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	===2. When to Roleplay, When to Mechanic===		===2. When to Roleplay, When to Mechanic===
	If you are in a roleplay, you should assume roleplay, i.e. saying and emoting, by default, until roleplay dictates that mechanics are needed to advance a scene or if mechanics, like a breach in the hull, gunfire, or an explosive device, inhibits roleplay. Keep in mind calling for help or for back-up is considered mechanics. Although you do not need to use combat indicators to call for help, other players can attack you without combat ~~indicators~~ if you call for help.		If you are in a roleplay, you should assume roleplay, i.e. saying and emoting, by default, until roleplay dictates that mechanics are needed to advance a scene or if mechanics, like a breach in the hull, gunfire, or an explosive device, inhibits roleplay. Keep in mind calling for help or for back-up is considered mechanics. Although you do not need to use combat indicators to call for help, other players can attack you without waiting the combat indicator grace period if you call for help.

	Keep in mind that mechanics serve the overarching story and the roleplay contained within, not the other way around. Mechanics are here to make the roleplaying experience more real, not prohibit it from happening.		Keep in mind that mechanics serve the overarching story and the roleplay contained within, not the other way around. Mechanics are here to make the roleplaying experience more real, not prohibit it from happening.

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	''Remember - Combat Indicator or CI must be turned on first before the grace period timer begins.''		''Remember - Combat Indicator or CI must be turned on first before the grace period timer begins.''

	# If either party is in roleplay, you should always attempt to roleplay the escalation first, if they try to disengage from the roleplay(start hacking the door to get out, get a weapon out without an emote doing so, etc) you're free to ~~CI and~~ attack as ~~soon as the relevant timer ticks over, should~~ they ~~CI back or not~~.		# If either party is in roleplay, you should always attempt to roleplay the escalation first, if they try to disengage from the roleplay(start hacking the door to get out, get a weapon out without an emote doing so, etc) you're free to attack as they have actively started mechanics.
	# If neither you or your target is in your roleplay, you may CI assuming you have a solid reason to be attacking them, putting the burden of reacting on them, however this should be done sparingly at best.		# If neither you or your target is in your roleplay, you may CI assuming you have a solid reason to be attacking them, putting the burden of reacting on them, however this should be done sparingly at best.
	#* '''This is a roleplaying server after all. If you want pure action, there are more suitable servers for that.'''		#* '''This is a roleplaying server after all. If you want pure action, there are more suitable servers for that.'''

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	'''This is what the combat indicator looks like.'''		'''This is what the combat indicator looks like.'''

