' Wrote:There is no rule about rule lawyering. I was banned for that tii. Even though I have read rules like five times.
Quote:3.4 Threatening other players with reports and sanctions, attempting to pose as an Admin and using an Admin's name without permission is not allowed.
' Wrote:well. maybe it was admin notice or just a post anywhere.
That's why rule thread should also link to other important notices and stuff.
As for example, making trade runs and selfkilling yourself to respawn is illegal by rules.
But what new guy will understand that this is covered by 1.2?
The rules definatly needs revision to reflect true meaning of them.
@ Shryke
Show me where is it written about "rule lawyering" and not threatening a sanction.
It all depends on how you say it. When trying to tell another player they are breaking a rule, never say the words report or sanction. Using those words could result in the person taking your help as a threat. If they refuse to listen to you, do not argue with them. Either go file a sanction report against them or drop the issue. Again, do not argue.
' Wrote:It all depends on how you say it. When trying to tell another player they are breaking a rule, never say the words report or sanction. Using those words could result in the person taking your help as a threat. If they refuse to listen to you, do not argue with them. Either go file a sanction report against them or drop the issue. Again, do not argue.
From what I've experienced, the threatening a sanction actually implies that you threaten to sanction them and then don't. If you're informing them; "//Hey there, just informing you that [insert illegal action here] is against server rules and it's a sanctionable offense." isn't out of the question I don't think, provided you actually file a report.
You can inform a person in a PM they are breaking a rule. Ussually start by asking them if they know that they just broke a rule. As said above though. Do not ever say they will get sanctioned,or punished,and such.
Also on topic. If you do not want to report this person. You can also mention his actions to the Official faction that uses the same ID. They will usually talk to them for you,and/or even punish them. They will also require proof most times.
You never know. This person who pirated you may also be a new player,so always good to try and talk to them.