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I think the code of conduct is inadequate so I am having a go at rewriting it. There is some new content here as well as a bit of organization. I plan to remove the whole "Elaborations" section as it looks redundant and probably is redundant. This version is longer than my ideal end result. I have included most of what I think could possibly be included.
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I think the code of conduct is inadequate so I am having a go at rewriting it. There is some new content here as well as a bit of organization. I plan to remove the whole "Elaborations" section as it looks redundant and probably is redundant. This version is longer than my ideal end result. I have included most of what I think could possibly be included.
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=== 0. Don't make the game better off without your presence ===
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=== 0. Don't make the game better off without your presence ===
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This is the fundamental rule that underpins the rest of the code of conduct. Individuals who willfully act to degrade or worsen the experience of others can and will be removed, even if they do not violate the letter of any other part of the code.
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This is the fundamental rule that underpins the rest of the code of conduct. Individuals who willfully act to degrade or worsen the experience of others can and will be removed, even if they do not violate the letter of any other part of the code.
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=== 1. Respect other players ===
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=== 1. Respect other players ===
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Zero-K is a multi-player community and as such we should attempt to create a positive, welcoming and friendly gaming environment at all times. When questioning others actions or opinions, do so respectfully and thoughtfully. Do not blame others for a loss or insult other players.
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Zero-K is a multi-player community and as such we should attempt to create a positive, welcoming and friendly gaming environment at all times. When questioning others actions or opinions, do so respectfully and thoughtfully. Do not blame others for a loss or insult other players.
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Do not take out your anger on other players. Do not swear at them, blame them for defeat or smack talk them. Some moderate use of language in frustration is tolerated but not encouraged, but do not direct it at other players. We do not tolerate language that is abusive, bigoted, obscene, racist or sexist.
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Do not take out your anger on other players. Do not swear at them, blame them for defeat or smack talk them. Some moderate use of language in frustration is tolerated but not encouraged, but do not direct it at other players. We do not tolerate language that is abusive, bigoted, obscene, racist or sexist.
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This
especially
applies
to
when
spectating
games
as
you
must
respect
the
right
of
players
to
play
their
game
in
peace.
Do
not
disrupt
their
game
with
heckling
or
excessive
comments.
Chatting
to
players
can
be
helpful,
especially
when
teaching
or
sorting
out
problems,
but
shut
up
if
the
game
is
better
of
if
you
shut
up.
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This
especially
applies
to
when
spectating
games
as
you
must
respect
the
right
of
players
to
play
their
game
in
peace.
Do
not
disrupt
their
game
with
heckling
or
excessive
comments.
Chatting
to
players
can
be
helpful,
especially
when
teaching
or
sorting
out
problems,
but
be
quiet
if
players
want
you
to
stop
interrupting.
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=== 2. Help newbies ===
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=== 2. Help newbies ===
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Offer new players friendly advice and help them with any issues they may have. It is encouraged for you to take on a mentor mindset and teach them how to play. Be forgiving to players who have trouble pulling their weight and try to give them advice on how they can best help the team and improve their game.
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Offer new players friendly advice and help them with any issues they may have. It is encouraged for you to take on a mentor mindset and teach them how to play. Be forgiving to players who have trouble pulling their weight and try to give them advice on how they can best help the team and improve their game.
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=== 3. Cooperate with your team ===
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=== 3. Cooperate with your team ===
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Try to act and coordinate for the mutual success of the whole team. In a team game, cooperating, coordinating and planning strategies as a group will lead to greater success and a better team atmosphere. Realize that a player with higher Elo probably knows what they are talking about. Do not willfully make things worse for your allies.
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Try to act and coordinate for the mutual success of the whole team. In a team game, cooperating, coordinating and planning strategies as a group will lead to greater success and a better team atmosphere. Realize that a player with higher Elo probably knows what they are talking about. Do not willfully make things worse for your allies.
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Highly risky strategies or experimentation can disrupt the enjoyment of the game for the rest of your team. No strategy is banned, experimentation is part of Zero-K, but it is best to discuss risky experiments with your team prior to implementation. Do not take agency away from your teammates by gambling the game on a risky move without their consent. Moderately risky strategies may not require agreement, however, if your teammates object then perhaps it is to be avoided. Keep in mind that 1v1, free-for-all and organized clan play can be an outlet for your riskiest experiments.
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Highly risky strategies or experimentation can disrupt the enjoyment of the game for the rest of your team. No strategy is banned, experimentation is part of Zero-K, but it is best to discuss risky experiments with your team prior to implementation. Do not take agency away from your teammates by gambling the game on a risky move without their consent. Moderately risky strategies may not require agreement, however, if your teammates object then perhaps it is to be avoided. Keep in mind that 1v1, free-for-all and organized clan play can be an outlet for your riskiest experiments.
