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-=====Discord Policies=====
+======Discord Policies======
-====Introduction====
+//Please refer to the Table of Contents to the right for specific links to relevant sections.//
-Welcome to the Starlight Commons Discord! We welcome everyone to participate in our public chatrooms where you can talk about your Stellaborn, socialize, share art and generally have a good time with light-hearted conversations. If you enjoy discussing serious topics, debating, or generally being pessimistic in a public space, the Starlight Commons may not be the right server for you. While our Discord is intended to be a fun and friendly place, Starlight Commons is not responsible for the actions of individual members and has no control over users' private interactions. All users who decide to join and participate in the Starlight Commons Discord must strictly adhere to all of the rules of the species as well as what this guideline establishes while partaking in our Discord.
+=====Introduction=====
+Welcome to the official Starlight Commons [SLC] Discord!
+We welcome all Stellaborn (everyone) to join our public chatrooms. This is a space to share art, socialize, trade, and talk about your [[Stellaborn]]. The official Starlight Commons [SLC] Discord is a family-friendly, PG-13 server that stays lighthearted, fun, and community-focused. If you prefer serious debates, heavy adult topics, or consistently negative discussion, this may not be the right space for you.
+While we work to keep our Discord safe and organized, Starlight Commons [SLC] is not responsible for the private actions of individual users and cannot control private interactions on Discord. All users must follow these rules while participating in the official Starlight Commons [SLC] Discord.
+To join the official Starlight Commons Discord, click **[[https://discord.gg/MEF6PwjuJK|HERE]]**.
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-====8.1 General Rules====
+=====6.1 General Rules=====
-Do not ping the admin for fun or for attention unless it is an **emergency**. Please do not personally direct message (DM) our admin with questions, but instead direct your questions to our [[Service Desk]].
+- The [[Rules|Starlight Commons [SLC] Rules]] apply to ALL Discord channels.
+\\ - Users must be 13 years or older to participate. Joining while underage will result in a Full-Account Ban until the user is 13. See **[[Community Behavior#4.3 Denials, Warnings, Strikes, and Ban Systems|Section 4.3f Full-Account Bans]]** for more information.
+\\ - This is an English server. English must be used at all times.
-- All of Starlight Commons [[Rules]] apply to all the Starlight Commons Discord channels.
+**Emergency Contact**
-\\ - Members must be a member of our [[https://toyhou.se/~world/185132.starlight-commons|Toyhouse World]] OR [[https://deviantart.com/starlightcommons|DeviantArt Group]] to join.
+\\ Only PalletEclipse or MuzzyDeath should be pinged for emergencies. Do not ping or DM Moderators with general questions.
-\\ - Members must be 13 years or older to participate in this server. Joining while underaged will result in a Full-Account Ban.
-\\ - This is an English server. English must be spoken at all times.
-\\ - If another member or admin requests a topic change, it must be respected. Ignoring anyone about a topic change can result in a 24-hour kick or a Permanent Discord Ban depending on the intent, content, and severity.
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-====8.2 Unacceptable Content====
+=====6.2 Unacceptable Content=====
-Each channel may have specific rules for posting in that channel, and they will be listed in the channel's title card or a pin if there are additional rules. If content does not abide by those or any rules listed in [[Rules]], it will be removed without notification.
+For full content guidelines, please see **[[Content Policies|Section 2: Content Policies]]**.
-\\ - Please see [[Content Policies|Section 2: Content Policy]] for all acceptable content.
-\\ - Adult content in any form is prohibited in any channel.
-\\ - Negative content and discussions are prohibited in every channel.
-\\ - Discussing Closed Species or Species other than Stellaborn in length is prohibited in every channel.
-===8.2a Filtering===
+- Some channels have extra rules. These will be listed in the channel name or pinned messages. Content that does not follow channel rules will be removed.
+\\ - Adult content is prohibited in every channel.
+\\ - Negative or hostile discussions are prohibited in every channel.
+\\ - Discussing Closed Species [CS] or species other than [[Stellaborn]] is prohibited in every channel.
+\\ - Advertising is only allowed in channels under the 'Starlight Market' category. See **[[Discord Policies#6.3 Starlight Market Category]]** for details.
