__*If anything is unclear, please read the footnotes at the bottom of the channel, or contact Cpt Cajun or 1st Sgt Watts

>**1.0-Rules-**
1.1 - Actions towards others:
1.2- Do not disrespect members in any way.
1.3 - Be understanding of crossing a line with a joke.
1.4 - Follow the chain of command to the best of your ability. __See Footnote 1.__

1.5 - No racial or homophobic, hate speech, or similar comments are allowed. We are here to play games and have fun with each other not have a political debate/argument.

1.6 - Real-life is more important than games. If anyone berates you for dealing with real-life issues first, message @HR as soon as possible.

1.7 - If you have a jokefully mean comment to give to another, be completely certain that it is within the acceptability of your relationship with said person. Expect a return of equal or greater value.

1.8 - Trolling or anything similar is prohibited in public settings. If you wish to *lightly* troll others in 13th Virginia specific areas, keep it civil, light-hearted, and tasteful.

1.9 - Keep content in a channel relevant to the topic. Primarily to keep messages organized for easy searching.

1.10 - All posts and content in a channel __*MUST*__ follow Discord Terms of Service. If you can be arrested in the U.S. for a post, withhold it. 

1.11 - Keep all NSFW posts mild in nature. Keep it TV-14DL rated. (Look up the definition if needed). Futurama, most anime, and generally popular shows are in this rating.


>**2.0 - Ingame:**

2.1 - The tags ingame should be worn at all times ingame evenout of event times.

2.2 - Don’t be harsh towards anyone ingame and give us a bad name. Be friendly towards the community to uphold a positive image, regardless of previous relationships.

2.3 - If you wear our tags, you are representing us publicly. Act with a degree of professionalism. Maintain the expectations of the 13th Virginia.


>**3.0 - Events & Trainings:**

3.1 - You are expected to turn up to at least 2 events or 1 event and 1 training every 2 weeks unless you have a valid reason. See __Footnote 2.__

3.2 - Act mature and respect the PTS (Permission To Speak) rule during event times and training and (when applicable by NCO or Officers).

3.3 - Follow the orders given. That means no messing around during events unless it is allowed by __leading__ Officer or NCO.


>**4.0 - General Rules:**
4.1 - Don’t spam in chat whether that be Discord, or Ingame.

4.2 - Don’t jump around in chat rooms screaming or making obnoxious noises. Common courtesy.

4.3 - If you can attend please attend. __See Footnote 2.__

4.4 - Respect the Open/Close office policy at all times. If you are unsure, ask an involved NCO or Officer in @13th-chat. If you can see the channel, it is most likely open.

4.5 - Do not ask or beg for promotions. __See Footnote 3.__

4.6 - Do not teamwound or retaliate after being teamwounded/teamkilled. 

4.7 - If you have a disagreement with another, work it out after official 13th Virginia activities. You may ask @HR to be involved if you wish. 


>**5.0 - Attendance:**

5.1 - If you are only able to attend events 2-3 times a month you will be placed into the reserves. __See Footnote 2.__

5.2 - If you become inactive for over 2 months without notice you will be automatically removed from the unit. __See Footnote 2.__

5.3 - If you can attend please attend as the numbers will be greater.
5.4 - If you cannot attend an event please post in #leave-of-absence or message an attending NCO.

5.5 - If you do not wish to be part of the unit you may apply for a discharge or a retirement request. These will not be denied. Message your NCO if possible. __See Footnote 4.__


>**6.0 - Event Conduct:**
6.1 - You Must follow orders the first time they are given.

6.2 - Only listen to orders from the highest ranked living leader. Succession of leadership from death of a leader applies in Battle gamemode. 

6.3 - Be respectful in BCoF or any game which you wear 13th VA tags.

6.4 - Be considerate of others in-game. Being obnoxious publicly affects how others will look at the 13th Virginia.

6.5 - If you have an issue with someone in the game, be the adult and ignore them. Acting against them will backfire on you and those in leadership.

6.6 - Do not teamkill. This includes during a map reset. If you are attacked, either block their attacks or accept your death with dignity.

6.7 - Do not talk over an officer or leading NCO that is actively giving orders. This is to avoid confusion amongst the group.

6.8 - PTS (Permission to speak) may not be used in all events. If an NCO or Officer says "Quiet in the ranks," or "PTS is active," (or any variation), accept it and be quiet. __See Footnote 5.__


>**7.0 - Orders:**
7.1 - Do not fire long after a volley. If you cannot see the target or don't get to fire in time, hold fire and wait for the next volley. At the very least, you will have a loaded weapon for a charge (if FoC is allowed)


>**8.0 - Regulations:**

8.1 - Members must be age 14 or older and act as such. No exceptions will be made.

8.2 - If you have a noisy background or are prone to hotmic, use push-to-talk. If you are unaware, someone will let you know. Be mindful of it.

8.3 - While acting maturely is loosely defined, here is is defined as taking responsibility for your actions and not blaming others. If you struggle to act as such, take personal time to try to improve yourself as a person.


As a member of the 13th Virginia, you agree to follow all the rules above. Failure to follow the rules above __will__ result in demotion, removal, or ban from the 13thVA. All are case-by-case basis. There will be no precedents.

>__*Footnotes:*__
1 - Chain of Command suggest going to your closest ranking NCO/Officer above your rank. If an issue exists between you and this person or this person is not available, you are permitted to go up to the next person until you reach someone available/not involved.

2 - We ask members to be as active as possible within reason. There are times when you can't/don't want to come to an event. This is respected, but we ask that you to notify the next person in your chain of command or closest that is attending that particular night. We ask this so we can keep organized and informed if any changes are needed. Details are yours to disclose if you wish.

3 - Promotions are based on TiG (Time in Grade(rank)), TiS (Time in service), commendations, general behavior, and activity. All of these are taken in account for promotions. The primary reasons for ranks is to effectively lead in battle and maintain brueaucratic organization. If you don't want such responsibility, do not strive for Cpl or above.

4 - We ask those that are not interested/able to continue membership to notify us only to maintain organization. Given details are at personal discression.