

Standards of Roleplay Rules

Prioritize Roleplay

Roleplay is the core of our community. Always prioritize roleplay over rule play.

Justify Your Actions

If you can justify your actions within the context of roleplay, staff will be fair in their judgment.

Semi Serious Roleplay

This is a semi serious roleplay server, and any actions that fall below the expected standard of roleplay (as determined by staff) will result in punishments.

Stay in Character (IC) at All Times Rules

Do Not Break Character

Do not break character (IC) during interactions.

Roleplay Through The Situation

If someone else breaks character, try to roleplay through the situation, but do not engage in out of character (OOC) discussions unless absolutely necessary.

Rule Breakers

OOC issues (such as character conflicts, rule breaks, or complaints) should be dealt with in private and not in the city.

Do Not Mention OOC Matters

Do not mention OOC matters such as alt characters (cousins), body cams (for rule breaks), or anything outside of the current roleplay scenario.