-The Starlight Commons Discord Server has a swearing filter implemented. Depending on the severity and intent, attempts to circumvent the bot may result in a 24-hour kick or a permanent Discord ban.
+===6.2a Filtering===
-===8.2b Sensitive Content===
+This server uses a swearing filter. Attempts to bypass the filter may result in a warning, a 24-hour kick, or a permanent Discord ban, depending on severity.
-Please reference [[Content Policies|Section 2: Content Policy]] as this section is the condensed version. Religion, politics, self-harm, and/or gore/medical practicies will not be discussed at length. These topics are sensitive, and for the sake of others, we ask you to refer to them only in passing. Inappropriate posts will be deleted without warning. Do NOT discuss sexually explicit tpoics or make racist, homophobic, or transphobic comments. We welcome everyone and will not tolerate bigotry; users who make intolerant statements will receive a Full-Account Ban.
+===6.2b Sensitive Content===
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+Please reference [[Content Policies|Section 2: Content Policy]] for full details, as this section is condensed.
-====8.4 Conduct====
+Religions, politics, self-harm, and gore or medical procedures must not be discussed at length. These topics are sensitive, and for the sake of others, they should only be referenced briefly when necessary. Inappropriate posts may be deleted. Sexually explicit topics are not allowed. Racist, homophobic, or transphobic comments are not allowed.
-Please look at [[Community Behavior|Section 4: Community Behavior]] for all acceptable conduct, as this is a condensed version.
+Starlight Commons [SLC] welcomes everyone and has zero tolerance for bigotry. Intolerant statements will result in a permanent Discord ban.
-===8.4a Spamming===
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-Spam is not allowed. Spam includes, but is not limited to, posting repetitive text, posting many images at once, or many links that contribute nothing of value to a conversation. It also applies to repeating the same content repeatedly in a short period.
+=====6.3 Starlight Market Category=====
-===8.4b Warnings, Strikes, and Kicks vs Bans===
+**Introduction to the Starlight Market Category**
+\\ Starlight Commons [SLC] hosts and monitors four (4) separate market channels in the Starlight Market Category as a moderated space for users to buy, trade, and sell SLC-related art and characters. To keep this space safe, manageable, and consistent, users may post only 100% SLC-related advertisements.
+\\ This rule is strict because Starlight Commons [SLC] cannot reliably monitor the policies, rules, or Terms of Service expectations of other species, communities, or artists. This also helps ensure that Starlight Commons [SLC] is not unknowingly enabling cross-community rule abuse.
+\\ Misuse of any channel in the Starlight Market Category may result in the removal of access. Access to the Starlight Market Category is a privilege, not a right. Starlight Commons [SLC] may restrict this privilege at any time, as it is a non-essential service and not required to participate in the ARPG.
-The Starlight Commons Discord uses the same warning and strike system it uses for the ARPG for Discord Privilege infractions. For a full explanation of how privileges and discipline are determined, please look at rules **4.2a Disciplinary Removal of Privilege** and **4.3 Denials, Warnings, Strikes, and Ban Systems**.
+===6.3a Starlight Market Disciplinary System===
-In specifics, Kicks are only used in the Discord. The difference between a kick and a ban in the Discord is significant, as an admin may choose to kick users out of the server for a while to give the user time to calm down. Kicks are not warnings or strikes unless specifically mentioned by an admin. Admin reserve the right to distribute warnings, strikes, or bans depending on the intent and severity of the situation. The terms of the discipline will be indicated in the message sent by the admin.
+All channels in the Starlight Market Category use a separate three-strike system. Starlight Market privileges are independent from all other ARPG and Discord privileges. Starlight Market strikes do not affect a user's standing in the ARPG or on Discord. However, users who lose Starlight Market privileges may not be able to regain access even though these bans are appealable. For more information on privilege types and appeals, see **[[Content Policies#4.2 Disciplinary Code|Section 4.2b Removal of Privilege Types Etiquette]]** and **[[Content Policies#4.4 Ban Etiquette - Appeals|Section 4.4 Ban Etiquette - Appeals]]**.
-Access to the Starlight Commons Discord server is a privilege, not a right, and Starlight Commons reserves the right to bar any user from the Discord because it is a non-essential service to participate in the ARPG. Starlight Commons Discord privileges are independent from all other ARPG privileges. Starlight Commons Discord strikes **do not** affect your standing in the ARPG unless the infraction is serious.
