​SHADOW PEGASUS RULEBOOK
Welcome to the Official Shadow Pegasus Rulebook, your comprehensive guide to maintaining a harmonious community environment within the city. Our rules are meticulously crafted with the highest standards of quality roleplay and the well-being of our players in mind.
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These rules serve as a foundational blueprint for exemplary roleplay and are not meant to stifle creativity but rather to enrich it. Should you have any queries or concerns while perusing these regulations, don't hesitate to reach out to us through our Official Discord. Approach these rules with an open mind, as they are designed to enhance life at Shadow Pegasus, ensuring an ever-enjoyable and consistently fresh experience for all !
RULEBOOK
1.0. Age Requirement
You must be at least 16+ years old to join our server.
1.1. Character Names
Character names should be realistic and consist of both a first and last name. Please refrain from using any offensive slurs, celebrity names, or overly typical names
(e.g., Ben Dover, Meek Mill, I AM LEGEND, etc.).
1.2. Character Farming (Cheating)
Character Farming, which involves transferring items, money, cars, houses, etc. between your characters, is strictly prohibited in Shadow Pegasus. We have zero tolerance for cheaters and character farmers. Multi-character systems are a privilege, not a requirement. If caught transferring ANYTHING between your characters, it will be considered Character Farming and a violation of our Terms of Service (TOS), potentially resulting in a permanent ban from Shadow Pegasus. This rule encompasses all forms of transferring items between characters, including giving items from one character to another or vice versa.
We have systems in place to track such actions. We encourage fair play and proper progression.
1.3. Steam Names
We do not tolerate racial, homophobic, or explicit steam names, and any violation will result in a ban.
1.4. Account Responsibility
If someone else plays on your account and breaks a rule, you will be held responsible for their actions.
1.5. Working Microphone With No Background Noise
A functional microphone with no background noise is required to play on Shadow Pegasus Roleplay. Please ensure you have a working microphone and have enabled Push To Talk in the in-game voice chat settings. Open or "Hot Mic" is not allowed, where your mic captures background or ambient noise. We make accommodations for players with disabilities who cannot use voice chat and allow text-based roleplay, subject to approval by community management on a case-by-case basis.
1.6. Offensive & Forced Roleplay
Offensive Roleplay, such as torture, dismemberment, or disturbing scenes, is prohibited. Use of homophobic or racial slurs is strictly forbidden. We do not tolerate any form of inappropriate or uncomfortable roleplay that goes against the spirit of having fun and making players feel safe. Harassment or unwelcome sexual advances are not acceptable. Consent and respect are key principles in our community.
1.7. ERP
Erotic Roleplay is allowed with the consent of all parties involved and must be limited to players aged 18 and above.
1.8. External Crosshairs
The use of third-party software to place a crosshair on your screen is not permitted. Shadow Pegasus provides in-game crosshairs through the /togglecrosshair command. If caught using an external crosshair, you may face a temporary ban until a resolution is reached.
1.9. Terrorism/Suicide RP
Due to the sensitive nature of these subjects, we do not allow terrorism or suicide roleplay in our city.
2.0. Threats
Out-of-character (OOC) threats are strictly prohibited and will result in a permanent ban.
2.1. Character Names
Using game mechanics or bugs to gain an unfair advantage is against our rules. If you discover a bug, report it immediately and do not discuss it with others.
2.2. Use Of Third Party Software
Character Farming, which involves transferring items, money, cars, houses, etc. between your characters, is strictly prohibited in Shadow Pegasus. We have zero tolerance for cheaters and character farmers. Multi-character systems are a privilege, not a requirement. If caught transferring ANYTHING between your characters, it will be considered Character Farming and a violation of our Terms of Service (TOS), potentially resulting in a permanent ban from Shadow Pegasus. This rule encompasses all forms of transferring items between characters, including giving items from one character to another or vice versa.
We have systems in place to track such actions. We encourage fair play and proper progression.
2.3. Green Zones
Green zones are safe areas where illegal or violent actions are strictly forbidden. These zones include their immediate surroundings. Do not engage in violent actions like shootings, robberies, or assaults within green zones. Using a green zone to escape a situation is also prohibited and may lead to a ban. Public events announced in the Discord are automatically designated as green zones to preserve the community's enjoyment. Permanent Green Zones include Pillbox Hospital, MRPD Police Headquarters, and Public Apartments at the Hedera Apartments.
2.4. Vehicle & House Scamming / IRL Currency Trading
Selling vehicles you do not own to scam other players is not allowed. Attempting to sell in-game items for real-life currency will result in a permanent ban, and the items will be seized.
