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===[[ | ===[[Contributors#Staff|Admin]]=== | ||
The people who run the server. Have a variety of power-abuse buttons to keep the game from being fun. | The people who run the server. Have a variety of power-abuse buttons to keep the game from being fun. | ||
===Adminhelp=== | ===Adminhelp=== | ||
A command which lets you send a message to the [[ | A command which lets you send a message to the [[Contributors#Staff|admins]]. Can be accessed by typing Adminhelp in game, by pressing <code>F1</code> or by pressing Adminhelp in the Admin tab. | ||
Use this ''instead of the OOC channel'' if you think someone is griefing or if you otherwise have something to ask the admins about. | Use this ''instead of the OOC channel'' if you think someone is griefing or if you otherwise have something to ask the admins about. | ||
These can include questions about etiquette | These can include questions about etiquette or the rules, etc. | ||
It should be noted that even when no admins are online, any messages sent in adminhelp are logged so you should still send one. | It should be noted that even when no admins are online, any messages sent in adminhelp are logged so you should still send one. | ||
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===Ban=== | ===Ban=== | ||
Blocking a person from access to the SS13 server for a period of time. This can happen if a person is not obeying the given [ | Blocking a person from access to the SS13 server for a period of time. This can happen if a person is not obeying the given [https://forums.yogstation.net/help/rules/ Rules]. | ||
===Badmin=== | ===Badmin=== | ||
Bad Admin, refers to an admin who abuses their powers. | Bad Admin, refers to an admin who abuses their powers. | ||
=== | ===Beepsky/Officer Beepsky=== | ||
A [[Securitron]] that starts in Security. Will chase, stun, and handcuff anyone set to be arrested in the [[security records]]. | A [[Securitron]] that starts in Security. Will chase, stun, and handcuff anyone set to be arrested in the [[security records]]. | ||
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===[[Brig]]=== | ===[[Brig]]=== | ||
An area of the station north of the Bridge and just under Security Office where people are held by | An area of the station north of the Bridge and just under Security Office where people are held by Security after being arrested. | ||
===[[BYOND]]=== | ===[[BYOND]]=== | ||
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===[[Cloning|Clone/Cloning]]=== | ===[[Cloning|Clone/Cloning]]=== | ||
To revive someone back to life through cloning their dead body, usually done in [[Genetics]]. | To revive someone back to life through cloning their dead body, usually done in [[Genetics]]. | ||
===Cuban Pete=== | ===Cuban Pete=== | ||
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===Deadmin=== | ===Deadmin=== | ||
Most commonly read as dead-min (as in dead admin), but actually stands for de-admin, meaning the action of removing administrative powers from an [[ | Most commonly read as dead-min (as in dead admin), but actually stands for de-admin, meaning the action of removing administrative powers from an [[Contributors#Staff|administrator]]. | ||
===Disk=== | ===Disk=== | ||
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Erotic Role Play (ERP) is the action of when a player or players engages in roleplaying that is erotic in nature. | Erotic Role Play (ERP) is the action of when a player or players engages in roleplaying that is erotic in nature. | ||
An inherently controversial subject, people's reactions to ERP ranges from upset and rage to taking off one's clothes and joining to [ | An inherently controversial subject, people's reactions to ERP ranges from upset and rage to taking off one's clothes and joining to [https://forums.yogstation.net/help/rules/ ding dong bannu]. | ||
===[[EVA]]=== | ===[[EVA]]=== | ||
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Originated from a bug in the job selection system, causing the majority of the crew to be roundstart [[Assistant]]s, dressed in gray. This resulted in swarms of Assistants storming the Brig and antagonize [[security]]. Now the word refers to any griefy behavior of that bent. | Originated from a bug in the job selection system, causing the majority of the crew to be roundstart [[Assistant]]s, dressed in gray. This resulted in swarms of Assistants storming the Brig and antagonize [[security]]. Now the word refers to any griefy behavior of that bent. | ||