	Combat indicators are instrumental in signaling the transitioning from roleplay to combat. Imagine that someone comes up to you and greets you, and you type back to greet him. Yet, just as you're typing your response, he begins to attack you and you're in a hurry to close out of your typing window while he lands hit after hit on you. You are already placed at a disadvantage for trying to roleplay, and this player has exploited that fact to gain an advantage over you. Inherently, anyone trying to earnestly roleplay will always be put at a disadvantage, thus discouraging roleplay-seeking behavior. The combat indicator seeks to mitigate that.		* Combat indicators are instrumental in signaling the transitioning from roleplay to combat. Imagine that someone comes up to you and greets you, and you type back to greet him. Yet, just as you're typing your response, he begins to attack you and you're in a hurry to close out of your typing window while he lands hit after hit on you.
			** You are already placed at a disadvantage for trying to roleplay, and this player has exploited that fact to gain an advantage over you. Inherently, anyone trying to earnestly roleplay will always be put at a disadvantage, thus discouraging roleplay-seeking behavior.
	You may have seen other servers take our concept of combat indicators to use on their own server that befits their server and style, but please note that our approach is different. For one, the combat indicator is a way to show other players that you are interested in transitioning from roleplay into mechanics. Think of it as a handshake that should be returned by the other party, so that people cannot get the jump on someone who is typing, and or not paying attention.		*** The combat indicator seeks to mitigate that.
			* You may have seen other servers take our concept of combat indicators to use on their own server that befits their server and style, but please note that our approach is different.
	So ideally, the combat indicator should preempt any breakdown into mechanics, and '''you should wait until the other party turns on their combat indicators or if the grace period of five ~~to seven~~ seconds passes.''' You can attack if the opposing party fails to de-escalate or fails to turn on their combat indicator, given that they are not SSD. If you turn on your CI and you see someone typing, please play in good faith and hear them out, especially if they are attempting to de-escalate. However, you do not have to do so if you made it clear this is ~~your ultimatum~~.		** For one, the combat indicator is a way to show other players that you are interested in transitioning from roleplay into mechanics. Think of it as a handshake that should be returned by the other party, so that people cannot get the jump on someone who is typing, and or not paying attention.
			* So ideally, the combat indicator should preempt any breakdown into mechanics, and '''you should wait until the other party turns on their combat indicators or if the grace period of five seconds passes.''' You can attack if the opposing party fails to de-escalate or fails to turn on their combat indicator, given that they are not SSD. If you turn on your CI and you see someone typing, please play in good faith and hear them out, especially if they are attempting to de-escalate.
	'''Again, as a reminder, please wait until the other party has their combat indicator on or until the grace period has passed.''' If you see someone turn on their combat indicators, you must turn on your combat indicator before going into combat yourself. Lastly, '''you may not keep your combat indicator on if you are not going into combat. If at least seven ~~second~~ pass and you do not transition into combat, turn off your combat indicator. This is to keep people from "preloading" combat indicators.'''		** However, you do not have to do so if you made it clear this is a one-way deal.
			* '''Again, as a reminder, please wait until the other party has their combat indicator on or until the grace period has passed.'''
	The main aspect you need to keep in mind is to act in moderation, otherwise you will be seen as a player that prioritizes mechanics over roleplay which may get you into trouble. '''Just because you can doesn't mean you should.''' So, even if you can just attack them outright, you should attempt to roleplay first before transitioning into a fight if conditions permit for it~~. Furthermore, stealth items like a sleepy pen do not require combat indicators ever, even in roleplay~~.		** If you see someone turn on their combat indicators, you must turn on your combat indicator before going into combat yourself. Lastly, '''you may not keep your combat indicator on if you are not going into combat. If at least seven seconds pass and you do not transition into combat, turn off your combat indicator. This is to keep people from "preloading" combat indicators.'''
			* The main aspect you need to keep in mind is to act in moderation, otherwise you will be seen as a player that prioritizes mechanics over roleplay which may get you into trouble. '''Just because you can doesn't mean you should.''' So, even if you can just attack them outright, you should attempt to roleplay first before transitioning into a fight if conditions permit for it.
	Please note that open combat can happen and may be expected, especially if hostilities are expected like during an invasion of the station. So, prior context or prior hostilities may already be established, however, players should act in good faith if the hostile party wants to de-escalate for roleplay.		* Please note that open combat can happen and may be expected, especially if hostilities are expected like during an invasion of the station. So, prior context or prior hostilities may already be established, however, players should act in good faith if the hostile party wants to de-escalate for roleplay.
			* Keep in mind the activation and deactivation of combat indicators are logged. Abuse of combat indicators will be punished.
	Keep in mind the activation and deactivation of combat indicators are logged. Abuse of combat indicators will be punished.

	====Key Takeways====		====Key Takeways====
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	''Remember - Combat Indicator or CI must be turned on first before the grace period timer begins.''		''Remember - Combat Indicator or CI must be turned on first before the grace period timer begins.''

