The following is cross-posted from our #vrpn-rules channel in Discord. These are the rules under which our community governs itself.

1. Diversity, Inclusion, Safety, & Respect
Respect fellow guildmates and gamers. Gamers, especially here in the VRPN, are from many walks of life. Step outside your bubble, strive to understand, honor boundaries, seek and maintain consent, and keep a chill gamer space.

And to state clearly: The VRPN is LGBTQIA+ inclusive and opposed to bigotry and discrimination of any kind (bigotry including but not limited to sexism, racism, anti-semitism, etc.).

Members are also expected to extend this philosophy to fellow gamers in all communities the VRPN takes part in.

2. Keep Disagreements Constructive
Disagreements happen. Stay constructive and work towards understanding. Also, do not add more conflict by intentionally starting or perpetuating it — this includes purposeful instigation with someone, inflaming conflict between others, or unproductively rumor mongering.

In the case of disagreements publicly escalating in VRPN-moderated channels (e.g., Discord, in-game guild channels), Leads, Moderators, and Admins are responsible for deescalating situations and moderating channels. Respect this responsibility and take their intervention as notice that it’s time to constructively talk things out or mediate.

3. Conflict Resolution is a Team Effort
Everyone is expected to first try and resolve conflicts they start or are involved in. However, if there is an impasse or you don’t know what to do, don’t hesitate to ask for help or an impartial mediator (Lead, Moderator, Admin).

Second, if you feel someone has crossed a line that makes you uncomfortable, try and talk to that person first. If you are unsure how or a talk does not relieve the discomfort, don’t hesitate to contact a Lead, Mod, or Admin. You are not alone.

Finally, the need for a mediator is sometimes a necessary and even positive step. It’s not to be met with escalating conflict further. Feelings are valid and you’re part of a team — as such, members are expected to enter mediation with good-faith intent towards resolution.

4. Be Excellent to Each Other
In All Roleplay:

• Do not meta, godmod, or break game/tabletop Lore.
• Keep in-character and out-of-character lines separate.
• This is not an ERP community — as such, solicitations of such activities towards fellow members is unwelcome. Seek such activities elsewhere. In addition, no NSFW art or writings are permitted in this space, and any such content by members outside this space cannot use others’ VRPN characters without explicit player consent. This also falls under our #1 rule.

In All Gameplay:

• Keep salty attitudes out of chat and gameplay.
• Give and receive: Ask and learn as much as you reach out and help others.
• Honor gameplay levels fellow guildies wish to have — be it casual or hardcore, bring your chill or A-game accordingly.

5. Remember to Have Fun
Remember, this is roleplay and game time — enjoy yourself and take breaks when you need to.