These should not be a surprise to most, they have been with us in one form or another since the clan was formed via the charter. These are not set in stone, they are a living document that will be updated as needed.
Rules and Regulations of the DaDs Army
Purpose
To present a family oriented gaming environment friendly to all abilities of players that abide by the server rules. Additionally the DaDs strive to foster personal relations among DaDs through League, an Annual Charity Event, other special events on gaming servers, and get-togethers / LAN parties of DaDs, family, and friends.
Membership
Membership is conditional upon being a parent, respect of the clan rules, payment of dues in a timely manner, and the desire to have a good time. Dues are paid in 6-month intervals to acquire domain name, web hosting, forums, gaming servers for the DaDs, and stats (reset each renewal period). New members will be provided the rules before their acceptance of DaDs tags. Failure to follow rules may ultimely result in revocation of membership by HQ at its sole discretion. Any DaD that leaves in good standing is welcome to return in the future.
HQ
The responsibility of HQ is pursue the stated purpose of the DaDs Army through administrtion of game servers, webpages, and forums. HQ will consist of 3-4 members and are ultimately responsible for the managment of servers. HQ is responsible for collecting dues from members and using such funds for the benefit of the DaDs Army. HQ will delegate authority and responsiblity to individuals to lesen the burden on HQ, but reserves the right to revoke if authority is not properly administered.
HQ will determine policy and actions between members of HQ and with inputs from squad leaders and the clan as a whole based upon the situation. HQ ultimately has the discretion to act in what it beleives the best interest of the clan, considering input from members.
Rotation of HQ members will be determined by those that leave the position. HQ members should not remain in HQ for more than 3 renewal periods unless there are extraordinary circumstances. At least 1 member of HQ should remain from prior periods to ensure smooth transitions.
FTP / Server Admins
HQ delegates at its own discretion to chosen individuals the authority to establish and manage the servers for the DaDs Army. FTP/Server Admins are responsible for configs, posting of passwords, and in CI administration if applicable.
Recruiters
HQ will designate specific DaDs to handle the recruitment process of new DaDs. Members of HQ will oversee the process, provide input as necessary, and override decisions of recruiters only in extenuating circumstances.
Squad leaders and Co-Captains
Squad leaders work with HQ to determine and execute policy. Squad leaders are chosen by their squads as well as a co-captain. Squad leaders and co-captains are kept informed of the actions of the clan and disiminate that information to their squads for feedback. Squad leaders and co-captains should act for the interests of their squad and not themselves.
Game Servers
The DaDs Army will acquire gaming server(s) for the members of the clan. Games on the server(s) will be determined based upon capacity of the server(s) with the primary focus for WWII games, specifically MOHAA. On said server(s) the clan welcomes all weapons. Mods in the form of maps, scopes, blood, etc that are available to all and do not provide an unfair advantage or determeined by CI to be a cheat are allowed (i.e. neon skins, aimbots, wall hacks, etc are all illegal). HQ has server desktop access and delegates ftp access to FTP / Server Admin DaDs.
Code of Conduct
Above all else, DaDs are here to have fun. To maintain this environment there are a mininum set of actions asked of DaDs:
1. DaDs will not harass or make personal attacks against other DaDs on the forums or servers for their abilities or comments. Smack talk and bragging is allowed.
2. DaDs will not harass or make attacks against public players on the forums or servers for their abilities, names, or comments. Unless you are familiar with a player personally, please do not talk smack to them, it may be offensive.
3. Foul language will not be used in chat during games. As a family friendly server we need to maintain minimum standards. The only exception to this rule is when it is a DaDs only game (league or no pubs on server). Keep anything questionable to comms in a non-family channel.
4. DaDs will not divulge personal information about other DaDs to persons outside the DaDs Army unless expressly given permission by said DaD. This includes names, email, mailing address, or anything else you may feel hesitant to share with the world.
5. Those given special duties and assignments are doing so to lessen the burden on HQ. If at anytime HQ feels they are failing to fulfill the requirements, responsibilities will be revoked.
6. Dues are paid byeach member of the DaDs army. Dues = Tags.
7. Those that leave the DaDs in good standing are always welcome to return.
8. Comments made while wearing clan tags reflect the clan wherever you play. Please act the same as you would on our servers.
9. Comms are provided as part of membership dues. Use of comms is limited to DaDs and family. Family should limit their channel selection to Kidz, Family, and lobby channels. Be forwarned, unlike in-game-chat, the language used may be more colorful. This is a private side to the DaDs Army for members to freely express themselves. Parents are warned, access for KiDs at their own risk. DaDs are asked to be on better behavior in public channels, but HQ can not provide 24 hr censoring.
10. Forums are a manner to communicate with many at once, share thoughts and experiences, and joke around. Attacks against DaDs and other derogitory posts will be promptly deleted. Yes, bragging and bickering will continue.
11. The use of comms and message forums provide DaDs with the means to communicate colorfully at times. However, It is not a license to swear, make racial or gender biased comments, or comments regarding sexual orientation. Discussing religion or politics on our server is prohibited. These topics can lead to strong opposing views which lead to an uncomfortable environment for our members. While communicating all members should be considerate to their fellow DaDs. There are options for people to utilize elsewhere, off the DaDs server if they feel the need to discuss these topics.
12. Comments made through RCON should be for control of the server only. This is the most visable reflection of the clan, its temperment, and attitude for public players. Action of the CONSOLE is an action for the clan. You are controlling the server as an agent of the clan, please do not abuse.
While not required, HQ hopes that if you see members acting in poor taste you report it to HQ or a squad leader. Their actions affect not only themselves, but reflect on each member of the DaDs Army.
Recourse for breach of rules
Action may include removal of special duties (RCON), suspension from league, suspension from special events, loss of comms privileges, loss of forums privileges, and ultimately removal from the clan. These actions do not wish to be utilized by HQ, but will be used at the sole discretion of HQ to maintain the image of the clan and keep peace between members.
HQ reserves the right to modify these rules at any time and at its sole discretion.
Thank You,
The DaDs Army HQ