Metropolitan Police Service VRC

= ABOUT =
A friendly UK police RP community, who patrol worlds of VRChat. They're influenced by the real UK Met Police, which is of course their inspiration, and what they have based their department on. 
Their mission, is to give people a good RP [role play] experience, whilst paroling public worlds in VRC. They have no interest in politics, nor are they real law enforcement. 
= GOALS =
# To have fun whilst learning more about RP.
# To help and to serve the VRChat community as a positive department.
# Never to take ourselves too seriously.
=HISTORY=
Founded by Wicked, The MPS [Metropolitan Police Service] in VRChat, was created on June 03 2022. It first began with the development of the handbook, and teams. In the beginning, the community was going to be much different and was changed from an EMT department to now the MPS. The decision to create the MPS was to try a police rp from a different country, as all before has been US based. 
The first Chief Constable [Rank formerly known as Commissioner] of the department was Wicked, along side her Deputy Chief Constables Supervigy & Nyra Light. Together the trio were a great team, working on avatars, the station and of course the build of the server & teams. 
The first avatars were made and released on the same day as the station, which marked the launch of the department fully on the 29th of November 2022, however, the work on the department started in June when the community was created. The release of avatars and the station, was also the day when the MPS had its very first patrol event, which was very well received and attracted the VRChat communities attention, with their new unique look. 
Since the creation of the department, it has still been going strong and steadily gaining more members. The department celebrated its second anniversary this year, and continues to look forward to the next. The MPS has also taken initiative to collaborate with other roleplay communities, some include but are not limited to, The Velvet Palace Lawfirm [formerly J.B.C], British Armed Forces, VRAD. The Metaversal Men In Black, Dalek HQ and many more. They're always interested in collaborating with others, and always come up with fun instigations to enhance the roleplay. 
The MPS after two years and a half of police RP, came to a close on the 15th of September 2024. It was decided that the community wanted to branch out in other areas, and explore more sides of roleplay. The MPS thanks everyone who joined, helped teams, collaborated & ran the group as staff with all its heart. 
Thank you all for everything x 
= Current & Former Chief Constables =
== Chief Constable ==
 Rimdaslime [06/06/2024 - 15/09/24]
 WickedFlyGirl [3rd June 2022 > 3rd March 23] Returned to position [2nd July 2023 > 06/06/2024]
 PapaPootOs [3rd March 23 > 2nd July 23]
== Deputy Chief Constable ==
 Supervigy [03/06/2022 > 25/11/2023] Returned to position [23/03/24] - [15/09/24]
 Nyra Light [03/06/2022 > 15/09/2023]
 BossDarkLord [03/03/2023 > 05/05/2023]
 Talbinh [25/11/2023 > 01/08/2024]
 WickedFlyGirl [01/08/2024 - 15/09/24]
=THE LOGO=
The logo was made by Wicked, and was designed to look like the UK Metropolitan Police Service's current design, but with changes of colours, typography and other elements to make it unique to the group. At first it was a very simple design, which resembled what is was supposed to, but it was decided that it didn't look professional and that it needed a makeover, and so the new version was made. 
The new logo still keeps its original shape, but includes more of a sleek serif typeface, rather than the quirky but preschool looking sans serif text used before. It has also includes the words VRChat in the middle to resemble the community when they patrol, this is inspired by the royal cipher added to UK police badges. The logo of the community has been updated twice in its lifetime due to the department developing over its lifetime. The current logo not only retains some of its original values, but also embraces two variants. One is as it shown below, and the other in a circle frame as shown on the main page info box. The reason for this, was to open up a broader and creative are for the social media team, as well as having a fresh look for different media. The logos are very similar with only small changes, so they're both very recognizable as the MPS Community when on display. 
