Vortex Games Studio Discord community rules

1. Respect and Courtesy
Treat every member with respect and dignity. Offensive language, racism, sexism, homophobia, xenophobia, or any form of hate speech is strictly prohibited.
Personal insults, threats, mockery, or belittling behavior of any kind will not be tolerated.
Engage in discussions constructively and respectfully, even when opinions differ. Maintain a friendly tone to encourage a positive atmosphere.

2. Profanity and Insults
The use of profanity, offensive language, or derogatory remarks is strictly prohibited across all text and voice channels.
Cursing, vulgar expressions, or any language that might make others uncomfortable is not allowed, even as a joke.

3. Arguments and Personal Conflicts
Personal disputes should remain private. Use Direct Messages (DMs) to resolve conflicts instead of disrupting public channels.
Public arguments, fights, or "call-out" posts are not permitted and will result in moderator intervention.

4. Spam, Flooding, and Advertising
Avoid spamming messages, excessive emoji use, repetitive posts, or unnecessary tagging (e.g., @everyone/@here).
Advertising, whether for other servers, platforms, products, or services (both in-game and external), is prohibited without prior moderator approval.
Stay on-topic in each channel. Off-topic posts should only be made in designated off-topic areas.

5. Sexual Content and Pornography
Any form of sexual content, explicit material, pornography, or sexual innuendos is strictly prohibited.
Sharing 18+ content, explicit images, or videos, including suggestive memes or jokes, is not allowed under any circumstances.

6. Harmful and Violent Content
Promoting or sharing content related to self-harm, suicide, violence, or harm toward others is strictly forbidden.
Encouraging, glorifying, or joking about harmful behavior, violence, or illegal activities is prohibited.

7. Privacy and Personal Information
Respect everyone’s privacy. Never request or share personal information such as full names, addresses, phone numbers, or social media accounts without consent.
Doxxing, or publicly revealing personal information about another user, will lead to immediate removal from the server.

8. Inclusivity and Hate Speech
Discrimination of any kind—including racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, religious intolerance, or hate speech—is strictly prohibited.
Be mindful of others' experiences and backgrounds, and create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.

9. Illegal and Inappropriate Content
Sharing content related to illegal activities, such as pirated software, drug use, or illegal trade, is strictly forbidden.
Promoting or linking to websites or content involving piracy, scams, or malicious activity will result in a permanent ban.

10. Misinformation and Controversial Content
Avoid sharing misleading or unverified information. Only post confirmed news or updates related to the game or community.
Refrain from engaging in controversial topics (e.g., politics, religion) that could lead to arguments or alienate members.
Spoilers must be tagged appropriately and shared only in designated spoiler channels.

11. Positive and Fun Atmosphere
Ensure that all content you post is appropriate for the channel topic. Off-topic posts should be confined to off-topic channels.
Promote a fun, welcoming, and friendly environment. Negative attitudes, trolling, or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.

12. Moderation and Rules Compliance
Moderators and administrators have the final say in all matters. If you disagree with a decision, express your concerns respectfully via DM.
Follow all server rules and respect moderator warnings and actions to maintain a smooth-running community.

13. Usernames and Profile Pictures
Usernames, profile pictures, and custom statuses must comply with server rules. Offensive, graphic, or inappropriate imagery will result in a warning or removal.

14. Spoilers and Advanced Content Sharing
Avoid sharing game spoilers outside of designated spoiler channels.
If posting spoilers, ensure that they are hidden using Discord’s spoiler tag feature (||spoiler||).

15. No Self-Promotion or Unsolicited Advertisements
Promoting personal content (e.g., Twitch streams, YouTube videos, blogs) is only allowed with explicit moderator approval.
Do not send unsolicited DMs for self-promotion or share links in inappropriate channels.

16. Topics That May Offend or Divide the Community
Refrain from posting controversial or sensitive topics (e.g., political debates, religious discussions, or moral arguments) that can lead to division or discomfort.
Posts that could harm the inclusive environment or make others feel unsafe are not permitted.

17. Reporting and Accountability
If you notice someone violating the rules, report it to the moderation team through the appropriate channels.
Do not attempt to handle rule violations yourself. Let the moderators address the issue.

18. Custom Rules and Updates
Rules may be adjusted or expanded as the server grows to ensure the community remains safe and enjoyable for all. Keep an eye on announcements for updates.