[b:2f9381c967]Greetings members:[/b:2f9381c967]

[color=darkblue:2f9381c967][i:2f9381c967]These rules apply to all sections of this forum. Some sections will have special rules that govern that section.[/i:2f9381c967][/color:2f9381c967]

1.) [b:2f9381c967]Be Respectful![/b:2f9381c967] Please respect all members, new and old, and their opinions and beliefs. Treat new members with respect, and visa versa. You were new at one point, as was everyone else. Please treat newcomers to the forums with respect, and new members should treat everyone else the same way.

2.) [b:2f9381c967]No Flames[/b:2f9381c967] of any kind are allowed against a member, or group of members. Flames are considered a deliberate personal attack on another member or group of members. Having a difference of opinion is fine, but if it gets out of hand and turns into a fight to get the biggest jab at the other person, then its gone too far.

If you are a long standing member, act like one. Lead by example and assist other newer members rather then attacking them. We look upon our veteran members to use this opportunity to teach the newer members the appropriate way to use this forum.

Remember, if you can't post in a civil manner, don't post.

3.) [b:2f9381c967]Stay on Topic[/b:2f9381c967]. Posts in a particular forum need try and stay on topic. If you want to talk about something that is drastically removed from the topic of a forum, please take it to another, correct topic. We welcome most general conversation in the \"General Banter\" forum.

4.) [b:2f9381c967]Have a question, comment, complaint, compliment, or suggestion?[/b:2f9381c967] You can either post it in the Site Feedback forum, or send your idea/complaint/question to a Forum Leader.

5.) [b:2f9381c967]No Spamming.[/b:2f9381c967] Do not Spam the forum and cross post your messages in the other forums. Spamming is characterized by the initiation of threads or posts that contribute nothing to a forum, be it off topic or on topic. Examples include: empty posts, posts with few words that have no relation to the current thread or discussion and those posts that state they are spam, either to annoy or increase a member's post count. This determination is made by the forum Moderator or Administrator and is not up for discussion.

[b:2f9381c967]Do NOT use this site as an advertising tool.[/b:2f9381c967]

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[i:2f9381c967]Other links not allowed include affiliate links, referral links, and links to adult sites. If you have a question about the link, please contact a Forum Leader.[/i:2f9381c967]

8.) [b:2f9381c967]Posting Images.[/b:2f9381c967] If posting an image (in a signature or the post), it should be appropriate for all ages. Also, the image's size should be appropriate for the Message Board.

9.) [b:2f9381c967]No Avatar Changing Abuse.[/b:2f9381c967] This is a luxury and abuse of it will result in it being lost. If using an Avatar please make sure it's appropriate for all to view. Any text under the avatar should not contain any text indicating a BANNED, NOT BANNED, MOD, MODERATOR, ADMIN status.

10.) [b:2f9381c967]Enjoy yourself![/b:2f9381c967] You can have a great time posting and we look forward to your feedback.