	a) If either party is in roleplay, ~~emote hostile intentions or give a final demand. Give them a chance~~ to ~~relent. If~~ they ~~do not submit, turn on CI. Wait at least~~ the ~~grace period of 5-7 seconds for a CI response. If they fail~~ to ~~answer back with a combat indicator and do not show signs of de-escalation~~, ~~i.e. you do not see~~ a ~~typing~~ emote ~~or perhaps a 'wait' from them~~, you ~~are~~ free to ~~engage~~, ~~given that~~ they ~~are~~ not ~~SSD~~. ~~If they do try to de-escalate, give them a chance to do so in good faith if possible. However, you do not have to do so if you made it clear this is your ultimatum. Please see Action-RP Law~~ #~~4 for more detail.~~		# If either party is in roleplay, you should always attempt to roleplay the escalation first, if they try to disengage from the roleplay(start hacking the door to get out, get a weapon out without an emote doing so, etc) you're free to CI and attack as soon as the relevant timer ticks over, should they CI back or not.
			# If neither you or your target is in your roleplay, you may CI assuming you have a solid reason to be attacking them, putting the burden of reacting on them, however this should be done sparingly at best.
	b) If neither you or your target is in your roleplay, you may ~~engage in mechanics without a grace period. While turning on combat indicators is good practice, you may also choose to forgo activating~~ CI if you ~~or your target is not in roleplay and is actively running away. Do not abuse this. If we find that you are abusing this in~~ a ~~way that disrupts or prevents roleplay~~, ~~you will be banned. If you do~~ this ~~in a way to get around roleplay, you will~~ be ~~banned. You need to establish prior context first~~. '''This is a roleplaying server after all. If you want pure action, there are more suitable servers for that.'''		#* '''This is a roleplaying server after all. If you want pure action, there are more suitable servers for that.'''
			# If something is forcing mechanics, i.e. another player, an event like depressurization, and so forth, you are free to engage in mechanics. While it is preferred that you CI first, if you are under immediate duress, you do not have to turn on CI. Do not try to force mechanics in bad faith.
	c) If something is forcing mechanics, i.e. another player, an event like depressurization, and so forth, you are free to engage in mechanics. While it is preferred that you CI first, if you are under immediate duress, you do not have to turn on CI. Do not try to force mechanics in bad faith.

	===2. When to Roleplay, When to Mechanic===		===2. When to Roleplay, When to Mechanic===

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	*You must wait the required grace period or until the other party has their combat indicator turned on. Turning on combat indicators and attacking immediately is still breaking the rules.		*You must wait the required grace period or until the other party has their combat indicator turned on. Turning on combat indicators and attacking immediately is still breaking the rules.
	*Do not preload combat indicators. Use it or lose it.		*Do not preload combat indicators. Use it or lose it.
	*~~Stealth items like~~ a ~~sleepy pen do not require the use of combat indicators~~, ~~even in roleplay, but~~ you ~~should use this in good faith and hopefully use it~~ to ~~create further roleplay rather than merely accomplishing your objectives.~~		*Again, as a final reminder, if someone is doing something that puts you on a timer to react, like actively hacking a door, you do not have to wait the timer after popping CI.
	*Again, as a ~~final reminder~~, you do not have to ~~use~~ the ~~combat indicator when your target is not in roleplay, but you should attempt prior roleplay if possible. This is a roleplay server~~ after ~~all. '''You need to create context if possible~~.~~'''~~

	====Example Scenarios====		====Example Scenarios====

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	====Key Takeways====		====Key Takeways====

	*If you or your target is not in the middle of the roleplay ~~and are currently engaging in active mechanics~~, you do not have to wait the grace period, although you should still turn on the combat indicator. Keep in mind that this does not allow you to start bashing away. This is a roleplay server after all.		*If you or your target is not in the middle of the roleplay (already fighting, or running away w/e), you do not have to wait the grace period, although you should still turn on the combat indicator. Keep in mind that this does not allow you to start bashing away. This is a roleplay server after all.
	*You must wait the required grace period or until the other party has their combat indicator turned on. Turning on combat indicators and attacking immediately is still breaking the rules.		*You must wait the required grace period or until the other party has their combat indicator turned on. Turning on combat indicators and attacking immediately is still breaking the rules.
	*Do not preload combat indicators. Use it or lose it.		*Do not preload combat indicators. Use it or lose it.
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	a) If either party is in roleplay, emote hostile intentions or give a final demand. Give them a chance to relent. If they do not submit, turn on CI. Wait at least the grace period of 5-7 seconds for a CI response. If they fail to answer back with a combat indicator and do not show signs of de-escalation, i.e. you do not see a typing emote or perhaps a 'wait' from them, you are free to engage, given that they are not SSD. If they do try to de-escalate, give them a chance to do so in good faith if possible. However, you do not have to do so if you made it clear this is your ultimatum. Please see Action-RP Law #4 for more detail.		a) If either party is in roleplay, emote hostile intentions or give a final demand. Give them a chance to relent. If they do not submit, turn on CI. Wait at least the grace period of 5-7 seconds for a CI response. If they fail to answer back with a combat indicator and do not show signs of de-escalation, i.e. you do not see a typing emote or perhaps a 'wait' from them, you are free to engage, given that they are not SSD. If they do try to de-escalate, give them a chance to do so in good faith if possible. However, you do not have to do so if you made it clear this is your ultimatum. Please see Action-RP Law #4 for more detail.

	b) If neither you or your target is in your roleplay, you may engage in mechanics without a grace period. While turning on combat indicators is good practice, you may also choose to forgo activating CI if you or your target is not in roleplay and is ~~engaging in active mechanics~~. Do not abuse this. If we find that you are abusing this in a way that disrupts or prevents roleplay, you will be banned. If you do this in a way to get around roleplay, you will be banned. You need to establish prior context first. '''This is a roleplaying server after all. If you want pure action, there are more suitable servers for that.'''		b) If neither you or your target is in your roleplay, you may engage in mechanics without a grace period. While turning on combat indicators is good practice, you may also choose to forgo activating CI if you or your target is not in roleplay and is actively running away. Do not abuse this. If we find that you are abusing this in a way that disrupts or prevents roleplay, you will be banned. If you do this in a way to get around roleplay, you will be banned. You need to establish prior context first. '''This is a roleplaying server after all. If you want pure action, there are more suitable servers for that.'''

	c) If something is forcing mechanics, i.e. another player, an event like depressurization, and so forth, you are free to engage in mechanics. While it is preferred that you CI first, if you are under immediate duress, you do not have to turn on CI. Do not try to force mechanics in bad faith.		c) If something is forcing mechanics, i.e. another player, an event like depressurization, and so forth, you are free to engage in mechanics. While it is preferred that you CI first, if you are under immediate duress, you do not have to turn on CI. Do not try to force mechanics in bad faith.

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	Combat indicators are instrumental in signaling the transitioning from roleplay to combat. Imagine that someone comes up to you and greets you, and you type back to greet him. Yet, just as you're typing your response, he begins to attack you and you're in a hurry to close out of your typing window while he lands hit after hit on you. You are already placed at a disadvantage for trying to roleplay, and this player has exploited that fact to gain an advantage over you. Inherently, anyone trying to earnestly roleplay will always be put at a disadvantage, thus discouraging roleplay-seeking behavior. The combat indicator seeks to mitigate that.		Combat indicators are instrumental in signaling the transitioning from roleplay to combat. Imagine that someone comes up to you and greets you, and you type back to greet him. Yet, just as you're typing your response, he begins to attack you and you're in a hurry to close out of your typing window while he lands hit after hit on you. You are already placed at a disadvantage for trying to roleplay, and this player has exploited that fact to gain an advantage over you. Inherently, anyone trying to earnestly roleplay will always be put at a disadvantage, thus discouraging roleplay-seeking behavior. The combat indicator seeks to mitigate that.

	You may have seen other servers take our concept of combat indicators to use on their own server that befits their server and style, but please note that our approach is different. For one, the combat indicator is a way to show other players that you are interested in transitioning from roleplay into ~~mechanics if you or your target is in the middle of a roleplay and is not engaging in active~~ mechanics. Think of it as a handshake that should be returned by the other party, so that people cannot get the jump on someone who is typing.		You may have seen other servers take our concept of combat indicators to use on their own server that befits their server and style, but please note that our approach is different. For one, the combat indicator is a way to show other players that you are interested in transitioning from roleplay into mechanics. Think of it as a handshake that should be returned by the other party, so that people cannot get the jump on someone who is typing, and or not paying attention.

	So ideally, the combat indicator should preempt any breakdown into mechanics, and '''you should wait until the other party turns on their combat indicators or if the grace period of five to seven seconds passes.''' You can attack if the opposing party fails to de-escalate or fails to turn on their combat indicator, given that they are not SSD. If you turn on your CI and you see someone typing, please play in good faith and hear them out, especially if they are attempting to de-escalate. However, you do not have to do so if you made it clear this is your ultimatum.		So ideally, the combat indicator should preempt any breakdown into mechanics, and '''you should wait until the other party turns on their combat indicators or if the grace period of five to seven seconds passes.''' You can attack if the opposing party fails to de-escalate or fails to turn on their combat indicator, given that they are not SSD. If you turn on your CI and you see someone typing, please play in good faith and hear them out, especially if they are attempting to de-escalate. However, you do not have to do so if you made it clear this is your ultimatum.
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	'''Again, as a reminder, please wait until the other party has their combat indicator on or until the grace period has passed.''' If you see someone turn on their combat indicators, you must turn on your combat indicator before going into combat yourself. Lastly, '''you may not keep your combat indicator on if you are not going into combat. If at least seven second pass and you do not transition into combat, turn off your combat indicator. This is to keep people from "preloading" combat indicators.'''		'''Again, as a reminder, please wait until the other party has their combat indicator on or until the grace period has passed.''' If you see someone turn on their combat indicators, you must turn on your combat indicator before going into combat yourself. Lastly, '''you may not keep your combat indicator on if you are not going into combat. If at least seven second pass and you do not transition into combat, turn off your combat indicator. This is to keep people from "preloading" combat indicators.'''

	'''If you or your target is not in the middle of the roleplay and is engaging in active mechanics, you do not have to wait the grace period, although you should still turn on the combat indicator. Keep in mind that this does not allow you to start bashing away. This is a roleplay server after all, and you should have prior roleplay and context with the individual, otherwise you will be accused of being "no roleplay".'''		The main aspect you need to keep in mind is to act in moderation, otherwise you will be seen as a player that prioritizes mechanics over roleplay which may get you into trouble. '''Just because you can doesn't mean you should.''' So, even if you can just attack them outright, you should attempt to roleplay first before transitioning into a fight if conditions permit for it. Furthermore, stealth items like a sleepy pen do not require combat indicators ever, even in roleplay.

	The main aspect you need to keep in mind is to act in moderation, otherwise you will be seen as a player that prioritizes mechanics over roleplay which may get you into trouble. '''Just because you can doesn't mean you should.''' So, even if you can just attack them outright, you should attempt to roleplay first before transitioning into a fight if conditions permit for it~~. However, we understand if you need to gain the initiative by ambushing someone, given that you act in moderation~~. Furthermore, stealth items like a sleepy pen do not require combat indicators ever, even in roleplay.

	Please note that open combat can happen and may be expected, especially if hostilities are expected like during an invasion of the station. So, prior context or prior hostilities may already be established, however, players should act in good faith if the hostile party wants to de-escalate for roleplay.		Please note that open combat can happen and may be expected, especially if hostilities are expected like during an invasion of the station. So, prior context or prior hostilities may already be established, however, players should act in good faith if the hostile party wants to de-escalate for roleplay.
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	*You must wait the required grace period or until the other party has their combat indicator turned on. Turning on combat indicators and attacking immediately is still breaking the rules.		*You must wait the required grace period or until the other party has their combat indicator turned on. Turning on combat indicators and attacking immediately is still breaking the rules.
	*Do not preload combat indicators. Use it or lose it.		*Do not preload combat indicators. Use it or lose it.
	*If they are not roleplaying and '''are engaging in active mechanics''', you are allowed to ambush them, given that you do not abuse this. Try to avoid coming off as a player that is using this to get around roleplay.
	*Stealth items like a sleepy pen do not require the use of combat indicators, even in roleplay, but you should use this in good faith and hopefully use it to create further roleplay rather than merely accomplishing your objectives.		*Stealth items like a sleepy pen do not require the use of combat indicators, even in roleplay, but you should use this in good faith and hopefully use it to create further roleplay rather than merely accomplishing your objectives.
	*Again, as a final reminder, you do not have to use the combat indicator when your target is not in roleplay, but you should attempt prior roleplay if possible. This is a roleplay server after all. '''You need to create context if possible.'''		*Again, as a final reminder, you do not have to use the combat indicator when your target is not in roleplay, but you should attempt prior roleplay if possible. This is a roleplay server after all. '''You need to create context if possible.'''

