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Maanahr: Spell-check.

2008-03-24T15:49:47Z

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Daevaorn: +cat

2008-01-07T15:59:32Z

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	* It does not create an exploitable situation. An example of this would be teleporting characters due to an unverifiable bug. GMs will not teleport players to a location, except in the case where there is a definite bug involved.		* It does not create an exploitable situation. An example of this would be teleporting characters due to an unverifiable bug. GMs will not teleport players to a location, except in the case where there is a definite bug involved.
	* It would not constitute favoritism or compete with activities conducted by players in the game. For example, GMs will not give out items unless part of an RP quest or event. We cannot give items upon request for every player in the game, so it is unfair to do it for a few. This would also interfere with player economy and the worth of items.		* It would not constitute favoritism or compete with activities conducted by players in the game. For example, GMs will not give out items unless part of an RP quest or event. We cannot give items upon request for every player in the game, so it is unfair to do it for a few. This would also interfere with player economy and the worth of items.

			[[Category:Definitions]]

Caarrie at 16:48, 29 December 2007

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 [http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?board=45.0 Overview] - Where you can find everthing related to rules, notifications and policies.
 The GM team is made up of people from all over the world who have come together to make this game more enjoyable, and are responsible for helping players with their in-game issues. The GM team strives to keep the game free of bugs, exploitation, abuse, and harassment. With large numbers of people online, such problems arise now and again, and the Game Masters intervene when necessary.
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 * It does not create an exploitable situation. An example of this would be teleporting characters due to an unverifiable bug. GMs will not teleport players to a location, except in the case where there is a definite bug involved.
 * It would not constitute favoritism or compete with activities conducted by players in the game. For example, GMs will not give out items unless part of an RP quest or event. We cannot give items upon request for every player in the game, so it is unfair to do it for a few. This would also interfere with player economy and the worth of items.

Illori at 11:02, 1 August 2007

2007-08-01T11:02:57Z

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	!GM Name !! Level !! Timezone		!GM Name !! Level !! Timezone
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	\| ~~Uyaem~~ \|\| 5 \|\| GMT+1		\| Kerol \|\| GM leader\|\| GMT+1
	\|-		\|-
	\| ~~Bakuun~~ \|\| \|\| GMT-8		\| Tarel \|\| 4 \|\| GMT+1
	\|-		\|-
	\| ~~Akaye~~ \|\| 4 \|\| GMT-7		\| Yill \|\| 4 \|\| GMT +1
	\|-		\|-
	\| ~~Chaos~~ \|\| 4 \|\| GMT-5		\| Dajoji \|\| 4 \|\| GMT -5
	\|-		\|-
	\| ~~Hadfael~~ \|\| 4 \|\| GMT+1		\| Hanix \|\| 4 \|\| GMT +0
	\|-		\|-
	\| ~~Kerol~~ \|\| 4 \|\| GMT+1		\| Hilon \|\| 4 \|\| GMT -5
	\|-		\|-
	\| ~~Tarel~~ \|\| 4 \|\| GMT+1		\| Mordraugion \|\| 4 \|\| GMT +0
			\|-
			\| Rayken \|\| 4 \|\| GMT -8
			\|-
			\| Hadfael \|\| 3 \|\| GMT+1
	\|-		\|-
	\| ~~Yill~~ \|\| 4 \|\|		\| Syilph \|\| 2 \|\| GMT+2
	\|-		\|-
	\| ~~Drey~~ \|\| 3 \|\| ~~BST~~		\| Caarrie \|\| 2 \|\| GMT -5
	\|-		\|-
	\| ~~Frostmorn~~ \|\| 2 \|\|		\| Mektar \|\| 2 \|\| GMT -7
	\|-		\|-
	\| ~~Syilph~~ \|\| 2 \|\| GMT+2		\| Rennaj \|\| 2 \|\| GMT +0
	\|}		\|}

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	=='''How can I become a Game Master?'''==		=='''How can I become a Game Master?'''==
	~~To be part of~~ GM ~~Team~~ you ~~have~~ to ~~be at least 18 years old~~. ~~This rule is aimed~~ to ~~get mature people~~ on the ~~team~~, ~~even if we know that~~ age ~~is not the only indicator~~.		So you are considering applying to the GM team?

			Before you do anything, talk to some GM either in IRC via irc.freenode.net #planeshift-gmtalk, or PM's via the forum, or if the GM isn't busy and only if the first two options are unavailable ask via /tell in game if the GM has time to talk and help you, to decide whether you really want to apply.

