AbyssalDetention Server Rules

Welcome to AbyssalDetention! These rules ensure a fair, fun, and respectful environment for all players. Reading and following these rules is mandatory - violations can result in punishments ranging from warnings to permanent bans. Ignorance of the rules is not an excuse for breaking them.

Core Principles

Fundamental Values

Respect and Inclusivity:

• Treat all players with dignity regardless of background, skill level, or playtime
• Welcome newcomers and help them integrate into the community
• Celebrate diversity in playstyles, builds, and approaches to the game
• Create an environment where everyone feels safe and valued

Fair Play and Integrity:

• Play honestly without cheating, exploiting, or gaining unfair advantages
• Respect the competitive spirit while maintaining good sportsmanship
• Honor agreements and commitments made to other players
• Report issues constructively rather than taking advantage of them

Community First:

• Put the health and wellbeing of the server community above personal gain
• Contribute positively to the server culture and atmosphere
• Support fellow players and help solve community challenges
• Think about how your actions affect others before acting

Chat and Communication Rules

Acceptable Communication

General Chat Guidelines:

• Keep language appropriate for all ages - this is a family-friendly server
• Use English in public chat channels (private messages can use any language)
• Stay on-topic and avoid excessive off-topic discussions
• Be constructive in criticism and helpful in suggestions

Prohibited Communication:

• Profanity and Vulgar Language: Excessive swearing, inappropriate language
• Harassment and Bullying: Targeting players with negative behavior
• Hate Speech: Any form of discrimination or prejudice
• Sexual Content: Inappropriate sexual references or discussions
• Real-World Controversies: Politics, religion, and divisive topics

Spam and Flooding

Message Restrictions:

• No Spam: Avoid repetitive messages or meaningless text
• No Caps Abuse: Don't type in ALL CAPITALS excessively
• No Flooding: Don't send multiple rapid messages
• No Advertisement: Don't promote other servers or external services

Advertising Policy:

• Absolutely Prohibited: Advertising other Minecraft servers
• External Services: No promotion of Discord servers, websites, or social media
• Player Shops: Reasonable promotion of your in-game businesses is allowed
• YouTube/Streaming: Content creation about our server is encouraged

Gameplay Rules

Fair Play Requirements

Prohibited Modifications:

• Hacked Clients: Any client modifications that provide unfair advantages
• X-Ray: Texture packs or mods that reveal hidden ores or structures
• Fly Hacks: Unauthorized flight or movement speed modifications
• Auto-Clickers: Automated clicking or action macros
• Duplication Exploits: Any method to duplicate items or money

Allowed Modifications:

• Optifine: Performance and visual enhancement mod
• Minimap Mods: Navigation aids without player/mob radar
• Inventory Tweaks: Organization and sorting assistance
• Shaders: Visual enhancement mods that don't affect gameplay
• JEI/NEI: Recipe and item information mods

Griefing and Theft

Griefing Definition:

• Intentionally destroying or modifying other players' builds without permission
• Placing inappropriate blocks or structures on others' property
• Sabotaging community projects or public areas
• Any action intended to harm another player's experience

Theft Policy:

• Taking items from unlocked containers in other players' areas
• Harvesting crops that don't belong to you
• Stealing from shops through exploits or unpaid removal
• Claiming ownership of abandoned builds without proper procedures

Protection Systems:

• Use land claims to protect your builds and items
• Lock important containers and valuable areas
• Report suspected grief immediately with evidence
• Don't assume areas are abandoned without confirmation

Building and Construction

Building Standards:

• Theme Appropriate: Builds should fit the prison server aesthetic
• No Inappropriate Structures: Offensive, sexual, or controversial builds prohibited
• Size Limits: Respect claim boundaries and server performance
• Cleanup Requirements: Remove temporary or abandoned structures when requested

Public Area Respect:

• Don't modify spawn or public areas without permission
• Respect community projects and collaborative builds
• Follow designated pathways and infrastructure
• Report damage to public areas immediately

Economic Rules

Trading and Commerce

Fair Trading Practices:

• Honor Agreements: Complete trades as promised
• Accurate Descriptions: Describe items and services truthfully
• Fair Pricing: While competition is allowed, predatory pricing is not
• Payment Fulfillment: Pay for goods and services as agreed

Prohibited Economic Activities:

• Scamming: Intentionally deceiving others in trades or transactions
• Market Manipulation: Artificially inflating or deflating prices through deception
• Payment Avoidance: Accepting goods or services without paying as agreed
• Shop Exploitation: Using bugs or exploits to avoid paying shop prices

Real Money Trading (RMT)

Strictly Prohibited:

• Selling in-game items for real-world money
• Buying in-game advantages with real money from players
• Account trading or sharing for monetary gain
• Cross-server trading involving real money

Consequences:

• Immediate Permanent Ban for all parties involved
• No Appeals for RMT violations
• Account Forfeiture of all items and progress
• IP Ban to prevent return on alternate accounts

Social Conduct Rules

Respectful Behavior

Required Conduct:

• Treat others with respect regardless of differences
• Help newcomers learn and integrate into the community
• Resolve conflicts peacefully through discussion or staff mediation
• Accept staff decisions gracefully and follow proper appeal procedures

Prohibited Behavior:

• Harassment: Persistent unwanted attention or negative targeting
• Doxxing: Sharing personal information about other players
• Impersonation: Pretending to be staff or other players
• Threats: Any form of real-world threats or intimidation