=== | ===Greentext=== | ||
An alternate way of describing a victory as an antagonist. Derived from the green text used for 'success'. Can also refer to the Greentext book, usually as the result of a wizard event. | An alternate way of describing a victory as an antagonist. Derived from the green text used for 'success'. Can also refer to the Greentext book, usually as the result of a wizard event. | ||
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===[[Hacking]]=== | ===[[Hacking]]=== | ||
The act of breaking the security measures on equipment such as Airlocks or APCs by illicit means. | The act of breaking the security measures on equipment such as Airlocks or APCs by illicit means. | ||
===Harmbaton=== | |||
Using the [[Guide_to_Combat#Stun_Baton|stun baton]] on harm intent, resulting in damage in exchange for shorter stun time. Usually seen used by aggressive Security forces. | |||
===Heads=== | ===Heads=== | ||
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[[clown|hh-ho-ooonn-nk-kkk ww-hhh-yy i-iss-s see-ccu-uur-rrttt-yy bb-eeaa-tt-iinn-gg m-mme-ee hh-hoo-oon-nnk-kk]] | [[clown|hh-ho-ooonn-nk-kkk ww-hhh-yy i-iss-s see-ccu-uur-rrttt-yy bb-eeaa-tt-iinn-gg m-mme-ee hh-hoo-oon-nnk-kk]] | ||
=== | ===HoG=== | ||
Abbreviation for the | Abbreviation for the Hand of God game mode. | ||
===[[Head of Personnel|HoP]]=== | ===[[Head of Personnel|HoP]]=== | ||
[[Head of Personnel]]. Should assign jobs and shit, but usually ends up giving himself Captain-level access, ignoring his job, and acting like a supercop in an | [[Head of Personnel]]. Should assign jobs and shit, but usually ends up giving himself Captain-level access, ignoring his job, and acting like a supercop in an owl costume. | ||
===[[Head of Security|HoS]]=== | ===[[Head of Security|HoS]]=== | ||
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===Hulk=== | ===Hulk=== | ||
Used to refer to the [[genetics|superpower]] or a person in possession of it. People with the Hulk gene turn green and become super strong, being able to punch through walls, windows, and other fixtures. Hurts like hell if one hits you. Hulks are an exception to some killing rules (see the [ | Used to refer to the [[genetics|superpower]] or a person in possession of it. People with the Hulk gene turn green and become super strong, being able to punch through walls, windows, and other fixtures. Hurts like hell if one hits you. Hulks are an exception to some killing rules (see the [https://forums.yogstation.net/help/rules/ Rules] for details) | ||
===Husk=== | ===Husk=== | ||
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===Internals Box=== | ===Internals Box=== | ||
That box which comes in a spawned player's backpack containing a transparent breath mask, one emergency-sized tank of pure oxygen, an epinehrine medipen | That box which comes in a spawned player's backpack containing a transparent breath mask, one emergency-sized tank of pure oxygen, and an epinehrine medipen. | ||
A great place to keep things you don't access a lot but want to keep on you. | A great place to keep things you don't access a lot but want to keep on you. | ||
===Job Ban=== | ===Job Ban=== | ||
Similar to a [[Terminology#Ban|Ban]], except in this case you'll be prevented from playing a specific role, such as a [[gang|team-based antagonist]] or a [[Head of Security|head of staff]]. You may even get banned from playing an entire [[Science|department]] if you demonstrate an inability to follow the [ | Similar to a [[Terminology#Ban|Ban]], except in this case you'll be prevented from playing a specific role, such as a [[gang|team-based antagonist]] or a [[Head of Security|head of staff]]. You may even get banned from playing an entire [[Science|department]] if you demonstrate an inability to follow the [https://forums.yogstation.net/help/rules/ Rules]. | ||
===[[Random_events#Space_Vines|Kudzu]]=== | ===[[Random_events#Space_Vines|Kudzu]]=== | ||
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===[[Malf]]=== | ===[[Malf]]=== | ||
