Post image AUREVE WORLD ROLEPLAY Official Community Rules & Regulations Introduction Welcome to Aureve World Roleplay . Our goal is simple: to create one of the most immersive and realistic text-based roleplay experiences available. Every character should feel like a real person living inside a persistent world where actions have consequences, stories develop naturally, and every player contributes to the larger community. Unlike arcade-style roleplay servers, Aureve World is built around realism, consistency, and long-term character development. Your character is expected to have believable motivations, realistic limitations, and a life that extends beyond simply making money or seeking conflict. These rules are not intended to remove creativity. Instead, they exist to ensure every player enjoys a fair, immersive, and enjoyable roleplay experience. No ruleset can account for every possible situation. Roleplay is unpredictable by nature. Because of this, the Administration Team may make decisions based on the intent of a rule rather than its exact wording. If you ever believe an administrative decision was made incorrectly, you may respectfully appeal it through the proper channels after the situation has concluded. Staff members are expected to remain impartial and professional, and players are expected to cooperate during administrative interactions. Breaking the spirit of a rule is treated the same as breaking the written rule. By playing Aureve World, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to follow these rules. Our Philosophy Everything we do revolves around one simple belief: Your character should not exist simply to obtain money, weapons, vehicles, or status. Instead, they should feel believable. They should have goals. They should have flaws. They should have relationships. They should experience victories and failures. Some of the most memorable roleplay moments are not successful robberies or massive shootouts—they are conversations, friendships, rivalries, businesses, investigations, romances, betrayals, and the slow development of a character over months or even years. Always ask yourself one question before acting: If the answer is no, reconsider your actions. Administrative Discretion Not every situation can be solved by quoting a single rule. Administrators may use discretion when handling reports if a player's actions clearly damage the quality of roleplay, even if the exact situation is not specifically written within this handbook. Likewise, simply finding a loophole in the wording of a rule does not make the action acceptable. Our staff team will always prioritize: Fairness Realism Community health Long-term server quality over technicalities. Rule Interpretation Examples listed throughout this handbook are intended to help explain each rule. They are examples only. A situation does not have to be specifically listed to be considered a rule violation. Likewise, if something is not explicitly prohibited but clearly violates the spirit of immersive roleplay, it may still result in administrative action. When in doubt: Ask Staff before acting—not afterwards. Chapter 1 — Community Conduct Aureve World is first and foremost a community. Everyone deserves to enjoy the server regardless of experience level, nationality, gender, identity, religion, or background. Healthy competition and character conflict are encouraged. Personal attacks are not. There is an important distinction between: Character conflict Player conflict Your character may hate another character. You, as a player, should never allow that conflict to become personal. 1.1 Respect All players are expected to remain respectful toward: Players Staff Members Developers Community Members Content Creators This expectation applies everywhere that represents Aureve World, including: Discord Forums In-game Community events Direct Messages relating to server events Group chats discussing Aureve-related situations Using out-of-character conflicts to harass, threaten, intimidate, or insult another player is unacceptable. Constructive criticism is welcome. Harassment is not. 1.2 Administrative Decisions Staff members are responsible for maintaining order and fairness across the server. During an active administrative situation: Follow staff instructions. Remain respectful. Do not argue in-game. Do not interfere with ongoing investigations. If you disagree with an administrative decision, complete the situation first. Appeals exist for a reason. Arguing with staff during active roleplay only disrupts everyone involved. 1.3 Sportsmanship Winning is never more important than creating enjoyable roleplay. Players should never: Treat roleplay like a competitive game. Seek only victories. Ignore realistic consequences. Ruin scenes simply to "win." Sometimes your character loses. Sometimes they get arrested. Sometimes they fail. Sometimes they die. Those moments often create better stories than success ever could. 1.4 Staying In Character Unless using approved Out of Character communication methods, players are expected to remain in character at all times. Avoid unnecessary OOC conversations during active scenes. If an issue occurs during roleplay: Continue the roleplay whenever reasonably possible. Administrative assistance should generally be requested after the scene concludes unless immediate intervention is absolutely necessary. 1.5 Combat Logging & Roleplay Avoidance Disconnecting, going AFK, intentionally crashing, or otherwise avoiding roleplay to escape consequences is strictly prohibited. Examples include: Leaving after being detained. Disconnecting during negotiations. Logging out to avoid arrest. Going AFK while being robbed. Closing the game during an active investigation. Disconnecting immediately after committing a crime to avoid identification. If an unexpected crash occurs, players are expected to return as quickly as possible. Repeated crashes that consistently benefit the player may be investigated. 1.6 Realistic Consequences Every action should have believable consequences. Players are expected to roleplay: Vehicle collisions. Falls. Injuries. Emotional reactions. Fear. Stress. Fatigue. Environmental effects. Driving into a wall at highway speeds and continuing as though nothing happened damages immersion for everyone. Likewise, surviving a gunshot does not mean your character instantly recovers. 1.7 Common Courtesy Examples The following are examples of Community Conduct violations: Personally insulting another player after losing a roleplay situation. Sending abusive private messages regarding in-character events. Ignoring staff instructions. Disconnecting to avoid consequences. Using another player's crash to gain an in-character advantage. Going AFK during active roleplay. Purposely disrupting another player's experience. Refusing to roleplay realistic injuries. Repeatedly trolling new players. Chapter 2 — Roleplay Standards Roleplay is the foundation of Aureve World. Every interaction, regardless of how significant or insignificant it may seem, contributes to the living world shared by hundreds of other players. Whether you are purchasing a coffee, investigating a homicide, operating a business, or participating in a criminal organization, every action should reflect the behavior of a believable individual living in a realistic environment. Our server is not designed around "winning." It is designed around collaborative storytelling. Your objective should never be to defeat another player, obtain the most money, or avoid every negative consequence. Instead, your objective is to help create stories worth remembering. The most respected roleplayers are not those who always succeed—they are those who portray their characters consistently, embrace setbacks, and help others enjoy the experience alongside them. 2.1 Realism Above Convenience Aureve World places realism above convenience. This means players should always consider what would realistically happen within the situation they are portraying instead of what benefits them most mechanically. Your character is not a superhero. They are not immune to fear. They do not possess perfect memory. They do not have limitless stamina. They cannot instantly recover from serious injuries. They cannot flawlessly perform every task they attempt. Every character should possess strengths, weaknesses, emotions, fears, and limitations. If your actions consistently ignore realistic human behavior, you are not portraying a believable character. Good Roleplay Good roleplay creates opportunities for everyone involved. Good roleplayers: Accept failure gracefully. Create scenes instead of rushing through them. Think before acting. Consider how their actions affect everyone else. Value realism over personal gain. Allow situations to naturally develop. The purpose of roleplay is not to force an outcome. It is to tell a believable story. Poor Roleplay Poor roleplay generally prioritizes mechanics over immersion. Examples include: Constantly rushing scenes. Refusing to acknowledge injuries. Ignoring realistic emotions. Making decisions solely because they provide an advantage. Treating every interaction as a competition. Repeating the same criminal activity without believable motivation. Acting without considering consequences. Poor roleplay damages immersion, even when no specific written rule has technically been broken. 2.2 Character Consistency Every character should behave consistently with their established personality, background, and life experiences. Your character's decisions should be influenced by: Their upbringing. Their beliefs. Their profession. Their education. Their relationships. Their previous experiences. Their emotional state. People grow over time. Characters should as well. A timid college student should not suddenly become an experienced bank robber overnight. Likewise, a decorated police officer should not suddenly begin committing violent crimes without extensive character development leading to that decision. Character progression should happen naturally through roleplay. Character Growth Characters are expected to evolve. Experiences should permanently shape them. Examples include: A shooting victim may develop anxiety around firearms. A firefighter involved in a fatal incident may suffer emotional trauma. A detective who spends months investigating organized crime may become increasingly paranoid. A criminal repeatedly betrayed by associates may become more cautious about trusting others. Growth creates memorable characters. Characters who never change often become repetitive and unrealistic. 2.3 Quality Over Quantity There is no reward for completing scenes as quickly as possible. Take your time. Describe your actions. Respond thoughtfully. Allow conversations to breathe. A five-minute interaction filled with meaningful dialogue is far more valuable than thirty rushed interactions that exist only to obtain money or complete a scripted mechanic. Every roleplay scene should feel like something that could genuinely happen. 2.4 Fear and Self-Preservation Although Aureve World does not enforce outdated "fear RP" mechanics through artificial rules, every player is expected to portray realistic self-preservation. People naturally fear: Death. Serious injury. Firearms. Explosions. Being severely outnumbered. Losing loved ones. Long prison sentences. Dangerous environments. Your character should react accordingly. Standing unarmed in front of four armed attackers while insulting them repeatedly without believable reasoning is not realistic. Likewise, charging toward multiple armed police officers with no concern for your own safety is not believable unless supported by extraordinary circumstances or established character traits. Even then, extraordinary decisions should carry extraordinary consequences. Accepting Consequences Characters sometimes make terrible decisions. That is completely acceptable. However, if your character knowingly chooses an extremely dangerous course of action, you must also accept the consequences if that decision fails. These consequences may include: Permanent injuries. Character death. Long-term imprisonment. Financial loss. Loss of reputation. Psychological trauma. High-risk decisions should create memorable stories—not opportunities to avoid consequences through technicalities. 2.5 Realistic Communication Communication should always remain believable. Your character cannot possess information they realistically could not have obtained. Similarly, conversations should resemble how real people communicate. Avoid: Speaking entirely through game mechanics. Constantly referencing commands or systems. Using modern internet slang excessively in serious scenes. Treating every interaction as if it were a video game. The objective is to create the illusion that the world exists independently of the mechanics supporting it. 2.6 Slow Burn Storytelling Not every roleplay scene requires violence. In fact, the strongest stories often contain none at all. Business rivalries... Political disagreements... Family conflicts... Friendships... Romantic relationships... Investigations... Court proceedings... Community events... These stories often last weeks or months and provide significantly richer experiences than a single firefight. Players are encouraged to think beyond immediate gratification. Sometimes allowing tension to build naturally creates far more rewarding roleplay than resolving everything through violence. 2.7 Roleplay Before Mechanics Mechanics exist to support roleplay—not replace it. Just because the game allows an action does not mean your character may instantly perform it. Before interacting with mechanics involving another player, sufficient roleplay should occur to establish what your character is attempting to do. For example: Attempting to search someone's belongings should involve describing where and how your character is searching. Attempting to restrain another player should involve portraying the physical struggle or compliance before relying on scripted mechanics. Attempting to steal property should be supported by believable actions leading up to that moment. Roleplay gives meaning to mechanics. Mechanics without roleplay reduce immersion. 2.8 The Aureve Standard At Aureve World, we ask every player to remember one simple principle: Ask yourself: Did my actions improve the experience for everyone involved? Did I create opportunities for others to respond? Did I portray my character consistently? Did I prioritize storytelling over winning? Would this interaction feel believable if someone watched it unfold in real life? If the answer to those questions is yes, you are already contributing to the type of community Aureve World strives to build. Chapter 3 — Powergaming 3.1 Definition of Powergaming Powergaming is defined as any action or roleplay that ignores realistic limitations, removes another player's reasonable opportunity to respond, forces an outcome without consent or proper mechanics, or otherwise prioritizes mechanical advantage over believable roleplay. The principle behind this rule is simple: every character exists within the same realistic world and is subject to the same physical, environmental, and human limitations as any ordinary person. While Grand Theft Auto V provides players with a wide range of mechanics, animations, and scripted interactions, these mechanics exist solely to facilitate roleplay and should never dictate it. Players are expected to understand that not every action permitted by the game engine is acceptable within Aureve World. The ability to sprint indefinitely, survive significant vehicle collisions, instantly interact with scripted systems, or perform physically impossible actions are limitations of the game itself rather than representations of reality. As such, every player has a responsibility to portray their character in a manner that reflects realism rather than convenience. A character who consistently ignores pain, physical exhaustion, environmental hazards, or the natural consequences of their actions is not contributing to the immersive standard expected throughout the community. Powergaming may occur intentionally or unintentionally. While some violations are obvious—such as attempting to lift a vehicle, forcing another character unconscious through a single emote, or claiming another player's injuries without allowing them to respond—many instances are considerably more subtle. Rushing scripted interactions, initiating criminal mechanics before establishing roleplay, performing unrealistic actions simply because the script allows them, or deliberately denying another player the opportunity to react are all examples of conduct that undermine collaborative storytelling. Staff will always assess the entirety of a situation rather than focusing solely on an isolated action. 