Revised Code of Conduct
Feb 9, 2008 13:57:12 GMT -5
Post by Chris Ingersoll on Feb 9, 2008 13:57:12 GMT -5
No unmarked spoilers; you don't have to use the "black-out" method, but it would be a good idea if you're introducing spoilers to a non-spoiler topic. A topic devoted to spoiler information MUST contain the word "SPOILERS" in the subject; anyone who puts a spoiler in a subject will earn a swift (temporary) banning. Use your judgement as to how long something remains a spoiler: as a rough estimate, TV shows have a shelf-life of about a week (unless a show tapes several shows in advance, like TNA Impact), movies and books a month. When in doubt, err on the side of caution. Also, please bear in mind that the various time differences around the country/world may result in one person's "live" show being shown on delay (whether a few hours or entire days) elsewhere; do not assume that everyone has seen something just because you're watching it "live".
Profanity is not filtered on this board. If you are easily offended by such language, you might want to seek discussion elsewhere. However, excessive use of profanity just for the sake of using it will be considered abuse and result in a temporary suspension of posting privileges. Additionally, this only applies to profanity; racial slurs and other such language will still be censored. If you bypass those filters, you will no longer be allowed to post here.
No fighting. If you have a problem with another poster and can't express that problem in a mature, adult manner, then take some time away from the board and cool off. Flamewars, harassment, threats, and other such nonsense are disruptive to discussion and will not solve anything. Making such posts in public will result in a temporary suspension. Making such posts via PM will result in permanent banning.
Keep it clean; even though most language is unfiltered, no adult or racy content is allowed, including links to such sites. Discussion of sexual matters (such as people posing for adult magazines) should be kept as mature as possible; "tongue-in-cheek" is ok, within reason. The same goes for alcohol and drugs.
No trolling; expressing a dissenting opinion is not the same as intentionally posting something just to get a rise out of people. Be sure to back up your statements with evidence or you might be slapped with the troll label and given an involuntary vacation.
Banishment means "no posting"; if you are tempbanned and are caught making a second account in an attempt to duck it, it will be your last.