			If you decide to apply, approach any GM and inform them that you would like to join the team. That GM will start a thread on the GM forum, and the same GM will then monitor and manage your application.

			The GM managing your application will search through the report logs and Player history etc and post the results.

			You will be asked to submit a short written application detailing your Planeshift history, how long playing, number of characters etc. your age, real name, time zone, and a brief explanation of why you wish to become a GM. This will be posted in your application thread.

	~~There are a number of skills needed~~ to ~~be a GM. Not everyone can be a good GM~~, ~~and your ability to be successful mainly depends on your relationship skills. Patience~~, ~~communication (good knowledge~~ of ~~the~~ English ~~language~~ and ~~effective ways~~ of ~~getting your point across), teamwork, and love of roleplay are absolutely vital. Running events is especially important right now~~.		In the next step at least 2 GM's will interview you in group to assess whether you will fit into the team, reasons for joining, level of English and any other relevant information. The logs of this discussion will also be posted in this thread.

	~~If you think you can help~~ the ~~game and community by becoming a Game Master, make yourself known to~~ the ~~current~~ team ~~- get to know what they have to deal with~~ and ~~what their work~~ is ~~like. As our current goal~~ is ~~the creation of more roleplay events, only individuals who can roleplay and roleplay well will be considered right now~~.		Once all the information is collected the GM team will comment until a consensus is formed and the applicant is either put forward to Talad as a prospective GM or informed that the application is on this occasion unsuccessful.

	~~Be a good advisor - although Advisor Points are not public, they are kept track of, and~~ your ~~willingness~~ to ~~help~~ and ~~the accuracy of your answers~~ will be ~~a factor~~.		If successful your application will be forwarded to Talad and a suitable time will be negotiated for Talad to perform his interview/assessment.

	If ~~you are deemed a good candidate for~~ the GM team~~, you will be notified and have an interview with Talad to determine final placement.~~		If all goes well: Welcome to the GM team!

Josellis: Game Masters moved to Game Master: It is about the Game Master position, not the actually Game Masters

2007-06-18T06:16:41Z

Game Masters moved to Game Master: It is about the Game Master position, not the actually Game Masters

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Jonmack: /* '''Who are the GMs''' */ GM List in tabular form

2006-09-30T15:01:20Z

'''Who are the GMs''': GM List in tabular form

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 =='''Who are the GMs'''==
 The GM team is made up of people from all over the world who have come together to make this game more enjoyable, and are responsible for helping players with their in-game issues. The GM team strives to keep the game free of bugs, exploitation, abuse, and harassment. With large numbers of people online, such problems arise now and again, and the Game Masters intervene when necessary.
-Below you can find the names of current Game Masters on the team, so that players are aware of who they can turn to for help and who they should definitely listen to if approached. As always, do not try to engage the GMs in idle chatter in the game, as they are often dealing with issues that need their full attention - only send them messages if you truly need help with a problem. They are closely monitored for their actions and at many times are very busy with player requests. When contacting a GM keep this in mind. A GM should not be constantly paged by a player asking for something - we consider this GM Harassment. If the Game Master has not answered you please assume they are busy and contact them later. Usually a few minutes should do.
+The table shows the names of current Game Masters on the team, so that players are aware of who they can turn to for help and who they should definitely listen to if approached. As always, do not try to engage the GMs in idle chatter in the game, as they are often dealing with issues that need their full attention - only send them messages if you truly need help with a problem. They are closely monitored for their actions and at many times are very busy with player requests. When contacting a GM keep this in mind. A GM should not be constantly paged by a player asking for something - we consider this GM Harassment. If the Game Master has not answered you please assume they are busy and contact them later. Usually a few minutes should do.
 =='''What can a GM do for me?'''==

Uyaem: Added links to forum, chapter sequence reorganised

2006-09-30T11:52:24Z

Added links to forum, chapter sequence reorganised

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	''Big thanks to Karyuu for compiling this information and putting it into written word''		''Big thanks to Karyuu for compiling the better part of this information and putting it into written word''


			=='''Current policies and rules'''==
			Although we have the opinion that proper behaviour or the "rules of engagement" should be mostly covered by common sense, here's a list of links to the PlaneShift forums where we put down some these rules and guidelines.
			Because these rules may never be complete, final or perfect, this wiki only provides links to the forums (which are usually more up-to-date) to avoid confusion or you reading out-of-date information.

