Info:Code of Conduct
Member Expectations
- Absit Omen is for writers age 13+. Read our Privacy Policy
- Everyone at AO should be treated with respect and patience.
- The community does not accept personal attacks, especially when it concerns race, religion, sexuality, class, gender, appearance, political affiliation or nationality.
Canon
Absit Omen takes place 10 years after Battle of Hogwarts as depicted in Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows 
, and before the events of the epilogue. The events of the epilogue are optional. The events in the books, interviews with JK Rowling, and as revealed in Pottermore are canon. Information from the movies and video games are optional.
AO canon is documented by staff and members here on the Absit Omen Lexicon.
Formatting and Roleplay
- Posts and biographies should have correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
- All posts should use third person perspective, past tense: "Jacob picked up his wand and shouted at the intruder."
- Writers should be careful not to control the actions, reactions, speech, or thoughts of another member's characters.
- Characters should only have access to information that they have learned or could have logically come across in the game.
- Both good and bad things should happen to characters.
- In-character events have in-character consequences.
- Avatars and signature are optional.
- Avatars must be no larger than 125x125px, and must be a photo or drawing of the character. Please see the Avatar Registry for more information.
- Images, text, and links are allowed in signatures. The combination of all signature content may not exceed 200x600px. Signature content must be directly related to your character or characters.
- Role-play posts must use the default text color and size.
- OOC posts, character networks, biographies, or other types of threads can be formatted however you like.
Content Rating
Absit Omen uses the RPG Rating
Language
- Swearing is generally permitted. However language cannot be used to severely abuse.
- No derogatory language concerning race, gender, or sexual orientation is allowed, both IC and OOC.
- Please use extreme language like the f-word sparingly, if at all. This counts for both internal narration and dialog.
- Sometimes intense situations make use of harsh language appropriate. If this is the case, please mark M in the subject line and include a content note in the first post as to harsh language ahead.
- Use courtesy and only use M-level harsh language in your private threads; not group threads like classes or meetings, please.
Sexual Content
- Sexual innuendo and references are permitted. No explicit narration of genitalia or sex acts.
- Rape, pedophilia or any sort of non-consensual/forced sexual actions are strictly prohibited.
- Sex scenes are permitted if they abide by the above. Sexually charged, suggestive scenarios, or making out are permitted.
Violence
- Graphic violence is permitted. Explicit description or in-game narration of violence is allowed.
- Themes of wanton torture, gratuitous senseless violence, or subjugation are not permitted.
Sensitive Themes
These themes are permitted at AO, but writers should use sensitivity and caution. When these topics are addressed in either a biography or thread, the thread should indicate a content warning in the first post. Be aware that these issues may affect fellow members in their daily lives and should be explored with respect.
- Homicide
- Suicide
- Drug addiction and substance abuse
- Physical or emotional abuse
- Physical disability
- Mental health issues (i.e. depression, eating disorders)
- Teenage pregnancy
Cbox Rules
Absit Omen is happy to host a guest-friendly chat box for the fun and camaraderie of current, past and prospective AO members. We intend for the cbox to be a positive, relaxed, and supportive place.
Language
Explicit language is forbidden by CBox's Terms of Service. Absolutely no vulgar or discriminatory language is allowed, even if it's partially c*ns*red.
Topics and Content
Please keep the topics of discussion friendly and supportive. Ranting, debates, and other controversially charged topics are not welcome in this area. It isn't possible to provide a comprehensive list of discouraged topics, so please be cooperative if someone requests you change the subject.
Personal Issues and Security
We wish to remind anyone using the cbox that it is visible to the public. Please protect your personal information and respect the personal information of others. The cbox is not the place to share very personal details of your life.
Conflict Resolution in the Cbox
Please cooperate with any directions from Curators or Cbox Moderators (whose names are in orange in the cbox.)
- If you are uncomfortable with a topic being discussed in the cbox...
- Close the cbox for awhile, or
- Politely ask that the cbox change the subject.
- If you are not comfortable speaking up, please contact a Curator or Cbox Moderator, or use the Contact the Staff form. This form allows us to follow up in the swiftest, most thorough way.
- If someone asks you to change the subject, please be cooperative.
- Be understanding and change the subject, even if you think the conversation is acceptable.
- It may be a good idea to send the member a PM to clear up any misunderstanding. An apology goes a long way.
- There are many reasons a conversation might make someone uncomfortable. If you have concerns about the appropriateness of the topic, speak with any of the Curators.
Mistakes and Warnings
Everyone makes mistakes and we understand that these rules rely on subjective judgement. Corrections will mostly likely come in the form of friendly reminders. Only persistent and severe infractions will warrant any official warning or disciplinary action.
All messages posted in the cbox are logged in an archive accessible by Curators. Repeatedly violating the rules of the Cbox could result in temporary or permanent bans from both the Cbox and Absit Omen.
If you have any questions about Absit Omen or our policies, contact a Curator.
