Post by Jai'byrd on Mar 13, 2011 13:30:06 GMT -5
Welcome to Pandora: Eywa's Dream!
I made these rules originally to head possible future problems off at the past, and they are a bit different from other boards, so please read them through carefully. I expect all members to follow these rules while visiting P: ED:
Netiquette: Overall I just want you to use your common sense and basic Netiquette when you post here. Thus, no typing in all caps (as that will be taken as you 'shouting'), no posting things you don't want others to see, and no starting flame wars or spamming the forums where you are not supposed to.
No Chat Speak Allowed: This is a personal pet peeve of mine. This is a Message Board, not a Chat, the difference being that you have time to think about and edit your posts here. I am not tolerant of people who abbreviate 90% of their words and either type in all lowercase or uppercase. Chat speaking has nothing to do with grammar or spelling skills, so don't tell me that's the only way you know how to type. Look at it this way, I am a teacher; would you hand in a paper done in Chat speak to a teacher? I think not, so don't do it here. However, l33t speak is allowed in small poignant doses. I realize Chat speak and l33t speak are not the same thing, but don't over do the l33t speak either.
Spelling and Grammar: I don't mind the occasional spelling and grammar mistake as I realize that not everyone speaks English as a first language. Thus try your best with your spelling and grammar as one should always try to improve themselves, but remember the above rule: No Chat Speak. Remember there is a spell checker function with this board - USE IT!
Foul Language: People may swear here, as I'm a major ca-ca mouth myself. However this does not give you the license to cuss other members out if they make you mad. I don't care what happened, but if you swear at someone in anger then corrective action will be taken with you. My suggestion is if someone makes you mad, do not post back immediately. Leave the computer, go cool down, and then come back to post later when you can think rationally. The post and the board aren't going anywhere, so it can wait. Remember, no matter how mad someone makes you, they still deserve some respect. Sexual, racist or religious bigotry will get you banned.
Religious Nonsense: Speaking of respect, P: ED is primarily a religion free zone. We give credence to all religions, but we will not tolerate promotion of them here. Please remember that not everyone follows the same set of principles that you do, so don't try to cram your beliefs down other's throats. If you try, say goodbye.
Warning System: I'm a firm believer in the three strikes rule. Therefore if you break one of these rules you will be warned privately. If you persist you will then be warned on the board and banned for a week. The third time you will be banned permanently without further notice. You can try to appeal, but I am very hard to appease once you've torqued me off. Remember this is not a democracy, I made this board and my word is final.
Well, that's it, if you have any questions, feel free to PM me or post in the Help & Feedback section.
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I made these rules originally to head possible future problems off at the past, and they are a bit different from other boards, so please read them through carefully. I expect all members to follow these rules while visiting P: ED:
Netiquette: Overall I just want you to use your common sense and basic Netiquette when you post here. Thus, no typing in all caps (as that will be taken as you 'shouting'), no posting things you don't want others to see, and no starting flame wars or spamming the forums where you are not supposed to.
No Chat Speak Allowed: This is a personal pet peeve of mine. This is a Message Board, not a Chat, the difference being that you have time to think about and edit your posts here. I am not tolerant of people who abbreviate 90% of their words and either type in all lowercase or uppercase. Chat speaking has nothing to do with grammar or spelling skills, so don't tell me that's the only way you know how to type. Look at it this way, I am a teacher; would you hand in a paper done in Chat speak to a teacher? I think not, so don't do it here. However, l33t speak is allowed in small poignant doses. I realize Chat speak and l33t speak are not the same thing, but don't over do the l33t speak either.
Spelling and Grammar: I don't mind the occasional spelling and grammar mistake as I realize that not everyone speaks English as a first language. Thus try your best with your spelling and grammar as one should always try to improve themselves, but remember the above rule: No Chat Speak. Remember there is a spell checker function with this board - USE IT!
Foul Language: People may swear here, as I'm a major ca-ca mouth myself. However this does not give you the license to cuss other members out if they make you mad. I don't care what happened, but if you swear at someone in anger then corrective action will be taken with you. My suggestion is if someone makes you mad, do not post back immediately. Leave the computer, go cool down, and then come back to post later when you can think rationally. The post and the board aren't going anywhere, so it can wait. Remember, no matter how mad someone makes you, they still deserve some respect. Sexual, racist or religious bigotry will get you banned.
Religious Nonsense: Speaking of respect, P: ED is primarily a religion free zone. We give credence to all religions, but we will not tolerate promotion of them here. Please remember that not everyone follows the same set of principles that you do, so don't try to cram your beliefs down other's throats. If you try, say goodbye.
Warning System: I'm a firm believer in the three strikes rule. Therefore if you break one of these rules you will be warned privately. If you persist you will then be warned on the board and banned for a week. The third time you will be banned permanently without further notice. You can try to appeal, but I am very hard to appease once you've torqued me off. Remember this is not a democracy, I made this board and my word is final.
Well, that's it, if you have any questions, feel free to PM me or post in the Help & Feedback section.
Quick Links: