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Important Notice
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By joining CrankySMP, you agree to follow all rules listed below. Ignorance of the rules is not an excuse for breaking them. These rules are subject to change - stay updated through our Discord announcements!
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Rule Overview
What you need to know
🎯 Core Principles
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Respect Everyone
Treat all players fairly
Treat all players fairly
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Use Common Sense
Think before you act
Think before you act
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Play Fair
No cheating or exploits
No cheating or exploits
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Build Responsibly
Respect others' creations
Respect others' creations
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Rule Severity System
🔵 Low: Warning or temporary mute
🟡 Medium: Temporary ban (1-7 days)
🔴 High: Permanent ban or blacklist
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General Conduct
Basic behavior expectations
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Zero Tolerance Policy
Absolutely no harassment, discrimination, hate speech, doxxing, or threats of any kind. This includes racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, or any form of bigotry.
Consequences: Immediate permanent ban
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Keep It Clean
No NSFW content, excessive profanity, or inappropriate discussions. CrankySMP welcomes players of various ages.
Consequences: Warning → Mute → Temporary ban
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No Spam or Advertising
Don't spam messages, mass mention players, or advertise other servers/products without permission.
Consequences: Mute → Temporary ban for repeat offenses
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Follow Discord Terms of Service
You must be 13+ years old and follow Discord's ToS. This includes account regulations and behavior guidelines.
Consequences: Immediate ban for ToS violations
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Gameplay Rules
Fair play and survival mechanics
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No Hacking or Cheating
Prohibited: X-ray mods/texture packs, speed hacks, fly hacks, auto-clickers, kill aura, ESP, or any unfair advantage mods. Only approved client-side mods are allowed (Optifine, JEI, minimap without cave/player detection).
Consequences: Immediate permanent ban
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No Duplication Exploits
Any form of item duplication, whether through glitches, exploits, or third-party tools is strictly forbidden. This includes TNT duping, rail duping, or any other duplication methods.
Consequences: 1 day ban + inventory wipe
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Alt Account Policy
Alternative accounts are only permitted for videography purposes and must be approved by staff. Alt accounts will be granted spectator mode only and cannot participate in gameplay, trading, or resource gathering.
Consequences: Both accounts banned if unapproved or misused
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Custom Items & Equipment
Rules for enhanced gear and weapons
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Custom Item Exploitation
Don't exploit bugs or unintended mechanics with custom weapons, armor, or tools. Report any issues to staff immediately instead of abusing them.
Consequences: Item removal + temporary ban
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Custom Item Trading
Custom items can be traded freely between players. However, scamming or misrepresenting item properties is prohibited. All trades are final.
Consequences: Warning → temporary trade ban
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Custom Recipe Sharing
Sharing custom recipes is encouraged! However, don't spread false recipe information or claim exclusive knowledge. Check the official recipe book first.
Consequences: Warning for misinformation
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Overpowered Item Balance
If you discover a custom item that seems unbalanced or overpowered, report it immediately. Continuing to use clearly overpowered items after discovery is considered exploitation.
Consequences: Item adjustment + potential temporary ban
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PvP & Combat
Player vs Player interactions
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Consensual PvP Only
PvP is allowed only when both parties agree. Random killing or spawn camping is prohibited. Establish clear PvP agreements before engaging in combat.
Consequences: Item return + warning → temporary ban
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Death Loot Rules
In agreed PvP, winners may keep loot. In accidental deaths or rule violations, items must be returned. Custom items should generally be returned unless in official PvP events.
Consequences: Forced item return + temporary ban
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Safe Zones
Spawn area and designated community builds are PvP-free zones. Don't engage in combat within 100 blocks of spawn or in marked safe areas.
Consequences: Temporary ban + item return
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Combat Logging
Don't disconnect during combat to avoid death. If you must leave during PvP, accept the consequences. Combat logging in consensual PvP results in automatic loss.
