Rule Violation Policies
Staff Decisions
All staff decisions are final. If you are found breaking a rule and a staff member takes action against you and you disagree, please engage with them constructively and ensure you have reviewed the Respect the Staff Team rule for guidelines on expected conduct.
There are no appeals for warnings.
In-Game
Hydrate Roleplay operates a warning points system for rule violations. The warning points system is designed to ensure fair and consistent enforcement of our rules, creating a safe and enjoyable environment for all players. Points accumulate over a rolling 90-day period, and specific thresholds trigger escalating punishments. This system provides a transparent and consistent rule enforcement policy that both staff and players can refer to, ensuring everyone understands the consequences of their actions. Below you will find detailed information on how the system works, the different violation categories, and the consequences of accumulating points.
Rule violations can vary in severity, and the staff team will decide where a rule violation fits when issuing a punishment.
Rule Violation Categories and Points
| Violation Category | Description | Points Per Violation |
|---|---|---|
| Minor Violations | Minor rule violations that disrupt the roleplay environment, but are not severely damaging. | 1 Point |
| Moderate Violations | Moderate rule violations that disrupt the roleplay environment and/or experience of others. | 3 Points |
| Major Violations | Severe misconducts that greatly impact the roleplay environment and/or experience of others. | 5 Points |
| Immediate Permanent Ban | Some rule violations, such as Exploiting, will earn you an immediate permanent ban. | 13 Points |
Accumulation and Consequences
There is a clear set of consequences based on the number of warning points accumulated. We believe this system is a fair and unbiased way of handling rule violations, ensuring everyone knows what to expect if they break the rules.
| Total Points | Consequence |
|---|---|
| 1 Point | Warning |
| 2 Points | Warning |
| 3-4 Points | 1-day Ban |
| 5-6 Points | 3-day Ban |
| 7-8 Points | 7-day Ban |
| 9-10 Points | 14-day Ban |
| 11-12 Points | 30-day Ban |
| 13 Points | Permanent Ban |
Frequently Asked Questions
How are points assigned?
Points are assigned based on the severity of the rule violation. Minor violations earn 1 point, moderate violations earn 3 points, and major violations earn 5 points. The category of each rule can be found on its page.
Can I reduce my points?
Points older than 90 days will automatically drop off, reducing your total points over time if no new violations occur.
Discord
Warning and Timeout Policy
When a user receives a warning for a rule violation, they will be sent a direct message (DM) detailing the warning. Each warning is accompanied by a timeout, which increases in duration with each subsequent warning.
- 1st Warning: 10-minute timeout
- 2nd Warning: 1-hour timeout
- 3rd Warning: 2-hour timeout
- 4th Warning: 6-hour timeout
- 5th Warning: 12-hour timeout
- 6th Warning: 24-hour timeout
- 7th Warning and beyond: 48-hour timeout
Immediate Bans
Please note that if a staff member determines that a rule violation is severe enough, they may impose an immediate ban without prior warnings.