2.5. Default Danny
Avoid roleplaying as the default character with a bald head and basic clothing. Create your unique character style. If you spawn as a default character, seek assistance through a ticket or visit Pillbox for customization options. Most customization options are available at clothing stores and barbershops at no cost.
2.6. Offensive & Forced Roleplay
Random Death Match (RDM) and no initiation roleplay are unacceptable. You must initiate roleplay interactions before taking any hostile actions, such as shooting, against another player.
2.7. VDM
Vehicular Death Match (VDM) is running people over without RP purposefully, which is not allowed. Any vehicular actions should have a roleplay context and depth.
2.8. No Intent to Roleplay
Avoid lazy roleplay, such as randomly shooting at players without a legitimate roleplay reason. We value high-quality roleplay and encourage players to take breaks if they feel tired or restless to avoid making poor decisions.
2.9. Fail RP & NVL (No Value of Life)
Failing to roleplay realistically, breaking character, or not valuing your character's life is against our rules. Roleplay situations like they would happen in real life, and consider the consequences of your actions.
Players cannot use police vests or uniforms from clothing stores or skin shops.
NVL is an important rule to follow, and it involves treating situations realistically and your character's life with care. Avoid unrealistic actions, and make choices as you would in real life.
3.0 .Fear RP
In Shadow Pegasus, it's essential to embrace Fear RP. When faced with a life-threatening situation, such as having a gun pointed at your head or being outnumbered, do not attempt heroic actions. The focus should be on feeling like your character's life is genuinely at risk.
3.1 .Breaking Character
Maintain your in-character role at all times, refraining from using out-of-character (OOC) terms.
3.2 .Metagaming
Metagaming, which involves using external knowledge in character that your character wouldn't realistically possess, is strictly prohibited. This includes watching someone's stream or exchanging information over a Discord call while in the city.
3.3 .Power Gaming
Abusing game mechanics to gain an unfair advantage in roleplay scenarios is considered Power Gaming. This can manifest in various situations, even unintentionally. Examples include resisting arrest excessively, ignoring the effects of being tased multiple times, using radio communication while restrained, or exploiting door lock systems. It's crucial to approach scenes realistically. While custom character models are allowed, changing your character's identity after its creation is not permitted. Consistency in your character's appearance is expected.
3.4 .Intentional Ramming
Deliberately ramming another player's vehicle solely to provoke conflict, known as Intentional Ramming, is discouraged. This behavior is considered low-effort and can be seen as Random Death Match (RDM).
3.5 .New Life Rule
Players are allowed to retain their character's memory and experiences when they go down ("die"), except in two specific circumstances: if they are dumped into the ocean or fall from a height as tall or taller than the Dam in Mirror Park. It's important to engage in high-quality roleplay surrounding this rule, and not use it as an excuse for arbitrary actions. Additionally, illegal bragging on platforms like Twitter or other in-game measures may allow players to remember your character's actions. For all other deaths, players can remember what happened to their character and use that information in character. This rule aims to encourage thoughtful decision-making and consideration of consequences.
3.6 .Griefing
Repetitively harassing another player in consecutive scenes is against the rules. Camping or waiting for players near Pillbox is not allowed.
3.7 .Combat Logging
Exiting the game intentionally to avoid an interaction or prevent a scene from progressing, known as Combat Logging, is strictly prohibited. While crashes may happen, combat logging is taken seriously, and appropriate action will be taken. Crash reports are automatically saved in your files.
3.8 .Illegal Bragging
Promoting illegal drugs, goods, or behaviors on social media platforms like Twitter solely for the purpose of appearing like a big shot is discouraged. This behavior is not aligned with realistic roleplay.
3.9 Selling Illegal Locations
Selling the location of illegal activities, such as drug farms or weapon stashes, to other players is not permitted. Roleplay interactions should be used to discover such locations instead.
4.0 .OOC Usage & OOC Chat
Players are not allowed to send unsolicited out-of-character (OOC) messages or direct messages to other players. OOC discussions or expressions of frustration are strictly prohibited. Shadow Pegasus provides resources like the /report command, the support section in Discord, and ticket submission for addressing concerns. Engaging in OOC chatter is a bannable offense.
4.1 .Spamming
Excessive messaging in OOC, 911, or /report channels will not be tolerated. If you require assistance and are not receiving it, please open a ticket in Discord. Spamming a staff member's direct messages about bans or requesting assistance is also not permitted.