Short for malfunction. Can refer to either the [ | Short for malfunction. Can refer to either the [[Guide to malfunction|AI Malfunction game mode]], or to describe the AI in said mode. | ||
===[[Mass Driver]]=== | ===[[Mass Driver]]=== | ||
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Any objects on them when they are activated will be thrown forward at high speed, either into the bomb testing area (Toxins) or space (Chapel or Disposals). | Any objects on them when they are activated will be thrown forward at high speed, either into the bomb testing area (Toxins) or space (Chapel or Disposals). | ||
===Mentorhelp=== | |||
A command which allows you to message any online mentors. The command can be found under the "Mentor" tab. | |||
The sole purpose of mentors to answer any question about the game you throw at them. This can be about an [[Antag]] or setting up the engine. | |||
Mentors however are not able to answer question about the rules. Any questions that they do recieve about the rules are re-directed to admins. | |||
It is also recommended you use mentorhelp instead of OOC for questions as you may leak IC information. | |||
===Mini-mod=== | ===Mini-mod=== | ||
Those players without admin or mod powers or responsibilities who chastise other players and list server rule infractions incessantly. They should be ignored. | Those players without admin or mod powers or responsibilities who chastise other players and list server rule infractions incessantly. They should be ignored. | ||
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Put a brain into an empty MMI, insert the whole thing into an empty [[cyborg]] and you can bring it back to life! | Put a brain into an empty MMI, insert the whole thing into an empty [[cyborg]] and you can bring it back to life! | ||
===Nar-Sie/Nar-Nar=== | ===[[Narsie|Nar-Sie/Nar-Nar]]=== | ||
The eldritch | The eldritch God of blood whom [[blood cult|blood cultists]] serve and often wish to summon. | ||
===Notes=== | ===Notes=== | ||
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===[[PDA]]=== | ===[[PDA]]=== | ||
Short for Personal | Short for Personal Data Assistant, a [[PDA|handheld device]] that acts as a pager, flashlight, messenger and other useful functions, depending on what cartridge is inserted. | ||
===[[Perma|Perma/Permabrig]]=== | ===[[Perma|Perma/Permabrig]]=== | ||
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===[[Radio]]=== | ===[[Radio]]=== | ||
Normally refers to the headset on your head which can be used with the command '<code>say ";help that | Normally refers to the headset on your head which can be used with the command '<code>say ";help that shitler traitor is griefing me"</code>', for example. Can also refer to station bounced radios and intercoms. Shows up as green text with a symbol and frequency appended to it. Additional department-specific radios also exsist. To use the equipped department radio's default department frequency use '<code>say ".h Hello Department!"</code>'. (See [[Radio]] for details or how to use the radio when it has multiple department frequencies available) | ||
===[[Rat'var]]=== | |||
The clockwork Justiciar - God of time and deity of the [[Clockwork Cult|clockwork cultists]] | |||
===[[RCD]]=== | ===[[RCD]]=== | ||
Rapid Construction Device. A piece of equipment that can quickly make and break floors, regular walls, and airlocks. | |||
===[[Research Director|RD]]=== | ===[[Research Director|RD]]=== | ||
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Comes in two flavors, [[Computers|Security and Medical]], both accessible from terminals with red or white screens, respectively. | Comes in two flavors, [[Computers|Security and Medical]], both accessible from terminals with red or white screens, respectively. | ||
Medical Records are mostly useless and thus mostly unused, but Security Records contain useful fingerprint information and can be used to have | Medical Records are mostly useless and thus mostly unused, but Security Records contain useful fingerprint information and can be used to have OFficer Beepsky arrest people on sight. | ||
===Redshirt=== | ===Redshirt=== | ||