+**Starlight Market Strike System**
+\\ Strikes expire 12 months after the date they are issued. Users may receive up to two (2) strikes. A third incident will result in a permanent ban from all channels in the Starlight Market Category.
-It can take up to 24 hours or more to receive a notice of a ban or a kick, as the Starlight Commons team is tiny.
+**Advertising After Market Removal**
+\\ If a user loses Starlight Market privileges and continues advertising outside of the Starlight Market Category, they receive a warning, temporary ban, or permanent Discord ban.
-**How to Appeal Bans:** Read **Rule 4.4 Ban Etiquette | Appeals**.
+**Market Strike Discipline**
+\\ - Strike 1: Warning.
+\\ - Strike 2: Final warning and temporary kick from the server.
+\\ - Strike 3: Permanent loss of Starlight Market privileges.
-**Discord-Specific Strike Discipline:**
+===6.3b Starlight Market Ad Policy===
-\\ - Strike 1: 24-Hour Kick or Ban.
-\\ - Strike 2 (Repeating Rule Breaks): Warning, or a One Week Ban.
-\\ - Strike 3 (Repeating Rule Breaks): Permanent Discord Ban.
-===8.4c Reporting Suspicious Activity and/or Inappropriate Behavior===
+**Daily Total**
+\\ Advertisements cannot be posted more than three times in any Starlight Market channel within 24 hours.
-Members should read [[Community Behavior|Section 4: Community Behavior]] in conjunction with this section to fully understand report etiquette and helpful resources on what our admin can do for you. Starlight Common's admins take the health of its Discord community very seriously. If a member encounters or sees other members violating any of our Discord or ARPG [[Rules]], they should contact us at the [[Service Desk]] immediately. Discord specifically is a seperate privilege because we try our best to enable everyone to play the ARPG, however we do not allow users to have an endless platform to harm others. **If you are being bullied in the Starlight Commons Discord or receiving inappropriate messages from another user, contact the [[Service Desk]] immediately. We have a ZERO tolerance harassment policy and a ZERO tolerance policy on NSFW [18+] content.**
+**Maximum Length**
+\\ Advertisements may not exceed 11 lines. Ads with more than 11 lines are considered spam and will be deleted, with the user notified. The 11-line limit includes line breaks, empty lines, and emojis used to visually separate the post. This infraction is not recorded unless the rule is repeatedly broken within a short period.
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+**Cross-Posting Ads**
+\\ All advertisements must be 100% Starlight Commons related. Advertisements may not include other species or Closed Species [CS] content. This includes but is not limited to:
+\\ - Seeking trades involving other species or Closed Species [CS].
+\\ - Links directing to other species or Closed Species [CS] content.
+\\ - Other species or Closed Species [CS] being mentioned or visible in the advertisement.
+\\ - Artwork featuring other species or Closed Species [CS].
-====8.5 Derogatory Speech and Harassment====
+**No Wishlist Advertisements**
+\\ Advertisements may only contain characters, items, goods, or services that you currently own or are authorized to advertise. Wishlist/Dream-List, and/or "In Search Of" advertisements are not permitted unless the advertised character or item has been publicly listed by its owner as available for trade, sale, and offers.
+\\ This policy helps respect the owner's boundaries and reduces unwanted contact regarding characters and items that are not available.
-Any negativity towards any person, admin, occupation, or topic posted in the Starlight Commons Discord will not be tolerated. The environment of this Discord is light-hearted, and general negativity in any form is unwelcome unless it is in passing. Admin and members are allowed to request topic changes in these situations, and extended negativity may result in a 24-hour kick or ban depending on the severity.
+**Acceptable Ad Content**
+\\ - Advertisements offering one-off original characters.
+\\ - Advertisements offering [[Stellaborn]] or [[Roamkin]].
+\\ - Advertisements offering currency, Starlight Commons [SLC] in-game items, art, or trades.
+\\ - Advertisements seeking 3-way trades for other users' advertisements within the official Starlight Commons Discord. Be aware that there is a level of risk with these types of trades. See **[[Community Behavior#4.12 Commission, Sale, and Trade Etiquette|Section 4.12b Common Scams and Unsafe Transactions]]**.