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	#'''Quickly review over our Server Rules here [Recommended]:''' [[Server Rules\|Skyrat 13 Ruleset]] and [https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTJHKobD7aUhFjO5BjclJ-REE4BAwjlv6Wfwb_XXDY2h5kwgTAvhB_usmy2yLKKN4mZNgSsXpL7wmLc/pub Temporary Measures] - The idea is to get a basic overview of what is and what is not allowed. Most are just common sense.		#'''Quickly review over our Server Rules here [Recommended]:''' [[Server Rules\|Skyrat 13 Ruleset]] and [https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTJHKobD7aUhFjO5BjclJ-REE4BAwjlv6Wfwb_XXDY2h5kwgTAvhB_usmy2yLKKN4mZNgSsXpL7wmLc/pub Temporary Measures] - The idea is to get a basic overview of what is and what is not allowed. Most are just common sense.
	#'''Lightly read through our General Player Policy & Standards [Required]:''' [[General Player Policy and Standards]]		#'''Lightly read through our General Player Policy & Standards [Required]:''' [[General Player Policy and Standards]]
	#'''Read our ERP Courtesy Policy [Required]:''' Miscellaneous Roleplaying Policy		#'''Read Skyrat Guide on Roleplay Excellent [Recommended; Required if Lacking in Heavy Roleplay Experience]:''' [[Guide to Roleplaying Excellency]]
			#'''Read our ERP Courtesy Policy [Required]:''' [[Misc Roleplaying Policy\|Miscellaneous Roleplaying Policy]]
	#'''Thoroughly read our Action-RP Lawset [Required]:'''		#'''Thoroughly read our Action-RP Lawset [Required]:'''

Quacks: Small update as requested.

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Small update as requested.

Quacks: Added rules table and categorized this page.

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	Once your application is accepted, you are ready to be whitelisted. When this happens, you need to notify a staff member when you are able to join. They will need to whitelist, and you will need to join. A whitelist is not verified and made permanent, unless you join. Once you join, the whitelisting process is over. You are now part of the Skyrat Crew!		Once your application is accepted, you are ready to be whitelisted. When this happens, you need to notify a staff member when you are able to join. They will need to whitelist, and you will need to join. A whitelist is not verified and made permanent, unless you join. Once you join, the whitelisting process is over. You are now part of the Skyrat Crew!


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	Combat indicators are instrumental in signaling the transitioning from roleplay to combat. Imagine that someone comes up to you and greets you, and you type back to greet him. Yet, just as you're typing your response, he begins to attack you and you're in a hurry to close out of your typing window while he lands hit after hit on you. You are already placed at a disadvantage for trying to roleplay, and this player has exploited that fact to gain an advantage over you. Inherently, anyone trying to earnestly roleplay will always be put at a disadvantage, thus discouraging roleplay-seeking behavior. The combat indicator seeks to mitigate that.		Combat indicators are instrumental in signaling the transitioning from roleplay to combat. Imagine that someone comes up to you and greets you, and you type back to greet him. Yet, just as you're typing your response, he begins to attack you and you're in a hurry to close out of your typing window while he lands hit after hit on you. You are already placed at a disadvantage for trying to roleplay, and this player has exploited that fact to gain an advantage over you. Inherently, anyone trying to earnestly roleplay will always be put at a disadvantage, thus discouraging roleplay-seeking behavior. The combat indicator seeks to mitigate that.

