Rules Of Itropa

Roleplay
This is an RP server. We expect you to remain in character (IC) at all times. If you must say something out-of-character (OOC), do so through tells. Or at the very least, put some sort of indicator before the text to let other players know you are speaking OOC, such as (( or //.
We do not require that you know the background history of this world, but to avoid RP embarrassment, here are a couple of the important highlights:
1. This is not a Forgotten Realms server. This is a unique world, not based on any actual PnP games. This world is a mix of sci-fi and fantasy. Technology developed in different directions than on your Earth: they're behind in some areas, ahead in others.
2. There is no magic. All "magic" has scientific explanations, for instance biogenetics, nanotechnology, cyborg implants, and psychic powers. Players are encouraged to come up with their own reasons for having "magical abilities."
3. There are no gods. You may still worship a higher power if it suits your character's background, but there is no proof of their existence, they have no real affect on our lives, and other characters will proabably make fun of you.

Cheating
This is an RP server. There is just no reason to rush to high levels. And once you do get to be high level, you'll find that there's actually less for you to do. So savor your low levels, and don't spend all your time farming, looking for exploits, and generally doing OOC things to raise your levels or gold. If you find an exploit, please let us know. For instance, if you discover an unsporting way to kill a boss, like a place you can stand where he can't hit you, please resist the urge to take advantage of it. Tell us instead.

Harrassment
Do not insult, annoy, spam, or otherwise bother other players, unless it's IC. We have no tolerance for such things. No flaming through tells, no sexual harrassment, no rude comments on another player's race, political beliefs, or sexual orientation. People play this game to have fun, not to defend their own lifestyle.
On the other hand, we do believe in freedom of speech here. So while I don't want anyone here to intentionally offend anyone else, I also don't want people here who are too thin-skinned.

Player Vs Player
Do not attempt to kill other players, unless it's IC. PvP is only allowed when both players agree to it. You should always agree to PvP through OOC tells before starting an actual fight, and even then it might be wise to take a screenshot of the tells in case there's a dispute later. There is to be no PvP between players who have an actual OOC grudge against each other. Once a player is defeated, the matter is considered settled, there will be no further PvP between those two characters.

Pickpocketing
No picking pockets in town. There are many well-trained guards, and they have been geneticly engineered to spot criminal activity, so getting away with such crimes would be considered OOC. Out of town, you can pick pockets, but if you must give back what you stole if you are caught. No repeatedly pickpocketing the same person.

Maturity Rating
I would have to rate this server as PG-13. It has some light cursing and some sexual references. But there are a few areas of the mod that I would have to give an R rating. Just like RL, underage players should probably stay out of businesses that sell alchohol, drugs, or sexual favors.

Using Party Chat and/or Tells for Role Play
The DataReader also works as a communicator. You can use it to talk over long distances (using party chat or tells), and also works as something of a locator (hence the dots on your map representing other party members). Please use this responsibly. For instance, don't use party chat to tell other players IC to come resurrect you. A dead player wouldn't be able to use the DataReader. For RP purposes, the DataReader's transmissions can sometimes be disrupted if the players are very far apart, or one of them is underground.

Players with telepathic powers can use them to send psychic messages to other players, not just party members. However, some telepaths can only send messages, not receive them, except from other telepaths. There is a big difference between reading minds and transmitting thoughts. The degree of your character's powers is up to you, but please avoid making god-like characters. If you do decide that your character can read minds, you and your partymates must agree OOC on how your system will work... for instance, forcibly reading the mind of an enemy character would probably involve some sort of will check.

Crime
There courtrooms in both Trasa and Alta. If you break the law, you will be subject to prosecution. We even have a jail script, so if you are convicted, your character will be stuck in jail until the sentence has been served. When players do ooc things, like running around breaking furniture for no reason, they will still be treated as if it was an IC crime. In other words, break Chela's chairs and Chela will sue.