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You can find the [http://www.grepolis.net/start/rules/ Games Rules] on the Grepolis website. If these rules are broken, sanctions may occur.
You can find the [http://www.grepolis.net/start/rules/ Games Rules] on the Grepolis website. If these rules are broken, sanctions may occur.


===One Account Per Player===
===§1) One Account Per Player===
Players may play in each world with only one account. The giving out of an account's password is forbidden at anytime. A game account may only be controlled by a single player.


Examples:
Each player may have one account per world. Each account may have only one owner and may not be logged into or played by any other person.
* 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.


===Several Players On A Single Internet Connection===
===§2) Gifting An Account To Another Player===
If two or more players use a single internet connection or computer, joint interactions with a third player are permitted only if 48 hours have passed since the previous action. The rule applies to everyone that plays on a single computer or network, such as the same household, work place or a school. It is irrelevant whether this is a common or a rare
activity.


Examples:
A player may give his account to another player. Both parties must submit tickets to Support stating their intentions. Player A will give his account password to Player B. Player B (the new owner) will set his account to delete and then log in to his new account and immediately change the email address and password of the account. Player B must not thereafter log into his old account. Failure to follow this procedure will result in a ban. It is not permitted for a player to advertise that he is giving his account away.
* 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 attack 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.


===Communication===
===§3) Declaring a Shared Connection===
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:
Players sharing an internet connection and operating accounts on the same world must declare the shared connection. This is done on the Settings page of the game. Players sharing an internet connection are not permitted to support each other or to send or trade resources or to cast Divine Powers on each other. Players sharing an internet connection are not permitted to engage in a joint interaction with an unconnected player within a 48 hour period. This includes attacking, supporting or sending or trading resources, or casting Divine Powers. Each player at an internet connection has to enter all of the accounts known to him.
* It is allowed to call a player a beginner (noob).  
* It is forbidden to insult another player.
* Blackmailing other players for gold coins 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.


===Language===
===§4) Communication===
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:
Insults against other players are not allowed. Using profanity in a profile or a private message is not allowed. User names, city names and alliance names that are profane or otherwise considered inappropriate are not allowed. Politically extreme, pornographic or otherwise unlawful or inappropriate material is prohibited in the game, as well as links to such material. Advertisements or links to other web based games, referral systems or money making schemes is forbidden. This concerns every area of the game where players can post their own text or graphics. The use of profanity or threats of violence when communicating with Support staff will not be tolerated. Players who do so may be faced with a Support ban and/or expulsion from the game.
* 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 alliance may not prevent a player from joining because of his or her nationality.


===Account Sales===
===§5) Language===
It is forbidden for accounts to be involved in any commercial activity. An account cannot be offered for sale.


Examples:
This Grepolis server is the International server. Player or alliance profiles must be written in English or have an English translation of any texts. Private communications, including alliance forums, are allowed to be in any language. It is forbidden to refuse to allow a player entry to an alliance based on his/her nationality.
* A player cannot purchase, sell or offer an game account on ebay or another sales medium.  
* Offering gold coins to other players in exchange for in-game activities such as attacking other players is strictly prohibited.


===Bugs===
===§6) Account Sales===
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:
It is forbidden for accounts to be involved in any commercial activity. An account cannot be offered for sale. Offering gold coins to other players in exchange for in-game activities such as attacking other players is prohibited.
* 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.  


===Bots===
===§7) Bots, Scripts Or Macros===
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:
The use of illegal scripts is strictly forbidden. An approved list of scripts may be found in Grepolis Forum: List of Approved Scripts.
* It is prohibited to use a program that automatically queues work for an account.


===Proper Conduct===
===§8) General Ban===


Players should conduct themselves in a good manner when communicating with staff and administrators. Failure to do this can result in a support ban and/or exclusion from the game.
The administrators of Grepolis.en are the final arbiters of any rules dispute. Their interpretation of these rules is final. We reserve the right to exclude anyone from the game. All players have the right to appeal via the Support System.