3.2 General Standards Every roleplay scene should develop naturally and provide every participant with a fair opportunity to contribute. Players may describe what their own character attempts to do, but they may never dictate the outcome of actions involving another character unless that outcome has already been determined through server mechanics, mutual agreement, or administrative intervention. Roleplay is a collaborative environment rather than a competitive one; each participant should be given sufficient time and opportunity to acknowledge, respond to, or resist actions where appropriate. Furthermore, scripted mechanics should never replace roleplay. Commands relating to searches, robberies, restraints, vehicle interactions, property systems, or similar gameplay features are intended to represent the conclusion of believable roleplay—not its beginning. Before relying upon any mechanic that directly affects another player, sufficient descriptive roleplay should first establish what your character is attempting to accomplish. The mechanic should merely support the roleplay that has already occurred rather than acting as a substitute for it. Players may not : Force another player's actions, injuries, emotions, or reactions through roleplay. Describe the outcome of an action before another player has been given a reasonable opportunity to respond. Initiate scripted interactions that affect another player without first establishing appropriate roleplay. Perform actions that would be physically impossible or clearly unrealistic for an ordinary person. Ignore realistic limitations such as injuries, fatigue, fear, environmental hazards, or physical capability. Treat game mechanics as justification for unrealistic behavior. Use unrealistic driving, movement, or vehicle handling simply because the game engine permits it. Invent physical evidence, hidden items, security systems, witnesses, or environmental details solely to obtain an advantage during an active roleplay situation. 3.3 Physical Realism Characters are expected to react realistically to injuries, collisions, physical exertion, environmental conditions, and dangerous situations. Being involved in a high-speed collision, suffering multiple gunshot wounds, falling from a significant height, or sustaining other serious injuries should meaningfully influence the character's physical capabilities and subsequent roleplay. The absence of a scripted injury animation does not remove the responsibility to portray those injuries appropriately. Likewise, players should remain mindful of realistic human limitations throughout ordinary gameplay. Vehicles should be driven in a believable manner, public environments should be treated as populated even where player density is low, and criminal activity should always account for the realistic likelihood of witnesses, surveillance, emergency response, and public attention. The objective is not to artificially restrict gameplay but rather to maintain an environment where every action feels believable within the world being portrayed. Examples of Powergaming The following examples are intended to illustrate common violations of this rule. They should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list. Initiating a robbery through script commands before roleplaying the interaction. Forcing another character into a vehicle without allowing them an opportunity to react. Ignoring serious injuries sustained during a vehicle collision or shooting. Conducting unrealistic vehicle pursuits involving impossible jumps or repeated high-speed impacts without consequence. Claiming items were hidden, destroyed, or concealed despite no previous roleplay establishing their existence. Searching another player instantaneously without describing how or where the search is conducted. Continuing to fight, sprint, or perform physically demanding actions immediately after sustaining life-threatening injuries. Treating heavily populated areas as though no civilians, surveillance systems, or emergency services exist. Administrative staff will always evaluate powergaming based upon the overall realism of the scene rather than isolated actions. Players are encouraged to exercise sound judgement, prioritize immersion over mechanical success, and remember that believable roleplay will always take precedence over obtaining an advantage through the game's systems. Chapter 4 — Metagaming 4.1 Definition of Metagaming Metagaming is defined as the use of out-of-character (OOC) information to influence in-character (IC) actions, decisions, knowledge, relationships, or outcomes. At its core, this rule exists to preserve the integrity of roleplay by ensuring that every character acquires information naturally through the world around them rather than through knowledge possessed by the player controlling them. A believable roleplay environment cannot exist if characters consistently act upon information they have no realistic means of obtaining, regardless of whether that information was learned intentionally or by accident. Every player participating in Aureve World possesses two separate perspectives: their own perspective as the player and the perspective of the character they portray. These perspectives must remain entirely separate at all times. While a player may observe conversations in Discord, watch livestreams, read forum posts, witness roleplay occurring on another character, or simply possess knowledge from previous experiences, none of this information automatically becomes known to their character. Your character exists solely within the fictional world of Aureve World and may only act upon information that they have legitimately acquired through in-character interaction, investigation, observation, or communication. Metagaming is considered one of the most serious violations within a heavy roleplay environment because it directly undermines trust between players. Every investigation, criminal operation, business negotiation, legal proceeding, or personal relationship relies upon the assumption that information has been obtained legitimately. When a player introduces outside knowledge into these situations, they bypass the natural progression of roleplay and deprive others of meaningful interaction. Whether intentional or accidental, the result is the same: the authenticity of the scene is compromised. 4.2 Separation of Character and Player Knowledge Every character you create must be treated as an entirely independent individual. Each character possesses their own experiences, memories, relationships, beliefs, education, and understanding of the world. Information obtained by one character must never influence another character under your control, regardless of how insignificant that information may appear. Likewise, your own knowledge as a player must never influence your character's decisions. Simply because you know the identity of another player, recognize a vehicle from previous encounters, or have seen another roleplay scene unfold does not mean your character possesses the same awareness. Characters are expected to make decisions based exclusively upon information that exists within the roleplay itself. This distinction extends beyond obvious examples such as Discord conversations or private messages. Players should also exercise caution regarding livestreams, screenshots, recordings, staff discussions, community forums, and conversations that occur outside the roleplay environment. If your character did not realistically witness or learn the information through legitimate in-character means, it must not influence your actions. Players may not : Use information learned through Discord, voice calls, forums, streams, screenshots, or any other out-of-character source to benefit their character. Relay in-character information through out-of-character communication. Obtain information on one character and utilize it on another character under their control. Coordinate active roleplay scenes through external communication platforms. Create new characters to continue, influence, or retaliate for the story of another character. Use staff reports, administrative discussions, punishment information, or community discussions as character knowledge. Assume another character's identity based solely upon player familiarity rather than legitimate roleplay. 4.3 Multiple Characters Players are welcome to portray multiple unique characters throughout Aureve World; however, each character must exist entirely independently from the others. A player may never use one character to benefit another, either directly or indirectly. This includes the transfer of knowledge, assets, relationships, influence, or opportunities that would not realistically exist without the player controlling both characters. Characters must develop naturally through their own experiences. They should establish their own friendships, rivalries, careers, criminal associations, and personal histories independently. Creating multiple characters that effectively operate as extensions of one another fundamentally undermines the persistent world Aureve World strives to maintain. For this reason, players are prohibited from creating interconnected narratives between their own characters without explicit administrative approval. Likewise, one character may never be introduced into an active situation for the purpose of assisting another character controlled by the same player, regardless of whether that assistance is direct or indirect. 4.4 In-Character Communication All communication intended to influence roleplay must occur through approved in-character systems. Telephone calls, radio communications, face-to-face conversations, letters, advertisements, businesses, government records, and other server-supported methods represent legitimate methods of exchanging information within the roleplay environment. External communication platforms such as Discord, TeamSpeak, Steam Chat, social media, or private messaging applications must never be used to coordinate ongoing roleplay situations. While these platforms naturally exist for community interaction, they must remain entirely separate from the fictional world portrayed by your characters. Administrative communication, clarification of mechanics, or obtaining consent for sensitive roleplay may occur out-of-character where appropriate. However, these conversations must never be used to influence the outcome of an active scene or provide tactical advantages to any participant. 4.5 Mechanical Information Players must never treat game interface elements as in-character information unless explicitly established by server mechanics. Elements such as nametags, player identifiers, interface notifications, script outputs, health indicators, or similar mechanics exist solely for gameplay purposes unless otherwise specified. Your character does not possess access to these interfaces and therefore cannot make decisions based upon them. Reasonable effort should always be made to identify individuals through legitimate roleplay rather than mechanical indicators. Clothing, voice, physical appearance, mannerisms, tattoos, documented records, eyewitness accounts, surveillance footage, and previous interactions all represent believable methods of identification. Reading a nametag through a tinted windshield or recognizing a masked individual purely because you know which player is controlling them does not. Examples of Metagaming The following examples illustrate common violations of this rule and should not be interpreted as a complete list. Messaging another player on Discord to warn them that law enforcement officers have arrived at their property. Watching another player's livestream in order to locate their character. Using information obtained while playing one character to benefit another character under your control. Identifying a masked individual through their nametag or player identity. Coordinating pursuits, shootouts, robberies, or investigations through external voice communication. Contacting another player out-of-character to arrange an in-character meeting. Using information discovered through staff reports or community discussions within active roleplay. Returning to a location because you witnessed the events on another character rather than because your current character had legitimate reason to do so. Administrative Interpretation Not every instance of metagaming is intentional; however, intent does not necessarily determine whether a violation has occurred. Administrative staff will assess each situation by examining whether the information used by a character could have been reasonably obtained through legitimate roleplay. Where uncertainty exists, players should always choose the course of action that preserves immersion rather than provides an advantage. The integrity of Aureve World's persistent world depends upon players maintaining a clear distinction between themselves and the characters they portray. Every investigation should require genuine detective work, every criminal enterprise should rely upon realistic secrecy, and every personal relationship should develop through natural interaction rather than outside influence. By respecting this separation, players contribute to a roleplay environment where achievements, failures, and stories feel authentic because they were earned entirely within the world itself. Chapter 5 — Deathmatching & Use of Force 5.1 Definition of Deathmatching Deathmatching, commonly referred to as "DM," is the act of initiating violence or killing another character without sufficient in-character justification, realistic escalation, or reasonable roleplay leading to the use of force. Within Aureve World, violence is considered one of the most serious forms of roleplay due to the significant and often permanent consequences it can have on every participant involved. Gunfire, stabbings, assaults, and other acts of serious violence should never be treated as routine interactions or as a convenient method of resolving disagreements. Rather, they should represent extraordinary situations that occur only when circumstances have genuinely escalated to a point where violence becomes a believable and proportionate response. Aureve World is designed around long-term character development and persistent storytelling. Every violent encounter has the potential to permanently alter the direction of multiple characters' stories, whether through injury, criminal prosecution, financial hardship, or character death. Because of this, players are expected to approach violence with maturity and restraint. Characters should not resort to lethal force simply because it is mechanically available or because it offers the quickest solution to a conflict. Whenever possible, disputes should evolve naturally through conversation, negotiation, intimidation, investigation, or other forms of roleplay before violence is considered. The existence of an argument, insult, personal dislike, or previous disagreement does not automatically justify physical violence. Likewise, players should never treat firearms or other deadly weapons as tools to "win" roleplay. Violence should always be the result of believable character motivations that have developed through roleplay rather than out-of-character frustration or a desire to create action. Administrative staff will always evaluate violent encounters by examining the complete context of the situation, including the events leading up to the confrontation, the proportionality of the response, and whether reasonable alternatives existed. 