Staff Guidebook

Rules and Guidelines

 * You can't favor people. If someone broke a rule you need to tell them this. On the other hand don't loom over people you dislike, waiting for them to break a rule.


 * If someone breaks a rule that is pretty easy to break then just gently remind them. You'll probably start recognizing users that are causing issues and can remove them.


 * Don't demote your fellow moderators without speaking to me.


 * Any spamming or advertising should be warned then reported to me if it continues. (Advertising is ok in group chats but not in the main studios!)


 * Log any issues in the Moderator Logbook please.


 * People get 3 warnings on major rules (godmodding, bullying, etc.) and 5 back-to-back warnings on minor rules (forcing things on others, etc.) then they need to get removed. Of course any major offenses will eventually wear off but if the offenses are in the same month they need to go.


 * Demotion of moderators is caused by abusing their power, going beyond their power or getting 3 warnings on major rules. After that their warnings will reset to normal and they won't be invited back until they slowly help out the community.


 * Moderators are the heart of this community and you guys have control over lots of fun things. You can get the community to take part in CC's, M.A.P's, polls, contests and other fun out of character events.


 * Give new players leniency on the rules. They must still adhere to them but don't remove them as quickly as someone who's used to the rules.
 * Treat everyone with respect, regardless of what they've done. Do not personally attack people for their actions, just remain calm and report them if necessary.
 * Never shrug off suggestions or criticism. They can help keep T&C fresh and fun for everybody.
 * Try not to reprimand people in roleplay or in a string of messages with lots of people. If you can, remind them on their profiles.
 * If a string of oorp messages is getting out of hand take it to a private studio or something to talk about it.
 * There's no reason to get mad at people. Your job as a mod is to remain calm in all situations.
 * Whatever the problem is, never delete a studio affiliated with T&C. All work created in T&C shouldn't be removed unless the creator decides to delete it.