			'''Any inappropriate behavior towards a Game Master (cursing, lying, etc.) is strictly prohibited and severely punishable. To learn how you can contact Game Masters in the game or how to report inappropriate GM behavior, please read the [http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?topic=22697.0 In-Game Support and Reporting Abuse] thread.'''

			[http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?topic=21538.0 The Players Policy (June 17, 2006)] - Important information on naming and behavioural rules

			[http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?topic=22697.0 In-game support] - In-game support and reporting abuse

			[http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?topic=25357.0 Yliakum FAQ (September 01, 2006)] - Little FAQ concerning the setting and the world of PlaneShift

			[http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?topic=23700.0 Account Sharing (June 07, 2006)]

			[http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?board=45.0 Overview] - Where you can find everthing related to rules, notifications and policies.


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	If you are deemed a good candidate for the GM team, you will be notified and have an interview with Talad to determine final placement.		If you are deemed a good candidate for the GM team, you will be notified and have an interview with Talad to determine final placement.

	'''Any inappropriate behavior towards a Game Master (cursing, lying, etc.) is strictly prohibited and severely punishable. To learn how you can contact Game Masters in the game or how to report inappropriate GM behavior, please read the In-Game Support and Reporting Abuse thread.'''

Uyaem at 11:36, 30 September 2006

2006-09-30T11:36:26Z

New page

''Big thanks to Karyuu for compiling this information and putting it into written word''

=='''Who are the GMs'''==
The GM team is made up of people from all over the world who have come together to make this game more enjoyable, and are responsible for helping players with their in-game issues. The GM team strives to keep the game free of bugs, exploitation, abuse, and harassment. With large numbers of people online, such problems arise now and again, and the Game Masters intervene when necessary.

Below you can find the names of current Game Masters on the team, so that players are aware of who they can turn to for help and who they should definitely listen to if approached. As always, do not try to engage the GMs in idle chatter in the game, as they are often dealing with issues that need their full attention - only send them messages if you truly need help with a problem. They are closely monitored for their actions and at many times are very busy with player requests. When contacting a GM keep this in mind. A GM should not be constantly paged by a player asking for something - we consider this GM Harassment. If the Game Master has not answered you please assume they are busy and contact them later. Usually a few minutes should do.

List of current
*Uyaem -- GMlvl: 5; timezone: GMT+1
*Bakuun -- timezone: GMT-8
*Akaye -- GMlvl: 4; timezone: GMT-07.00
*Chaos -- GMlvl: 4; timezone: GMT-5
*Hadfael -- GMlvl: 4; timezone: GMT+1
*Kerol -- GMlvl: 4; timezone: GMT+1
*Tarel -- GMlvl: 4; timezone: GMT+1
*Yill -- GMlvl: 4; timezone:
*Drey -- GMlvl: 3; timezone: BST (for a while)
*Frostmorn -- GMlvl 2; timezone:
*Syilph -- GMlvl: 2; timezone: GMT+2

=='''What can a GM do for me?'''==
*Assist in keeping the player free from unwanted harassment.
*Assist in reporting bugs found in the game.
*Assist in providing feedback for new game functions or modifications to existing function.
*Relocate players who are stuck in the game geography.
*Assist in problems that are not covered by the FAQ or the /help channel.
*Check for frequently hit bugs, errors or misleading game functions. Reporting bugs, problems and possible enhancement is a critical part of the GM work.
*Encourage roleplay and other initiatives players may have, like creation of new guilds, roleplaying certain situations or characters, provide wedding services, etc.
*Create and run dynamic quests and events in the game.

=='''What can a GM ''not'' do for me?'''==
It is the goal of the GM team to help a player with any possible situation as long as:

*It does not involve giving "spoiler" information, such as detailed directions, quest information, or information on creatures, armor and weapons. Knowledge of these subjects is considered part of the "mystery" of the game. It is part of the game to adventure and learn the wonders of the world of Yliakum.
* It does not create an exploitable situation. An example of this would be teleporting characters due to an unverifiable bug. GMs will not teleport players to a location, except in the case where there is a definite bug involved.
* It would not constitute favoritism or compete with activities conducted by players in the game. For example, GMs will not give out items unless part of an RP quest or event. We cannot give items upon request for every player in the game, so it is unfair to do it for a few. This would also interfere with player economy and the worth of items.