5.2 Escalation of Force Not every disagreement should result in physical confrontation, and not every physical confrontation should result in deadly force. Characters are expected to respond proportionately to the circumstances they face, taking into account the seriousness of the threat, the environment, the number of individuals involved, and the realistic consequences of their actions. A character who immediately escalates a verbal disagreement into a shooting without meaningful justification is not portraying realistic human behavior. Reasonable escalation does not necessarily require lengthy conversations or repeated warnings in every circumstance. Certain situations—such as an active armed robbery, an attempted murder, or an immediate threat to life—may naturally justify an immediate response. However, in the overwhelming majority of roleplay situations, violence should develop progressively. Characters should have opportunities to intimidate, negotiate, withdraw, or otherwise influence the outcome before resorting to physical force. This gradual escalation creates richer roleplay for everyone involved and reflects how conflicts generally unfold in reality. Players should also recognize that their characters are expected to value their own safety. A reasonable individual does not willingly engage in deadly confrontations unless they genuinely believe there is no practical alternative. Characters who repeatedly seek violent encounters, provoke conflicts solely to justify later violence, or intentionally manufacture situations where force becomes inevitable may be found in violation of this rule even if each individual action appears technically justifiable when viewed in isolation. Players may not : Initiate violence without a legitimate in-character reason. Use deadly force where significantly lesser force would reasonably resolve the situation. Escalate minor disputes into shootings or lethal assaults without believable justification. Deliberately provoke another character with the intention of creating an excuse to attack them. Use violence primarily to obtain assets, avoid roleplay, or force a preferred outcome. Kill or seriously injure another character solely because they insulted, offended, or inconvenienced your character. Treat every criminal encounter as though violence is the expected or preferred outcome. 5.3 Proportionality & Reasonable Force The degree of force used by a character should always remain proportionate to the threat they are facing. Realistic decision-making requires characters to assess situations rationally rather than immediately selecting the most extreme response available. While every confrontation is unique, players should continually ask themselves whether the level of force being used would appear reasonable to an objective observer considering the circumstances. For example, a disagreement over property, an argument outside a business, or a simple fist fight will rarely justify the immediate use of a firearm. Conversely, a character who reasonably believes they or another individual faces an imminent threat of death or serious bodily harm may be justified in responding with greater force. Staff understand that roleplay is fluid and that characters often make poor decisions under stress; however, poor judgment does not exempt a player from the expectation of portraying realistic human behavior. The environment in which violence occurs is equally important. Public locations containing large numbers of civilians, businesses, emergency services, surveillance systems, or law enforcement presence naturally increase the risk associated with violent acts. Characters should recognize these risks and incorporate them into their decision-making. Committing acts of serious violence in heavily populated areas without acknowledging the realistic consequences demonstrates poor judgment and may constitute a breach of multiple server rules. 5.4 Vehicles as Weapons Motor vehicles represent extremely dangerous instruments capable of causing severe injury or death. As such, they must never be used casually as offensive weapons. Deliberately striking another character with a vehicle, forcing collisions, or using a vehicle to incapacitate individuals should occur only in circumstances where such actions are genuinely proportionate to the danger being faced and where no safer realistic alternative exists. Vehicle pursuits deserve particular attention. During pursuits, drivers are expected to balance their objective of escaping or apprehending suspects against the realistic risks posed to themselves and the general public. Pursuits should not evolve into unrealistic displays of reckless driving, impossible stunts, or deliberate disregard for civilian safety simply because the game engine allows those actions. A successful escape achieved through believable decision-making is far more valuable than one achieved through unrealistic driving. Examples of Deathmatching The following examples illustrate common violations of this rule. They are provided for guidance and should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list. Shooting another character because they insulted or mocked you. Escalating a fist fight into a shooting without believable justification. Deliberately provoking another player in order to manufacture a reason to attack them. Killing another character purely because they witnessed a minor crime. Running over pedestrians simply because they are obstructing your path. Opening fire immediately upon seeing rival characters without prior interaction or established circumstances. Using a vehicle to intentionally strike another player where no immediate threat to life exists. Treating every confrontation as though deadly force is the default response. Administrative Interpretation Violence represents one of the most significant forms of character interaction within Aureve World. Consequently, administrative staff will review incidents involving serious injury or death with careful consideration of the circumstances leading to the event rather than focusing exclusively on the final moments of the confrontation. A technically valid justification for violence may still be insufficient if it is clear that the player intentionally engineered the situation to create that justification. Players are encouraged to remember that memorable roleplay rarely stems from how quickly a conflict ends, but rather from how convincingly it develops. Negotiation, intimidation, failed diplomacy, betrayal, and gradual escalation often create far more engaging stories than immediate violence. Characters who exercise restraint, demonstrate believable judgment, and recognize the lasting consequences of their actions contribute significantly to the immersive environment Aureve World strives to maintain. Chapter 6 — Character Creation & Standards 6.1 The Purpose of Character Creation Every character created within Aureve World should represent a believable individual capable of existing naturally within the persistent world of San Andreas. Characters are not merely avatars controlled by players; they are independent people with their own history, ambitions, personality, education, relationships, strengths, weaknesses, and moral values. The quality of roleplay experienced across the server is directly influenced by the quality of the characters inhabiting it. Consequently, players are expected to devote genuine thought and care to the creation and continued development of every character they portray. Character creation extends far beyond selecting a name or physical appearance. A believable character should possess realistic motivations that influence their decisions over an extended period of time. Financial goals, family obligations, career aspirations, personal fears, political opinions, religious beliefs, or traumatic experiences may all shape how a character responds to situations. These traits should develop naturally through roleplay rather than existing solely to justify specific gameplay decisions. Characters should evolve as they experience success, failure, loss, and personal growth throughout their lives. The objective is not to create a perfect individual. On the contrary, memorable characters often possess meaningful flaws that create opportunities for compelling roleplay. A character who never makes mistakes, never struggles, never changes their opinions, and consistently succeeds regardless of circumstance is rarely believable. Players are encouraged to embrace imperfections, setbacks, and long-term character development rather than pursuing unrealistic competence in every aspect of the game. 6.2 Character Naming A character's name should reflect a believable modern identity appropriate to their cultural background and personal history. Names should resemble those that could reasonably appear on government-issued identification and should not distract from the immersive environment maintained throughout the server. While players retain considerable freedom when selecting names, administrative staff reserve the authority to reject names that undermine realism or otherwise conflict with the standards established by Aureve World. Names that intentionally reference celebrities, fictional characters, internet personalities, memes, historical figures, or obvious jokes are not appropriate for a serious roleplay environment. Similarly, names created for comedic value, wordplay, or shock factor are inconsistent with the tone expected throughout the community. Players should also avoid names that closely resemble existing members of the community where confusion may reasonably arise. Character names may not : Reference famous individuals or public figures. Reference fictional characters, games, films, television, or other media. Consist of jokes, memes, puns, or intentionally comedic wording. Contain titles, ranks, symbols, numbers, or unnecessary special characters. Be selected with the intention of impersonating another player or creating confusion. Be intentionally offensive or discriminatory. 6.3 Character Background & Consistency Once established, a character's background should remain internally consistent unless it naturally develops through roleplay. A character's education, upbringing, financial status, criminal history, military service, or professional qualifications should influence how they behave throughout their life. Players should avoid rewriting significant portions of their character's history merely to accommodate changing circumstances or to justify unrealistic actions. Likewise, dramatic changes in personality should occur gradually rather than instantaneously. Individuals do not become experienced criminals overnight, nor do lifelong criminals suddenly transform into model citizens without meaningful experiences prompting that change. Character development is encouraged, but it should always be earned through roleplay rather than declared through narration. Administrative staff may request clarification regarding unusual character backgrounds where necessary to preserve realism. This does not prevent creativity; rather, it ensures that exceptional characters remain believable within the broader setting of Aureve World. Chapter 7 — Character Progression, Development & Continuity 7.1 Character Progression Aureve World is founded upon the principle of long-term character development. Every character should feel like a living individual whose personality, ambitions, relationships, and beliefs evolve naturally over time through meaningful roleplay. Characters are not intended to exist solely as a means of acquiring wealth, power, influence, or possessions. Instead, they should experience successes and failures alike, allowing those experiences to shape who they become over weeks, months, or even years of continued roleplay. Progression should never be viewed as a race. Becoming a respected business owner, an accomplished attorney, a senior law enforcement officer, or the leader of a criminal organization should require substantial roleplay, community interaction, and demonstrated character growth. Likewise, major life events such as developing a serious addiction, suffering psychological trauma, entering politics, becoming involved with organized crime, or obtaining significant influence should occur gradually through believable circumstances rather than appearing abruptly because it benefits the player. Characters are expected to develop in response to the events they experience. Individuals who survive traumatic incidents should not continue behaving as though nothing occurred. Financial hardship, imprisonment, violent crime, the loss of family members, professional failures, and personal achievements should all have lasting effects upon a character's outlook and future decisions. Players are encouraged to embrace these changes rather than attempting to preserve a static personality indefinitely. 7.2 Character Continuity Continuity is essential within a persistent roleplay environment. Every decision made by a character contributes to their personal history and influences how they are perceived by others within the community. Actions should have consequences, reputations should develop organically, and previous events should remain relevant unless there is a legitimate in-character reason why they no longer apply. Players should strive to maintain consistency throughout every aspect of their character's life. Occupation, education, criminal history, financial situation, relationships, medical conditions, and personal beliefs should all remain coherent over time. While people naturally change throughout their lives, meaningful changes should occur through continued roleplay rather than sudden narrative shifts designed to avoid consequences or justify new behavior. Administrative staff may intervene where continuity is deliberately ignored or manipulated. Retconning significant portions of a character's history, disregarding established roleplay, or repeatedly reinventing a character's identity to escape previous actions fundamentally undermines the persistent nature of the server. Aureve World values long-term storytelling, and players are expected to respect the continuity of both their own characters and those around them. Players are expected to: Maintain consistency between their character's background and present-day behavior. Allow significant experiences to influence future decision-making. Develop skills, relationships, and reputations gradually. Accept that actions may have lasting consequences. Build long-term stories rather than seeking immediate progression. Players may not : Completely rewrite a character's history without administrative approval. Ignore previously established roleplay because it has become inconvenient. Use unrealistic personality changes to justify otherwise unreasonable actions. Create replacement characters solely to continue the storyline of a previous character. Artificially accelerate their character's progression through unrealistic roleplay. 