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■▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬■ The Black Star Member's Universal Instruction Manual, Version 2.5 ■▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬■ ~Recent Changes~ Changed the rules for member activity and blacklisting. Some minor terminology changes.
Date Last Updated: March 22nd, 2015 ■▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬■ TABLE OF CONTENTS
[1] Introduction [2] The Rules, in a Nutshell [3] Discipline Process [4] The Blacklist [5] Reporting Process [6] Appeal Process [7] Immediate Exile Conditions [8] Rules and Regulations
Use CTRL+F to quickly skip to any section of this guide. Send all questions, comments and suggestions to the account UniversalBlackStar. ■▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬■ [1] Introduction
The Black Star Member's Universal Instruction Manual lists all of our organization's basic rules. They apply to all members of the Black Star Organization and its divisions. These rules can and will be updated as needed.
When the rules are updated, members of the group will be notified through the group shout and description.
By joining the group, you agree to read and follow all of these rules (including when they're updated) - and to the consequences you will receive if you refuse to.
More specific guidelines for HRs, alliances, terms of war, etc. can be found in the Black Star Codex. ■▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬■ [2] The Rules, in a Nutshell
This is the simplified version of this guide, the bare minimum you need to know. For more detail, see below. Keep in mind that to reach a HR position you will eventually need to read this and other guides in full.
These rules apply to all members regardless of rank.
►You must be in one division other than 'The Black Star Organization' and ranked Enlist+ to be considered a member.
►If you notice people breaking the rules, report it to any HR ranked Supervisor+ or the account UniversalBlackStar.
►If you have comments, suggestions, or questions, send them to the account UniversalBlackStar. All messages sent to this account are read and considered.
►Wear the uniform at all times when representing the group. Obey all instructions given to you by HRs (for exceptions see below).
►Be polite, respectful and mature to EVERYONE while representing the group. This includes group members, allies, the neutral and ESPECIALLY enemies.
►While on duty, you are expected to act professionally. Don't respond to others' immaturity. Don't ask for promotions unless it's been a month or more (see below).
►You must use correct spelling and grammar at least enough to be easily understood.
►Refer to HRs by "sir"/"ma'am" or their rank name occasionally while speaking to them. Don't do this during raids or defenses.
►Every member, of any rank, deserves to be treated with respect and kindness. Lower-ranked members are not inferior.
►You must be at least moderately active if you want to maintain your rank.
►One alt allowed (see details below).
►Don't break oaths, lie, betray us, offer bribes or anything else of the sort or you will be strictly punished.
►You are expected to take our side in wars.
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If you are caught breaking one of these rules, you will be punished by a HR (a member ranked Coordinator+) according to this process.
There are three types of rules; MINOR rules, MODERATE rules and MAJOR rules. Breaking a minor rule has minor consequences, a moderate rule moderate consequences, etc.
If you continue to break rules after being given a consequence, stricter consequences will follow.
LIST OF CONSEQUENCES
►Warning. The HR will warn the member by PM, chat, or wall post to stop his/her misbehavior. There is only one warning, this is your second chance. This is the standard consequence for breaking a MINOR RULE.
►Kick. If you continue to break rules after being warned, you will be kicked from the event. You can return by re-joining the server.
►Ban. If you re-join and then continue to break rules, you will be banned from that server until the end of the group event. This is the standard consequence for breaking a MODERATE RULE or breaking many MINOR RULES.
►Demotion. This is a serious consequence. The member will have their rank in the group reduced by at least one rank (maximum: to the Recruit rank). If reaching their current rank required passing some sort of test, they will have to redo that test to regain their rank. This is the standard consequence for breaking a MAJOR RULE.
►Exile. The member is permanently removed from the Organization and all of its divisions and may not return without the personal authorization of the Commander (unless they were framed, and prove themselves innocent).
Exiled members will be blacklisted (see below).
When a member is demoted, the HR who demoted them is required to send a brief PM to the member explaining why they were demoted. This does not apply if the HR is unable to contact the member due to privacy settings.
NOTE: In rare cases, a member may be suspended instead of demoted or exiled. Suspended members are demoted to Recruit for the length of their suspension and are not allowed to participate in any group events.
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The Blacklist is a list kept by the Commander of people who are not allowed to join the Organization. Anyone exiled from the group is automatically put on the Blacklist.
People outside the group may also be put on the Blacklist, for instance if they are seen: ►Exploiting/Hacking ►Scamming ►Stealing or copying our technology ►etc.
With good reason, Commissioners+ are entrusted to add users to the Blacklist. To be removed from the Blacklist, you will need the personal authorization of the Commander.
Anyone on the Blacklist will be exiled without warning.
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If you see a member breaking a rule and no consequence is given, you are encouraged to anonymously report it by PM to any HR ranked Supervisor+.
If a HR broke the rule, report it to someone of a higher rank than them.
