Rules and Guidelines

## General Rules

**These rules,**
are the most important in the wiki being what we expect you to follow at all times, regardless of if you post, edit, or just lurk. Disobeying these is forgoing your rights to participate in the wiki, and the fandom.

###  1.  No bigotry

Racism, homophobia, transphobia, antisemitism, ableism, etc, is NOT TOLERATED by any means. Slashjay, its creators, and everyone involved is very grrr liberal agenda >:(((, many of us being minorities ourselves.
Showing bigotry in ANY WAY is a fantastic way to catch yourself outcasted from the community! This includes misgendering people, microaggressions, excusing/defending problematic behavior, etc.

###  2.  Don't be a dick

Steer clear of generally hateful behavior, give people the benefit of the doubt, **understand that people make mistakes**, show kindness and respect, have patience and be mindful, don't hurt or insult others based on things they cannot control. Who *cares* if someone says something stupid, or messes up, we all do sometimes. Have nuance when talking to people, don't make accusations without research, listen to both sides of an argument, take things with a grain of salt.

####  2.5.  Listen to the other side, avoid jumping to conclusions, find the good in others.

Avoid defamation. Period. Even if someone has done shitty things in the past, even if you dislike someone, do NOT make or spread false allegations. And don't jump to harassment. Education and holding people accountable is often enough. Especially if this person is still young/a minor. Somewhat adding to the last rule, I'm/we're of the strong belief that someone cannot be summed up by their worst actions, even Scott Cawthon, someone who we openly do not endorse and were deeply hurt by, **has done good things**. I'm not just talking about creating FNaF either. You have a right to dislike someone for any reason, especially if they hurt you, but that doesn't mean everyone else has to as well.

( We aren't talking about people who are abusers, blatantly bigoted, etc... More so those who have made mistakes in their past, or may be considered offensive to some. )

###  3.  Use common sense

No... seriously, use common sense. Sometimes you'll be oblivious or not think things though, it happens, but generally try to use your common sense. If something doesn't seem right, or you think you're doing something wrong, mmmaaaayyybeeee listen to that.

###  4.  Mental health and common courtesy

- Anti-Recovery behavior, affirming delusions, romanticizing and demonizing mental illness, false information, stigmatization, etc, is not tolerated.

- Tread lightly when it comes to self-diagnosis. You are valid, but please do your research! Do not encourage other people to self-diagnose or suggest they may "have \_." Don't fake claim people eiTther or harass others. Most kiddos "faking DID" online genuinely have something going on in their life and need help and support, not harassment and hate.

- Some people appreciate tone tags and we encourage them to be used. (Like, frfr, we also use and like them! Most of us are neurodivergent/Autistic) Please avoid overusing them, though as it gets annoying + can sometimes make people uncomfortable or cause them to feel babied/patronized. (Hi! /gen/lh/pos/nm)

- Take care of yourself! Your life and well-being is important. (See resources at bottom of page.)

## Posting Guidelines

Guidelines when it comes to posting. This also applies to editing!

###  1.  Warnings

Try to give CW/TWs for common triggers/fears. If something has a flash, ALWAYS provide a Flash Warning (FW.) Failing to do so is unacceptable. (Toggle on right for examples of common triggers and fears)

* - Suicide / Suicidal thoughts and or behavior
* - Self-Harm
* - Eating disorders
* - Abuse
* - Substance abuse
* - Statements that may trigger paranoia ("I'm in your walls", "You aren't real", "Wake up", "I'm watching you", etc.) If you do say these things, a cw or simple tonetag is appreciated.
* - Homophobia/transphobia/racism/etc (More relaxed, though it's appreciated)

###  2.  Gross Topics, Behavior, and Conversations.

(Apologies for the vague rule name.) Sexualizing children, making sexual comments about children, etc, is not tolerated. Being seriously gross towards real people, especially minors, is not tolerated. William Afton is NOT a good person, blah blah blah, but he is not a child rapist (or rapist in general!) And do not refer to him as such. Incest is not tolerated. Hopefully you get the gist...

## Disclaimer(s)

Slashjay contains heavy subjects such as drug use, horror, suicide, depression, SH, abuse & neglect, death, child death, animal death, intense themes, graphic descriptions of violence, (mostly mild) gore, major character death, addiction, etc. We will try to give appropriate warnings for this content, though they are sometimes deeply rooted into the plot and difficult to avoid. Stay safe and stay mindful!

Once again, **WE DO NOT SUPPORT OR CONDONE SCOTT CAWTHON, THOSE WHO DEFEND SCOTT AND HIS ACTIONS ARE NOT WELCOMED IN THIS COMMUNITY.**

#### Awareness and Resources Links

If you have more links, or alternative/better links, feel free to contact us.

 BLM Resources, More BLM Links (Carrd)

MMIW Resources, Indigenous Ally Links

Tonetags Masterlist

Mental Health Resources

 Canada's suicide hotline (833) 456 4566
US's suicide hotline (800) 273-8255

UK's suicide hotline 0800 689 5652

Eating disorder helpline 1-800-931-2237

The Trevor Project 1-866-488-7386.

Trans lifeline hotline (US) (877) 565-8860

Trans lifeline hotline (CAN) (877) 330-6366

Victim Resource Center hotlines

Child helplines in different countries