Discord Moderation Rules & Guidelines

1. Introduction

These guidelines ensure fair and consistent moderation in the LEAGUE7 Discord server. All moderators must adhere to these rules to maintain a positive community environment and prevent individual bias or conflict.

2. General Principles

Treat all members with respect and professionalism
Communicate clearly and impartially with all community members
Document all moderation actions in the designated #moderation-log channel
Consult with other moderators when unsure about a situation
Respect member privacy and never share personal information

3. Communication Guidelines

3.1 Text Chat Protocol

Conduct all official communications regarding warnings, infractions, timeouts, and appeals through the ticket system
Use DMs only to notify users of new tickets or updates, with content identical to the ticket information
Do not consider DM discussions as official or use them as proof in moderation decisions
Ensure all moderation-related discussions and decisions are transparent and documented in appropriate channels or tickets

3.2 Voice Chat Guidelines

Moderators do not intervene in personal disputes or complaints about individuals in voice chats
Members are encouraged to use Discord's built-in features to manage their voice chat experience:
Mute individuals they don't wish to hear
Use locked rooms for private conversations
We remind members that there is no way to verify or act on complaints about voice chat behavior unless it violates other server rules (e.g., hate speech, threats) and is reported with evidence

4. Infraction Categories

4.1 Minor Infractions

Occasional use of inappropriate language
Mild spam (e.g., posting the same message 3-5 times)
Minor arguments or disagreements that don't escalate
Excessive self-promotion or advertising

4.2 Moderate Violations

Repeated minor infractions after warnings
Mild forms of harassment or bullying
Sharing of inappropriate content
Persistent unwanted competitive banter or criticism of another player
Discussing topics that might breach NDA

4.3 Severe Violations

Hate speech or discriminatory language
Severe harassment or bullying
Doxxing or sharing personal information of others
Making violent threats
Attempting to raid or spam the server
Impersonating staff or other members
Attempting to evade moderation (e.g., rejoining on an alt account after a timeout)

5. Moderation Actions

5.1 Warnings

5.1.1 Warnings in Common Areas

Issue for minor infractions or first-time offenses
Clearly explain the rule violation and expected behavior in the channel where it occurred
Document the warning in the #moderation-log channel

5.1.2 Ticket Warnings

Issue for repeated minor infractions or moderate violations
Open a ticket and ping the user
Send warning details through the ticket system
Document the warning in the #moderation-log channel

5.2 Timeouts

5.2.1 When to Use Timeouts

After a warning for continued minor infractions
For moderate rule violations that disrupt the community

5.2.2 Timeout Durations

First timeout: 1 hour
Second timeout: 6 hours
Third timeout: 24 hours
Further timeouts: Escalate to extended timeout

5.2.3 Timeout Procedure

Assign the "Timed Out" role to the user, which prevents them from writing in general chat channels
Inform the user of the reason for the timeout via Ticket
Set the timeout duration by scheduling the role removal
Document the action in the #moderation-log channel

5.3 Extended Timeouts

5.3.1 Moderate Extended Timeouts

Use for severe rule violations or repeated moderate infractions
Duration: 3 to 14 days, depending on severity and history
Inform the President, Staff, and Captain's Council when issuing a Moderate Extended Timeout to:
Ensure transparency in moderation actions
Allow for timely adjustments to team rosters or league schedules if necessary
Maintain a cohesive approach to serious infractions across all levels of league management

5.3.2 Maximum Extended Timeouts

Reserve for extreme cases such as:
Persistent rule-breaking after multiple moderate extended timeouts
Hate speech, harassment, or threats
Sharing explicit content
Attempting to raid or spam the server
Duration: Up to 30 days

5.3.3 Extended Timeout Procedure

Consult with at least one other moderator before issuing
Assign the "Extended Timeout" role to the user, which prevents them from writing in general chat channels
Document the reason and duration in the #moderation-log channel
Open a ticket to inform the user before implementing
Notify relevant parties if the user is part of a team or a member of the Captains' Council
Schedule the role removal based on the timeout duration

5.4 Immediate Action Situations

Immediately remove content and apply a 7-day extended timeout for users who:
Post explicit or gore content
Share personal information of others (doxxing)
Make violent threats
Are suspected bot accounts or attempting to raid
Assign the "Extended Timeout" role and inform the user via ticket

6. Timeout Roles

6.1 "Timed Out" Role

This role is used for regular timeouts
It prevents users from writing in general chat channels
Users with this role can won't be able to see messages, however still participate in tickets

6.2 "Extended Timeout" Role

This role is used for extended timeouts
It has the same restrictions as the "Timed Out" role but is used for longer durations
Moderators should regularly review users with this role to ensure timely removal

6.3 Role Management

Assign and remove timeout roles manually (A bot for scheduled removal is under development)
This system ensures that timeout roles do not interfere with a user's ability to participate in tickets or appeals

7. Appeal Process

7.1 How to Appeal

Inform users they can appeal moderation actions by opening a new ticket or responding to their existing moderation ticket
In rare circumstances, if a user and unable to access the ticket system, they can reach out to another moderator via DMs
Moderators must create a ticket on behalf of the user if an appeal is received, posting the exact text from the user

7.2 Appeal Review

A moderator not involved in the original action must review the appeal
Consult the #moderation-log and any relevant chat logs
Discuss the case with other moderators if necessary

7.3 Appeal Decision

Decide to uphold, modify, or lift the moderation action
Inform the user of the decision and reasoning via ticket
Document the decision in the #moderation-log channel

8. Moderator Accountability

All moderation actions are subject to review by the President
Moderators who consistently violate these guidelines may have their permissions revoked
Address conflicts between moderators privately and escalate to the President if necessary

9. Regular Review

Review and update these guidelines quarterly
All moderators must acknowledge and agree to any changes

Remember, the goal of moderation is to maintain a positive community environment while preserving the integrity of team participation and league operations. Always err on the side of caution and consult with fellow moderators when in doubt.

⚠️ The following section is entirely satirical and was added for fun. Please refer to sections 1-9 for actual moderation rules.

10. Carddi Protocol

The @where is carddi? role exists to summon carddi to any situation that requires unnecessary escalation, unsolicited commentary, or devastatingly accurate roasts. It shall be used whenever a witty comeback no one asked for is needed, a punchline delivered with zero remorse, or someone to say what everyone was thinking but funnier.

10.1 When to Ping

A conflict is resolving too peacefully
Someone needs to be mocked and no one is stepping up
The vibe is too wholesome
You want to see what happens

10.2 When NOT to Ping

Never. There is no wrong time.

10.3 What to Expect

Carddi will arrive within 30 seconds to 3 hours depending on how much the situation doesn't concern him Upon arrival, carddi may:

Make it worse
Make it funny
Make it worse in a funny way
Leave without comment (rare)

10.4 Appeal Process

There is no appeal. You pinged him. This is your fault now.