When joining Dogs of War =DOW= you agree to one thing – to have fun. We play games for fun, and a clan is nothing but an extension of this. DOW is basically a bunch of guys who enjoy getting together for a pub game or scrim.

So before we get into any of the other stuff – remember to have fun, and also remember – ITS JUST A GAME.

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Section 2: Behavior

Having read the above, behavior of DOW members is a natural extension of this.
Swearing / Abuse –

We know it happens and let’s face it – everybody does it. While it’s acceptable to let a bit of language go in Ventrilo while having a game (while either having a joke with other members or the natural frustration that everyone suffers at some point), we expect all members to behave in a civil manner in when it comes to other clans and individuals they play against – that means keeping public chat clean of any abuse / language. While on this subject, any excessive attacks by any member of DOW against either another member or an outside player will not be tolerated. Members who go about abusing other members of the gaming community reflect badly on the clan as a whole and can ruin the online gaming experience for everyone. Any member who is found to be abusing other players (members or not) will be dealt with severely.

Rank & Identification –

DOW uses a ranking structure so that the clan can have a working chain of command. The ranking structure also allows new recruits to identify key members in regards to Division Commanding Officers (CO’s) and Supreme Command (SC) members. Low ranking members are to be respectful of those with higher rank, as higher ranking members are DOW veterans and have earned their rank with hard work and commitment to the clan. DOW members will rarely give orders, but when they are issued, members are to follow the orders of their Commanders to the best of their ability. If you feel that there are issues that need to be raised with the higher ranking members (namely the Officers and SC), then send a personal message to an Officer who will raise the issue with SC. All issues raised with be handled confidetialy and will be investigated and treated seriously.

Comms (Ventrilo) Usage –

DOW supplies a Ventrilo Comms server for free use by its members – the server is a privilege and should not be abused and / or taken for granted.

When using the comms server members:

• will conduct themselves in a manner that reflects well on the clan as a whole. This means no needless transmissions - e.g. farting, burping, screaming, other bodily functions and sound effects, etc.
• will not “spam” the Vent channels unless they’re in the coffee room or another appropriate room. The game channels are not for random noises or unrelated conversation – they’re for use by members playing the designated games.
We provide this server so that members can have fun gaming together, not annoy the hell out of a group of guys trying to have a game. If you are asked to leave a channel because you are not playing, either join in the game or respect their request. In summary – know when to shut-up.

Ventrilo and Forum Access –
Ventrilo access passwords are for DOW MEMBERS ONLY, unless specified by SC. Any members giving out passwords to private channels will be dealt with harshly. Forum access is granted only to new recruits once they are accepted into the clan. The code of conduct applies to the forums in the same way it does to in game and comms server behavior – respect the other members of DOW.

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Section 3: Recruitment & DOW Tags

To start with, the 16+ age limit can be bent at the discretion of SC, but the recruit in question must show themselves to be capable of acting in a mature way. Again – this is purely at the discretion of SC. All DOW members enter the clan in the same way. Just because you’re friends with a possible recruit, DOES NOT MEAN they will get a backdoor entry to the clan. Before any recruit can apply the DOW tags to their name in either Ventrilo or in-game, they must talk to a proper recruitment officer and have their Forum account activated. At no time is a player who is not a member of DOW to wear the =DOW= tags either in game or in Ventrilo – “Slutting” for DOW is not permitted at any time, either in a friendly match or a scrim. If the match is friendly there is no need for the player to wear DOW tags in the first place.

Players can only wear =DOW= tags if:

• They are registered members
• They have been approved by a recruitment officer

Only Recruitment Officers and SC have the authority to tell members to wear DOW tags. Any members giving possible recruits permission to apply DOW Tags is acting out of line and will be dealt with by SC.

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Section 4: Cheating

Cheating is not tolerated in DOW. End of story. ANY use of cheats, unfair exploits or hacks by DOW members is punishable by removal from the clan after a review of the facts by SC. DOW members take a zero tolerance position towards cheaters and hackers. If a member of DOW suspects another member of cheating, they are to refer their suspicions (with any relevant proof) to the offenders Division CO. They should NOT confront the cheater in any way. The issue will be dealt with seriously.

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Section 5: General Overview

• DOW members have preference over “sluts” or fill in players who are not registered members of DOW.
• EVERYONE GETS A GAME – regardless of skill level. We’re here to have fun.
• There is no “rating” or open “judging” of members skill levels. e.g. members of DOW are not to openly rank their division members based on skill. A member’s level of skill is placed second to their personality.
• DOW members will not discriminate against other members based on gender, race, religious beliefs, nationality and so on. Discrimination within DOW is not accepted and will be seriously dealt with by SC.