-**Examples:**
+**Unacceptable Ad Content**
-\\ - Publicly explaining any negative experience with any person (even out of context).
+\\ - Advertisements posted more than three (3) times within 24 hours.
-\\ - Speaking negatively about another's artwork, other CS, or person(s) (even out of context).
+\\ - Advertisements featuring links/wishlists of characters that are not up for offers.
-\\ - Begging for art, items, or characters.
+\\ - Splitting advertisements or cross-posting to bypass channel limits.
-\\ - Spreading rumors about other members.
+\\ - Advertisements with excessive spacing, emojis, or formatting meant to extend the post (11 lines max).
-\\ - Guilt Tripping and/or Gaslighting (See Rule 8.5a for more information).
+\\ - Advertisements containing negative rants or hostile text.
+\\ - Advertisements linking to NSFW (18+) content.
-===8.5a General Guilt Tripping, Gaslighting, and Unacceptable Anti-Social Behavior===
+**Scams and Dangerous Ads**
+\\ For more details on advertisements, trades, and sales that Starlight Commons [SLC] considers dangerous, misleading, or potentially scam-related, see **[[Community Behavior#4.12 Commission, Sale, and Trade Etiquette|Section 4.12b Common Scams and Unsafe Transactions]]** for more details.
-**Examples:**
+**Commission Ad Conduct**
-\\ - Saying or showing screenshots of being declined or receiving disciplinary punishment for X reason in any channel after receiving discipline.
+\\ For best-practice guidelines on conducting safe and fair commissions with the Starlight Market, see **[[Community Behavior#4.12 Commission, Sale, and Trade Etiquette|Section 4.12 Commission, Sale, and Trade Etiquette]]**.
-\\ - Talking about pending approvals repeatedly in any channel after submission, as this effectively rushes the admin.
-\\ - Talking significantly negatively about yourself to garner public sympathy, regardless of if this is the intent. Ex: "Of course I got in trouble, everyone hates me."
-\\ - Lashing against other members or admin for explaining the rules.
-\\ - Acting gloomy and/or depressed in any channel for extended periods of time for any reason.
-\\ - Getting upset after not being chosen as a winner of prizes, characters, items, or opportunities. Ex: "I never win anything." or "That person won again? This game is rigged."
-\\ - Saying any member(s) should not be able to participate in the ARPG in any way.
-\\ - Complaining about any topic to the point it becomes uncomfortable (See Rule 8.5b for more information).
-===8.5b Soap Boxing, Inciting Scenes, and Feedback===
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-Since Starlight Commons is open during its beta, anything can change at any time. Please take a look at our [[Mission Statement]] for more details on our goals before giving feedback, as we are very clear on our direction. Starlight Commons provides a private Feedback & Suggestions form at our [[Service Desk]] so users can safely express their feelings without worrying about censoring themselves. Starlight Commons, however, does not provide an open forum in the Starlight Commons Discord server for users to post critical feedback because it provides a dangerous environment for our members and our admin. This is not an attempt to censor our members or their feelings, but is a necessary rule placed from negative experiences. Members can express their frustrations about Starlight Commons on personal social media accounts, private servers, and with friends if they so wish.
+=====6.4 Conduct=====
-Starlight Commons supports members' rights to express themselves freely as we do not believe in censorship, we simply ask that members utilize the Feedback & Suggestions form at the [[Service Desk]]. Every piece of feedback is read and noted for future knowledge or implimentation. Our admin understand that this can be emotionally difficult to be unable to vent in a Discord, however it is better from experience that these suggestions and feedback are handled privately. **__Members are effectively NOT giving feedback if they decide to ignore this and provide feed back in the Starlight Commons Discord anyways.__** It is unlikely to be seen, and it will not be logged in the proper location for review and potential implementation. The only result of this behavior is an uncomfortable chatroom, which is the most unfair to **__members who see the Discord as a safe space.__** Discord members are encouraged to tell other members to use the official Feedback & Suggestion form at the [[Service Desk]].
+For full conduct expectations, please visit **[[Community Behavior|Section 4: Community Behavior]]**.