Examples:
===§9) Other===
* Threats of violence against staff.
* Repetitive sending more than one ticket for a single problem.


===Account Deletion===
The purchase of gold coins provides ingame benefits and does not entitle the player to violate any of the Grepolis Rules. There will be no refund of premium if an account is banned for any reason. These 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.
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.




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===Posting===
===Posting===
====Language====
====Language====
English only. Please limit other languages to well known quotes or provide a correct translation.
English only. Please limit other languages to well known quotes or provide a correct translation.
Anything deemed politically extreme, pornographic, illegal, or unsavory in any way is prohibited.
Anything deemed politically extreme, pornographic, illegal, or unsavory in any way is prohibited.
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====General====
====General====
* Please treat each other with respect and remain polite. You are able to use tactics to prove your in-game opponents in the world forums (See P&P)
Treat each other with respect and remain polite. You are able to use tactics to prove your in-game opponents in the world forums (See P&P)
* Personal insults are not allowed anywhere in this forum, including reputation and private messages.
Personal insults are not allowed anywhere in this forum, including reputation and private messages.
* Users are not allowed to impersonate moderators.
Users are not allowed to impersonate moderators.
* Spam and off topic comments will be deleted. This includes comments such as “In before Lock” and one word posts. If you wish to let the poster know you approve or disapprove of their post, please use the reputation system.
Spam and off topic comments will be deleted. This includes comments such as “In before Lock” and one word posts. If you wish to let the poster know you approve or disapprove of their post, please use the reputation system.
* Please do not attempt to provoke moderators.
Do not attempt to provoke the moderators.
* Players who deliberately act against the building of a community will be denied access to these forums.
Players who deliberately act against the building of the community will be denied access to these forums.
* Do not use copyrighted materials of any kind in your posts.
Do not use copyrighted materials of any kind in your posts.
* It is not allowed to rebuke another user concerning his grammar/spelling. If the grammar/spelling of a user is that bad, please report the post.
It is not allowed to rebuke another user concerning his grammar/spelling. If the grammar/spelling of a user is that bad, report the post.
* Please do not include lots of unnecessary quotations.
Do not include lots of unnecessary quotations.


====Images====
====Images====
* Maximum size images you are allowed to post are 520 pixels wide, 640 pixels high.
Maximum size images you are allowed to post are 640 by 640 pixels in dimension.
* No animated images are allowed.
No animated images are allowed.


====Topics====
====Topics====
* Please ensure you are creating topics in the right forum.
Please ensure you are creating topics in the right forum.
* Avoid repetition of topics. If you post a repeat topic, please alert a moderator!
Avoid repetition of topics. If you post a repeat topic, please alert a moderator!
* Please choose appropriate topic titles. A bad example would be “Help!” or “Question”.
Please choose appropriate topic titles. A bad example would be “Help!” or “Question”.
 
====P&P (Politics and Propaganda)====


===P&P (Politics and Propaganda)===
The idea of P&P is to post about ongoing conflicts in the attempt to spread information, ideas and even rumors in order to help yourself or harm your opponents. P&P can be a valuable tool on the forums and bring a new element to the game.
The idea of P&P is to post about ongoing conflicts in the attempt to spread information, ideas and even rumors in order to help yourself or harm your opponents. P&P can be a valuable tool on the forums and bring a new element to the game.
For a thread to qualify as P&P, please ensure when creating the topic the P&P prefix is used.
For a thread to qualify as P&P, please ensure when creating the topic the P&P prefix is used.
All P&P should be done in character. No personal attacks or flaming are allowed. For example ''“Player Joe is a coward because he hides his troops from our attacks.”'' or ''“Metropolis is full of noobs who can't shoot their slings straight.”''
All P&P should be done in character. No personal attacks or flaming are allowed. For example “Player Joe is a coward because he hides his troops from our attacks.” or “Metropolis is full of noobs who can't shoot their slings straight”
Another unacceptable example: “Player Joe has a court ordered psychiatrist and really needs to get a life.
Unacceptable examples: “Player Joe has a court ordered psychiatrist and really needs to get a life.
 