File:Old met logo by Pepper.png|OLD MPS Logo by Wicked
File:NEW LOGO MPS.png|2.0 MPS logo: made by wicked
File:MET POLICE SERVICE logo without circle.png|3.0 MPS Logo: Made by Wicked
=STATION=
The station or HQ of the MPS community, has changed over the lifetime of the group. At first it was a large build with a stairway to an upper floor, blue walls and a large reception desk. The second version, was more condensed, but added more of a modern aesthetic as it showcased more lighting, an outside are which wasn't accessible and a security room. The third variation was very unique, as it had a reception desk that was diagonal as you entered the main lobby, this was something that was favored, but later changed, due to current design requiring a different approach. 
The current draft of the station was released 31/10/2023. The new look embraced a modern setting with remnants of the former design and encompassed all of the things that were envisioned in the creation of the community, as it not only is unique, but classy and professional. Since its release, the station has had over 27,000 visits and has been warmly welcomed by the community, and is used daily for events, social gatherings etc. 
There are plans to expand on this design, and construction of this has begun. 
Current station build release video: https://youtu.be/wB3NatzJ2Fc?si=fbDi81oTiOORZucR 
File:Old 1.png|1.0
File:Old 1.5.png|2.0
File:Old 3.png|3.0
File:Mps station 4.0.png|4.0 Current version
=AVATARS=
The avatars of The MPS follow the same style as the real UK police force they're inspired by. The uniform features a white shirt, black or navy blue trousers and boots and on occasion, a vest for protection whilst on patrol. Other accessories include a hat, utility belt & of course the equipment they will need whilst on patrol such as, a baton, firearm, handcuffs etc. 
The original uniforms were created by WickedFlyGirl & Supervigy, and later versions, were made by Cloverstripe. There are currently new 4.0 bases that are to be released very soon, that will embrace the old variants, but bring a fresh look to the department. 
File:MPS 1.0 Avatars.png|1.0 Avis
File:2.0 avis mps.png|2.0
File:2.0 Other variant mps avis by Cloverstripe.png|mps 2.0 other variants
File:MPS 2022 1st gen badge.png|Old badge [made by wickedflygirl]
File:MPS 2023 badge prototype.png|2023 - present [wicked / ivaxxtron]
=MPS TEAMS=
The current teams of the Metropolitan Police Service are:
 Moderation & Recruitment: - Staff
 Development: - Rimdaslime
 Trainers: - Wicked
 Event Hosts: - PapaPootOs
 MHS: - Beeloon
 Social Media: - Wicked
 C.A.S.E: - (under rework)
 Instigators: - Rimdaslime & Keir
 S.O.A.R: - ShinpiTekina
File:Mps ranks 2023 by nez.png
= FINAL STAFF TEAM =
 CHIEF CONSTABLE
*Rimdaslime
 DEPUTY CHIEF CONSTABLE
* Supervigy
* Wicked
 CAPTAIN
*ShinpiTekina
 LIEUTENANT
*Beeloon
*Cherry Bakewell
*Keir
 Senior Sergeant [Trial Staff]
*N/A
 ADVISOR/ CHIEF ADVISOR
*TheGamingExite
*Talbinh [Chief Advisor]
==RANKS & INFORMATION ==
CHIEF CONSTABLE
- The official position of the Chief Constable carries with it formal authority that gives rise to three important interpersonal roles as Figurehead, Leader and Liaison. They work with their Deputy Chief Constables on leading the staff & members of the community, whilst also dealing with the most serious of issues should they arise.
DEPUTY CHIEF CONSTABLE
- The Deputy Chief Constable supports the Chief Constable in leading the staff team & community. They deal with the upmost serious and sensitive/confidential incidents, and will be there if a staff member steps out of line. The Deputy Chief Constable duties mimic The Chief Constables, and so the two roles are extremely alike, however, it is the main chief who has the final say in matters, should it be required.
CAPTAIN
- The rank of Captain is given to those who have been in the staff team for some time, and have shown not only dedication to being a staff member, but also to the community they help lead. Captains act as supervisors, as they oversee the Lieutenants and assist them if they require, as well as help and guide them. They are also a beacon of the community who members can look up to and come to anytime. The Captains, also have a good amount of say in some tougher decisions, and will often be asked for their opinions on things by Chief Constables.