-To further clarify, the Starlight Commons Discord does not welcome negativity in any channel for any reason, and will not tolerate users who pressure others or admin who are trying to maintain the light-hearted environment of this chat to allow them to be disgruntled and hostile in a Discord where that is strictly prohibited. Any user who uses the Starlight Commons Discord as a platform for heated debates about ARPG updates, desired features, or as a space to be generally disgruntled, disruptive, abusive, aggressive, or generally unpleasant will have their privileges removed indefinitely. Heated discourse about features in #the-plaza will likely result in a strike or ban. Members will only receive **one** strike, and if there is ever a second incident, they will be banned. These bans are uncontestable in appeals if the incident results in a ban.
+===6.4a Spam===
+Spam is not allowed. Spam includes repetitive messages, posting excessive images at once, or posting multiple links that do not contribute to the conversation. Reposting the same content repeatedly within a short timeframe also counts as spam.
-**Soapboxing Specific Strike Discipline:**
+===6.4b Warnings, Strikes, and Kicks vs Bans===
-\\ - Strike 1: A warning and a 1-Month Kick from the Server.
+Starlight Commons [SLC] uses the same warning and strike structure for Discord conduct that it uses for the ARPG, depending on intent and severity. For a full explanation of how discipline and privilege restrictions work, see **[[Content Policies#4.2 Disciplinary Code|Section 4.2b Removal of Privilege Types Etiquette]]** and **[[Community Behavior#4.3 Denials, Warnings, Strikes, and Ban Systems|Section 4.3 Denials, Warnings, Strikes, and Ban Systems]]**
-\\ - Strike 2: An indefinite, non-contestable permanent Discord ban.
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+Kicks are Discord-only actions. A kick removes a user temporarily to allow time to cool down. Kicks are not automatically warnings or strikes unless a Moderator explicitly states they are. Moderators may issue or waive warnings and strikes depending on the situation, and may also apply a ban without requiring three strikes when intent and severity warrant it. The terms of discipline will be stated in the user's notice.
+Access to the official Starlight Commons [SLC] discord is a privilege, not a right. Starlight Commons [SLC] may restrict access at any time, as Discord is a non-essential service and is not required to participate in the ARPG. Discord privileges are separate from other ARPG privileges. Discord strikes do not affect a user's standing in the group or ARPG unless the incident is severe.
+//Note: It may take 24 hours or longer for a kick or ban notice to be delivered due to team capacity.//
-====8.6 Spoilers====
+**How to Appeal Bans**
+\\ Please consult **[[Community Behavior#4.4 Ban Etiquette - Appeals]]**.
-**General Spoilers:** Spoilers are never fun. Do not spoil TV, books, films, or games for other users in the Discord without applying a spoiler and providing a content warning. Visit [[https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/360022320632-Spoiler-Tags|Discord's Official Tutorial]] on how to "spoiler" content in the application.
+**Discipline**
+\\ - Strike 1: 24-hour kick or ban.
+\\ - Strike 2: Warning or one-week ban for repeated rule-breaking.
+\\ - Strike 3: Permanent Discord ban for repeated rule-breaking.
-**Starlight Commons Spoilers:** In some [[Events]], there may be hidden items or scavenger hunts that can be found and followed for rewards. Do not spoil these trails in any channel, as any who do will receive a permanent Discord ban that are non-contestable in appeals.
+===6.4c Reporting Suspicious Activity and Inappropriate Behavior===
+Users should read **[[Community Behavior|Section 4: Community Behavior]]** alongside this section for report etiquette and helpful resources. Starlight Commons [SLC] takes community safety seriously. If you witness or experience behavior that violates Discord rules or **[[Rules|Starlight Commons [SLC] Rules]]**, submit a report through the [[Service Desk]] as soon as possible. See **[[Community Behavior#4.1 Reporting|Section 4.1 Reporting]]** for more details on the reporting process.
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-====8.7 External Links & Servers====
+=====6.5 Derogatory Speech and Harassment=====
-Sharing external servers in the Starlight Commons Discord is not allowed. Additionally, if any external links are deemed inappropriate and shared in the Starlight Commons Discord server, it could result in a 24-hour kick or Full-Account Ban, depending on the content, intent, and severity.
+Derogatory speech, harassment, and hostile negativity towards any user, Moderator, Owner, creative work, or topic is not tolerated in the official Starlight Commons [SLC] Discord. Starlight Commons [SLC] does not allow users to use the official Discord to harm others. If you are being bullied, harassed, or receiving inappropriate messages, contact the [[Service Desk]] as soon as possible.