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Play as if you mean to stick with your team until the end of the game. Do not embark on a risky gambit and resign if it fails as this is likely to make the game less fun for your teammates. If you do not want to play a full game then do not join a team that intends to play a full game. Resigning due to an early setback will frustrate your team as there is often still time to turn the game around. If, however, you feel you have played and lost a full game feel free to resign or start a team resign vote, do not spam votes. When resigning do not sabotage your team or destroy your own units.
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Play as if you mean to stick with your team until the end of the game. Do not embark on a risky gambit and resign if it fails as this is likely to make the game less fun for your teammates. If you do not want to play a full game then do not join a team that intends to play a full game. Resigning due to an early setback will frustrate your team as there is often still time to turn the game around. If, however, you feel you have played and lost a full game feel free to resign or start a team resign vote, do not spam votes. When resigning do not sabotage your team or destroy your own units.
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Deliberately attacking or blocking allied units with the intent to cause your team to lose is the most serious violation. Never attempt to intentionally grief the game for your teammates. If you do not wish to play a certain game or with certain players, leave the game. Do not self-destruct your units with the intent of denying them to your allies. This sometimes requires a judgement call by moderators, new players will be given the benefit of the doubt, smurfs and verbally abusive players will not.
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Deliberately attacking or blocking allied units with the intent to cause your team to lose is the most serious violation. Never attempt to intentionally grief the game for your teammates. If you do not wish to play a certain game or with certain players, leave the game. Do not self-destruct your units with the intent of denying them to your allies. This sometimes requires a judgement call by moderators, new players will be given the benefit of the doubt, smurfs and verbally abusive players will not.
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=== 4. Maintain fairness ===
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=== 4. Maintain fairness ===
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Do not cheat. Cheating includes using any method that would give you information that is usually obscured by the fog of war. Helper widgets that control your units, sound warnings, place marks etc. are fine. If you make a particularly useful widget it is nice to release it to the community. Zero-K is built on open source and this is one of the ways we receive improvements.
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Do not cheat. Cheating includes using any method that would give you information that is usually obscured by the fog of war. Helper widgets that control your units, sound warnings, place marks etc. are fine. If you make a particularly useful widget it is nice to release it to the community. Zero-K is built on open source and this is one of the ways we receive improvements.
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Avoid giving out information while spectating unless you are sure that all participants in the game would not mind. Even innocuous seeming information can sway a game so it is best to be cautious. This applies to players who resign, leave your former team to play out the remainder of the game without your input. Feel free to discuss the game in spectator chat (Alt + Enter).
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Avoid giving out information while spectating unless you are sure that all participants in the game would not mind. Even innocuous seeming information can sway a game so it is best to be cautious. This applies to players who resign, leave your former team to play out the remainder of the game without your input. Feel free to discuss the game in spectator chat (Alt + Enter).
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=== 5. Abide by moderator actions ===
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=== 5. Abide by moderator actions ===
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Moderator arbitration is intended to resolve disputes, not prolong them; as such, we expect you to respect and abide by their decisions. If you feel a moderator has acted unjustly, you may bring it up respectfully through the appropriate channels; however, mute/ban dodging of any kind is punishable by immediate banning of any alternate accounts used and an extension or increase in the original punishment.
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Moderator arbitration is intended to resolve disputes, not prolong them; as such, we expect you to respect and abide by their decisions. If you feel a moderator has acted unjustly, you may bring it up respectfully through the appropriate channels; however, mute/ban dodging of any kind is punishable by immediate banning of any alternate accounts used and an extension or increase in the original punishment.
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Making forum threads complaining about how unjust one's penalty was and insulting the moderation/administration team is one of the most common reactions by trolls to moderator action. Players with this tendency also tend to have justified penalties. Don't do this.
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Making forum threads complaining about how unjust one's penalty was and insulting the moderation/administration team is one of the most common reactions by trolls to moderator action. Players with this tendency also tend to have justified penalties. Don't do this.
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=== 6. Avoid inflammatory forum topics ===
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=== 6. Avoid inflammatory forum topics ===
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Due to their highly inflammatory nature, political and religious discussions are relegated to the semi-hidden "asylum" section of the forum. Please avoid bringing them up elsewhere.
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Due to their highly inflammatory nature, political and religious discussions are relegated to the semi-hidden "asylum" section of the forum. Please avoid bringing them up elsewhere.
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Updated Code of Conduct