Include as much true information and evidence as possible in your report. Screenshots or video evidence recommended. Also list the usernames of any witnesses you can remember.
Your username will not be mentioned unless unavoidable. This is a secure anonymous system.
►Do NOT send a report to every single HR. If it's very important (ex: a HR is planning on betraying the group), PM a Crown Council member or the Commander.
►Do NOT report any misbehavior that's on the group wall or shout (we'll see it anyway).
►Do NOT report any misbehavior that has already been dealt with, unless it was dealt with improperly (i.e. in a way that's against the rules).
►Do NOT lie/abuse this system. Anyone who submits a false report will be demoted.
NOTE: You may also report misbehavior to UniversalBlackStar, but expect a slightly longer response time.
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If you feel that you were unfairly punished by a HR, send a PM to the account UniversalBlackStar, explaining the situation.
Include the username of the HR who gave you the punishment, and as much evidence as possible. Be honest in your appeal.
►Each member is only entitled to one appeal per punishment.
►If an appeal is rejected, there will be no penalty (unless lies were involved), but you may not submit another appeal for that issue.
►One appeal PM only. No more. If you abuse this system in any way, there will be consequences.
NOTE: All decisions made through this process, or by Crown Council+, are final and may not be appealed. ■▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬■ [7] Immediate Exile Conditions
Any member of the Organization will be exiled from the group immediately if caught:
►Posting or linking to adult content ►Copying or stealing group technology ►Trying to scam others ►Discriminating against others (race, gender, etc) ►Joining the group solely to spam the group wall ►Doing something incredibly unintelligent (as deemed by us) ►Cheating in an election ►In the group while blacklisted
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You are expected to read and follow all of these rules while representing the group. You are representing the group when you're:
►Wearing the group uniform ►At a group event ►Completing a task given to you by a HR ►At an allied group's event ►Whenever you make a statement that indicates that you're speaking on behalf of the Organization
Note that penalties for breaking these rules will be increased for HRs, who are not exempt from these rules.
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We currently have two group divisions: ►The Black Star Organization http://www.roblox.com/groups/group.aspx?gid=1158543
►Black Star Military http://www.roblox.com/groups/group.aspx?gid=1158605
You must be in one of our divisions (other than the central division group) and ranked above Recruit to be considered a member.
You must be in the central division and at least one other division if you're a HR. ■▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬■ Group Uniforms [MINOR RULE]
While representing the group, you must wear our group uniform. If you can't afford it, wear the temporary T-shirt (with no shirt over it, and a white torso).
►Body packages are not allowed. All hats are allowed. ►Custom uniforms must be approved by Crown Council+.
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You must be polite on the group wall, and follow the rules on Socialization (see below).
►Do not start arguments, disrespect, insult or harass others. ►Do not spam the group wall. ►You will be exiled if you link to adult content.
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You are expected to be mature and act professionally at all times when representing the group.
►Do not create unneeded conflicts. ►Do not respond to enemy taunts, 'flame', or do anything else that could be reasonably labelled 'unprofessional'. ►You are not to deliberately portray the Organization negatively (ex: "This group sucks!")
Constructive criticism and suggestions are allowed. However, you may only state them when it is appropriate (use your common sense). To guarantee that your suggestion or comment will be considered, send it to the account UniversalBlackStar by PM.
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You are expected to use mostly correct spelling, grammar and punctuation while typing. It doesn't need to be perfect, but there's a problem if you're not easily understandable.
►This is especially the case when allies or enemies are in the server. ►'Safechatters' are not allowed to join. ►Non-English speakers are not allowed to join.
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TOWARDS MEMBERS OF THE SAME RANK ►Be respectful and polite to all members of the Organization. You must be mature and professional. ►Don't do or say anything that could be easily misinterpreted, or that makes others uncomfortable.
TOWARDS LOWER RANKS ►Treat LRs with the same amount of respect as those of the same rank as you are. ►If you do not do this, expect consequences.
TOWARDS HIGHER RANKS ►Treat HRs with respect and professionalism. You may joke or speak more casually to HRs only if they allow you to or when off-duty (not representing the group).
►Refer to HRs as "sir"/"ma'am" or by their rank name (ex: "General!") if asking a question or addressing them. Only call them by their username if they tell you that you may. Ignore this during a raid/defense, as communication is more important.
►If a HR is breaking group rules, report them - see section 5.
TOWARDS ALLIES ►Treat allies the same way you would higher-ranked members, minus the titles ("sir"/"ma'am"/etc. is optional). ►While allies are nearby, ensure that you are on your best behavior. ►Note that allied HRs do not have authority over any Black Star member without our advance permission.
TOWARDS ENEMIES ►Do not flame or insult enemies. Act professionally. ►Do not raid/attack enemies unless we are officially at war. ►Ignore and do not respond to all enemies' taunts/flames. We ignore others' immaturity.