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+The official Starlight Commons [SLC] Discord is intended to stay lighthearted and friendly. Negative or inflammatory discussion is not welcome except in a brief, necessary passing context. Moderators and users may request a topic change at any time to prevent escalation. Ignoring a topic change request may result in a warning, a 24-hour kick, or a ban, depending on the intent and severity.
-====8.8 Starlight Market Category====
+**Examples**
+\\ - Publicly explaining any negative experience with any person(s) (even out of context).
+\\ - Speaking negatively about others' art, other Closed Species [CS], or person(s) (even out of context).
+\\ - Begging for art, items, or characters.
+\\ - Spreading rumors about other users.
+\\ - Guilt tripping and gaslighting. See **Section 6.5a General Guilt Tripping, Gaslighting, and Unacceptable Anti-Social Behavior** below for more details.
-Starlight Commons monitors and hosts a Discord category titled 'Starlight Market' as a moderated space for users to buy, trade, and sell art, items, and/or characters. However due to the size of our team and our desire to keep the space orderly and safe, we do NOT allow users to post any ads that are not 100% Starlight Commons related. We understand that this is strict, but we are unable to moderate or monitor the rules of other species and artists. This strict stipulation is to ensure the market space can be consistently managed. We do this specifically so Starlight Commons is not enabling Terms of Service abuses of other communities without our knowledge. Abuse of any channel in the 'Starlight Market' category can result in a permanent ban from the advertising channels. Access to the 'Starlight Market' category is a privilege, not a right. Starlight Commons reserves the right to bar any user from using these channels because it is a non-essential service to participate in the ARPG.
+===6.5a General Guilt Tripping, Gaslighting, and Unacceptable Anti-Social Behavior===
-===8.8a Starlight Market Category Disciplinary System===
+**Examples**
+\\ - Posting or sharing screenshots about being declined, warned, kicked, banned, or struck in public channels after discipline is issued.
+\\ - Repeatedly discussing pending approvals after submission in a way that rushes Moderators.
+\\ - Speaking heavily negatively about yourself to gain public sympathy, even if unintentional, such as, //"Of course I got in trouble, everyone hates me."//
+\\ - Snapping at users or Moderators for explaining [[Rules|Starlight Commons [SLC] Rules]], such as, //"Don't tell me I'm wrong."//
+\\ - Staying in a gloomy or depressed state in public channels for extended periods, regardless of the cause.
+\\ - Acting gloomy or resentful after not winning prizes, characters, items, or opportunities, such as, //"I never win anything, I put in so much effort."//
+\\ - Suggesting that someone should not be allowed to participate in [[Navigation Hub|Tasks]], [[Activities]], [[Events]], or other group-related spaces in a public or targeted way.
+\\ - Complaining about a topic to the point it becomes uncomfortable for others.
-The 'Starlight Market' Discord Category has its own disciplinary three strike system. This category's privileges are independent from all other ARPG privileges. Starlight Market Category strikes DO NOT affect your standing in the world, ARPG, or Discord. However, users banned from the Starlight Market Category can never regain this privilege as these bans are not contestable in appeals. Please refer to rule [[Community Behavior|4.2a Disciplinary Removal of Privilege]] for more details on our privileges policy and how privileges are defined.
+===6.5b Soap Boxing, Inciting Scenes, and Feedback===
-**Starlight Market Strike System:**
+Starlight Commons [SLC] is in beta and is subject to frequent changes. Starlight Commons [SLC] provides a private **[[https://forms.gle/T8q4uoyh4RfF7iWq5|Feedback & Suggestions Box]]** so users can share honest feedback safely, including frustration, without needing to censor themselves.
-\\ Strikes reset to 0 at the beginning of each calendar year. Users can receive up to two strikes; the third incident will result in a permanent ban from the market channels **#art-gallery, #stellian-exchange & #item-bazaar**.
-**Advertising After Starlight Market Privileges Removal:**
+Starlight Commons [SLC] does not provide an open feedback forum inside the official Starlight Commons [SLC] Discord or anywhere else. Public criticism on Discord creates an unsafe environment for users and often undermines the honesty and quality of the feedback received. It also makes it difficult for feedback and suggestions to be logged in an official capacity for consideration or implementation. This is not meant to silence users, but to protect the community space and keep feedback organized.
