Subj : Echo Rules
To   : All
From : Moderator
Date : Thu Mar 01 2001 07:00 am

                 RULES FOR THE AD&D/RECFRP ECHO GROUP
                 (Last Modification: July 4, 1999)

The AD&D/RECFRP echo group is for the discussion and actual playing of
all role-playing games. Computer and card games, standalone novels, etc.
are off-topic.  Extended threads debating topics of subjective opinion are
restricted at Moderator discretion.

Users are reminded that certain RPG-related topics can, and will be
"whistled dead" by the moderators.  These topics are usually those that
stagnate after a while and cover no new ground.  We can all think of
several prominent examples. :)   How long a topic remains dead is also
up to the moderators.

EVERYONE is expected to exhibit Lawful Good behavior.  This means be
polite, flame-free and respectful of people who may (GASP) have a
different opinion than yours.  Above all, you are expected to remain on
topic as defined in rule 1, above.

HANDLES are allowed by PLAYERS as part of their game.  Use of handles by
all others is allowed only after moderator approval via netmail.
Discussion of a handle in the echo is prohibited.  Those who insist on
using handles may be required to change them by the moderators.

Use of "high-ASCII" characters in messages is prohibited.

Upon the first offense of these simple rules, the Moderator shall summon
the dreaded Moderator Monster, which shall warn the offender and cast a
Friends spell on him/her.  If the offender makes his/her save, and a
second infraction occurs, the Monster shall be summoned to cast a Symbol
of Pain on the offender and the offender's sysop is enlisted to correct
this behavior.  If a third infraction occurs (individuals like this must
have an Intelligence of 4 and Wisdom of 3), the Monster shall be
summoned to cast a Death Spell on the offender, resulting in his/her
termination from the echo; this Death Spell is very potent (affects all,
no save).  The Monster may cast a Ressurection spell if so inclined.

AD&D Echo Moderators are Scott Royall and Kay Shapero; legends say Scott
resides in a CONCH on the 3rd coast (1:106/357) while Kay is guardian
of the Aerie StormGate (1:102/524). AD&D/RECFRP is said to originate from
the CONCH.

Due to echo reader comments, effective 6/1/90 there was a limitation
placed on how many games can be played within the echo at any given point
in time.  Too many games confuse and frustrate GMs/players who are trying
to keep track of their game.

ANY GM WHO DESIRES TO CONDUCT A GAME IN THE ECHO *MUST* REGISTER THEIR
GAME BY A.)  FILLING OUT THE 'ECHO GAME REGISTRATION FORM', AND B.)
SUBMITTING IT TO THE GM LIST MANAGER.  THIS IS CURRENTLY Jason Tamez.

If current slots are full, the applicant will be added to a wait list,
to be contacted when a slot becomes available.  Slots are filled on a
first-come, first-served basis with regard to the wait list, so if you
want to play a game, get that registration form in!

How to keep each game as separate as possible, and how games will be
declared defunct, will be defined by the Moderators.  After much
thought, it was determined that 'standards' would be tough to identify
and worse to enforce, so we'll do our best to be fair to all in our actions;
in reality, we failed our saves vs. Confusion (even Gods fail on a 1),
but don't tell anyone.

You can obtain a copy of this textfile by FREQing 'ADD.RUL' from
1:106/357.

Your cooperation in complying with the rules is appreciated.

                  Scott Royall               Kay Shapero
                   1:106/357                  1:102/524

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 # Origin: Conch's Magic Mouth (1:106/357)
 * Origin: ConchGate (1:106/357.0)

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