Forum Rules

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CyberD3m0n Forum Rules

These rules are here to ensure a fun, fair, and safe environment for everyone. Ignorance of the rules is not an excuse—please read carefully.

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1. General Conduct

• Respect Others
  Treat all members with courtesy. Harassment, hate speech, bullying, or discrimination will result in immediate action.
• No Personal Attacks
  Criticize ideas, not people. Flaming or insulting others will not be tolerated.
• Keep It Friendly
  Toxic behavior, trolling, or intentionally trying to provoke others is not allowed. We're building a positive community.
• Follow Staff Instructions
  Moderators and admins are here to help. Arguing with staff in public threads will be met with consequences.

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2. Posting Guidelines

• Stay On Topic
  Each forum section has a purpose. Keep your posts relevant to the section you're posting in.
• No Spam
  Posting irrelevant content, advertisements, or repeating the same post across threads will result in a warning or ban.
• Use Clear Titles
  Make your thread titles descriptive so others know what to expect. Avoid clickbait or all caps.
• Avoid Thread Bumping
  Give others a chance to respond. Excessive bumping clutters the forum and is considered spam.

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3. Content Guidelines

• No Illegal or NSFW Material
  Do not post or link to pirated content, hacks, cheats, or adult material. This includes suggestive or graphic images.
• No Self-Promotion Without Approval
  Advertising channels, products, or services is only allowed with moderator permission.
• Respect Intellectual Property
  Do not post content you don’t have the right to share, including mods, images, or copyrighted material.
• Keep It Tasteful
  Memes and jokes are welcome in appropriate sections—but offensive, insensitive, or excessive content will be removed.

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4. Privacy & Security

• Protect Your Identity
  Do not post personal information like your full name, address, phone number, or passwords.
• Respect Others' Privacy
  No doxxing, no screenshots of private messages without consent, and no sharing of real-world identities.
• One Account Per Person
  Users are allowed one active account unless otherwise approved by staff. Sockpuppeting will lead to bans.
• No Account Sharing
  Keep your login details private. If someone else uses your account and breaks the rules, you’re still responsible.

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5. Reporting & Moderation

• Use the Report Feature
  If you see a rule violation, report it. Don’t engage in public arguments—let staff handle it.
• Don’t Backseat Moderate
  Telling others what the rules are or acting like a mod in threads is not helpful and may result in a warning.
• Moderator Decisions Are Final
  You may privately appeal a decision, but do not argue with staff in public. Repeated violations will result in escalating consequences.
• We Reserve the Right to Update Rules
  Rules may evolve. It’s your responsibility to check for updates.

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6. Community Culture

• Be Supportive
  Encourage each other, especially new players. Share tips, guides, and positive feedback.
• Diversity is Welcome
  Gamers come from all walks of life. Be mindful of different cultures, identities, and backgrounds.
• Constructive Criticism Only
  Critique is fine—when it's helpful. Avoid negativity for the sake of it.
• Have Fun
  This is a space to share the love of gaming. Don’t take yourself too seriously and enjoy the journey!

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By continuing to use this forum, you agree to follow these rules. Violations can result in warnings, suspensions, or permanent bans depending on the severity and frequency.

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Support & Feedback Forum Guidelines

Important: This topic is stickied and will remain at the top. Please read before posting.

Only One Post Per Person Per Support Reason

• Create exactly one topic for each distinct issue or suggestion.
• Do not open multiple topics for the same problem.
• Duplicate requests will be closed or merged without notice.
• If you have new details about your issue, update your original topic instead of starting a new one.
• For unrelated issues, open separate topics.

Before You Post

• Search existing topics to ensure your issue hasn’t already been reported.
• Use a clear, descriptive title (e.g., “Crash on Startup – Windows 10, v1.2.3”).
• Include all relevant details: platform, version, error messages, steps to reproduce.

Ticket Handling

• Once a moderator or admin acknowledges your request, it will be moved into our ticket system.
• You’ll receive updates either as replies in your thread or via private message.
• Please monitor your PM inbox for ticket progress and resolutions.

Enforcement

• Topics that break these rules may be merged, locked, or deleted.
• Repeated violations may result in temporary posting restrictions.
• Moderators will enforce these guidelines at their discretion.

Thank you for helping us keep support organized and efficient!

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Staff Messaging Rules

Unsolicited Messaging:

• Do not send private messages to Mods or Admins unless they contact you first regarding a support ticket.
• Any PMs unrelated to an open ticket or sent before a staff member’s initial outreach will be ignored.

Consequences for Violations:

• First offense: warning issued.
• Repeated offenses: temporary or permanent ban at moderator discretion.

Thank you for respecting our staff’s workflow and keeping communications clear and organized.