Rules

You are in the employ of the Republic now, and so are asked to act accordingly.

We have tried to keep these simple, but it is not an exhaustive list. Should an incident occur outside of these rules it will be dealt with by Sim Management on a case by case basis and the rules may be updated to reflect any learning. Out of character we ask:

Rule 0 - Enjoy yourself soldier!

Please remember that we're all here to have fun, to enjoy a hobby that has brought us together from all across the galaxy. Under no circumstance should your fun and happiness impede on the fun and happiness of others.

None of the aforementioned is diminished in any way due to the age rating currently enforced on Frostpoint.

Rule 1 - Rating

Frostpoint has voluntarily rated itself 18+. This means that all players applying have to be at least 18 years of age. Additionally, we expect a level or maturity from the players, meaning they can handle this freedom and responsibility. Anyone that proves themselves unable to adhere to these rules will find themselves removed from the game.

While no universal rating system exists for RPGs or writing groups Obsidian Fleet runs their games based on the RPG rating system. Star Wars: Frostpoint is rated 2/1/3

Language: Swearing is permitted.
Sex: Mild sexual innuendo and references permitted.
Violence: Explicit violence is permitted.

Be aware that despite this rating, IC actions have IC consequences. If your character is a dick people won’t want to interact with them. If your character is a dick to the people in charge, they will find themselves without a job.

Rule 2 - Chain of Command

In character this is a military base with some civilian facilities, not a democracy. There is a clear chain of command. However out of character this is a collaborative project. We're all equally invested in making this a success.

That being said, should any decision need to be made on personnel issues (e.g. accepting or rejecting applications, removing or disciplinary action) they will be made by the Sim Management Team.

Rule 3 - Posting Expectations

In order to be considered an Active Player, please contribute at least 2 OF Standard posts per month with your Primary Character (see Rule 4). An OF Standard Post is defined as an entry with a minimum of 500 words, with every additional 500 words counted as an additional Standard Post.

What helps towards this goal is if you’re actively logging in to the website and responding to tags in ongoing posts. We advise logging in and responding to tags at least three times a week.

Structural failure to actively participate may result in removal from the game. If, due to circumstances, you're unable to contribute at least the minimum requirement to the game, then please inform the Sim Management Team and request a Leave of Absence in the Discord.

In return, the Sim Management Team promises to involve all Players in the overarching storylines crafted for the game. If you want to develop your character in a particular way and could use the help of the rest of us to make it happen, please don't hesitate to let us know!

Should any players resign, or be removed, during an ongoing storyline we will endeavour to part with the character amicably. If their character is integral to the plot, or is blocking progress, the Sim Management Team may take control over the character in order to push the story forward and get to a point where the character can part ways without breaking continuity. Unfortunately, this parting of ways may result in the untimely death of said character.

Stories, quotes and snippets from all posts submitted to this website may be used outside of the site for recruitment, promotion, community events and boasting purposes, but will never be used in an effort to monetise your creative work.

Rule 4 - Secondary Characters

A Player must play a member of the Republic as their primary Player Character (PC) in the game. This PC is obliged to have a complete bio and shall only be controlled by the associated Player.

An Active Player may add Secondary Characters (SCs) in available roles, keeping in mind that a new player applying for a role (when approved) will be allowed to replace an SC in the same role.

An Active Player may create a SC who is a member of the Empire in collaboration with the GM. Please bear in mind it would not be okay for a member of the Empire to freely walk around a Republic military base, so these characters need to be carefully considered in terms of how they fit into the wider story.

Playing an Empire character may lead to your character having restrictions placed on them in game up to and including imprisonment and deportation.

Any PC or SC is under the direct creative control of the Active Player that created said character. As such, whenever a PC or SC is included in a post, the system should be used to include the Active Player. No (physical) harm may be done to a character without the explicit permission of the Active Player that created said character.

The privileges to creating and playing additional SCs may be restricted or revoked in case a player no longer contributes sufficiently with their PC (or as the result of other disciplinary action).

When creating any of these characters, keep in mind that they may not be copies of established characters or be related to established characters from Star Wars lore. We’re looking for new and exciting original characters to add to our cast.

Rule 5 - OOC communication

If the fun, happiness or well-being of another Player is infringed upon you are considered to be in violation of Rule 0 and may be subject to disciplinary action or removal. This will be enforced even in cases where the accused party acts within the confines of the rules outlined in this document in general and under the rule governing the age rating in particular. Nothing supersedes Rule 0.

Reasons for removal include, but are not limited to; abuse of the leave system, prolonged or repeated AWOLs, prolonged or repeated lack of participation, any other serious or repeated violations of any of the aforementioned rules, or endangering the safe, civil, and productive gaming environment of the sim.

A player who has been disciplined or removed may appeal to the OF’s Office of Mediation and Arbitration.