Server Rules

General Rules

  1. All members are expected to treat each other with respect in and out of roleplay.
  2. We have a zero tolerance towards discrimination of any kind. Discrimination can include, but not limited to:
    • Race
    • Religion
    • Sex
    • Ethnicity
  3. No offensive or inappropriate usernames, banners, profile pictures or character names are allowed. (Ex: Mike Hunt)
  4. Any rules not listed, are up to SantosRP staff to enforce. staff will consult with SantosRP management about rules not outlined. Just because it is not stated here, does not mean you can partake.

Roleplay Requirements

  1. You must have a clear sounding, working microphone.
  2. You must be at least 16 years old to play on SantosRP.
  3. Character names should be realistic.
  4. Using cheats, exploits or game mechanic to win or gain advantage is not allowed. It is against the rules to not report exploits/cheats to staff.
  5. Voice-changers are up to staff discretion. You will be asked to remove your voice change if it is not realistic.
  6. You should always remain in-character at all times. Anything that happens while you are in-city will be considered in-character.
  7. Scenarios of rape, torture, under-age RP or sexual assault are not allowed.
  8. You are not allowed to respawn on an active scene, or return to the scene where your character died.
  9. Combat logging is not allowed. Members who disconnect to avoid punishment in-character will be punished.
  10. W-only mentality is prohibited. Experience loss of items, being downed are all part of the roleplay process.

Metagaming

  1. Metagaming is the act of using information that was gained in-character. Examples of metagaming:
    • Using information gained via Discord (All information from Santos main Discord is considered OOC.).
    • Using information gained via streaming platforms (Twitch, Kick, etc.).
    • Using information from another character.
    • Giving your friend a lower sentence on your cop character.
    • Discovering a location for something illegal on your cop character and using it on your criminal.

Fail RP

  1. Fail RP is a blanket term for behaviors that break rules or immersion or RP. This includes but not limited to:
    • RDM (Random Death Match) or VDM (Vehicular Death Match); killing players without a valid reason.
    • Cop Baiting; Trying to attract LEO with no gain to the development of your character or providing roleplay.
    • Value Your Character; If a firearm is pulled on you, you should follow the demands of the aggressor. If your character is shot, you should RP being shot.
    • Unrealistic Driving; Driving off the side of a mountain.

Green Zones

  1. Green Zones are safe areas define around the map. These areas are for passive RP; no criminal or violent RP allowed.
  2. There are no permanent green zones on the map. Green zones are usually designated for community events by staff or management.

Staff

  1. Impersonation of server staff will result in a ban, without warning.
  2. Disrespect of staff will not be tolerated.
  3. There is no application to join the staff team. Members are hand-picked by staff and management.
  4. Staff are not allowed to abuse their powers. All actions are logged and monitored by management.
  5. Memebers should not be asking OOC questions to staff in-character. They should all be in Discord (ticket, suggestion, etc.)
  6. Staff do not handle server-related problems through DMs. Please respect people's private messages.Do not expect a response from staff via a DM.

Reimbursements

  1. Reimbursements are never guaranteed, but will be taken into consideration if they were because of: RDM, VDM, FailRP, etc.
  2. Clips should accompany your request as well as much information as you can provide (crash logs, console logs, etc.).

Reporting Players

  1. Player reports are considered out of character. Clips should be provided to support your report. Without a clip, it becomes he said, she said.
  2. Things that should be reported:
    • RDM
    • VDM
    • OOC Interactions
    • Exploits/Cheats
    • Harassment
    • Trolling