7.3 Reputation Every character develops a reputation through the choices they make and the manner in which they interact with others. Reputation is not determined by statistics, scripted progression systems, or administrative recognition, but rather through consistent roleplay witnessed by the community. Characters who demonstrate professionalism, integrity, competence, or leadership should naturally earn the trust of others, while those known for criminal activity, dishonesty, recklessness, or violence should likewise expect their reputation to reflect those actions. Players should understand that reputation cannot be demanded or manufactured overnight. Respect, influence, and authority are earned gradually through repeated interactions over an extended period. Attempting to portray a character as highly respected, widely feared, or exceptionally influential without sufficient roleplay supporting those claims diminishes the credibility of the world and may be considered unrealistic. Likewise, players should remember that reputation is rarely universal. A respected attorney may be admired within legal circles while remaining entirely unknown to the broader public. A notorious gang leader may be well known among criminal organizations while remaining anonymous to ordinary civilians. Reputation should always develop realistically according to the communities in which the character actively participates. Administrative Interpretation The objective of character progression is not to restrict creativity, but to preserve realism. Characters should feel as though they are genuinely living within the world rather than existing solely for gameplay purposes. Administrative staff will always encourage players to invest in meaningful long-term development rather than pursuing rapid advancement through unrealistic circumstances. The most memorable characters are rarely those who achieve success the fastest; they are those whose journeys feel authentic, believable, and earned through consistent roleplay. Chapter 8 — Third-Party Software, Modifications & Exploitation 8.1 Fair Play Aureve World is committed to maintaining a fair and competitive environment where every player participates under the same fundamental conditions. While players are free to customize certain visual aspects of their game for personal preference, no modification, external application, hardware feature, or software utility may provide an unfair advantage over another player or otherwise interfere with the integrity of roleplay. The responsibility for maintaining a fair environment extends beyond obvious cheating software. Any tool, modification, script, macro, overlay, hardware function, or external application that automates gameplay, improves awareness beyond intended limitations, or performs actions that would otherwise require manual player input may constitute a violation of this rule. Administrative staff will always evaluate these situations based upon their practical effect rather than solely upon the software being used. Players should understand that ignorance regarding the functionality of a modification does not exempt them from responsibility. Before installing any client modification or external application, players are expected to ensure that it complies with Aureve World's standards. If uncertainty exists regarding whether a modification is permissible, clarification should be sought before it is used. 8.2 Client Modifications Visual modifications intended solely to improve aesthetics are generally acceptable provided they do not alter gameplay, provide additional information, remove intended visual limitations, or otherwise grant an advantage over players using the standard game client. Any modification capable of altering visibility, lighting, environmental effects, textures, models, foliage, weather, or similar visual elements will be evaluated according to whether it meaningfully changes gameplay. A modification that merely improves texture quality differs significantly from one that removes environmental obstacles, increases visibility through darkness or foliage, or otherwise provides information unavailable to ordinary players. Similarly, replacing character clothing or vehicle models is acceptable only where those replacements continue to reasonably represent the original asset. Players may not disguise one object as another in a manner that causes confusion during roleplay or creates an unfair tactical advantage. Players may not : Use software that automates gameplay or roleplay. Utilize macros to perform multiple gameplay actions through a single key press. Modify the game client to improve visibility beyond intended limitations. Remove environmental objects for tactical advantage. Alter vehicle handling, weapon behavior, player movement, or other gameplay mechanics. Use overlays, radar enhancements, ESP software, wallhacks, aim assistance, recoil modification, or similar utilities. Employ hardware or software designed to automate repetitive gameplay functions. 8.3 Macros & Automation Roleplay should always originate from the player rather than automated software. Macros capable of performing gameplay actions automatically, rapidly repeating commands, executing complex sequences through a single input, or otherwise reducing meaningful player interaction are prohibited. Simple quality-of-life functions that do not provide a gameplay advantage may be permitted at administrative discretion. However, players should always exercise caution when using programmable keyboards, gaming mice, stream decks, or similar hardware capable of automating gameplay. The distinction is straightforward: convenience must never become automation. If a macro meaningfully changes how your character interacts with the world compared to another player manually performing the same actions, it is unlikely to be acceptable. 8.4 Exploitation Players are expected to use every server feature, script, mechanic, and system exactly as intended. Discovering an unintended interaction, exploit, scripting error, duplication method, or other technical issue does not grant permission to utilize it for personal benefit. Where a player reasonably believes they have discovered an exploit, they are expected to cease interacting with the affected system immediately and report the issue through the appropriate channels. Continuing to abuse a known issue after recognizing that it is unintended may result in severe administrative action regardless of whether the exploit was originally discovered accidentally. Repeated exploitation of bugs is treated particularly seriously because it undermines both the in-game economy and the trust placed in the community. Honest reporting of technical issues benefits everyone and contributes to the long-term stability of the server. Examples of Exploitation The following examples are provided for guidance and should not be interpreted as a complete list. Duplicating money, weapons, items, or vehicles through unintended mechanics. Accessing restricted interiors through collision issues. Bypassing intended restrictions within scripts. Intentionally reproducing known bugs for financial or gameplay benefit. Repeatedly abusing synchronization issues to escape roleplay. Discovering an unintended property, vehicle, or inventory exploit and continuing to use it rather than reporting it. Using third-party software to interact with server resources in ways not intended by the development team. Administrative Interpretation The purpose of this chapter is to preserve fairness rather than discourage customization. Aureve World encourages players to personalize their experience where appropriate, provided those modifications remain entirely cosmetic and do not influence gameplay. Where uncertainty exists, administrative staff will always consider whether the modification, exploit, or external software provides information, functionality, or advantages beyond those available to an ordinary player. If the answer is yes, the modification will almost certainly be prohibited. Chapter 9 — Bug Abuse & Exploitation 9.1 Purpose Aureve World is developed around a custom framework and a constantly evolving collection of gameplay systems. While every effort is made to ensure these systems function correctly, no software is entirely free from unintended behavior. From time to time, players may encounter scripting errors, synchronization issues, unexpected interactions between systems, or other technical problems that produce results not intended by the Development Team. The existence of a bug does not grant permission to benefit from it. Players are expected to understand the difference between normal gameplay and an unintended mechanic. If it is reasonably apparent that a particular interaction, command, script, or system is behaving in a way that was never designed to occur, the expectation is that the player immediately ceases interacting with it and reports the issue through the appropriate channels. Deliberately exploiting a known issue—regardless of whether it benefits the player financially, mechanically, or strategically—is considered a serious breach of community trust. This rule exists to preserve fairness across the entire server. Every exploit abused by a single player negatively affects the economy, the balance of gameplay, the legitimacy of roleplay, and the experience of every other member of the community. Players who actively assist the Development Team by reporting bugs contribute directly to the long-term health and stability of Aureve World and are strongly encouraged to do so. 9.2 Definition of Bug Abuse Bug abuse refers to any deliberate attempt to exploit an unintended feature, scripting error, synchronization issue, mechanical oversight, or technical malfunction in order to obtain an advantage that would not otherwise exist through legitimate gameplay. The determining factor is not whether the exploit required technical knowledge, but whether a reasonable player would recognize that the result being produced is clearly unintended. Players are expected to exercise common sense. Receiving duplicated money, accessing areas that should be inaccessible, bypassing scripted restrictions, interacting with objects through unintended methods, or repeatedly triggering a broken mechanic should immediately indicate that something is functioning incorrectly. Continuing to utilize such behavior after recognizing it as unintended constitutes exploitation regardless of whether the player originally discovered the issue by accident. Administrative staff will distinguish between accidentally encountering a bug and intentionally abusing one. Accidentally triggering an issue while playing normally is not, in itself, a violation. However, repeating the action after recognizing its effects, sharing the exploit with other players, or using it to influence roleplay, acquire assets, or avoid consequences will be treated as deliberate exploitation. Players may not : Deliberately exploit scripting errors for personal gain. Duplicate money, items, weapons, vehicles, or other assets through unintended mechanics. Circumvent restrictions intentionally placed upon gameplay systems. Repeatedly recreate known bugs after discovering their effects. Share exploits with other players rather than reporting them. Use synchronization issues to avoid roleplay or gain tactical advantages. Intentionally conceal significant exploits from the Development Team. 9.3 Reporting Bugs Players who discover a bug are expected to report it promptly through the official bug reporting process. Reports should contain sufficient information to allow developers to reproduce the issue, including the circumstances leading to the bug, commands used, relevant screenshots or recordings where available, and any additional information that may assist with diagnosing the problem. Attempting to independently test or investigate a suspected exploit should be approached cautiously. Players should not repeatedly reproduce a bug solely to determine how far it can be abused. Once it becomes apparent that unintended behavior exists, testing should cease unless specifically requested by a member of the Development Team or Administration Team. In certain circumstances, developers may request assistance reproducing complex issues. When such authorization has been explicitly provided, players assisting with debugging will not be considered in violation of this rule provided they act strictly within the scope of those instructions. Examples of Bug Abuse The following examples are provided for guidance and are not exhaustive. Discovering a method to duplicate inventory items and repeatedly using it. Receiving unintended payments from a script and intentionally repeating the process. Accessing restricted interiors through collision issues. Exploiting synchronization delays to escape active roleplay. Circumventing intended limitations within housing, business, inventory, or vehicle systems. Discovering a method of storing unlimited items where capacity restrictions exist. Sharing an exploit privately with friends rather than reporting it to staff. Administrative Interpretation Bug abuse is evaluated primarily according to intent and repetition. Players who accidentally encounter an unintended mechanic and immediately report it will not generally face administrative action. Conversely, players who knowingly continue abusing a bug after recognizing that it provides an unintended advantage should expect severe penalties, including the removal of illegitimately obtained assets and, where appropriate, permanent suspension from the community. The integrity of Aureve World's economy and roleplay environment depends heavily upon the honesty of its players. Reporting technical issues demonstrates good faith and contributes directly to improving the experience for the entire community. Chapter 10 — Offensive, Sensitive & Extreme Roleplay 10.1 General Principles Aureve World supports mature storytelling and recognizes that realistic roleplay may occasionally involve difficult, disturbing, or emotionally intense subjects. Criminal organizations, violent crime, corruption, addiction, psychological trauma, domestic disputes, discrimination portrayed for character development, and other sensitive topics may all form part of believable storytelling when handled responsibly. However, the existence of mature themes does not remove the responsibility to respect the comfort, wellbeing, and boundaries of the players participating behind those characters. There is an important distinction between mature roleplay and graphic roleplay. Mature roleplay explores serious subjects through storytelling, dialogue, and character development. Graphic roleplay, by contrast, often focuses unnecessarily on explicit descriptions intended primarily for shock value. Aureve World encourages the former while placing clear limitations upon the latter. The objective should always be to tell compelling stories rather than to create discomfort for other players. Every participant retains the right to establish personal boundaries regarding the type of roleplay they are comfortable participating in. While characters may disagree, threaten one another, or engage in criminal activity, players themselves should always remain respectful of each other's comfort levels. OOC consent is not a formality; it is a fundamental expectation whenever particularly sensitive roleplay is likely to occur. 10.2 Consent Certain forms of roleplay require the informed consent of every player directly involved before they may proceed. Consent ensures that mature scenes remain collaborative rather than coercive and protects both the quality of roleplay and the wellbeing of the community. Consent may be withdrawn at any time, and once withdrawn, the roleplay should immediately cease or transition appropriately. Obtaining consent should always occur respectfully and discreetly through out-of-character communication. Players are encouraged to discuss boundaries before sensitive scenes begin whenever reasonably possible. Consent does not require lengthy discussion, but it should always be explicit enough that every participant clearly understands the nature of the scene and agrees to participate voluntarily. Refusing consent should never be criticized, questioned, or held against another player. Personal comfort differs significantly between individuals, and Aureve World fully supports every player's right to decline participation in any roleplay they find inappropriate or distressing. The following roleplay requires OOC consent from all directly involved participants: Graphic torture. Graphic descriptions of severe injuries. Extended psychological abuse. Graphic dismemberment. Roleplay involving prolonged captivity. Other scenes deemed unusually disturbing by staff. 