Rules

§1) One Account per player

Players may play in each world with only one account. The giving out of an accounts password is forbidden at anytime. A game account may only be controlled by a single player. Examples

   * Players may use a single computer for more than one account however these players sharing a connection must note Rule 2.
   * It is forbidden to control another account even if its player is absent for any reason.
   * It is forbidden to attempt an unauthorized log in to other accounts.

§2) Several players on a single internet connection

If two or more players use a single internet connection or computer, joint interactions with a third players are permitted only if 48 hours have passed after the previous action. The rule applies to everyone that play on a single computer or network, such as the same household, work place or a school. It is not important if this is a common or a rare activity. Examples

   * Player A and B share an internet connection in their workplace. They both want to attack player C, a nearby low level Polis. They must wait 48 between their attacks. Player A could attack five times in two hours but when Player B wants to attck he must wait until 48 hours have passed since Player A's last attack.
   * Players E and F share a network at home. Both want to send resources to Player G, an ally. Forty eight hours after the resources of the Player E have arrived Player F may send his.

§3) Communication

Insults against other players are not allowed. Politically extreme, pornographic or otherwise unlawful or inappropriate material is prohibited in the game, as well as links to such material. We also do not allow advertisements/links to other web based games, referral systems or money making schemes. This concerns every area of the game where players can post their own text or graphics. Examples

   * It is allowed to call a player a beginner (noob).
   * It is forbidden to insult another player.
   * Blackmailing other players for nuggets is strictly prohibited.
   * It is forbidden to name your town disrespectfully.
   * Player names such as “Adolf Hitler” or “rapist” will lead to immediate exclusion from the game.
   * It is allowed to link to suitable Youtube videos
   * It is allowed to link to web games operated by InnoGames GmbH, but no others

§4) Account Sales

It is forbidden for accounts to be involved in any commercial activity. An account cannot be offered for sale. Examples

   * A player cannot purchase, sell or offer an game account on ebay or another sales medium.
   * Offering nuggets to other players in exchange of in-game activities such as attacking other players is strictly prohibited.

§5) Bugs

Each player is required to report critical errors immediately to the game support. Taking advantage of a bug will result in being excluded from the game or an appropriate punishment. Examples

   * If you notice that a Polis produces more resources than it should you must report it.
   * If you notice a spelling error, wrong translation or typo, you do not need to report it.

§6) Bots

The game may only be played with a conventional browser. Bots or other programs that automatically log on or trigger game actions are prohibited. Examples

   * It is prohibited to use a program that automatically queues work for an account.

§7) Language

Grepolis is an english game for an international market. As the majority of our players are english speakers we request that profiles must be written in english or have an english translation of any texts. However, private communications are allowed to be in any language.

Examples

   * You must be able to answer queries from the administration team in proficient English.
   * An alliance's in-game forum can be in any language.
   * Communications between players can be in any language.
   * An allaince may not prevent a player from joining because of his or her nationality.

§8) Account Deletion

A player can be deleted for a variety of reasons. If an account is inactive for over 14 days it may be automatically deleted. The support team will not delete account on behalf of any players. Examples

   * There is no refund on used gold if an account was blocked in a world for any reason.
   * Unsuitable behavior towards the administration or support team, as well as the abuse of the support system, can lead to an account being banned.
   * The rules can be changed or adapted at any time. A change in the rules will be announced in the forum and on the home page of Grepolis.