=='''How can I become a Game Master?'''==
To be part of GM Team you have to be at least 18 years old. This rule is aimed to get mature people on the team, even if we know that age is not the only indicator.

There are a number of skills needed to be a GM. Not everyone can be a good GM, and your ability to be successful mainly depends on your relationship skills. Patience, communication (good knowledge of the English language and effective ways of getting your point across), teamwork, and love of roleplay are absolutely vital. Running events is especially important right now.

If you think you can help the game and community by becoming a Game Master, make yourself known to the current team - get to know what they have to deal with and what their work is like. As our current goal is the creation of more roleplay events, only individuals who can roleplay and roleplay well will be considered right now.

Be a good advisor - although Advisor Points are not public, they are kept track of, and your willingness to help and the accuracy of your answers will be a factor.

If you are deemed a good candidate for the GM team, you will be notified and have an interview with Talad to determine final placement.

'''Any inappropriate behavior towards a Game Master (cursing, lying, etc.) is strictly prohibited and severely punishable. To learn how you can contact Game Masters in the game or how to report inappropriate GM behavior, please read the In-Game Support and Reporting Abuse thread.'''

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	''Big thanks to Karyuu for compiling the better part of this information and putting it into written word''		''Big thanks to Karyuu for compiling the better part of this information and putting it into written word''


	=='''Current policies and rules'''==		=='''Current policies and rules'''==
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	Because these rules may never be complete, final or perfect, this wiki only provides links to the forums (which are usually more up-to-date) to avoid confusion or you reading out-of-date information.		Because these rules may never be complete, final or perfect, this wiki only provides links to the forums (which are usually more up-to-date) to avoid confusion or you reading out-of-date information.

	'''Any inappropriate ~~behavior~~ towards a Game Master (cursing, lying, etc.) is strictly prohibited and severely punishable. To learn how you can contact Game Masters in the game or how to report inappropriate GM ~~behavior~~, please read the [http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?topic=22697.0 In-Game Support and Reporting Abuse] thread.'''		'''Any inappropriate behaviour towards a Game Master (cursing, lying, etc.) is strictly prohibited and severely punishable. To learn how you can contact Game Masters in the game or how to report inappropriate GM behaviour, please read the [http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?topic=22697.0 In-Game Support and Reporting Abuse] thread.'''

	[http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?topic=21538.0 The Players Policy (June 17, 2006)] - Important information on naming and behavioural rules		[http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?topic=21538.0 The Players Policy (June 17, 2006)] - Important information on naming and behavioural rules
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	[http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?topic=23700.0 Account Sharing (June 07, 2006)]		[http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?topic=23700.0 Account Sharing (June 07, 2006)]

	[http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?board=45.0 Overview] - Where you can find ~~everthing~~ related to rules, notifications and policies.		[http://hydlaa.com/smf/index.php?board=45.0 Overview] - Where you can find everything related to rules, notifications and policies.


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	It is the goal of the GM team to help a player with any possible situation as long as:		It is the goal of the GM team to help a player with any possible situation as long as:

	*It does not involve giving "spoiler" information, such as detailed directions, quest information, or information on creatures, ~~armor~~ and weapons. Knowledge of these subjects is considered part of the "mystery" of the game. It is part of the game to adventure and learn the wonders of the world of Yliakum.		*It does not involve giving "spoiler" information, such as detailed directions, quest information, or information on creatures, armour and weapons. Knowledge of these subjects is considered part of the "mystery" of the game. It is part of the game to adventure and learn the wonders of the world of Yliakum.
	* It does not create an exploitable situation. An example of this would be teleporting characters due to an unverifiable bug. GMs will not teleport players to a location, except in the case where there is a definite bug involved.		* It does not create an exploitable situation. An example of this would be teleporting characters due to an unverifiable bug. GMs will not teleport players to a location, except in the case where there is a definite bug involved.
	* It would not constitute ~~favoritism~~ or compete with activities conducted by players in the game. For example, GMs will not give out items unless part of an RP quest or event. We cannot give items upon request for every player in the game, so it is unfair to do it for a few. This would also interfere with player economy and the worth of items.		* It would not constitute favouritism or compete with activities conducted by players in the game. For example, GMs will not give out items unless part of an RP quest or event. We cannot give items upon request for every player in the game, so it is unfair to do it for a few. This would also interfere with player economy and the worth of items.

	[[Category:Definitions]]		[[Category:Definitions]]