10.3 Prohibited Roleplay Certain forms of roleplay are fundamentally incompatible with the standards and values of Aureve World regardless of player consent. These subjects provide little meaningful contribution to long-term storytelling while carrying substantial potential to cause distress or discomfort within the community. Consequently, they are prohibited under all circumstances. The following content is strictly forbidden and may result in immediate administrative action without prior warning. The following are prohibited at all times: Sexual assault or attempted sexual assault. Rape or coercive sexual roleplay. Roleplay involving minors in sexual contexts. Pedophilia in any form. Bestiality. Necrophilia. Incest. Graphic sexual violence. Content designed solely to shock or harass another player. 10.4 Graphic Violence Violence naturally forms part of many criminal, medical, and law enforcement storylines. However, players should exercise restraint when describing injuries, deaths, or acts of brutality. The objective is to portray the seriousness of violence without resorting to unnecessarily explicit or excessively graphic descriptions. Detailed depictions of gore, mutilation, or prolonged suffering should generally be avoided unless every directly involved participant has explicitly agreed beforehand. Even where consent exists, players are expected to remember that Aureve World is a shared environment in which uninvolved players may unexpectedly become witnesses. Public spaces should therefore be treated with particular care. Characters may certainly acknowledge severe injuries and portray realistic medical conditions. The restriction applies not to realism itself, but to excessive descriptive detail that serves little narrative purpose beyond creating shock value. Examples of Rule Violations The following examples illustrate conduct that would generally violate this chapter. Forcing another player into sensitive roleplay after consent has been refused. Posting graphic roleplay in public areas where uninvolved players are likely to witness it. Describing excessive gore where it contributes nothing meaningful to the story. Using disturbing subject matter primarily to provoke reactions from other players. Continuing mature roleplay after another participant has withdrawn consent. Introducing prohibited themes into roleplay regardless of participant agreement. Administrative Interpretation The purpose of this chapter is not to prevent mature storytelling but to ensure that such storytelling occurs responsibly and respectfully. Administrative staff will always consider the context, necessity, location, participant consent, and narrative value of sensitive roleplay when assessing potential violations. Aureve World encourages emotionally impactful stories, difficult moral decisions, and realistic portrayals of crime and violence. However, those stories should always prioritize character development, narrative quality, and mutual respect over sensationalism or shock value. Players are expected to remember that while characters may experience extraordinary hardship, the individuals controlling those characters deserve an environment in which they feel comfortable participating. Chapter 11 — Criminal Roleplay 11.1 Philosophy of Criminal Roleplay Criminal roleplay is an integral component of the world of Aureve. Organized crime, street gangs, white-collar crime, fraud, corruption, narcotics trafficking, robberies, burglaries, and countless other criminal enterprises all contribute to creating a dynamic and believable environment. However, the purpose of criminal roleplay is not to generate constant conflict, accumulate wealth as quickly as possible, or seek mechanical victories over other players. Criminal organizations and individual offenders are expected to contribute to the persistent world by creating meaningful stories that affect civilians, businesses, law enforcement, the courts, and other criminal groups alike. Every criminal act should have a believable motivation beyond simple financial gain. Real-world criminals rarely commit offences solely because an opportunity exists; rather, their actions are influenced by desperation, ideology, greed, loyalty, revenge, survival, addiction, organizational pressure, or countless other personal circumstances. Players are expected to portray these motivations through consistent character development rather than reducing crime to a repetitive gameplay loop. A character who spends every day committing armed robberies without consequence, preparation, or personal motivation does not represent believable criminal roleplay and will inevitably diminish the experience of everyone around them. Likewise, players should understand that crime is inherently dangerous. Every offence carries the possibility of failure, arrest, financial loss, injury, imprisonment, or death. Criminal characters are expected to acknowledge these risks and make decisions accordingly. Reckless behavior undertaken solely because "it's a game" or because the player believes there are no meaningful consequences is entirely inconsistent with the standards of Aureve World. Characters should value their freedom, their associates, their businesses, and ultimately their own lives. 11.2 Criminal Intent & Character Motivation Before committing any significant criminal offence, players should be capable of answering a simple question: why is my character doing this? The answer should extend beyond immediate financial reward or the pursuit of excitement. Criminal conduct should emerge naturally from the character's circumstances, relationships, and personal history rather than existing as their sole defining characteristic. This expectation becomes increasingly important as criminal activity escalates in seriousness. Minor offences such as vandalism or petty theft may require relatively little preparation, whereas kidnappings, organized robberies, extortion, large-scale narcotics operations, or violent offences should demonstrate meaningful planning and believable motivation. Characters should possess realistic objectives, contingency plans, and an understanding of the potential consequences should those plans fail. Players should also recognize that criminality exists on a spectrum. Not every offender is a violent individual, and not every criminal organization relies upon intimidation or bloodshed. Financial crime, corruption, fraud, organized theft, smuggling, money laundering, document forgery, and countless other forms of criminal activity provide opportunities for exceptional roleplay without requiring constant violence. Aureve World strongly encourages diversity in criminal storytelling rather than repetitive reliance upon armed confrontation. Players are expected to: Develop believable motivations for criminal behavior. Accept realistic consequences for criminal actions. Prioritize long-term storytelling over immediate financial gain. Exercise restraint when deciding whether violence is necessary. Create opportunities for meaningful interaction with civilians, businesses, law enforcement, and other criminal groups. Players may not : Commit crimes solely to generate action or mechanical rewards. Treat criminal activity as repetitive gameplay without meaningful roleplay. Ignore realistic risks associated with serious offences. Commit crimes in an intentionally unrealistic or immersion-breaking manner. Portray criminal organizations as constant sources of violence without broader purpose or development. 11.3 Planning & Preparation More significant criminal operations should reflect an appropriate level of planning and organization. The complexity of the preparation should generally correspond to the seriousness of the offence being attempted. A spontaneous assault differs considerably from a coordinated kidnapping, while an opportunistic burglary differs greatly from an organized financial fraud affecting multiple victims. Planning should extend beyond merely gathering equipment. Criminal organizations should conduct surveillance, establish communication procedures, identify escape routes, allocate responsibilities, assess potential risks, and account for realistic complications. Preparation itself often creates valuable roleplay and should not be viewed simply as an obstacle before the primary event. Players are encouraged to remember that unsuccessful preparation often produces equally compelling stories. Plans fail, intelligence proves inaccurate, trusted associates become informants, equipment malfunctions, and unforeseen circumstances arise. Criminal roleplay should embrace uncertainty rather than expecting every operation to succeed exactly as intended. 11.4 Consequences Every criminal action has consequences extending well beyond the immediate offence. Arrest, prosecution, imprisonment, financial hardship, civil litigation, damaged reputations, loss of business relationships, retaliation from rival organizations, and increased law enforcement attention all represent realistic outcomes that should be acknowledged throughout roleplay. Characters should never assume that serious criminal behavior can simply be forgotten after the immediate scene concludes. Investigations may continue for weeks or months. Witnesses may later cooperate with authorities. Businesses may terminate relationships. Associates may become unreliable. Criminal organizations themselves may fracture under sustained pressure. These consequences contribute directly to the persistent nature of Aureve World and should be embraced rather than avoided. Likewise, players should avoid portraying criminal characters as fearless individuals unaffected by the realities of their profession. Individuals engaged in organized crime often live under immense psychological pressure. Fear of imprisonment, betrayal, surveillance, financial collapse, or violent retaliation should naturally influence their decision-making over time. Examples of Unrealistic Criminal Roleplay The following examples illustrate conduct that is generally inconsistent with Aureve World's standards. Conducting armed robberies repeatedly throughout a single day without meaningful character motivation. Treating imprisonment as an insignificant inconvenience rather than a major life event. Escalating every criminal encounter into violence regardless of circumstance. Ignoring realistic investigative procedures following serious offences. Portraying an inexperienced character as instantly capable of organizing sophisticated criminal enterprises. Engaging in crime purely because no law enforcement players appear to be nearby. Administrative Interpretation Criminal roleplay should enrich the server rather than dominate it. Administrative staff will evaluate criminal conduct according to its realism, planning, motivation, proportionality, and overall contribution to long-term storytelling. Characters who demonstrate patience, careful planning, believable motivations, and a willingness to accept realistic consequences will consistently create stronger roleplay than those who pursue rapid financial gain or constant confrontation. Aureve World encourages sophisticated criminal storytelling where the narrative itself remains considerably more important than the outcome of any individual crime. Chapter 12 — Property, Businesses & Ownership 12.1 Purpose Property ownership and business operation represent significant milestones in a character's progression and should be treated accordingly. Homes, apartments, commercial properties, offices, warehouses, and businesses are not merely scripted assets or storage locations; they represent physical locations within the persistent world that contribute to countless roleplay opportunities. Whether a character is purchasing their first apartment or operating a successful corporation employing dozens of individuals, these assets should be integrated naturally into their ongoing story rather than functioning solely as mechanical conveniences. Ownership carries responsibility. Characters are expected to manage their properties realistically, maintain believable standards of security, and utilize their businesses in a manner consistent with their stated purpose. Players should avoid viewing businesses exclusively as methods of generating profit or property exclusively as storage containers. Instead, these locations should become centers of interaction where meaningful roleplay regularly occurs. Administrative oversight exists to preserve fairness, maintain realism, and ensure that businesses and properties contribute positively to the wider community. Ownership is a privilege rather than an entitlement, and players should conduct themselves accordingly. 12.2 Realistic Ownership Every property owned by a character should remain consistent with that character's financial circumstances, occupation, and personal history. While ambitious progression is encouraged, significant acquisitions should feel earned through continued roleplay rather than appearing abruptly without believable explanation. Likewise, businesses should be operated in a manner reflecting their intended purpose. A restaurant should function as a restaurant, a law office should provide legal services, and an automotive workshop should actively engage in vehicle-related roleplay. Businesses existing solely to generate passive income or satisfy ownership ambitions without meaningful public interaction undermine the immersive environment Aureve World seeks to maintain. Players should also remember that ownership extends beyond financial responsibility. Businesses develop reputations, cultivate customer relationships, establish commercial partnerships, and become recognized within the community. Owners are encouraged to invest time into building these aspects naturally rather than focusing exclusively upon financial success. Property and business owners are expected to: Operate their property consistently with its intended purpose. Maintain realistic security measures. Utilize businesses to encourage public roleplay. Conduct commercial activity professionally. Accept realistic financial and legal responsibilities associated with ownership. Players may not : Use properties solely for mechanical storage without meaningful roleplay. Operate businesses that exist only to generate scripted income. Create unrealistic hidden structures, inaccessible storage areas, or impossible building layouts. Portray business operations inconsistent with the property's intended purpose. Circumvent property systems through unrealistic roleplay or exploitation. 