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<big><u>'''Additions to General Rules'''</u></big> | <big><u>'''Additions to General Rules'''</u></big> | ||
* Names may not reference game mechanics, or any OOC/meta events. For Vuulen (lizards), verbs-the-noun can reference a job or duty. Try to be creative, and do not use the name of any mechanic or job. | * Names may not reference game mechanics, or any OOC/meta events. For Vuulen (lizards), verbs-the-noun can reference a job or duty. Try to be creative, and do not use the name of any mechanic or job. | ||
** Ex. Delam, Cogged | ** Ex. Delam, Cogged | ||
* Names should not reference items or actions that are classified as intellectual property or held as a secret by Nanotrasen. If it is a Syndicate steal objective, it likely falls under these guidelines. | * Names should not reference items or actions that are classified as intellectual property or held as a secret by Nanotrasen. If it is a Syndicate steal objective, it likely falls under these guidelines. '''Wizards are not beholden to this rule.''' | ||
** Ex. Plasma research, Supermatter Engine/Crystal | ** Ex. Plasma research, Supermatter Engine/Crystal | ||
* Meme names should be limited to Clowns, Mimes, Wizards, and Nukie Squad names. See the section below for Clowns/Mimes/Wizards. | * Meme names should be limited to Clowns, Mimes, Wizards, and Nukie Squad names. See the section below for Clowns/Mimes/Wizards. | ||
** Note: “John <Lastname>” is fine if the last name is realistic, such as John Miner (a real last name). Something like John Janitor, while fun to say, probably not. | ** Note: “John <Lastname>” is fine if the last name is realistic, such as John Miner (a real last name). Something like John Janitor, while fun to say, probably not. | ||
* If you are unsure if a name is appropriate, you can always ahelp in game or ask staff on Discord. | * If you are unsure if a name is appropriate, you can always ahelp in game or ask staff on Discord. | ||
<big><u>'''New Section'''</u></big> | <big><u>'''New Section'''</u></big> | ||
<big><u>Clowns/Mimes/Wizards</u></big> | <big><u>Clowns/Mimes/Wizards</u></big> | ||
* Meme names are not only allowed but practically encouraged. You’re here to entertain the crew! Step 1 should be a funny name. However, names that reference direct game mechanics are still not allowed. | * Meme names are not only allowed but practically encouraged. You’re here to entertain the crew! Step 1 should be a funny name. However, names that reference direct game mechanics are still not allowed. | ||
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** Ex. Silent Night, Silencieux le Morts | ** Ex. Silent Night, Silencieux le Morts | ||
* Wizards typically get the most freedom; usually, wizards pick grand, over-the-top names. Or, alternatively, just something silly | * Wizards typically get the most freedom; usually, wizards pick grand, over-the-top names. Or, alternatively, just something silly. | ||
** Ex. Whimsy the Whimsical, Not a wizard | ** Ex. Whimsy the Whimsical, Not a wizard | ||
* Profanity is allowed, but don’t go overboard. | * Profanity is allowed, but don’t go overboard. | ||
<big><u>'''Adjustments'''</u></big> | <big><u>'''Adjustments'''</u></big> | ||
<big><u>Silicons</u></big> | <big><u>Silicons</u></big> | ||
* Change 3 word limit to 4 (since we already have some who use 4 in their names) | * Change 3 word limit to 4 (since we already have some who use 4 in their names) |
Revision as of 22:32, 7 September 2023
Council Vote 1025 Detailed Changes
Authors: Aquizit, Dukeofsoleil
Additions to General Rules
- Names may not reference game mechanics, or any OOC/meta events. For Vuulen (lizards), verbs-the-noun can reference a job or duty. Try to be creative, and do not use the name of any mechanic or job.
- Ex. Delam, Cogged
- Names should not reference items or actions that are classified as intellectual property or held as a secret by Nanotrasen. If it is a Syndicate steal objective, it likely falls under these guidelines. Wizards are not beholden to this rule.
- Ex. Plasma research, Supermatter Engine/Crystal
- Meme names should be limited to Clowns, Mimes, Wizards, and Nukie Squad names. See the section below for Clowns/Mimes/Wizards.
- Note: “John <Lastname>” is fine if the last name is realistic, such as John Miner (a real last name). Something like John Janitor, while fun to say, probably not.
- If you are unsure if a name is appropriate, you can always ahelp in game or ask staff on Discord.
New Section
Clowns/Mimes/Wizards
- Meme names are not only allowed but practically encouraged. You’re here to entertain the crew! Step 1 should be a funny name. However, names that reference direct game mechanics are still not allowed.
- Clowns can take many approaches to names, it can reference pranks, the Honkmother, or just sound ridiculous.
- Ex. John Slapnuts, A CLOWN NAMED A PIMP NAMED SLICKBACK
- Mimes usually have puns that reference quietness, silence, or general mimery. Some prefer names that are French in origin
- Ex. Silent Night, Silencieux le Morts
- Wizards typically get the most freedom; usually, wizards pick grand, over-the-top names. Or, alternatively, just something silly.
- Ex. Whimsy the Whimsical, Not a wizard
- Profanity is allowed, but don’t go overboard.
Adjustments
Silicons
- Change 3 word limit to 4 (since we already have some who use 4 in their names)