====Advertising====


===Advertising===
Topics and/or posts that are created solely for the purpose of advertising other websites without connection to Grepolis or InnoGames GmbH are forbidden.
Topics and/or posts that are created solely for the purpose of advertising other websites without connection to Grepolis or InnoGames GmbH are forbidden.
"Referer-ID's" and thief-game-links are particularly unwanted. Discussions relating to other non-browser games are allowed.
"Referrer-ID's" and thief-game-links are particularly unwanted. Discussions relating to other non-browser games are allowed.


====Signatures and Avatars====
===Signatures and Avatars===
* Avatars can be 80 x 80 pixels.
Avatars can be 80 x 80 pixels.
* Signatures can be 120 pixels high, and 700 pixels wide.
Signatures can be 120 pixels high, and 700 pixels wide.
* They both must comply with all other rules.
They both must comply with all other rules.
* They may not be animated
They may not be animated
If you need more detail about any of these sizes, please see this guide.


===Moderation===
===Moderation===
====Information====
====Information====
All moderators are volunteers, recruited by the community manager.
There are currently only two types of moderators: Forum Moderators and In-Game Moderators.
Forum Moderators are assigned certain forums to actively moderate. You are able to PM them about any rules you are uncertain of.
In-Game Moderators do not actively moderate the forum. Please do not PM them regarding in-game issues. You'd need to put a ticket in.
Moderators will never moderate a world they play. This ensures there are no elements of bias involved.


====Guidelines for the forum====
Information about the types of moderators and who to contact for a given purpose can be found on the Board FAQ.
* If you have a query or problem with any of the moderation, do not create a topic about it. please PM The Imposter.
 
* If you wish to create a topic regarding moderation, please contact the relevant moderator first.
 
* Please do not insult or degrade any of the moderators in any way. Treat them as you would a normal player – remember they play Grepolis too!
====Guidelines For The Forum====
* The moderators have the right to edit or delete posts and close topics. Please follow their instructions.
If you have a query or problem with any of the moderation, do not create a topic about it. Please PM [http://forum.grepolis.net/member.php?u=909 Betsy].
* If you notice that your post or topic was deleted, it has been removed for a good reason. Please do not rewrite it. If need be, PM the moderator in question about why it was removed.
If you wish to create a topic regarding moderation, please contact the relevant moderator first.
Do not insult or degrade any of the moderators in any way. Treat them as you would a normal player – remember they play Grepolis too!
The moderators have the right to edit or delete posts and close topics. Please follow their instructions.
If you notice that your post or topic was deleted, it has been removed for a good reason. Do not rewrite it. If need be, PM the moderator in question about why it was removed.


====Punishments====
====Punishments====
* When you breach a rule, you will receive a warning. After this initial warning, infractions will be handed out.
When you breach a rule, you will receive a warning. After this initial warning, infractions will be handed out.
* In some extreme circumstances, the warning will not be given.
In some extreme circumstances, the warning will not be given.
* If you are banned from the forum, you are not allowed to create an account to evade this ban. Doing so will result in a month added to your ban, and the ban evade account permanently banned.
If you are banned from the forum, you are not allowed to create an account to evade this ban. Doing so will result in a month added to your ban, and the ban evade account permanently banned.
* Arguing against the Grepolis team who uphold these rules will be punished and topics that seek to create or worsen existing problems will be deleted.
Arguing against the Grepolis team who uphold these rules will be punished and topics that seek to create or worsen existing problems will be deleted.
* Repeated violations may result in probation or permanent removal from the forums.
Repeated violations may result in probation or permanent removal from the forums.
* Please note that We reserve the right to ban or infract players even if they haven't violated the stated forum rules.
Please note that we reserve the right to ban or infract players even if they haven't violated the stated forum rules.