	You may have seen other servers take our concept of combat indicators to use on their own server that befits their server and style, but please note that our approach is different. For one, the combat indicator is a way to show other players that you are interested in transitioning from roleplay into mechanics ~~'''~~if you or your target is in the middle of a roleplay.~~'''~~ Think of it as a handshake that should be returned by the other party, so that people cannot get the jump on someone who is typing.		You may have seen other servers take our concept of combat indicators to use on their own server that befits their server and style, but please note that our approach is different. For one, the combat indicator is a way to show other players that you are interested in transitioning from roleplay into mechanics if you or your target is in the middle of a roleplay and is not engaging in active mechanics. Think of it as a handshake that should be returned by the other party, so that people cannot get the jump on someone who is typing.

	So ideally, the combat indicator should preempt any breakdown into mechanics, and '''you should wait until the other party turns on their combat indicators or if the grace period of five to seven seconds passes.''' You can attack if the opposing party fails to de-escalate or fails to turn on their combat indicator, given that they are not SSD. If you turn on your CI and you see someone typing, please play in good faith and hear them out, especially if they are attempting to de-escalate. However, you do not have to do so if you made it clear this is your ultimatum.		So ideally, the combat indicator should preempt any breakdown into mechanics, and '''you should wait until the other party turns on their combat indicators or if the grace period of five to seven seconds passes.''' You can attack if the opposing party fails to de-escalate or fails to turn on their combat indicator, given that they are not SSD. If you turn on your CI and you see someone typing, please play in good faith and hear them out, especially if they are attempting to de-escalate. However, you do not have to do so if you made it clear this is your ultimatum.
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	'''Again, as a reminder, please wait until the other party has their combat indicator on or until the grace period has passed.''' If you see someone turn on their combat indicators, you must turn on your combat indicator before going into combat yourself. Lastly, '''you may not keep your combat indicator on if you are not going into combat. If at least seven second pass and you do not transition into combat, turn off your combat indicator. This is to keep people from "preloading" combat indicators.'''		'''Again, as a reminder, please wait until the other party has their combat indicator on or until the grace period has passed.''' If you see someone turn on their combat indicators, you must turn on your combat indicator before going into combat yourself. Lastly, '''you may not keep your combat indicator on if you are not going into combat. If at least seven second pass and you do not transition into combat, turn off your combat indicator. This is to keep people from "preloading" combat indicators.'''

	'''If you or your target is not in the middle of the roleplay, you do not have to wait the grace period, although you should still turn on the combat indicator. Keep in mind that this does not allow you to start bashing away. This is a roleplay server after all, and you should have prior roleplay and context with the individual, otherwise you will be accused of being "no roleplay". '''		'''If you or your target is not in the middle of the roleplay and is engaging in active mechanics, you do not have to wait the grace period, although you should still turn on the combat indicator. Keep in mind that this does not allow you to start bashing away. This is a roleplay server after all, and you should have prior roleplay and context with the individual, otherwise you will be accused of being "no roleplay".'''