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The definition of what exactly makes a crewmember robust varies from person to person, but it's almost universally agreed to mean being skilled despite the inherently clunky interface. | The definition of what exactly makes a crewmember robust varies from person to person, but it's almost universally agreed to mean being skilled despite the inherently clunky interface. | ||
===[[RP]]=== | ===[[Guide to Roleplay | RP]]=== | ||
(MY IMMERSION) "Role Play". Basically acting within the mental/emotional confines of your in-game character and not yourself. This is encouraged on our servers. | (MY IMMERSION) "Role Play". Basically acting within the mental/emotional confines of your in-game character and not yourself. This is encouraged on our servers. | ||
=== | ===Shitcurity=== | ||
A | A derogatory term for [[Security Officer]]s or other Security personnel who are abusive, incompetent, or generally useless. Can usually be heard shouted by the guy who just got arrested. | ||
===Shitsec=== | |||
Shorthand for the above. | |||
===[[Shuttle]]=== | ===[[Shuttle]]=== | ||
Most of the time refers to the Emergency [[Escape Shuttle]] which shows up at the end of the round in the | Most of the time refers to the Emergency [[Escape Shuttle]] which shows up at the end of the round in the northeast of the station. Can also refer to the Arrival Shuttle (where you start if you join late), the [[syndicate]] or [[wizard]] shuttle (which you'll rarely see, if ever), the Supply Shuttle (which brings items to the [[Quartermaster|Cargo Bay]]), or the mining and prison shuttles (which move people between the mining and prison stations, respectively). | ||
===Silicon=== | ===Silicon=== | ||
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===[[Signal]]=== | ===[[Signal]]=== | ||
A beep sent from a Remote Signalling Device. "Default Signal" is used to refer to the default setting of the devices, which is Frequency 147.9, Code 30. | A beep sent from a Remote Signalling Device. "Default Signal" is used to refer to the default setting of the devices, which is Frequency 147.9, Code 30. | ||
===[[Singulo|Singulo/Singuloth/Sing]]=== | ===[[Singulo|Singulo/Singuloth/Sing]]=== | ||
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===Testmerge=== | ===Testmerge=== | ||
Trying out new features or significant changes usually means temporarily merging that feature into the server in order to gather bug reports and feedback | Trying out new features or significant changes usually means temporarily merging that feature into the server in order to gather bug reports and feedback. | ||
===[[Tcomms|Tcomms/Telecomms]]=== | ===[[Tcomms|Tcomms/Telecomms]]=== | ||
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Used to refer to the [[Game Mode|mode]] or an actual [[Traitor]] (assigned by the game mode or by admins). | Used to refer to the [[Game Mode|mode]] or an actual [[Traitor]] (assigned by the game mode or by admins). | ||
===TraitorChan=== | ===TraitorChan/Traitorling=== | ||
Used to refer to the [[Game_Mode#Traitor.2BChangeling|game mode]], a combination of [[Traitor]] and [[Changeling]]. | Used to refer to the [[Game_Mode#Traitor.2BChangeling|game mode]], a combination of [[Traitor]] and [[Changeling]]. | ||
===Valid/Validhunting=== | ===Valid/Validhunting=== | ||
Adjective: Someone whom it is allowed under the [ | Adjective: Someone whom it is allowed under the [https://forums.yogstation.net/help/rules/ Rules] to kill, usually on grounds of being a loud traitor. Verb: The act of killing or deliberately seeking out said kill. An inherently controversial subject. | ||
===Voice in Your Head=== | ===Voice in Your Head=== | ||
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===WGW=== | ===WGW=== | ||
The legendary tale of | The legendary tale of Woody's Got Wood. This vile tome is highly forbidden, and someone will eventually print it to spam over the radio any chance they get. Doing so will usually result in a station-wide manhunt, or the admin spawning a Space Carp named "Video Games" outside your hidey hole. | ||
===[[Wormhole]]=== | ===[[Wormhole]]=== | ||
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===[[Xeno]]=== | ===[[Xeno]]=== | ||
Can refer to [[Aliens]], or [[Xenobiology]]. | Can refer to [[Xenos|Aliens]], or [[Xenobiology]]. | ||
===[[Wizard]]=== | ===[[Wizard]]=== | ||