TOWARDS NEUTRAL/UNIDENTIFIED ►Be polite, and don't make the group look bad.
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To maintain a high MR+ position, you will need to be fairly active within the Organization. If you are deemed too inactive, you will be given a warning by PM. If you don't respond within 4 days, you will be demoted to Recruit.
►If you will be inactive for a long time for any valid reason, notify the account UniversalBlackStar by PM.
►One second chance will be given for inactivity. You will be allowed to reclaim your rank (if demoted) when you become active again by requesting this by PM to UniversalBlackStar. No third chances, though.
EXCEPTION: If you are unable to report your absence due to urgent real-life matters, this is not a problem provided you explain what happened upon your return. Do not lie, however. ■▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬■ Obedience [MODERATE RULE]
You must obey all orders/instructions given to you by HRs. They are HRs for a reason.
EXCEPTIONS: ►The order is illegal. ►The order is against the group rules. ►The order would cause harm or is counterproductive to the Organization (if you know why and the HR doesn't, you may politely inform them why after requesting PTS if needed).
You are allowed to challenge these types of orders by sending a report to Crown Council+, explaining the full situation. You may also PM the account UniversalBlackStar, but expect a slightly longer response time.
►If you are correct, the HR will face a penalty. ►If you are incorrect, you lose the right to challenge orders for 14 days' time. ■▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬■ Promotions [MODERATE RULE]
Do NOT expect a promotion every time you attend a group event.
To gain promotions, be loyal, active, contribute to the group and follow the rules. Doing this for long enough guarantees you a promotion.
►Don't request promotions, or you're much less likely to get them. ►Some positions require elections or special evaluations to reach. Plan accordingly.
If you haven't been promoted for a month or more despite following all of the above, you may send ONE, and only one, promotion request to the account UniversalBlackStar. If you are in any way dishonest in this request, you will be exiled - beware.
You may not be promoted more than once a day, unless: ►This is an alt, and you're already at that rank (once only). ►You're regaining your old rank after the end of a suspension or a second chance to become active.
EXCEPTION: Crown Council+ may promote/demote as many ranks as needed.
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You may join the group with ONE alternate account, and have the alternate account promoted to your current rank.
You are fully responsible for the actions of the alternate account.
►You must send a PM to the account UniversalBlackStar and request to have your alt promoted to your current rank, clearly mentioning that it's your alt.
►The alt's profile must be clearly labelled with "Alt of Username" or something similar in the first 5 lines.
►Your alt will be subject to the same consequences that your main account is. If we discover more than one alt, or secret alts, expect serious consequences.
EXCEPTION: Crown Council+ may authorize any member to join the group with and/or use as many alts as needed for group-related purposes.
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An oath is a serious promise of commitment and obedience. Members who make an oath (for instance, upon entering certain divisions) are expected to keep said oath. Be sure to understand what you're agreeing to.
If you refuse to take an oath, you won't be allowed entrance to certain divisions/promoted to certain ranks.
Breaking an oath has serious consequences, unless the breach isn't your fault. ►1st Breach: Suspension (7 days) ►2nd Breach: Demotion ►3rd Breach: Exile
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Do NOT lie whatsoever in any report, transmission, PM, wall post or any other message directed at other members of the Organization.
►No matter how small the lie. ►Penalties will be stricter if you are caught lying to HRs.
EXCEPTION: You have the right not to give out personal information (ex: where you live) or any information that could endanger you/others if given out. If HRs are trying to pressure you into saying this, report them (see Section 5).
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Do not offer bribes to other members or allies of the Organization in exchange for preferential treatment or personal gain, or to cover up a loss or failure. You can and will be exiled.
►If someone offers you a bribe, take the bribe money if it's offered up front (you can use it as evidence, and enjoy the extra spending money), and REPORT IT TO CROWN COUNCIL+ IMMEDIATELY. You may also PM the account UniversalBlackStar.
►If you do not report bribery or attempted bribery, you will be considered an accomplice and punished.
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Do not betray the Organization in any way. This includes but is not limited to:
►Spy work for other groups ►Actively supporting enemies (including financially) ►Giving out/selling group secrets/tech ►Manipulating group members/decisions ►Admin Attacks (demoting/exiling without reason)
Stay out of groups that are enemies of the Organization. You may not conduct spy missions without authorization.
If you're in an enemy group when (non-friendly) war breaks out, you're expected to take our side. If you refuse to, you will be demoted to Recruit for the duration of the war.
If you do not report treason, you will be considered an accomplice and punished.
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Do not hack/exploit at any group places. Anyone who does this (member or not), will be blacklisted and/or exiled.
Do not hack/exploit at any group event (this includes raids against other groups) or while representing the group. Anyone who does this will be blacklisted and exiled.
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Do not copy our group logos, uniforms, advertisements, places, technology, or anything else from us.
Do not steal funds from us in any way.
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