4.2 .Aircraft
Under no circumstances may you steal or operate aircraft unless you are part of a whitelisted job that requires piloting skills. Unauthorized access to aircraft by regular citizens is unrealistic.
4.3 .Whitelisted Jobs & Limits
Shadow Pegasus allows each player to have a maximum of TWO WHITELISTED JOBS. This limit will be closely monitored to prevent abuse. Players are limited to two whitelisted jobs, and it is expected that they actively participate in both roles. Government jobs like police, EMS, lawyers, etc., take priority, as they are essential for the city's functioning. Players are granted this luxury, but they should be prepared to be fired from a job if they are not meeting attendance and timeliness expectations. Employers have the authority to remove employees for attendance issues.
4.4 .Paycheck Farming & Abusing Whitelisted Jobs
Do not remain logged in to your whitelisted job while away from your workplace for an extended period (more than 10 minutes) solely to collect a paycheck. Engaging in criminal activities while on a whitelisted job can result in termination and potential legal consequences. Clock out before engaging in criminal activities. Corrupt behavior among cops, EMS, or lawyers, such as using armories or stashes for financial gain or illegal activities, is not allowed and will result in bans. Abusing job perks, especially within EMS, police, or lawyer roles, is strictly prohibited and will be met with disciplinary action.
4.5 .Talking While Downed
While you are allowed to speak while downed, it must be done in a manner that reflects injury. Speaking normally or having casual conversations with friends while downed is not acceptable. Failure to adhere to this rule may result in a non-appealable ban of 48 hours or longer. Using radio or phone communication while downed is also prohibited and may lead to disciplinary action. If you are downed, and your friends locate you, it will be assumed that you used external means or in-game radio/phone to relay your location to them. Avoid power gaming and act out your injuries or remain silent when downed. Deliberately engaging in taunts or provocations near downed players is not allowed and will be subject to strict monitoring. Toxic behavior is not tolerated.
4.6 .Identifying Players Through Voice & Other Means
Players can identify each other through visual cues such as facial features, clothing, accessories, and more. Voice cannot be used for player identification. Criminals who maintain consistent outfits, habits, or vehicles may be identified and targeted.
4.7 .Returning To Crime
Players are not permitted to return to crime scenes or linger near them. Criminals cannot reappear at scenes after being downed. Police may return to a scene only if it remains active and calls are ongoing. Police officers should return to a scene only after completing necessary procedures, restocking, and being prepared for their next duty shift. Rushing back to a scene immediately after being downed is discouraged.
4.8 .Six Man Rule
Within Shadow Pegasus, criminal organizations must adhere to the Six Man Rule in all criminal scenarios. This applies to any form of robbery or hostile situation. If a group of six confronts another group with more than six members, the confronted group is not required to reduce their numbers. This rule includes a limit of six individuals collectively, regardless of their current status (whether up or down). For instance, if six individuals engage in a shootout, and two of them are incapacitated, two more individuals cannot join the fight. This rule is stringent and may lead to disciplinary action.
4.9 Robbing Players
At Shadow Pegasus, we do not operate as a "100K or Die" server, and we discourage the constant robbing of players solely for monetary gain. Frequent and indiscriminate robbing of players will result in disciplinary actions. Robbing another player must have a legitimate in-character reason. Mere claims like "I am a gangster," "I needed money," or "They hit my car" do not suffice as valid reasons. It is expected that players use common sense and ensure that all parties involved understand the rationale behind the robbery. Roleplay should provide a cinematic and immersive experience. When robbing a player, it is essential to restrict the act to the person at hand. Vehicles, properties, MLOs (Multi-Level Objects), compounds, etc., are OFF LIMITS for robbery. Our server does not support actions like "Pocket Wiping," "Base Raiding," or "Vehicle Wiping." The objective of a robbery should not be to completely or significantly reset a player's progress. YOU CANNOT FORCE A PLAYER TO GO TO A BANK AND WITHDRAW CASH OR TRANSFER MONEY TO YOUR ACCOUNT. THIS VIOLATION LEADS TO A PERMANENT BAN! The only items you may rob are illegal contraband, such as Dirty Cash Rolls, Drugs, Guns, Ammo, and Armors. All other items, like Pickaxes, Med kits, Food, and legal items, are off-limits. Robbing an AFK player is strictly prohibited. If you initiate a robbery, you cannot kill the target. You must choose either robbery or lethal action; looting dead bodies is not permitted. S
5.0 Cop Fear
At Shadow Pegasus, it is crucial for all players to have an understanding of and respect for law enforcement within the city. While we don't expect players to treat them as deities, it's essential to realistically acknowledge their authority. This is a serious roleplay environment, and recognizing law enforcement's role contributes to a more immersive experience. Considering the server's setting, which mirrors a Los Angeles environment with a realistic number of sworn officers, robbing police officers does not make sense and is not permitted. Asking questions like "how many cops are there" or "where are the cops" to an officer or another player is discouraged. The city provides tools to obtain this information without resorting to unusual methods. It is essential to know when to intervene in a police interaction. Once a player is downed and/or taken into custody by law enforcement, they are considered to be in the custody of the law. The scene or interaction that led to the arrest is considered concluded at this point. Players should exercise caution when approaching such situations and are encouraged not to intervene by attacking law enforcement in an attempt to free an associate or friend. If a player is unable to escape the police, they should accept the situation and move on. Please note that players engaging in legal jobs or illegal activities together can flee from the police or confront them. This rule does not prevent individuals in an active scene from reacting appropriately. It solely limits constant attempts to free those already downed, in custody, or under arrest.
