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Since the end May 2023, having an entry on the whitelist is required to play on [[How-to-join|Server 3]].
== Why a whitelisted server? ==
 
== Motivation ==
In the past more and more players approached us and asked for a place where they could be truly creative. We also understand that on the public hives the roleplay suffers from time to time.  
In the past more and more players approached us and asked for a place where they could be truly creative. We also understand that on the public hives the roleplay suffers from time to time.  


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'''Secondly, really value your life.''' Your life is the most valuable thing you own, fear losing it and don't waste it for no reason.
'''Secondly, really value your life.''' Your life is the most valuable thing you own, fear losing it and don't waste it for no reason.


'''Lastly, Get Creative'''! We encourage all players to get involved as unique and interesting characters that'll create involved and rememberable experiences for your fellow islanders.
'''Lastly, Get Creative'''! We encourage all players to get involved as unique and interesting characters that'll create remarkable and rememberable experiences for your fellow islanders.




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== Applying for Whitelist ==
== Applying for Whitelist ==
In order to ensure there is a certain standard of player on the Whitelisted [[How-to-join|Server]], certain criteria must be met before being allowed to apply:
In order to ensure there is a certain standard of player on the Whitelisted Server, certain criteria must be met before being allowed to apply:


=== Minimum Requirements for Application ===
=== Minimum Requirements for Application: ===


# You must not have been banned in the past 3 weeks.
# You must not currently be banned for rule violations.
# You must have a [[Discord verification|verified Discord Account]].
# You must have a [[Discord verification|verified Discord Account]].
# You must have a proper Roleplay name. This must consist out of a First and Last name.
# Have at least 50-hours played on our Public Servers.
# Have at least 50-hours played on our Public Servers.


'''*Players who's in-game reputation is too low will also be unable to apply for the whitelist.'''
'''*Players who's in-game reputation is too low will also be unable to apply for the whitelist.'''


=== Approval Process ===
=== Approval Process: ===
 
Each Application to the Whitelist Server will be reviewed by the management team to ensure only players that can abide by the rules will be able to join.  
# Member of Management Team reviews application and cross-references it against the players profile.
# If all requirements are met and application (role-play exam) is satisfactory, then a 21 day trial VISA is issued.
# After 21 day trial VISA is over, the player has 2 weeks from the trial end date to apply for Permanent VISA (NB: Open whitelist ticket and request VISA review).
## If player waits longer than 2 weeks, process starts from the beginning.


=== Most Common Application Rejection Reasons ===
If you have recently received a suspension for rule violation(s), your application may be refused for a period of in-game hours so you can demonstate to the management team your behaviour has changed since your last incidient.
Here are list of the common reasons that applications are rejected and the relevant cooldown periods associated with the rejection.
{| class="wikitable"
|+COMMON REASONS FOR REJECTED APPLICATIONS
!Reason
!Description
!Cooldown before reapply
|-
|'''Recent Rule Violation'''
|A player who has recently violated a rule or mute ruling.
|3 weeks from when the ban was issued.
|-
|'''Word Count Too Low'''
|A player who has not come close to the suggested 150 word count.
|1 week cool down.
|-
|'''Reapply Too Soon'''
|A player who has a active cooldown and has applied to soon.
|N/A (will default to the original cooldown period)
|-
|'''OOC References'''
|A player who uses Out of Character Reference such as "Server", "game" or "player"
|2 week cool down.
|-
|'''Reapply Too Long'''
|A player who waited to long before requesting a permanent VISA review.
|N/A (Can create a new application in a new ticket)
|}
<small>''Valid since September 2024.''</small>


=== Removal of Whitelist ===
=== Removal of Whitelist: ===
Once you have obtained a whitelist VISA, there are a few reasons in which it may be removed from you. You can find some of the main reasons below:


# '''Bad Roleplay'''
==== <u>Bad Roleplay</u> ====
## No real attempt at roleplay (e.g. not providing enough time and story before attempting to use lethal force).
Some players believe interactions such as "Stop! Hands up or I'll shoot you" qualifies as enough of an interaction to justify lethal force, that is not the case and interactions like these will be grounds for dismissal from our Whitelist Server. Interactions should be longer and more drawn out to allow for Roleplay. Equally, players on the receiving end of a Hostile Encounter should consider their life the most valuable asset they have and not waste it taking unnecessary risks (Reference our [[Rules|RDM and Value of Life Rule]]<nowiki/>s for Guidance).
## OOC References (e.g. any use of out-of-character references such as game, admin, ban or player or helping others with controls etc, when caught will result in a whitelist removal)
# '''Rule Violations'''
## Any rule violation, regardless of which server the rule was broken on.
## Any ban/mute orders on your profile (wether from a rule violation or conduct in discord etc will result in a whitelist removal)
# '''Profile Assessment'''
## A profile with a reputation to low to justify decent conduct may have their whitelist removed.
# '''Special Circumstance'''
## In extremely rare cases, there may be special circumstance to which a player may have their access removed.  


