RULES (yes, rules)

[Synthetik]

Im not going to be a complete asshole about rules, so i will be open to suggestions... PM me or any mod for suggestions, the second you abuse this is the second you will be banned.

1: DO NOT SPAM WITHIN INAPPROPRIATE SECTIONS, there is a section for that shit
2: No heated arguments, take that to the PM messaging section
3: Start threads in appointed sections, spam threads for spam section, crossbreed news in crossbreed news, other band stuff in other bands' section, and stupid shit in spam section
4: DO NOT bitch about other members, USE the , buttons to the side to block or unblock them. IF they are still bothering you, PM with person's username, offense, and link or c/p to/of offense.
5: Be MINDFUL of others, do not talk shit if there is no solid reason to. IF someone starts something YOU have ONE (1) chance to retaliate, after that PM each other.
6: Do not start new threads about old,already made shit. People who do so will be spanked in the face and banned from making threads.
7: DO NOT PUT WORDS INTO CROSSBREED'S MOUTH, do not disperse unneccesary bullshit about the band that WILL cause problems among fans, unless of course you have solid proof. PM a staff member about news AND if approved post news.
8: No noob hating. Hasn't happened yet, but if it does, its here.
9: PLEASE, do not beg to be a mod. That's a full staff decision, not a single mod's.
10: Do not request band material (MP3's, Videos, and other forms of media) from other members UNLESS you have proof of confirmation from a band member to recieve. I know its bullshit to fans and band members, but we really have to regulate things like that.

Those are the Ten Crossbreed Message Board Commandments follow these rules or :

Consequences/Punishment (in order)
1: PM warning
2: Sidebar warning
3: Banned for two hours if rules are breached during warning time, time stacks with multiple offences
4: THREE sidebar warnings in a forty eight hour period WILL result in a full day PLUS time already serving if any.
5: Banishment for a total of five days will result in account deletion
6: Making a new account AND continuing infractions will force us to delete your account and every consequential thereafter. EVEN if reformation has taken place.
7: If somehow offender makes it to this point, which hopefully is highly unlikely. I will be forced to hack person's computer, locate person, and make person cease to exist.

Enjoy

[The Megatronic]

I am pissed... My anger is not directed at Syn at all, but the rest of you. I find it disgusting how childish you all have reacted to something that started out with this:

admin said:

Im not going to be a complete asshole about rules, so i will be open to suggestions... PM me or any mod for suggestions, the second you abuse this is the second you will be banned.

He was firm, but was also up for suggestions. The ban part is about if someone decides to be a total asshole towards us about this... The original post of rules was started by Ant, Dingle. It is kept in our private topic (Command) and has been in place since Sept '05. If you think anyone is on a power trip, I suppose it's Ant. Most enforcing of these rules has been done in the shadows by Syn and Ant, whereas when I've done things I let you guys know what happened. You guys got all pissy about it, so I stopped letting you know. I felt it was a common courtesy to let you know, and you guys pissed all over that so fuck it. The same has happened here. Syn let you guys know the rules that have been in place for a long time as a warning that we will be enforcing those rules and how we will do it. The warning bar is for your information so you will not be suprised when you can't get on the boards. See what our courtesies get us? Flack, that's what. The intent behind these rules is that they will be enforced behind the scenes. Warnings will be given to repeat "offenders" who don't even try to put shit where it belongs. We are neither your mothers nor maids. All "offenses" will be delt with on a case-by-case basis.

I will be deleting all replies to this thread between this reply and Syn's original post. All of you have been obsolved of all your previous "sins". Any bans or warnings have been lifted. Do not feel obligated to read the rules before you post to see if you'll be in-bounds, just read what section you're in and post accordingly. If you don't like the topic, make a new one. It's not difficult.

Jen, do not worry, there are checks and balances here. I have locked a few threads where Syn and another member have gotten into heated arguements and would not quit. I do not like to ban anyone, but almost have those times with both of them.

As for the consequences giving people a reason to go away, is it really our problem if a member has the incompetance to continually change thread subjects and post threads in areas marked for other purposes? Should we sit idly by as some kid comes up and talks a bunch of shit that "the band said" this or that? As mods we are here to ensure that the boards run smoothly and are kept in order. If there were no rules, we would not have a purpose and nothing would get taken care of here. Believe me, there is plenty that happens here you guys don't know about and probably never will...

These rules will not go away, but can be editted. We are open to any constructive criticisms via PM or reply here. We will not argue with you about them, as they are not up for arguement. If you do not feel comfortable making any comments to one Mod, there are two others. PMs can be sent to "admin" (Syn), "pissedant", or "themegatronic". Ant is rarely on lately and you guys don't seem to like Syn right now, so I guess that leaves me...

[XBurner]

I'm down with rules and stuff. And I'll be the first to agree that it was all getting way out of hand with the threads turning into just... random-thought stuff.


And I <3 Syn.

[dingleberry]

Couldn't care less, I will continue to post as I always did. Unless no one else comes back and it gets boring. He wanted ideas and suggestions, I gave my opinions. It's a fucking forum. Nothing more.

[The Megatronic]

feel free. we'll see how things go. This is not, however, just some random forum.

Everyone:

This is the band's official message board and will be treated as such. It will be kept clean and welcoming for fans of the band. Fighting will not be tolerated and we will continue to take care of spam as we have in the past. Consequences will only be given to those with a blatant disregard for at least some order around here as far as what belongs where. I don't care if you guys want to talk about just whatever, but do it in SPAM or Nationwide. SPAM is for things like "What are you listening to right now?", while Nationwide is if you want to have a real discussion about politics or whatever... something people can discuss rather than just coming up and saying what they're doing right now.

[XBurner]

I'd be cool if the band was actually... involved.

[Anticus]

Don't think that they aren't around. They pop-in once in awhile to check on things but are not avid forum-goers such as yourselves. I'm fixing to give "Fix" a call here shortly to figure out why my order hasn't been shipped yet, I'll also bleed him dry of information, tour plans, cd info, current news, gossip, shit about other bands and maybe the new merch line that will probably come about with the new cd. =) k?

[XBurner]

I doubt all news. Even if you came back saying that they were going to play here in my city... I doubt it all.