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Examples of failing to adhere to Cop Fear include:
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Approaching a traffic stop conducted by a cop and asking them what they are doing.
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Running up to a cop and asking about an arrested friend.
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Treating an officer in a manner inconsistent with real-life interactions.
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Baiting police officers to provoke interactions out of boredom.
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Cop Fear is a crucial aspect of our community to ensure the city's success.
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Please keep this rule in mind, as violations may result in disciplinary actions, including temporary bans.
5.1 .Solo Robbing or Robbing Without Hostages
Robbing banks, jewelry stores, etc., without hostages or as a solo act is not permitted. We believe that these actions lead to low-effort roleplay and should be approached with more depth. Smash and Grabs, for instance, are not aligned with our vision of immersive interactions.
5.2 .Hostage Taking
Taking a cop hostage is allowed only when there are at least four cops online in addition to the one you intend to kidnap. This condition requires a total of five cops online to initiate this action. While utilizing police as hostages for robberies is permitted, it is discouraged, as it may detract from the overall roleplay experience for law enforcement. Taking a civilian hostage is allowed for high-quality roleplay purposes, such as robbing a store, but the hostage must not be kept for more than one robbery. When trading a hostage for demands, you should not endanger the hostage's life and should limit demands to one per hostage. We have numerous player-owned businesses that rely on their employees for operations. It is strongly discouraged to take hostages from whitelisted businesses, as they are essential for the city's vitality. Hostages should not be exchanged for individuals or cash. Do not kidnap someone and then demand their friend's release or demand payment from the police. Such actions diminish the value of police roleplay. We aim to ensure an enjoyable experience for all sides.
5.3 Robbery Cooldowns While Having Hostages
Players are not allowed to wait for the cooldown of any robbery with a hostage inside. If you bring a hostage and attempt to rob a location with an active cooldown, please leave the scene and release the hostage if there are five or more minutes remaining. Persistent violation of this rule may lead to deportation, as it restricts the roleplay opportunities of other characters.
5.4 Vehicles For Any Type Of Robbery, Drug Sales, Etc
In illegal activities, you can use any vehicle except aircraft. Players should still use fake plates on personal vehicles. Players should avoid bringing high-end vehicles like Lamborghinis and Ferraris directly to the front doors of robbery locations. Instead, make an effort to ensure realism. For example, use a more inconspicuous vehicle like a Sultan for the robbery and stash the high-end vehicle nearby. Realism is encouraged, to a certain extent. Selling drugs while riding a motorcycle is strictly prohibited. Offenders will face a 48-hour ban and the removal of any illicitly gained money. 5
5.5 .When Can Criminal Activity Happen?
Criminal activity, apart from gang wars, can only occur after the city has been online for at least 20 minutes following a tsunami and up to 30 minutes before a tsunami. This includes activities like drug sales, gun sales, robberies, and more. Evasion of law enforcement to engage in illegal activity due to an approaching tsunami is not allowed. This rule aims to prevent interruptions in scenes due to impending tsunamis.
5.6 Chain Robbing
hain robbing, where players repeatedly rob locations without significant roleplay in between, is prohibited. Players should allow a minimum of 30 minutes between each robbery. Those caught chain robbing stores may face disciplinary action and potential removal of the money obtained from the stores. Players should bring unique roleplay to their interactions rather than relying on repetitive actions. All robberies, regardless of type (store, jewelry, bank, etc.), require a minimum 7-minute presence to encourage meaningful interactions. Tsunami warnings are provided 30 minutes before they occur, and during this period, bank robberies, Vangelico heists, convenience store robberies, or similar actions are not permitted and may result in bans.