-\\ If users have lost market channel privileges and are seen advertising in other areas of the Discord server, the user will receive a permanent ban from the Starlight Commons Discord entirely. These bans are not contestable in appeals.
-**Starlight Marking Strike Discipline:**
+The goal is to keep the official Starlight Commons [SLC] Discord comfortable for users who rely on it as a lighthearted, safe space. Users are encouraged to direct others toward the **[[https://forms.gle/T8q4uoyh4RfF7iWq5|Official Feedback & Suggestions Box]]**.
-\\ Strike 1: Warning
-\\ Strike 2: Final Warning alongside a temporary kick from the server.
-\\ Strike 3: Loss of privilege to use the market channels.
-===8.8b Starlight Market Category Ad Policy===
+Users may vent or discuss concerns on personal social media, private servers, or with friends.
-**Daily Total:** Advertisements cannot be posted more than **three (3) times** in #art-gallery, #stellian-exchange or #item-bazaar each within 24 hours.
+**Explanation**
-**Max Lines:** Advertisements must be written within a max of 11 lines.
+\\ This server is family-friendly and PG-13, and does not allow ongoing negativity, heated debates, or disruptive criticism in public channels. Starlight Commons [SLC] will not allow users to pressure others or Moderators to create space for hostile or argumentative discussion. Using the official Starlight Commons [SLC] Discord for heated feature debates, aggressive feedback, or repeated disgruntled commentary may result in the removal of Discord access. Severe incidents may result in a strike or ban.
-**Acceptable Advertisement Length:**
+**Discipline**
-\\ Advertisements over 11 lines are considered spam. The 11 lines include line breaks, empty spaces, and emojis to space out the post visually. Lengthy posts will be deleted as spam, the user will be notified, and the infraction will not be recorded against the user's Starlight Market Category privileges unless the rule is repeatedly broken within a short period of time.
+\\ - Strike 1: Warning and a one-month kick from the server.
+\\ - Strike 2: Indefinite permanent Discord ban.
-**Cross-Posting Advertisement:**
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-\\ Members cannot cross-post ads in either market channel, and those that do will receive market strikes. Members must separate their advertisements to match the channel's  classification. Members cannot advertise any given [[Item Catalog|Item]], [[Stellaborn]], or commission work more than three (3) times a day.
-**No Closed Species [CS] Policy:**
+=====6.6 Spoilers=====
-\\ All advertisements must be 100% Starlight Commons related; they can feature no other Closed Species characters or content of any kind. This includes but is not limited to the following:
-\\ - Seeking trades
-\\ - Links directing back to other species/Closed Species [CS]
-\\ - Other species/Closed Species [CS] mentioned or visible in the advertisement
-\\ - Artwork of other species/Closed Species [CS]
-**Acceptable Advertisement Content:**
+**General Spoilers**
-\\ - Advertisements offering one-off original characters.
+\\ Spoilers are no fun. Do not spoil TV shows, books, films, or games for other users in the official Starlight Commons [SLC] Discord without adding a spoiler and providing a content warning. Visit **[[https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/360022320632-Spoiler-Tags-|Discord's Official Tutorial]]** on how to 'spoiler' content.
-\\ - Advertisements offering Starlight Commons currency, items, commissions, and/or trades.
-\\ - Advertisements seeking three-way trades for other user's advertisements in the Starlight Commons Discord.
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+=====6.7 Outside Links and Outside Servers=====
-**Unacceptable Advertisement Content:**
+Sharing external servers in the official Starlight Commons [SLC] Discord is not allowed. Additionally, if any external links are deemed inappropriate, this may result in a 24-hour kick or a Full-Account Ban, depending on the severity.
-\\ - Advertisements posted more than the daily limits of three times a day.
-\\ - Splitting advertisements or cross-posting advertisements to circumvent channel limits.
-\\ - Posting advertisements that cross the line max (11) with unnecessary spacing and/or emotes.
-\\ - Advertisements that feature negative rants and/or text. //(These will be instantly removed.)//
-\\ - Advertisements posted more than three times in one channel in 24 hours.
-\\ - Advertisements that link back to NSFW [18+] content.