12.3 Business Standards Businesses form an essential part of Aureve World's economy and social environment. They provide employment opportunities, create meeting places, encourage legal roleplay, and contribute significantly to the persistent nature of the server. Consequently, business owners are expected to maintain professional standards appropriate to their chosen industry. Successful businesses should actively engage with the community through regular opening hours, recruitment, public events, advertising, commercial partnerships, and customer interaction where appropriate. While businesses naturally experience periods of inactivity, prolonged abandonment without reasonable explanation may result in administrative review to ensure valuable community resources remain available for active players. Business owners should likewise remember that commercial disputes, financial difficulties, regulatory investigations, lawsuits, competition, and economic fluctuations all represent valuable storytelling opportunities. Running a business should involve far more than simply earning money; it should create meaningful roleplay affecting employees, customers, competitors, and the broader community. Administrative Interpretation Property and businesses represent long-term investments within Aureve World and should contribute meaningfully to the server's persistent environment. Administrative staff will generally favor owners who actively encourage public interaction, maintain realistic standards, and consistently utilize their assets to generate quality roleplay. Ownership is ultimately measured not by financial success alone, but by the positive impact a property or business has upon the wider community. Chapter 13 — Robbery, Burglary & Theft 13.1 Philosophy Robbery, burglary, theft, fraud, and similar criminal offences are intended to create meaningful and memorable roleplay rather than function as repetitive methods of acquiring money or assets. While these crimes form an important part of the criminal ecosystem within Aureve World, they should always be approached with realism, restraint, and consideration for every player involved. The objective of a robbery is not simply to "win" by obtaining another player's possessions, but to create an immersive scenario that develops naturally and provides opportunities for negotiation, investigation, conflict, and long-term consequences. Every criminal offence committed against another player should be motivated by believable in-character reasoning. Characters should not travel the map searching randomly for victims, repeatedly target individuals solely because they possess valuable assets, or engage in criminal conduct simply because there is an opportunity to do so. Instead, robberies and thefts should emerge naturally from a character's lifestyle, financial circumstances, criminal associations, or ongoing storylines. A carefully planned robbery that develops through hours of preparation will almost always produce stronger roleplay than a spontaneous crime committed solely for financial gain. Players should also remember that victims are equally important participants in every criminal scene. While criminals naturally pursue their own objectives, they are expected to create situations that remain enjoyable, immersive, and believable for everyone involved. Rushing interactions, demanding immediate compliance without meaningful roleplay, or reducing victims to little more than containers of valuable items fundamentally contradicts the standards expected throughout Aureve World. 13.2 Reasonable Criminal Conduct Characters engaged in theft-related offences should behave as reasonable criminals would under similar circumstances. They should remain aware of witnesses, surveillance, emergency services, nearby businesses, environmental conditions, traffic, and the potential consequences of their actions. Public crimes naturally involve substantial risk, and characters should acknowledge that reality rather than behaving as though the world around them ceases to exist simply because player density may be low. Likewise, criminals should carefully consider whether the value of the intended offence justifies the associated risks. It is rarely believable for experienced criminals to expose themselves to lengthy imprisonment, substantial police investigations, or violent confrontations merely to obtain insignificant property or small amounts of money. Criminal decision-making should remain proportionate to both the potential reward and the realistic danger involved. The objective is not to discourage criminal roleplay, but rather to ensure that it develops logically within the world. Intelligent criminals survive because they exercise patience, conduct preparation, and understand when an opportunity is worth pursuing. Characters who commit offences impulsively at every available opportunity will inevitably appear unrealistic and may attract administrative scrutiny. Players are expected to: Develop believable motivations before committing offences against another player. Conduct robberies and thefts in a realistic manner. Allow victims sufficient opportunity to roleplay throughout the interaction. Consider environmental factors, witnesses, surveillance, and law enforcement. Accept the realistic consequences associated with criminal conduct. Players may not : Target players purely because they possess valuable assets. Rush robberies for the purpose of minimizing roleplay. Treat criminal activity as repetitive money-making gameplay. Ignore obvious risks that would realistically deter a reasonable criminal. Commit crimes in unrealistic locations without believable justification. 13.3 Searches & Personal Property Searching another character should always be treated as a deliberate and methodical process rather than an instantaneous scripted interaction. Before any inventory-related mechanic is utilized, the searching player should clearly establish through roleplay where their character is searching, how thorough the search is intended to be, and what they are attempting to locate. Likewise, the individual being searched is expected to respond honestly and realistically according to both the roleplay presented and the items legitimately carried by their character. Characters may attempt to conceal personal belongings in realistic locations; however, these locations should be established through previous roleplay where appropriate and must remain physically believable. Items should not suddenly appear hidden in improbable locations merely because another player has initiated a search. Administrative staff may request evidence that unusual methods of concealment were properly established prior to the interaction if a dispute arises. Players should remember that realistic searches consume time. Thoroughly examining another individual, searching multiple layers of clothing, locating concealed items, or inspecting bags and containers should never be treated as instantaneous actions. The level of detail involved should remain proportionate to the circumstances surrounding the interaction. 13.4 Residential & Commercial Burglary Breaking into private residences, commercial buildings, warehouses, offices, or similar properties represents a significant escalation in criminal activity and should therefore involve appropriate preparation, planning, and believable reasoning. Characters should not target properties randomly or simply because they appear unoccupied. Instead, burglaries should arise naturally through ongoing investigations, criminal intelligence, previous surveillance, or established motivations. Players should also acknowledge that occupied buildings present substantially greater risks than vacant properties. Criminals entering an occupied residence should realistically expect resistance, witnesses, police response, security systems, or other complications. Likewise, property owners are expected to portray realistic reactions when discovering evidence of forced entry, theft, or vandalism rather than treating such incidents as routine inconveniences. Burglary should create lasting consequences beyond the immediate theft itself. Victims may strengthen security, relocate property, cooperate with investigators, pursue insurance claims, or otherwise respond in ways that contribute to future roleplay. Criminals should likewise understand that successful burglaries often generate prolonged investigations rather than ending once property has been stolen. Examples of Unrealistic Theft Roleplay The following examples illustrate conduct generally considered inconsistent with Aureve World's standards. Robbing numerous unrelated victims consecutively without believable motivation. Conducting armed robberies solely because another player appears wealthy. Instantly searching another character without descriptive roleplay. Breaking into random properties without preparation or reasoning. Ignoring surveillance systems or witnesses during obvious public crimes. Treating stolen property as though it carries no investigative risk. Rushing victims through scenes purely to obtain assets more quickly. Administrative Interpretation Robbery and theft are intended to generate compelling stories rather than function as isolated mechanical interactions. Administrative staff will evaluate these situations according to the quality of the roleplay, the realism of the planning, the proportionality of the offence, and the consideration shown toward every participant. Players who consistently prioritize immersive storytelling over financial reward will contribute far more positively to Aureve World's criminal environment than those who pursue criminal activity solely for material gain. Chapter 14 — Character Injuries, Medical Roleplay & Recovery 14.1 Purpose Physical injury is one of the most significant consequences a character may experience within Aureve World. Gunshot wounds, stab wounds, motor vehicle collisions, industrial accidents, assaults, falls, burns, and countless other traumatic events all have the potential to influence a character's physical abilities, emotional wellbeing, professional responsibilities, and future decision-making. Consequently, injuries should never be viewed merely as temporary inconveniences that disappear once a scripted mechanic concludes. They should instead become meaningful parts of a character's ongoing narrative. Realistic injury roleplay contributes significantly to immersion. Medical personnel become more valuable, investigations become more meaningful, criminal consequences feel more substantial, and violent encounters naturally carry greater weight when injuries are portrayed convincingly. Players are therefore expected to consider not only the immediate effects of an injury but also the realistic recovery process that follows. A character who has suffered multiple gunshot wounds should not be portrayed identically to how they behaved prior to the incident simply because the game's mechanics allow them to continue moving. It is equally important to recognize that injury severity exists on a spectrum. Not every physical altercation results in permanent disability, and not every gunshot wound is necessarily fatal. Players should exercise reasonable judgment when portraying injuries, ensuring that their responses remain proportionate to the circumstances while avoiding both unrealistic invulnerability and excessive dramatization. 14.2 Roleplaying Injuries Whenever a character suffers meaningful physical trauma, they are expected to acknowledge the injury through continued roleplay. This expectation applies regardless of whether the server's mechanics force an injury state. Players should consider how the injury affects movement, speech, physical capability, emotional state, and overall decision-making throughout the remainder of the scene and, where appropriate, during the recovery period that follows. Medical treatment should likewise be portrayed realistically. Characters receiving emergency medical care should cooperate appropriately with emergency personnel, physicians, nurses, or other healthcare providers involved in the scene. Recovery does not conclude the moment treatment is completed; many injuries require ongoing rehabilitation, follow-up care, restricted physical activity, or temporary absence from employment. Players are encouraged to incorporate these elements into their long-term roleplay wherever practical. Characters who repeatedly ignore injuries, return immediately to physically demanding activities, or otherwise portray unrealistic recoveries diminish both medical roleplay and the seriousness of violent encounters throughout the server. Aureve World encourages players to embrace recovery as an opportunity for further character development rather than viewing it as an obstacle preventing gameplay. Players are expected to: Portray injuries realistically according to their severity. Seek appropriate medical treatment where necessary. Allow injuries to influence future behavior during recovery. Cooperate with emergency medical personnel during treatment. Consider long-term physical and emotional consequences following serious trauma. Players may not : Ignore significant injuries because mechanics allow continued movement. Instantly recover from severe trauma without believable treatment. Resume strenuous activity immediately following life-threatening injuries. Treat repeated violent injuries as though they carry no lasting consequences. Use unrealistic medical roleplay to eliminate otherwise significant injuries. 14.3 Recovery & Long-Term Consequences Recovery represents an important stage of character development rather than merely the conclusion of an injury scene. Individuals recovering from serious trauma frequently experience ongoing pain, reduced mobility, psychological distress, temporary inability to work, financial hardship, and strained personal relationships. While players are not expected to portray every possible medical complication in exhaustive detail, they should acknowledge that meaningful injuries rarely disappear overnight. Law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics, security personnel, construction workers, athletes, and other physically demanding professions deserve particular consideration. Characters employed in these occupations should realistically evaluate whether they are medically capable of returning to full operational duties following serious injury. Likewise, criminal characters may find that previous injuries influence future confrontations, reducing confidence or altering their willingness to engage in violence. Recovery periods ultimately provide opportunities for richer storytelling. Rehabilitation, counseling, career changes, family support, financial pressure, and personal reflection all represent compelling roleplay that naturally follows traumatic events. Players are encouraged to embrace these opportunities rather than rushing immediately back to normal activity. Administrative Interpretation Administrative staff recognize that medical realism must remain balanced with practical gameplay. Players are not expected to spend weeks unable to participate following every injury. However, meaningful trauma should always carry believable consequences appropriate to its severity. The objective is not to punish injured characters but to preserve the realism and significance of violence throughout Aureve World by ensuring that recovery remains an integral part of the story rather than an inconvenience to be ignored. Chapter 15 — Character Death, Permanent Character Death & Story Continuity 15.1 Philosophy Death is one of the most significant events a character may experience within Aureve World. Unlike many traditional multiplayer environments where death functions merely as a temporary inconvenience, the loss of life in a serious roleplay community carries substantial narrative weight. Every shooting, serious vehicle collision, industrial accident, medical emergency, or other life-threatening event has the potential to permanently alter not only the life of the injured character, but also the stories of their family, colleagues, friends, rivals, criminal associates, and every other individual connected to them. Because Aureve World is built around persistent storytelling, death should never be viewed as a simple method of resetting consequences or escaping an unfavorable situation. Likewise, players should not seek permanent character death simply because they have grown bored of a character or wish to immediately begin a new storyline. Every character represents an investment of time, development, relationships, reputation, and history. Bringing that story to an end should always feel meaningful, whether the conclusion arrives naturally after years of roleplay or unexpectedly through the consequences of the character's own decisions. Administrative staff understand that every fatal incident is unique. Some situations involve unavoidable accidents, while others arise from prolonged criminal investigations, gang conflicts, acts of self-sacrifice, or extreme recklessness. Consequently, decisions regarding permanent character death will always consider the complete context surrounding the event rather than focusing solely upon the final moments that resulted in the character's injuries. 