	The main aspect you need to keep in mind is to act in moderation, otherwise you will be seen as a player that prioritizes mechanics over roleplay which may get you into trouble. '''Just because you can doesn't mean you should.''' So, even if you can just attack them outright, you should attempt to roleplay first before transitioning into a fight if conditions permit for it. However, we understand if you need to gain the initiative by ambushing someone, given that you act in moderation. Furthermore, stealth items like a sleepy pen do not require combat indicators ever, even in roleplay.		The main aspect you need to keep in mind is to act in moderation, otherwise you will be seen as a player that prioritizes mechanics over roleplay which may get you into trouble. '''Just because you can doesn't mean you should.''' So, even if you can just attack them outright, you should attempt to roleplay first before transitioning into a fight if conditions permit for it. However, we understand if you need to gain the initiative by ambushing someone, given that you act in moderation. Furthermore, stealth items like a sleepy pen do not require combat indicators ever, even in roleplay.
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	*If you or your target is not in the middle of the roleplay, you do not have to wait the grace period, although you should still turn on the combat indicator. Keep in mind that this does not allow you to start bashing away. This is a roleplay server after all.		*If you or your target is not in the middle of the roleplay and are currently engaging in active mechanics, you do not have to wait the grace period, although you should still turn on the combat indicator. Keep in mind that this does not allow you to start bashing away. This is a roleplay server after all.
	*You must wait the required grace period or until the other party has their combat indicator turned on. Turning on combat indicators and attacking immediately is still breaking the rules.		*You must wait the required grace period or until the other party has their combat indicator turned on. Turning on combat indicators and attacking immediately is still breaking the rules.
	*Do not preload combat indicators. Use it or lose it.		*Do not preload combat indicators. Use it or lose it.
	*If they are not roleplaying, you are allowed to ambush them, given that you do not abuse this. Try to avoid coming off as a player that is using this to get around roleplay.		*If they are not roleplaying and '''are engaging in active mechanics''', you are allowed to ambush them, given that you do not abuse this. Try to avoid coming off as a player that is using this to get around roleplay.
	*Stealth items like a sleepy pen do not require the use of combat indicators, even in roleplay, but you should use this in good faith and hopefully use it to create further roleplay rather than merely accomplishing your objectives.		*Stealth items like a sleepy pen do not require the use of combat indicators, even in roleplay, but you should use this in good faith and hopefully use it to create further roleplay rather than merely accomplishing your objectives.
	*Again, as a final reminder, you do not have to use the combat indicator when your target is not in roleplay, but you should attempt prior roleplay if possible. This is a roleplay server after all. '''You need to create context if possible.'''		*Again, as a final reminder, you do not have to use the combat indicator when your target is not in roleplay, but you should attempt prior roleplay if possible. This is a roleplay server after all. '''You need to create context if possible.'''
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	a) If either party is in roleplay, emote hostile intentions or give a final demand. Give them a chance to relent. If they do not submit, turn on CI. Wait at least the grace period of 5-7 seconds for a CI response. If they fail to answer back with a combat indicator and do not show signs of de-escalation, i.e. you do not see a typing emote or perhaps a 'wait' from them, you are free to engage, given that they are not SSD. If they do try to de-escalate, give them a chance to do so in good faith if possible. However, you do not have to do so if you made it clear this is your ultimatum. Please see Action-RP Law #4 for more detail.		a) If either party is in roleplay, emote hostile intentions or give a final demand. Give them a chance to relent. If they do not submit, turn on CI. Wait at least the grace period of 5-7 seconds for a CI response. If they fail to answer back with a combat indicator and do not show signs of de-escalation, i.e. you do not see a typing emote or perhaps a 'wait' from them, you are free to engage, given that they are not SSD. If they do try to de-escalate, give them a chance to do so in good faith if possible. However, you do not have to do so if you made it clear this is your ultimatum. Please see Action-RP Law #4 for more detail.

	b) If neither you or your target is in your roleplay, you may engage in mechanics without a grace period. While turning on combat indicators is good practice, you may also choose to forgo activating CI if you or your target is not in roleplay. Do not abuse this. If we find that you are abusing this in a way that disrupts or prevents roleplay, you will be banned. If you do this in a way to get around roleplay, you will be banned. You need to establish prior context first. '''This is a roleplaying server after all. If you want pure action, there are more suitable servers for that.'''		b) If neither you or your target is in your roleplay, you may engage in mechanics without a grace period. While turning on combat indicators is good practice, you may also choose to forgo activating CI if you or your target is not in roleplay and is engaging in active mechanics. Do not abuse this. If we find that you are abusing this in a way that disrupts or prevents roleplay, you will be banned. If you do this in a way to get around roleplay, you will be banned. You need to establish prior context first. '''This is a roleplaying server after all. If you want pure action, there are more suitable servers for that.'''

	c) If something is forcing mechanics, i.e. another player, an event like depressurization, and so forth, you are free to engage in mechanics. While it is preferred that you CI first, if you are under immediate duress, you do not have to turn on CI. Do not try to force mechanics in bad faith.		c) If something is forcing mechanics, i.e. another player, an event like depressurization, and so forth, you are free to engage in mechanics. While it is preferred that you CI first, if you are under immediate duress, you do not have to turn on CI. Do not try to force mechanics in bad faith.