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==== JOIN DISCLAIMER ====
Members are expected to follow the rules and regulations of both the USS Oceanus Sim and Theta Fleet (link at top of this disclaimer) at all times. You are expected to comply with these rules and regulations both in character and out of character when interacting with the USS Oceanus simming community or Theta Fleet as appropriate. You are expected to agree to read, understand, and comply with the rules of the USS Oceanus sim posted in #rules_and_info channel within the USS Oceanus Discord.
By continuing, you affirm and agree that you will comply and operate within these rules and have read and understood them. You understand that the USS Oceanus is a rated PG-13 sim and any content posted above this rating is grounds for punishment up to and including termination from the sim. You agree that you will sim with other community members with respect, consideration, and professionalism as required. You agree to not abuse the hospitalities granted by the sim towards its members, such as refusing to post for extended periods of time, and will do your utmost to respect your community members by communicating your issues appropriately.
By continuing, you further understand, agree, and comply that in compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 (COPPA), we do not accept players under the age of 18. You further understand that the USS Oceanus does not accept any player under the age of 18. You acknowledge that any players found to be under the age of 18 will be immediately removed without question.
By agreeing to these terms and conditions stated above in this Disclaimer, you are stating and agreeing that you are above the age of 18 and will comply with all stated in this Disclaimer and that by continuing with your application you agree and understand to all that is stated above within this Disclaimer.
==== WEBSITE AND DISCORD RULES ====
The rules below are the expected requirements for compliance for all members of the USS Oceanus Sim. The rules below are posted on the USS Oceanus Discord and as such make references to such, however it is expected to be followed nonetheless on both the website and discord.
1.) Discord is encouraged for communication purposes only. Players may also utilize website private messaging, however the Captain prefers Discord use. The game itself resides on a nova-based sim.
2.) Obey the Discord, Website and Fleet TOS. No exceptions.
3.) Obey the Command, Moderation and Admin staff. No exceptions.
4.) Post requirements for the sim are within and up to THREE(3) Days. This means you have THREE(3) Days to reply to a JP. Any person that takes advantage of our hospitality will either be demoted or terminated from the simming community. No exceptions unless by situation.
5.) Activity is a relaxed requirement. Any person that takes advantage of our hospitality will either be demoted or terminated from the simming community. No exceptions unless by situation.
6.) Be respectful and friendly. Disagreements happen. The staff will not intervene in mature debate or disagreement. Make it immature and the staff will hand out punishments.
7.) This is a 18+ simming community. If you are under 18, get out. If we find you and found out you lied, not only will you be reported to Discord, you'll also be banned.
8.) No NSFW in any simming posts. References (mild) are fine, such as mature references or implications like "then they walk off to the bedroom". Anything further is grounds for punishment and termination.
9.) Do NOT post on behalf of another player - or make edits to another players work - without permission from that player you want to edit the work of. Asking after the fact is fine, so long as if it is a negative, you must fix the edit back to its original form. Command Staff are exempt from this rule as they establish and maintain lore.
10.) LOA (Leave of Absence) is allowed for anyone, for any reason, for any duration - within *reason*. Do not abuse this system or privilege. Continued abuse, if so determined by Staff, will result in punishments up to and including termination from the sim.
11.) Utilize the channels provided on the discord to their appropriate function. i.e. advertisements in #sim-advertisements and questions & comments in #suggestions-complaints.
12.) Generally, when a players is kicked off or leaves the sim, their account is deactivated and their player character and all NPC's deactivated. However there may be specific and unique circumstances where a departed players PC or NPC must be used to finish a JP. When such a case happens, the JP is concluded and the PC or NPC is deactivated. Departing players may request exclusion to this necessity and their PC's or NPC's, in that case, will not be utilized.
13.) You may create as many NPC characters as you wish. You may not create high-ranking NPC's that influence the sim unless otherwise approved by the Commanding Officer or Admins.
14.) Command Staff exist to help the Commanding Officer as volunteer positions and is considered a privilege. Command Staff are to be considered the voice of the Commanding Officer and able to utilize his full authority. At any time, for any reason, the CO may revoke this privilege from the volunteer if the volunteer does not meet or exceed expectations.
==== NOTICE; READ BELOW ====
1.) Theta Fleet does not permit players under the age of 16. The USS Oceanus sim does not allow anyone under the age of 18.
2.) Use of Discord as a communication medium for the ship is a recommendation ONLY. Players may still utilize Website Private Messaging for communication.
3.) It is recommended to join our Discord Server (link provided on main page) to read and agree to our rules under the channel, "#rules_and_information" as well as here on the website. Discord allows faster communication and the Captain encourages it. However, website private messaging is still permitted.
The USS Oceanus sim does not allow anyone under the age of 18. If you are under the age of 18 do not apply, you will be rejected. If found to have applied and are under this age after the fact, you will be permanently banned from the site.
Theta Fleet does not permit players under the age of 16. The USS Oceanus sim does not allow anyone under the age of 18.
RPG Rating of the USS Oceanus:
--Mild swearing is permitted, with limitations on some moderate language. (The use of vulgar obscenities are limited. Words like fu--, cu--, etc. should be rated.)
--Sexual content is permitted with some limitations. Explicit sex, pornography, or too much detail is not. (Keep it tasteful--more foreplay and emotion, less detail.)
--Violence is permitted, with limitations. (Describe it, do it, but don't go into detail. Don't be explicit.)