15.2 Character Death Characters are expected to value their own lives above almost every other consideration. Rational individuals naturally avoid situations that place them at unnecessary risk of death or serious injury, and players are expected to portray this instinct realistically. While courage, desperation, loyalty, or panic may occasionally influence a character to take extraordinary risks, such decisions should always remain exceptional rather than becoming routine behavior. When a character suffers injuries that are realistically life-threatening, players should cooperate fully with the roleplay surrounding emergency medical treatment, investigations, and any subsequent administrative decisions where required. Attempting to dictate the outcome of your own injuries, refusing appropriate medical roleplay, or otherwise undermining the seriousness of potentially fatal situations is inconsistent with the standards expected throughout Aureve World. Players should also recognize that death affects considerably more than the deceased individual. Families lose loved ones, businesses lose employees, criminal organizations lose trusted associates, law enforcement agencies lose officers, and communities lose familiar faces. These broader consequences should be embraced as opportunities for meaningful storytelling rather than viewed simply as unfortunate interruptions. Players are expected to: Portray realistic concern for their character's own safety. Accept the consequences of dangerous decisions. Cooperate with medical roleplay following life-threatening injuries. Treat death as a significant narrative event. Respect administrative decisions regarding fatal incidents. Players may not : Deliberately seek death to escape ongoing roleplay or consequences. Ignore realistic risks simply because the character can be recreated. Return to roleplay as though serious or fatal injuries never occurred. Attempt to influence medical outcomes through unrealistic roleplay. Treat repeated life-threatening situations as ordinary occurrences. 15.3 Permanent Character Death Permanent Character Death (PK) represents the conclusion of a character's story. Once a character has permanently died, they cease to exist within the persistent world of Aureve World. Their relationships, responsibilities, reputation, criminal history, financial obligations, and personal story all conclude unless specifically referenced through the continuing roleplay of surviving characters. Players should understand that permanent character death exists to preserve realism rather than punish participation. Characters who repeatedly place themselves in extraordinary danger, ignore realistic self-preservation, or willingly engage in situations where death becomes an obvious possibility naturally increase the likelihood that their story may ultimately conclude. This is an inherent aspect of serious roleplay and contributes significantly to ensuring that dangerous situations maintain genuine narrative weight. Likewise, players creating new characters following the permanent death of a previous character are expected to begin an entirely new story. New characters should not exist merely to continue unfinished business, seek revenge, reclaim former assets, or maintain the same criminal organization through different identities. Every new character should represent a fresh individual with their own ambitions, background, and future. 15.4 Returning After Serious Injury Characters recovering from serious injury should not immediately resume normal activities simply because medical treatment has concluded. Recovery should be treated as a gradual process influenced by the severity of the injuries sustained, the effectiveness of medical treatment received, and the realistic physical limitations expected during rehabilitation. Likewise, players should avoid returning immediately to the location of an incident solely because their injuries have been treated mechanically. Violent scenes frequently continue developing long after emergency medical personnel have departed. Investigations remain active, suspects remain at large, witnesses continue providing statements, and evidence continues being collected. Returning prematurely often disrupts these ongoing stories and diminishes the significance of the original event. Players are encouraged to use recovery periods as opportunities for additional character development. Medical leave, counseling, physical therapy, career uncertainty, family support, financial hardship, and emotional trauma all represent realistic consequences that naturally extend beyond the immediate injury itself. Administrative Interpretation Administrative staff will always consider the broader narrative surrounding a character's injuries rather than relying exclusively upon mechanical outcomes. Characters who consistently demonstrate realistic judgment, value their own safety, and embrace the long-term consequences of dangerous situations contribute significantly to the immersive environment Aureve World seeks to maintain. Death should never feel routine, nor should survival feel guaranteed. The uncertainty surrounding life-threatening situations is precisely what gives them meaning. Chapter 16 — Safe Zones, High Security Areas & Public Spaces 16.1 Purpose Aureve World strives to portray a believable modern society in which law enforcement, private security, surveillance systems, emergency services, and ordinary civilians all contribute to public safety. Although Grand Theft Auto V cannot physically represent every member of the population, players are expected to acknowledge that the world remains populated regardless of the number of connected players. Busy commercial districts, government facilities, transportation hubs, hospitals, police stations, airports, financial institutions, and other public locations should never be treated as isolated environments simply because relatively few players happen to be present. For this reason, certain areas throughout the server require a substantially higher standard of realism when criminal activity is being considered. Characters should realistically evaluate whether a particular offence could reasonably occur without immediate public attention, surveillance footage, witnesses, security intervention, or rapid law enforcement response. The absence of nearby player characters does not imply the absence of the broader population existing within the world. These restrictions are not intended to eliminate criminal roleplay from populated areas entirely. Instead, they encourage players to think carefully about timing, preparation, concealment, and realistic consequences before committing offences that would naturally attract significant attention. Sophisticated criminal organizations generally avoid unnecessary exposure, and players are expected to portray similar decision-making. 16.2 Public Areas Public spaces should always be treated as active environments populated by civilians, employees, customers, security personnel, and other individuals regardless of player presence. Characters committing offences within these areas should expect witnesses, surveillance systems, emergency calls, and investigative follow-up to occur naturally. Players should avoid approaching public environments with the assumption that criminal activity can occur unnoticed simply because few players are physically present. Commercial districts, shopping areas, entertainment venues, transportation centers, educational institutions, medical facilities, government offices, and similar locations all represent places where ordinary members of society would realistically be present throughout the day. Likewise, businesses operating openly should be respected as legitimate public establishments. Criminal activity affecting these businesses should always acknowledge the realistic presence of employees, customers, delivery personnel, neighboring businesses, and surrounding traffic. Players are expected to: Consider the realistic population of public environments. Acknowledge surveillance systems where appropriate. Recognize the increased risks associated with highly populated locations. Exercise greater planning before committing offences in public. Accept that crimes committed publicly will generally attract significant investigative attention. Players may not : Treat heavily populated areas as abandoned because few players are nearby. Ignore realistic witness presence during obvious criminal acts. Commit serious offences in sensitive locations without believable justification. Assume surveillance systems cease to exist unless physically mapped. Use player population as justification for unrealistic criminal behavior. 16.3 Government & Critical Infrastructure Government buildings, courthouses, correctional facilities, law enforcement headquarters, emergency service facilities, airports, military installations, major transportation infrastructure, financial institutions, and similar critical locations operate under significantly enhanced security compared to ordinary public property. Characters should realistically expect controlled access, extensive surveillance, professional security measures, and immediate emergency response within these environments. Consequently, criminal activity occurring in or around these facilities should reflect the extraordinary risks involved. Characters contemplating offences in such locations should possess compelling motivation, substantial preparation, and a realistic understanding of the consequences should the operation fail. Opportunistic criminal behavior within high-security environments is generally inconsistent with believable decision-making. The purpose of this standard is not to prohibit ambitious roleplay, but rather to ensure that significant operations occurring within sensitive locations receive the level of planning, realism, and administrative oversight appropriate to their scale. Administrative Interpretation Administrative staff will evaluate criminal conduct occurring within public or high-security environments by considering the realism of the planning, the location selected, the anticipated consequences, and the overall quality of the roleplay. Characters are expected to understand that public visibility fundamentally alters both the risks and the investigative response associated with criminal activity. Aureve World's persistent world should always feel inhabited, responsive, and capable of reacting realistically to extraordinary events regardless of the number of connected players at any given moment. Chapter 17 — Law Enforcement Interaction 17.1 Purpose Law enforcement agencies exist to uphold the laws of San Andreas, protect public safety, investigate criminal activity, and maintain order throughout the state. Their purpose is not to "win" against criminals, just as criminals are not expected to "beat" law enforcement. Both sides exist to create compelling, realistic, and long-term roleplay that benefits the wider community. Every traffic stop, investigation, warrant, arrest, foot pursuit, vehicle pursuit, court case, and correctional sentence should be viewed as another chapter in a character's story rather than a competition between opposing players. Players interacting with law enforcement are expected to remember that police officers are ordinary people performing an exceptionally demanding profession. Officers are trained professionals operating within legal procedures, departmental policies, and significant public scrutiny. Likewise, civilians and criminal characters are ordinary individuals responding to stressful situations according to their own personalities, experiences, and motivations. The interaction between these groups should therefore develop naturally through communication, investigation, negotiation, and evidence rather than immediately escalating into violence or mechanical confrontation. Aureve World places significant emphasis on investigative roleplay. Criminal investigations should require patience, evidence, witness testimony, surveillance, forensic work, interviews, and proper legal procedure. Likewise, criminals should recognize that avoiding immediate arrest does not necessarily mean avoiding justice. Every action leaves traces, every witness remembers details, and every crime has the potential to generate a lengthy investigation extending well beyond the original incident. 17.2 Cooperation During Police Interaction Being stopped, questioned, detained, or arrested by law enforcement should never be viewed as the conclusion of a character's story. On the contrary, these interactions often create some of the most engaging roleplay opportunities available within Aureve World. Interviews, legal representation, interrogations, plea negotiations, courtroom proceedings, internal investigations, media coverage, and correctional roleplay all stem naturally from police interaction and contribute to the persistent world. Players are expected to cooperate with roleplay even when their character chooses not to cooperate with police officers. There is an important distinction between refusing to answer questions in-character and refusing to participate in the roleplay itself. Characters have every right to remain silent, request legal representation, deny allegations, or otherwise defend themselves within the legal system. However, players may never intentionally disrupt scenes, avoid roleplay, or create unnecessary administrative issues simply because they dislike the situation their character currently faces. Likewise, law enforcement officers are expected to exercise professionalism throughout every interaction. Abuse of authority, unrealistic investigative shortcuts, unnecessary escalation, or disregard for legal procedure ultimately damages the quality of roleplay just as much as unrealistic criminal behavior. Every participant shares equal responsibility for creating believable scenes regardless of which side of the law their character occupies. Players are expected to: Cooperate with legitimate law enforcement roleplay. Portray realistic reactions during investigations and arrests. Respect the legal process regardless of the eventual outcome. Allow investigations to develop naturally through evidence and roleplay. Treat police interaction as an opportunity for continued storytelling. Players may not : Refuse roleplay simply because they are being investigated or arrested. Use unrealistic methods to avoid lawful detention. Intentionally obstruct scenes through out-of-character behavior. Assume investigations conclude immediately after an incident. Treat every police interaction as though violence is inevitable. 17.3 Arrests & Criminal Investigations Investigations represent one of the most detailed forms of roleplay within Aureve World and should be respected accordingly. Law enforcement agencies are expected to build cases through interviews, surveillance, forensic evidence, search warrants, financial records, witness testimony, digital evidence, and numerous other investigative techniques. Likewise, criminal characters should recognize that avoiding capture during the commission of an offence rarely concludes the matter permanently. Players should avoid expecting immediate outcomes from major investigations. Complex criminal cases may reasonably develop over weeks or months of continued roleplay. This gradual progression creates opportunities for journalists, attorneys, businesses, government agencies, forensic specialists, confidential informants, and countless other characters to become involved. Players are encouraged to embrace these prolonged investigations rather than expecting immediate resolution following every significant crime. Similarly, arrests should be treated realistically by all participants. Characters facing criminal charges should acknowledge the seriousness of the allegations, the possibility of incarceration, financial penalties, asset seizure, or reputational damage. Law enforcement officers should likewise recognize that every arrest must be supported by appropriate evidence and lawful procedure rather than assumptions or mechanical certainty. 