Post by Aqua on Mar 1, 2009 1:38:07 GMT -6
If your Display Name was screwed up while making an account, PM me and I'll change it.
These are the rules of PAV.I
Spamming
Spamming is a post, thread, or Private message that is one of the following, although spamming is not limited to the following:
-One, two or three word posts
-Double posts unless otherwise stated in the boards
-Off topic
-Advertising anywhere other than Goldenrod City
-Using Smileys needlessly
Flaming
Light Flaming
Light flaming (i.e. a small jab at someone, like “yeah, but *so and so* squashed it” in an offhand way) is tolerated here at PAV.I, as long as you make sure the subject of the jab knows that it’s a joke. In simpler terms, think before you post.
Heavy Flaming
Heavy Flaming is when you make a whole post/thread to disrespecting someone, or are a complete utter jerk. This is NOT tolerated at PAV.I, and will result in 3 Warnings, and if you don’t stop, a Court Case.. This includes any and all forms of discrimination against others, be it racial, religious, sexual, etc.
Staff Flaming
Staff Flaming is the ultimate Taboo. You get 1 Warning, and then you’re out into the Court. The Staff of PAV.I work to bring this Forum to you, so if you flame them, you’re in big trouble. The Staff here volunteer their time.
Miscellaneous
Profanity
Profanity is allowed here at PAV.I, but keep it toned down, and use profanity sparingly, if at all. We do have a younger audience here.
Bumping Threads
Bumping is when you post in a thread that has been posted in within a certain period of time. The limit at PAV.I is 2 months, but an extremely important/well posted topic, or a stickied one, may be brought back no matter how long it has been it must have over 700 posts in it. You can bump once without consequences within your first month/25 posts, and then your karma starts getting drained. Repeat offenders will get a warning.
Repeat Topics
This is when you post a topic that already exists.
i.e. Someone makes a topic called “What is your opinion on Obama?”, and there is already a topic called “How do you like Obama’s Presidency?”, the new thread would be locked.
Posting in the Correct Boards
Posting in the Correct Board is a vital part of a Forum. If you have content you’d like to post in a thread, check the descriptions under each board to make sure it’s the right one. If you’re not sure, contact a Site Staff, a Mod, or an Admin.
Signature Size
You may have up to 2 images in your Signature that are sized 400x100, or one large one sized 400x200. You may have up to 3 lines of Text.
Annoying Other Members
Annoying other members will result in a Karma Drain. Moderators will decide what does and doesn’t cross the line. Result is a Karma Drain
Misuse of the PMing System
Misusing the Private Messaging System will result in a warning, and then a Court Case.
The Shoutbox
The Shoutbox has its own set of rules. Here they are.
Backlogs
Do not respond to message over 12 hours old, at the bare minimum.
Smiley Usage
Over usage of the smilies for no reason, is spam, and will be treated as such.
Conversing in Languages Other than English
The following languages are allowed in the Shoutbox.
-English
-French
-German
-Hebrew
-Arabic
-Russian
-Spanish
-Italian
Reporting
The Forum
If you see a post that breaks any of these rules, click the “Report post” link on the offending post. It will be reported to us.
The Shoutbox
If you see something breaking the rules, Copy and paste it into a PM, and send it to an Admin. We’ll deal with it, or give it to a Moderator.
Contact Us
Any Questions? Suggestions? PM them to any member of the staff. We’ll help you out.
These are the rules of PAV.I
Spamming
Spamming is a post, thread, or Private message that is one of the following, although spamming is not limited to the following:
-One, two or three word posts
-Double posts unless otherwise stated in the boards
-Off topic
-Advertising anywhere other than Goldenrod City
-Using Smileys needlessly
Flaming
Light Flaming
Light flaming (i.e. a small jab at someone, like “yeah, but *so and so* squashed it” in an offhand way) is tolerated here at PAV.I, as long as you make sure the subject of the jab knows that it’s a joke. In simpler terms, think before you post.
Heavy Flaming
Heavy Flaming is when you make a whole post/thread to disrespecting someone, or are a complete utter jerk. This is NOT tolerated at PAV.I, and will result in 3 Warnings, and if you don’t stop, a Court Case.. This includes any and all forms of discrimination against others, be it racial, religious, sexual, etc.
Staff Flaming
Staff Flaming is the ultimate Taboo. You get 1 Warning, and then you’re out into the Court. The Staff of PAV.I work to bring this Forum to you, so if you flame them, you’re in big trouble. The Staff here volunteer their time.
Miscellaneous
Profanity
Profanity is allowed here at PAV.I, but keep it toned down, and use profanity sparingly, if at all. We do have a younger audience here.
Bumping Threads
Bumping is when you post in a thread that has been posted in within a certain period of time. The limit at PAV.I is 2 months, but an extremely important/well posted topic, or a stickied one, may be brought back no matter how long it has been it must have over 700 posts in it. You can bump once without consequences within your first month/25 posts, and then your karma starts getting drained. Repeat offenders will get a warning.
Repeat Topics
This is when you post a topic that already exists.
i.e. Someone makes a topic called “What is your opinion on Obama?”, and there is already a topic called “How do you like Obama’s Presidency?”, the new thread would be locked.
Posting in the Correct Boards
Posting in the Correct Board is a vital part of a Forum. If you have content you’d like to post in a thread, check the descriptions under each board to make sure it’s the right one. If you’re not sure, contact a Site Staff, a Mod, or an Admin.
Signature Size
You may have up to 2 images in your Signature that are sized 400x100, or one large one sized 400x200. You may have up to 3 lines of Text.
Annoying Other Members
Annoying other members will result in a Karma Drain. Moderators will decide what does and doesn’t cross the line. Result is a Karma Drain
Misuse of the PMing System
Misusing the Private Messaging System will result in a warning, and then a Court Case.
The Shoutbox
The Shoutbox has its own set of rules. Here they are.
Backlogs
Do not respond to message over 12 hours old, at the bare minimum.
Smiley Usage
Over usage of the smilies for no reason, is spam, and will be treated as such.
Conversing in Languages Other than English
The following languages are allowed in the Shoutbox.
-English
-French
-German
-Hebrew
-Arabic
-Russian
-Spanish
-Italian
Reporting
The Forum
If you see a post that breaks any of these rules, click the “Report post” link on the offending post. It will be reported to us.
The Shoutbox
If you see something breaking the rules, Copy and paste it into a PM, and send it to an Admin. We’ll deal with it, or give it to a Moderator.
Contact Us
Any Questions? Suggestions? PM them to any member of the staff. We’ll help you out.