Conflict Resolution

Dispute Process:

1. Direct Communication: Try to resolve issues directly with the other party
2. Staff Mediation: Contact staff if direct resolution fails
3. Evidence Gathering: Provide screenshots, logs, or other proof
4. Accept Resolution: Follow staff decisions and agreed-upon solutions

Escalation Guidelines:

• Use /helpop for immediate staff assistance
• Create support tickets for complex issues
• Provide complete, honest information about situations
• Allow staff time to investigate before demanding action

Staff Interaction Rules

Working with Staff

Respectful Communication:

• Be Patient: Staff members are volunteers with real-world responsibilities
• Be Honest: Provide truthful information when reporting issues
• Be Specific: Give detailed information about problems or requests
• Be Respectful: Treat staff with courtesy and professionalism

Staff Authority:

• Follow Staff Instructions immediately and completely
• Don't Argue with Staff in public chat - use proper appeal channels
• Respect Staff Decisions even if you disagree with them
• Use Proper Channels for complaints about staff members

Reporting and Appeals

How to Report Issues:

• Use /helpop for immediate assistance
• Create tickets for detailed issues requiring investigation
• Provide evidence such as screenshots or chat logs
• Report promptly - don't wait days or weeks

Appeal Process:

• Wait 24 hours before submitting appeals for punishments
• Use official channels - appeals in chat will be ignored
• Provide new evidence or explain misunderstandings
• Accept final decisions from senior staff

Technical Rules

Account Security

Account Responsibility:

• You are responsible for all actions on your account
• Don't share accounts with friends, family, or anyone else
• Secure your password and use two-factor authentication if available
• Report compromised accounts immediately

Multiple Accounts:

• One account per person - alternate accounts are prohibited
• Family members may play on the same IP with staff approval
• Shared computers require individual accounts for each player
• Account sales/transfers are prohibited

Technical Exploits

Bug Reporting:

• Report bugs immediately instead of exploiting them
• Don't share exploits with other players
• Cooperate with testing when staff investigate issues
• Accept rollbacks if exploits caused unfair gains

Server Performance:

• Don't create lag machines or intentionally strain the server
• Report performance issues that affect gameplay
• Follow redstone limits and building guidelines
• Respect server resources and other players' experience

Punishment System

Warning System

First Offense: Verbal warning and education about proper behavior Second Offense: Formal written warning with documentation Third Offense: Temporary punishment (mute, kick, or short ban) Continued Violations: Escalating punishments up to permanent ban

Types of Punishments

Mutes: Temporary or permanent removal of chat privileges Kicks: Immediate removal from server with ability to rejoin Temporary Bans: Time-limited access restrictions Permanent Bans: Complete removal from server and community IP Bans: Hardware/network level blocks for severe violations

Severity Guidelines

Minor Violations: Language warnings, chat spam, minor grief Moderate Violations: Harassment, significant grief, rule defiance Major Violations: Hacking, major theft, serious harassment Severe Violations: Doxxing, threats, repeated major violations Critical Violations: RMT, staff impersonation, server attacks

Special Situations

Event Rules

During Events:

• Follow event-specific rules announced by staff
• Maintain good sportsmanship in competitions
• Respect other participants and event organizers
• Don't exploit event mechanics for unfair advantages

Event Violations:

• May result in immediate disqualification
• Can affect eligibility for future events
• May include additional punishments beyond event consequences

Emergency Situations

Server Emergencies:

• Follow staff instructions immediately during server issues
• Don't exploit emergency situations for personal gain
• Report problems that threaten server stability
• Be patient during emergency resolution

Player Emergencies:

• Mental health crises: Direct players to appropriate resources
• Real-world threats: Report to staff immediately
• Doxxing incidents: Screenshot evidence and report urgently

Rule Enforcement

Staff Monitoring

Active Monitoring:

• Staff regularly monitor chat, builds, and player behavior
• Automated systems flag potential rule violations
• Community reports are investigated promptly
• Regular audits ensure consistent rule enforcement

Investigation Process:

• Staff gather evidence from multiple sources
• Players involved are given opportunity to explain
• Decisions are made based on available evidence
• Documentation is maintained for all actions

Community Responsibility

Everyone's Role:

• Model good behavior for other players
• Report violations when you witness them
• Support positive community culture through your actions
• Help newcomers understand and follow rules

Bystander Expectations:

• Don't participate in rule violations even passively
• Report serious violations immediately
• Don't encourage or enable rule-breaking behavior
• Support staff in maintaining community standards

Getting Help

Rule Clarification

If You're Unsure:

• Ask staff for clarification on specific situations
• Use /helpop for quick rule questions
• Check Discord for rule discussions and updates
• Review this wiki for comprehensive information

Common Questions:

• "Is this modification allowed?" - Ask staff before using
• "Can I do this specific action?" - Better to ask than risk punishment
• "How do I report this issue?" - Staff will guide you through the process

Rule Updates

Staying Current:

• Discord announcements for major rule changes
• In-game notifications for important updates
• Wiki updates with detailed change information
• Community meetings for discussing proposed changes

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By playing on AbyssalDetention, you agree to follow all server rules and accept the consequences of any violations. When in doubt, ask staff for clarification rather than risk punishment.

These rules exist to protect the community and ensure everyone can enjoy their time in AbyssalDetention. Thank you for helping us maintain a positive environment!