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Is defined as RP anywhere on the server that is not behind a locked door. It is RP where a character is in a public space and can be approached by any other characters even if they are in hiding they are still out in the open if they aren't locked inside a room somewhere.

**What does this mean?**

This means if they are RPing in public then other characters should be given the opportunity to respond to the RP around them.

If standing on the Kortugan docks erping in plain sight then they should be emoting in normal speak what could easily be seen by bystanders. Obviously if they being discreet, then it would be acceptable to whisper, but would become known by anyone moving closer. Same goes for murdering someone on the pier in Kortuga.

RP in public places should not be conducted via tell or party chat. It should be in the main chat window or whisper channel with tells only being used IF they are doing something subtle might only be seen with a high spot roll and if the spot roll was successful.

Acceptance of others is key in a social server and we are here to have fun together otherwise we'd be on a console game or offline. This does not mean that people shouldn�t be able to react in a way their character would nor in a way that suits the city. But it does mean that we are here to cater to different styles & kinks and we shouldn't be elitist or snobby about it. If people wish to play characters who are for example vocally against acts of public ERP then we would have to question that choice on this server. Please respect the content and theme in Haven.

An important thing to remember is that while one persons RP isn't more valid or worthwhile than another�s the server is supposed to be a place where people can enjoy ERP easily. This does not mean that people can ignore IC rules or laws to do so claiming that they should be able to ERP anywhere. It does mean actions should be considered before people react to public ERP in appropriate places.

Each city has its own particular flavour and attitude. Sharessia is a zone where harassment of any kind is not tolerated especially towards those engaging in public ERP. Lady Tanis, the Vicereine of the Kingdom of Haven has decreed that as Sharess is the patron goddess of Sharessia, then people engaging in acts of public sex should not be harassed. Kortuga you may well get interrupted and that is acceptable as long as respect and common sense is shown OOC and the incident is handled in a mature manner. For example: Making jokes icly is only ok if the other erping party is open to the interaction, tread lightly there to not become offending. If you are in Mithuth you would do well to remember it tends to be a no holds barred city.

OOC heckling of anyone engaged in public ERP will be treated as a serious offense. IC heckling in Sharessia can be viewed as harassment, be cautious and considerate of fellow players.

Same goes for bullying, threatening and so on. Different places will react differently IC.

**Why does this involve me?**

If engaged in RP in the public arena, regardless of what that RP is, players automatically accept responsibility for their own actions. The server is not people's personal playground. There are lots of places with doors that lock where players can RP without ever having to worry about another person! If RPing in a public space then players are agreeing to interact with others.

If you are distracted and/or unable to respond for long periods of time you should enable AFK mode or go into the OOC room. This doesn't mean every time you get up and away from your computer you should turn it on, but if you're expecting not to be able to respond for a reasonable time then its better to do that.

**Don't assume everyone is an asshole**

Some people wish to play characters who are getting used to how wildly different Haven is from other places, whether it's public sexual activity in Sharessia, how easily tieflings and drow are accepted or a host of other aspects of the server. Just because they comment on a character or an RP scene IC does not mean they are out to be a complete asshole. It could simply be part of their development RP.

What to do if I suspect someone IS an asshole

Raise a ticket and report it with as much information as possible. It will be dealt with swiftly. Screenshots are helpful in conveying proof of a claim.