17.4 Use of Force Against Law Enforcement Violence directed toward law enforcement officers represents one of the most serious decisions a criminal character can make. Such actions should never occur impulsively or simply because an arrest appears inconvenient. Officers are representatives of the state, and attacks against them naturally generate extensive investigations, significant resource deployment, severe criminal penalties, and long-term consequences extending far beyond the immediate encounter. Characters choosing to use force against law enforcement should possess exceptionally strong in-character justification supported by believable circumstances. Even where such justification exists, players should understand that these actions fundamentally alter the direction of their character's story. Individuals willing to attack police officers should realistically expect intense investigative attention, widespread publicity, substantial legal consequences, and considerable danger moving forward. Administrative staff will evaluate these incidents according to the totality of the circumstances rather than the isolated moment in which force was used. Players are encouraged to remember that surrender, negotiation, legal defense, or strategic withdrawal frequently produce stronger and more realistic stories than immediate violence. Examples of Unrealistic Police Interaction The following examples illustrate conduct generally inconsistent with Aureve World's standards. Opening fire on officers during a routine traffic stop without believable justification. Treating every investigation as though it must immediately end in an arrest or shootout. Ignoring realistic legal consequences following serious offences. Refusing to participate in arrest or booking roleplay. Expecting police investigations to conclude solely because immediate suspects escaped. Assuming law enforcement officers possess knowledge they have not legitimately obtained through investigation. Administrative Interpretation The relationship between criminals and law enforcement forms one of the central pillars of Aureve World's persistent world. Administrative staff will therefore place significant emphasis upon realism, investigative quality, proportionality, and long-term storytelling when reviewing situations involving police interaction. Characters on both sides of the law are expected to contribute equally to creating immersive investigations, believable arrests, and meaningful legal proceedings rather than pursuing immediate victories. Chapter 18 — Corruption, Government Officials & Public Office 18.1 Purpose Government officials, members of the judiciary, law enforcement officers, prosecutors, elected representatives, emergency service personnel, and other public servants occupy positions of considerable authority within Aureve World. Their decisions influence the lives of countless characters and significantly shape the direction of the persistent world. Consequently, characters serving within these professions are expected to maintain exceptionally high standards of professionalism, integrity, and realism throughout their roleplay. While corruption undoubtedly exists within real-world institutions, it represents the exception rather than the norm. Aureve World encourages thoughtful, well-developed corruption storylines where appropriate; however, such narratives should develop gradually, possess meaningful motivation, and receive any approvals required by server policy. Public office should never be viewed merely as an opportunity to bypass rules, protect criminal associates, or obtain unfair advantages through administrative authority. Players portraying government officials should remember that public trust forms the foundation of their profession. Abuse of authority, misuse of confidential information, favoritism, or disregard for legal responsibilities inevitably damages not only their own character's credibility but also the realism of the institutions they represent. 18.2 Abuse of Authority Characters occupying positions of authority are expected to exercise their powers responsibly and exclusively for legitimate in-character purposes. Authority should never be used arbitrarily, vindictively, or for personal gain. Whether issuing citations, authorizing warrants, prosecuting criminal offences, adjudicating legal disputes, or managing public resources, every official decision should remain consistent with both the character's responsibilities and the standards of their profession. Players should likewise recognize that positions of authority involve accountability. Decisions may be reviewed internally, challenged through legal proceedings, scrutinized by journalists, criticized by members of the public, or investigated by oversight bodies. These mechanisms exist not to punish officials but to create realistic institutional roleplay reflecting the complexity of modern government. Characters abusing public office should reasonably expect administrative review where such conduct undermines server realism or violates departmental policies. The objective is to encourage sophisticated institutional storytelling rather than unrestricted authority. Public officials are expected to: Exercise authority professionally and impartially. Respect legal procedures and departmental policy. Separate personal interests from official responsibilities. Conduct themselves in a manner consistent with public service. Accept oversight and accountability where appropriate. Public officials may not : Abuse authority for personal benefit. Use confidential information for unrelated roleplay. Grant unlawful advantages to friends or associates. Ignore legal procedure without believable justification. Treat public office as immunity from consequences. Administrative Interpretation Government institutions represent the backbone of Aureve World's legal and political environment. Players entrusted with positions of authority are expected to uphold the credibility of those institutions through consistent professionalism, realistic decision-making, and responsible use of their authority. Exceptional storylines involving corruption, political scandal, or institutional failure should always remain the product of thoughtful character development rather than casual misuse of power. Chapter 19 — Administrative Authority & Player Responsibilities 19.1 Purpose The Administration Team exists to preserve the quality, fairness, and long-term integrity of Aureve World. Administrators are not present to influence storylines, determine winners and losers, or participate in roleplay for personal benefit. Their primary responsibility is to ensure that the server operates consistently with its rules, philosophy, and standards while providing a fair environment in which every player has an equal opportunity to enjoy serious roleplay. It is important to recognize that no rulebook, regardless of its size or level of detail, can anticipate every possible situation that may occur within a persistent roleplay environment. Every day, players create unique interactions involving dozens of variables that cannot reasonably be documented in advance. For this reason, Aureve World places significant trust in its Administration Team to evaluate situations according to both the written rules and the underlying philosophy upon which those rules are based. Administrative discretion is therefore an essential component of maintaining consistency throughout the server. Players should understand that administrative intervention is intended to resolve issues as fairly and efficiently as possible while minimizing disruption to ongoing roleplay. Staff members are expected to remain impartial regardless of personal relationships, faction affiliation, or previous interactions. Likewise, players are expected to cooperate respectfully throughout any administrative investigation, regardless of whether they agree with the eventual outcome. 19.2 Administrative Discretion Administrative discretion allows staff members to evaluate situations that may not be explicitly described within this handbook but nevertheless conflict with the standards expected throughout Aureve World. The absence of a rule addressing a highly specific circumstance should never be interpreted as permission to engage in conduct that clearly undermines realism, fairness, or the quality of roleplay. Similarly, players should avoid searching for technical loopholes within the wording of individual rules. This handbook is intended to establish principles rather than encourage literal interpretation detached from common sense. Attempting to circumvent the spirit of a rule while technically complying with isolated wording may still result in administrative action where the broader intent of the handbook has clearly been violated. Administrative decisions are made after considering the complete context surrounding a situation. Staff will examine the actions of all involved participants, previous roleplay leading to the incident, server logs, available recordings, witness accounts, and any other relevant evidence before determining an appropriate outcome. Players should therefore avoid judging administrative decisions solely according to isolated screenshots or short video clips lacking broader context. Players are expected to: Cooperate respectfully during administrative interactions. Provide truthful and complete information when requested. Follow staff instructions while investigations are ongoing. Remain patient while reports are being reviewed. Respect administrative decisions until appropriate appeal procedures have been completed. Players may not : Intentionally provide false or misleading information during investigations. Interfere with active administrative situations. Harass, threaten, or insult members of the Administration Team. Encourage other players to disregard staff instructions. Attempt to exploit technical wording to avoid the intended purpose of a rule. 19.3 Reporting Rule Violations Players who believe a rule violation has occurred are encouraged to utilize the official reporting systems rather than attempting to resolve the matter through out-of-character confrontation. Reports should be submitted objectively and should contain sufficient evidence to allow staff to understand the circumstances surrounding the incident. Personal opinions, assumptions regarding another player's intentions, or exaggerated descriptions rarely assist investigations and should be avoided. Equally important, players should distinguish between poor roleplay and conduct that genuinely violates server rules. Not every disagreement, misunderstanding, or disappointing roleplay experience necessarily warrants administrative intervention. Aureve World encourages players to resolve minor disputes through mature communication whenever reasonably possible. Staff intervention should generally be reserved for situations where meaningful breaches of server policy have occurred. Players should never intentionally weaponize the reporting system against others. Frivolous reports, knowingly false accusations, or repeated attempts to misuse administrative resources for personal disputes may themselves constitute rule violations. 19.4 Appeals Administrative decisions are not beyond review. Aureve World recognizes that staff members are human and that mistakes, misunderstandings, or incomplete information may occasionally influence the outcome of an investigation. Players who genuinely believe an administrative decision was incorrect are encouraged to utilize the official appeal procedures rather than arguing during active roleplay or publicly criticizing staff members. Appeals should remain respectful, factual, and supported by relevant evidence where available. The objective of an appeal is not to challenge administrative authority but to ensure that every decision accurately reflects the available information and the standards established throughout this handbook. Players should understand that disagreement alone does not necessarily indicate that an administrative error has occurred. Likewise, repeated appeals concerning identical matters after a final decision has been issued may be declined unless substantial new evidence becomes available. The appeals process exists to correct genuine mistakes rather than indefinitely revisit previously resolved situations. Administrative Interpretation The Administration Team serves the community rather than individual players or factions. Every administrative decision should ultimately support Aureve World's long-term vision of creating a professional, immersive, and fair heavy roleplay environment. Players who approach staff interactions with honesty, patience, and mutual respect will invariably contribute to a healthier community than those who view administration as an adversarial process. Closing Statement Aureve World was founded with a single objective: to provide a roleplay environment where quality consistently takes precedence over quantity. Every system, department, faction, business, mechanic, and rule exists to support that objective. While this handbook establishes the standards expected throughout the server, no collection of written rules can ever replace maturity, professionalism, and common sense. Every player contributes to the atmosphere experienced by everyone else. A single well-written conversation can become more memorable than an entire evening of action, and a carefully developed rivalry may create months of meaningful roleplay where impulsive decisions would have ended the story in minutes. The most successful players are not those who accumulate the greatest wealth or avoid every setback, but those who create characters that feel genuine, whose stories evolve naturally, and whose interactions consistently improve the experience of those around them. You should approach every scene with one simple question: "What would my character realistically do, and what choice creates the best story for everyone involved?" If every player consistently acts with that philosophy in mind, Aureve World will continue to grow into the immersive, realistic, and professional roleplay community it strives to become. General Rule The rules contained within this handbook are intended to establish the minimum standards expected of every member of the Aureve World community. They are not exhaustive, nor can they reasonably account for every unique situation that may arise within a persistent roleplay environment. Players are therefore expected to follow not only the written wording of each rule but also the spirit and philosophy behind it. Conduct that clearly undermines realism, fairness, or the quality of roleplay may still result in administrative action even where no specific rule explicitly describes the situation. Likewise, conduct technically complying with isolated wording may still be considered a violation where it deliberately attempts to circumvent the obvious intent of the handbook. Ultimately, Aureve World relies upon maturity, professionalism, and good judgment from every member of its community. Rules exist to establish standards—not to replace common sense.
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