== How to apply ==
Out-of-character (OOC) interations/remarks are prohibited. This is true for our Public Servers but will be especially true on our Whitelisted Server. Any language your character would not be aware of in-game (such as: server, admin, ban) are an alien language as far as your character is concerned. Anyone using OOC language should be responded to with confusion/non-understanding of the words they're using and be promptly reported to the Support Team.
[[File:Ht wl 1.png|thumb|left|Create Whitelist-Request option under #commands on the ELAN Discord.]]
[[File:Ht wl 2.png|thumb|left|Failure to meet the pre-requisite requirements.]]
[[File:Ht wl 3.png|thumb|left|A Whitelist Request as been successfully opened.]]


=== Opening a Whitelist Request ===
'''*These behaviours and others deemed to be of 'Bad Roleplay' will result in the removal of your whitelist.'''
As stated only verified Discord Accounts will be accepted for the Whitelisted Server.  


Navigate to the #commands channel under the Support Category on our Discord and Press the "Create Whitelist-Request" Button. If you meet the requirements outlined above, a Whitelist Ticket will be generated where a member of the management team will contact you to begin the application process.
==== <u>Rule Violations</u> ====
In addition to the infractions mentioned above, rule violations of any kind will be handled by our support team and then referred to managment for assessment. If found to be in breach of the rules your whitelist status '''may''' be revoked for a period of in-game hours similarly to as described above (As well as a suspension from all of ELAN's Game Servers).


=== Roleplay Exam ===
Your whitelist can be revoked regardless of whether a rule violation is commited on the Whitelist Server or on one of our Public Servers.  
As part of the onboarding process, we will require all potential applicants to write a detailed text about a character they wish to assume when playing on the Whitelist Server. This should be written in the first person (in-roleplay) and be detailed enough that we can ascertain how comfortable you are at providing a good roleplay experience.  


As a general guidline describe your character in detail, roughly 150 words or more; what is it that really defines this character? What are his believes and so on? Spare no detail about who you are, your background and why you would like to immigrate to Everon.
If you receive a game suspension for your behaviour on our Discord, you may also have your whitelist revoked.


'''*AI generated content is not accepted as a valid submission. We do require effort into your character development considering you are signing up for a more heavily focused role play experience. If you fail the Roleplay Exam, it cannot be retaken for a minimum of 7 days.'''
== How to apply: ==
[[Category:Basics]]
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Revision as of 03:56, 23 May 2023

Why a whitelisted server?

In the past more and more players approached us and asked for a place where they could be truly creative. We also understand that on the public hives the roleplay suffers from time to time.

So we wanted you to provide a place where roleplay is number one priority.

What does that mean?

Firstly, no out of character references! Adherence to the Roleplay Rule is especially important when connected to the Whitelist Server. Every interaction you have should be strictly in Roleplay.

Secondly, really value your life. Your life is the most valuable thing you own, fear losing it and don't waste it for no reason.

Lastly, Get Creative! We encourage all players to get involved as unique and interesting characters that'll create remarkable and rememberable experiences for your fellow islanders.


Due to the extra emphasis on player conduct, we would ask all who are interesting in participating to become intimately familiar with our In-Game Rules.

The Rules for ELAN's Game Servers can be found here.

Applying for Whitelist

In order to ensure there is a certain standard of player on the Whitelisted Server, certain criteria must be met before being allowed to apply:

Minimum Requirements for Application:

  1. You must not currently be banned for rule violations.
  2. You must have a verified Discord Account.
  3. Have at least 50-hours played on our Public Servers.

*Players who's in-game reputation is too low will also be unable to apply for the whitelist.

Approval Process:

Each Application to the Whitelist Server will be reviewed by the management team to ensure only players that can abide by the rules will be able to join.

If you have recently received a suspension for rule violation(s), your application may be refused for a period of in-game hours so you can demonstate to the management team your behaviour has changed since your last incidient.

Removal of Whitelist:

Bad Roleplay

Some players believe interactions such as "Stop! Hands up or I'll shoot you" qualifies as enough of an interaction to justify lethal force, that is not the case and interactions like these will be grounds for dismissal from our Whitelist Server. Interactions should be longer and more drawn out to allow for Roleplay. Equally, players on the receiving end of a Hostile Encounter should consider their life the most valuable asset they have and not waste it taking unnecessary risks (Reference our RDM and Value of Life Rules for Guidance).

Out-of-character (OOC) interations/remarks are prohibited. This is true for our Public Servers but will be especially true on our Whitelisted Server. Any language your character would not be aware of in-game (such as: server, admin, ban) are an alien language as far as your character is concerned. Anyone using OOC language should be responded to with confusion/non-understanding of the words they're using and be promptly reported to the Support Team.

*These behaviours and others deemed to be of 'Bad Roleplay' will result in the removal of your whitelist.

Rule Violations

In addition to the infractions mentioned above, rule violations of any kind will be handled by our support team and then referred to managment for assessment. If found to be in breach of the rules your whitelist status may be revoked for a period of in-game hours similarly to as described above (As well as a suspension from all of ELAN's Game Servers).

Your whitelist can be revoked regardless of whether a rule violation is commited on the Whitelist Server or on one of our Public Servers.

If you receive a game suspension for your behaviour on our Discord, you may also have your whitelist revoked.

How to apply:

WIP

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