===Other===
===Other===
====Private messages====
====Private messages====
* Conversations, discussions and arguments between two people should be done in private. Please use the private message system in this forum or other applications (e.g. IRC, skype, …)
* Please do not harass other people through use of private messages. Repeatedly spamming private messages for personal gain or to irritate other users will result in infractions. All forum rules also apply to private messages unless stated otherwise.


====Other====
Conversations, discussions and arguments between two people should be done in private. Please use the private message system in this forum or other applications (e.g. IRC, skype, …)
If you are unsure as to whether something is against the rules or not, please contact a moderator before you go ahead with it! We will advise you as soon as possible on whether it is allowed on the forum or not.
Do not harass other people through use of private messages. Repeatedly spamming private messages for personal gain or to irritate other users will result in infractions. All forum rules also apply to private messages unless stated otherwise.


Do not discuss in-game bans.
Do not discuss in-game bans.
If you are unsure as to whether something is against the rules or not, please contact a moderator before you go ahead with it! We will advise you as soon as possible on whether it is allowed on the forum or not.

Revision as of 21:30, 18 November 2010

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Wiki Rules

A link to the Wiki Rules can be found here.


Game rules

You can find the Games Rules on the Grepolis website. If these rules are broken, sanctions may occur.

§1) One Account Per Player

Each player may have one account per world. Each account may have only one owner and may not be logged into or played by any other person.

§2) Gifting An Account To Another Player

A player may give his account to another player. Both parties must submit tickets to Support stating their intentions. Player A will give his account password to Player B. Player B (the new owner) will set his account to delete and then log in to his new account and immediately change the email address and password of the account. Player B must not thereafter log into his old account. Failure to follow this procedure will result in a ban. It is not permitted for a player to advertise that he is giving his account away.

§3) Declaring a Shared Connection

Players sharing an internet connection and operating accounts on the same world must declare the shared connection. This is done on the Settings page of the game. Players sharing an internet connection are not permitted to support each other or to send or trade resources or to cast Divine Powers on each other. Players sharing an internet connection are not permitted to engage in a joint interaction with an unconnected player within a 48 hour period. This includes attacking, supporting or sending or trading resources, or casting Divine Powers. Each player at an internet connection has to enter all of the accounts known to him.

§4) Communication

Insults against other players are not allowed. Using profanity in a profile or a private message is not allowed. User names, city names and alliance names that are profane or otherwise considered inappropriate are not allowed. Politically extreme, pornographic or otherwise unlawful or inappropriate material is prohibited in the game, as well as links to such material. Advertisements or links to other web based games, referral systems or money making schemes is forbidden. This concerns every area of the game where players can post their own text or graphics. The use of profanity or threats of violence when communicating with Support staff will not be tolerated. Players who do so may be faced with a Support ban and/or expulsion from the game.

§5) Language

This Grepolis server is the International server. Player or alliance profiles must be written in English or have an English translation of any texts. Private communications, including alliance forums, are allowed to be in any language. It is forbidden to refuse to allow a player entry to an alliance based on his/her nationality.

§6) Account Sales

It is forbidden for accounts to be involved in any commercial activity. An account cannot be offered for sale. Offering gold coins to other players in exchange for in-game activities such as attacking other players is prohibited.

§7) Bots, Scripts Or Macros

The use of illegal scripts is strictly forbidden. An approved list of scripts may be found in Grepolis Forum: List of Approved Scripts.

§8) General Ban

The administrators of Grepolis.en are the final arbiters of any rules dispute. Their interpretation of these rules is final. We reserve the right to exclude anyone from the game. All players have the right to appeal via the Support System.

§9) Other

The purchase of gold coins provides ingame benefits and does not entitle the player to violate any of the Grepolis Rules. There will be no refund of premium if an account is banned for any reason. These 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.


Forum Rules

The forum rules can be found here.