5.7 Emergency Vehicles (Police & EMS)
Unauthorized use or theft of emergency vehicles (police and EMS) by non-hired personnel is strictly prohibited. This means that if you are not an EMS or police officer, you should not drive or steal these vehicles. Players are allowed to loot emergency vehicles, but they must not take medical supplies or other items besides weapons, illegal contraband, and kevlar vests. No other items should be taken.
5.8 GRAFFITI AND TAGGING
Graffiti and tagging on government entities (such as police stations, firehouses, Pillbox, FIB, etc.) are not allowed and will result in bans. Graffiti or tagging with racial or personal attacks, including racist slurs and explicit content, is strictly prohibited. While graffiti is permitted, players are encouraged not to abuse it, as it may be revoked at any time. Please use graffiti thoughtfully and with purpose. Avoid excessive use of gang-related graffiti or similar content.
5.9 Gang Wars
Gang wars can only be initiated by the leaders of the involved gangs. In such cases, terms are negotiated with a server admin. These terms cover rules such as VDM, RDM, actions involving dead bodies, and the New Life Rule. The agreed-upon terms must be followed until the end of the gang war or until they are renegotiated with an admin and all parties agree. If you are not actively participating in a gang war based on negotiated terms, you should adhere to the Six Man Rule, as outlined in section 4.8 of our rulebook. This rule ensures fair play and quality roleplay experiences. Wars should not be initiated or negotiated in the presence of high-ranking staff members unless both parties agree to all terms in writing. Excessive tickets related to your gang war may lead to government intervention to maintain the quality of roleplay in the city.
6.0 Gang Caps (WL & UWL)
Whitelisted gangs have a maximum cap of 21 members. This includes 20 regular member positions and 1 position for the gang boss. Un-Whitelisted gangs have a maximum cap of 15 members until they achieve Whitelisted status. It is mandatory for gangs to adhere to the specified maximum capacities in this rule to prevent monopolization.
6.1 Gang Hopping
Joining a gang should be a significant character decision. If your character decides to join a gang, be aware of the implications of this rule. Players are not allowed to switch between organizations or gangs without a 30-day cooldown period. During this cooldown, your character cannot join another gang. This rule applies to both Whitelisted and Non-Whitelisted Gangs/Crews. Multiple characters controlled by the same player are also limited to one gang or crew.
6.2. Camping Bodies
Camping bodies after killing someone is strictly prohibited. This rule is straightforward and closely monitored. If you are found camping bodies, talking to downed characters for an extended period, or trying to provoke reactions from the deceased, you may face disciplinary action.
6.3. Retaliation Rules
Retaliation in any form is not allowed for a minimum of 50 minutes. This applies to both parties involved in an interaction. A 50-minute cooldown period should pass before engaging with the same group of players after you or they have gone down. While 50 minutes serves as a baseline, it should not dictate your roleplay. Discussions centered on timing, such as "I'll run you every 48 minutes," are discouraged, as they reflect a gaming mindset rather than storytelling. We emphasize meaningful and purposeful roleplay over arbitrary timing. Players looking for constant shooting are encouraged to explore other servers.
6.4. Gang Colors and Gang Pressing
Gangs are discouraged from pressing other players based solely on their clothing items or vehicle colors associated with a particular gang. Instead, gangs should establish their identity through distinct chains, back pocket flags, masks, or other means. We discourage the practice of confronting someone merely because of the color of their clothing or vehicle. However, gangs are allowed to engage with individuals within their territory or areas of influence. This should not include pressing garbage men or postal workers. Gang interactions are intended for individuals involved in illegal activities or found in gang-controlled areas while not engaged in legal work.
6.5. Asset Dumping
Asset dumping, where players give away their assets for minimal or unrealistic prices before perma-death or departure from the server, is strictly prohibited. Such actions disrupt the economy and are inconsistent with our server's vision and values. Assets will be deleted if asset dumping is discovered before a character's perma-death or departure.
6.6.100K or Die Mindset / Toxic Behaviors
Shadow Pegasus does not subscribe to the "100K or Die" mindset. We are not a server focused on constant shooting, robbing, and scamming. Instead, we prioritize serious roleplay and immersive interactions with like-minded adults. We have zero tolerance for toxic behaviors and will respond with strong repercussions and punishments. If your primary goal is relentless violence and criminal activity, this server is not the right fit for you. We encourage players to embrace quality roleplay and storytelling over repetitive actions.