LIEUTENANT
- A Lieutenant, is a newer established member of the staff team, who has proven that they have what it takes to be a full time staff member. They have completed training and their trial period, and now oversee the community alongside the other members of the staff team, making decisions, bringing in ideas and helping to deal with issues, community collaborations & the development of the community.
CHIEF ADVISOR
An advisor position for former Chief Constables/Deputy Chief Constables, when they step down to another staff rank or retire, to help the current leadership. This is only given to those who prove to be worthy, as this role is limited to one or two members at a time. 
ADVISOR
- An advisor role, is given to those who have retired from staff temporarily, or who helps advise the department's staff team.
MPS STAFF
- The staff team, are responsible for keeping the cogs of the community turning at all times. They do this by keeping the members safe with moderation, planning collaboration and events, developing ideas that will enhance the roleplay & pushing the community to always be better, plan and hold meetings with eachother/sergeants and the commuinity to ask for feedback etc. Staff are always around to assist their members in whichever way they can, and will always put the department first. 
SENIOR SERGEANT
- This rank, is given to those who prove worthy, as a trial for the staff team. After a month probation where they will receive training and guidance from the rest of the staff team, they will either move up to Superintendent, or back down to the rank of Sergeant. In their training, they will learn how to handle situations, moderation duties & leadership skills, as well as many other qualities to prepare them for becoming a full time staff member.
SERGEANT
- The sergeants of the department, help keep all in order, by helping the lower ranks of the department learn new skills, patrol and are the staple of what we're looking for in our ranks. Sergeants are the bridge that supports the staff team by making reports, and by being the eyes of staff when they're not around within the dept.
SPECIAL CONSTABLE
- A special constable, is a trained member who is able to use a firearm whilst on patrol. As a department, we believe in keeping the peace, until no longer possible, and so when needed we can call in our special constables or SWAT team to assist officers on the field.
CONSTABLE
- A constable is a proven member of the department, who has shown that they're enthusiastic and that they're ready to show us what they have. 
PCSO
- PCSOs or Public Community Support Officers, as they're referred to in the UK, generally perform routine duties, assisting and supporting police officers, gathering intelligence, carrying out security patrols and, through their presence alone, reassuring the public. Where possible, they also attend to matters not requiring police powers.
RECRUIT
- Recruits are new members of the department, who have recently completed their training and first steps on becoming a fully fledged constable/officer.
CADET
- Brand new members, ready to be trained into a recruit. 
=OTHER MPS STAFF=
*Alex-frost - Chief Inspector
*ikaker - Superintendent
*oldfoxy33 - Superintendent
*_sharkiie_ - Superintendent
*rustthelion - Superintendent
*Benjamin - Superintendent
*PapapootOs - Commissioner
*Nyra_Light - Deputy Commissioner
*Naomi - Superintendent
*AutumnClover - Commander
*Jack - Superintendent
*DarkLord - Deputy Commissioner
*Mew - Advisor/Commander
*Squid Cirno - Commander
*Jessie - Advisor/Commander
*Lunashine - Advisor
== GALLERY ==
File:Modern staffmps.png|promos 2024
File:Mps easter photo.png|Easter 2022
File:Armed Officer MPS.png|old mps banner
File:Mps 2023.png|MPS 2022
File:Super gets atacked by mps staff.png|2023 station & staff
File:Mps jessie and cherry promotion.png|promos 3 2024
File:Mps promo pic.png|promos 2 2024
File:Mps christmas.png|MPS 1st Christmas
File:Am-mps-mugshot.png|Xmas mugshot
== SOCIAL LINKS: ==
DISCORD: https://Discord.gg/metpolicevr
TWITTER: @MPS_VRChat
YOUTUBE: @OfficialMPSVRChat / https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZhjLCtxb9nD21qgDewJ1Ig
 To contact for collaborations, issues or Information, please join our Discord server and DM any of our active staff members. 
Category:Law Enforcement Group