Consequences: Item forfeit + temporary ban
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Building & Griefing
Construction and property respect
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No Griefing
Don't destroy, modify, or steal from other players' builds without permission. This includes breaking blocks, placing unwanted blocks, or taking items from chests.
Consequences: Build restoration + temporary to permanent ban
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Building Guidelines
Don't build too close to other players without permission (suggest 100+ blocks). No inappropriate structures, symbols, or pixel art. Keep the server looking good for everyone.
Consequences: Structure removal + warning → temporary ban
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Claiming & Ownership
Mark your builds clearly with signs. Large projects should be discussed with the community. Abandoned builds (30+ days inactive) may be reclaimed by the community.
Consequences: Warning for unmarked builds
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Environmental Respect
Don't leave floating trees, random holes, or mess up the landscape. Replant what you harvest. Clean up after large mining operations. Respect the world we all share.
Consequences: Area restoration requirement + warning
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Chat & Communication
Discord and in-game communication
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English Primary Language
Please use English in public chats to help with moderation and community inclusion. Private conversations in other languages are perfectly fine.
Consequences: Friendly reminder
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Voice Chat Etiquette
No mic spam, soundboards, loud music, or excessive background noise. Use push-to-talk if your environment is noisy. Be considerate of other players' ears.
Consequences: Voice chat timeout → temporary ban
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Constructive Communication
Keep discussions constructive. Light trash talk in PvP is fine, but don't be toxic or overly aggressive. Help new players and maintain a welcoming environment.
Consequences: Warning → temporary mute
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Voice Channel Rules
Don't join voice channels uninvited if people are having private conversations. Respect others' space and ask before joining ongoing discussions.
Consequences: Voice chat timeout
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Technical Rules
Server performance and technical conduct
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No Lag Machines
Don't create or use devices designed to lag the server. This includes excessive redstone clocks, mob farms causing server stress, or any contraptions that harm performance.
Consequences: Immediate removal + temporary ban
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Approved Client Mods
Allowed mods: OptiFine, JEI/NEI, Inventory Tweaks, minimap mods (without cave/player detection), Shulker Box Tooltip, and other purely cosmetic/QoL mods. Ask staff if unsure.
Consequences: Warning to remove unapproved mods
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Farm Size Limits
Keep mob farms and redstone contraptions reasonable in size. Excessive farms that impact server performance will need to be downsized. Quality over quantity.
Consequences: Required downsizing + warning
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Bug Reporting
Report server bugs, glitches, or exploits to staff immediately. Don't abuse bugs for personal gain - help us maintain a fair playing field for everyone.
Consequences: Appreciation from staff!
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Rule Enforcement
How rules are enforced and appeals process
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How to Report Rule Violations
Discord: Open a ticket in #make-a-ticket
Evidence: Screenshots, videos, and detailed descriptions help a lot!
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Staff Discretion
Staff have the final say on rule interpretations and punishments. Decisions are made fairly based on context, severity, and previous infractions. Punishment may vary case by case.
Appeals can be submitted through Discord tickets
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Progressive Punishment
Most violations follow a progressive system: Warning → Temporary Mute/Ban → Longer Ban → Permanent Ban. Severe violations may skip steps. Good behavior can lead to reduced sentences.
Clean record for 30 days may reduce future punishments
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Appeals Process
Believe you were wrongly punished? Submit an appeal through Discord tickets with evidence. Be respectful and provide your side of the story. Appeals are reviewed by senior staff.
False or spammy appeals may extend punishments
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Statute of Limitations
Minor infractions older than 6 months won't count toward progressive punishment. Major violations remain on record indefinitely. We believe in second chances with genuine improvement.
Good behavior is always noticed and appreciated
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Final Reminder
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These rules exist to create a fun, fair, and welcoming environment for everyone. When in doubt, ask yourself: "Is this action respectful to other players and beneficial to the community?" If you're still unsure, reach out to staff - we're here to help!
Remember: CrankySMP is more than just a server - it's a community. Let's build something amazing together! 🎮✨