- * Subjects which have already been discussed numerous times (please Image Search first, as these topics are locked on sight);
* Flames directed towards other users (locked on sight, possibly with a temporary ban);
* Anything not relating to the original subject of the topic (although General Chat is rather flexible);
* Images linked from other sites without their permission (simply giving a URL is much more polite);
* Any degratory comments based on age, gender, race, ethnicity or nationality (which will be met with a swift ban);
- * Spam includes advertisments, content deemed inappropriate or illegal, and flooding of the boards;
* Spammers will receive a swift kick in the ass, as well as a lengthy ban.
- * Emoticons
;* Line breaks or ALL-CAPS;
* Nested quotes;
* Giant fonts with ugly colours;
* Swearing or derogatory terms.
- * Support may not be requested via instant messaging, private messaging or e-mail;
* Your private messaging capability may be disabled if abused;
* A central list of IM, PM and e-mail abusers is kept, so repeat offenders will be banned.
- * Remains a reasonable size;
* Does not contain excessively large images or annoying animations;
* Follows all the rules applying to posts themselves.
- * Is not more than 90 pixels in width, or 90 pixels in height;
* Does not exceed 6kb in size;
* Does not contain annoying animations.
- * If any Moderator or Administrator tells you to comply with one of these rules, you must comply;
* If you argue the rules with a Moderator or Administrator, you'll be warned, and all members of the Moderator or Administrator Teams will be notified;
* Keep it up, and you'll receive a temporary ban.
- * If you have any problems, just make a post in the appropriate forum, and somebody will be glad to help you.
* The moderators are here to make everyone's visit more enjoyable, so if you experience any problems with abusive users, please tell a moderator.