Posting

Language

English only. Please limit other languages to well known quotes or provide a correct translation. Anything deemed politically extreme, pornographic, illegal, or unsavory in any way is prohibited. Racist or ethnic bashing comments are forbidden even if used in jest. Comments that play down the use of illegal drugs or promote the use of said substances are strictly forbidden. No use of profanity will be permitted. If it's something a moderator feels is inappropriate, it will be edited.

General

Treat each other with respect and remain polite. You are able to use tactics to prove your in-game opponents in the world forums (See P&P) Personal insults are not allowed anywhere in this forum, including reputation and private messages. Users are not allowed to impersonate moderators. Spam and off topic comments will be deleted. This includes comments such as “In before Lock” and one word posts. If you wish to let the poster know you approve or disapprove of their post, please use the reputation system. Do not attempt to provoke the moderators. Players who deliberately act against the building of the community will be denied access to these forums. Do not use copyrighted materials of any kind in your posts. It is not allowed to rebuke another user concerning his grammar/spelling. If the grammar/spelling of a user is that bad, report the post. Do not include lots of unnecessary quotations.

Images

Maximum size images you are allowed to post are 640 by 640 pixels in dimension. No animated images are allowed.

Topics

Please ensure you are creating topics in the right forum. Avoid repetition of topics. If you post a repeat topic, please alert a moderator! Please choose appropriate topic titles. A bad example would be “Help!” or “Question”.

P&P (Politics and Propaganda)

The idea of P&P is to post about ongoing conflicts in the attempt to spread information, ideas and even rumors in order to help yourself or harm your opponents. P&P can be a valuable tool on the forums and bring a new element to the game. For a thread to qualify as P&P, please ensure when creating the topic the P&P prefix is used. All P&P should be done in character. No personal attacks or flaming are allowed. For example “Player Joe is a coward because he hides his troops from our attacks.” or “Metropolis is full of noobs who can't shoot their slings straight” Unacceptable examples: “Player Joe has a court ordered psychiatrist and really needs to get a life. “

Advertising

Topics and/or posts that are created solely for the purpose of advertising other websites without connection to Grepolis or InnoGames GmbH are forbidden. "Referrer-ID's" and thief-game-links are particularly unwanted. Discussions relating to other non-browser games are allowed.

Signatures and Avatars

Avatars can be 80 x 80 pixels. Signatures can be 120 pixels high, and 700 pixels wide. They both must comply with all other rules. They may not be animated If you need more detail about any of these sizes, please see this guide.

Moderation

Information

Information about the types of moderators and who to contact for a given purpose can be found on the Board FAQ.


Guidelines For The Forum

If you have a query or problem with any of the moderation, do not create a topic about it. Please PM Betsy. If you wish to create a topic regarding moderation, please contact the relevant moderator first. Do not insult or degrade any of the moderators in any way. Treat them as you would a normal player – remember they play Grepolis too! The moderators have the right to edit or delete posts and close topics. Please follow their instructions. If you notice that your post or topic was deleted, it has been removed for a good reason. Do not rewrite it. If need be, PM the moderator in question about why it was removed.

Punishments

When you breach a rule, you will receive a warning. After this initial warning, infractions will be handed out. In some extreme circumstances, the warning will not be given. If you are banned from the forum, you are not allowed to create an account to evade this ban. Doing so will result in a month added to your ban, and the ban evade account permanently banned. Arguing against the Grepolis team who uphold these rules will be punished and topics that seek to create or worsen existing problems will be deleted. Repeated violations may result in probation or permanent removal from the forums. Please note that we reserve the right to ban or infract players even if they haven't violated the stated forum rules.

Other

Private messages

Conversations, discussions and arguments between two people should be done in private. Please use the private message system in this forum or other applications (e.g. IRC, skype, …) Do not harass other people through use of private messages. Repeatedly spamming private messages for personal gain or to irritate other users will result in infractions. All forum rules also apply to private messages unless stated otherwise.

Do not discuss in-game bans.

If you are unsure as to whether something is against the rules or not, please contact a moderator before you go ahead with it! We will advise you as soon as possible on whether it is allowed on the forum or not.