https://sunderingshadows.com/ 2026-04-16T03:09:08+00:00 https://sunderingshadows.com/ https://sunderingshadows.com/lib/tpl/darkblue/images/favicon.ico text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:alts&rev=1682880065&do=diff PLAYING MULTIPLE ALTS ON SUNDERING SHADOWS We understand that you may want to play multiple characters (aka alts) to enjoy the game. However, having multiple alts involved on multiple sides of a conflict can be confusing and create an unfair advantage, or the perception of an unfair advantage. In order to keep it fun and fair for everyone, we have written the following alt guidelines: text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:death&rev=1682880065&do=diff DEATH When you die, your soul is judged by Lysara. If she deems you worthy of return, you will get the chance to choose a church to return to. To rejoin the living, pick a church from a list (newbies will always go to Offestry). Once there, you can get a new body in one of two ways: text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:fade_away&rev=1682880065&do=diff FADE AWAY The Fade Away rule has been put into place to allow players to abstain from situations that make them uncomfortable without compromising their character's ideals. When can I use Fade Away? Fade Away can be used when you accidently happen upon a scene that you would feel uncomfortable getting involved in, either by walking in on it, by scrying it, or by being contacted by another character. text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:fade_to_black&rev=1682880065&do=diff FADE TO BLACK A fade to black is called when someone is uncomfortable playing out a scene in detail. It must be respected and complied with immediately. If you are uncomfortable in a RP situation, consider whether it is possible for your character to remove themselves from the situation and allow others to continue. If this is not an option you may, at any time and for any reason, call a fade to black. Other players and immortals must comply and immediately end the current scene. This … text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:line_use&rev=1682880065&do=diff All channels on Sundering Shadows are OOC (Out Of Character) Channels, often called lines in this game, are mud-wide message system we employ for general chatter. You can turn them off for better immersion, if you like. Look into <help lines> for how to do it. text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:nopk&rev=1682880065&do=diff THE NOPK FLAG New characters that are of a standard race have a NOPK flag that protects them from aggressive characters. To opt into PK (player killing), turn the flag off (<help set>). When you turn this flag off, you signal to the player-base that you are ready to engage in hostile roleplay. text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:pk&rev=1682880065&do=diff Short for player killing. See rules, pk rules, post pk rules, death and nopk. text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:pk_commands&rev=1682880065&do=diff PK COMMANDS A list of commands of interest in a PK: <bind PLAYER> binds the player or secures a bound player (requires rope)\\ <unbind PLAYER> unbinds the player <strip PLAYER of ITEM> strips the player of an item/money text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:pk_rules&rev=1682880065&do=diff PK RULES PK (player killing) encompasses any player vs player (PvP) scenario, not only those that lead to a death. These rules have been put in place to make the game fairer and more enjoyable for those that participate in player vs player events. Read them carefully before engaging in PK. Refer to <post PK rules> for how to proceed after a PK. text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:pkill&rev=1682880065&do=diff Short for player killing. See pk rules, post pk rules. text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:post_pk_rules&rev=1682880065&do=diff POST PK RULES This section covers rules and advice on how to act in the aftermath of a PK. The first section covers the event of a murder, as well as the use of resurrection and speak with dead, etc. The second section covers the event of other repercussions and staff involvement. text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:roleplaying&rev=1682880065&do=diff ROLEPLAYING ON SUNDERING SHADOWS Sundering Shadows's interpretation of roleplaying Roleplaying is the total assumption of a role separate from that of your own. This implies that you become the person you are playing. When entering the virtual world of Sundering Shadows you become the character you are playing completely, assuming their attributes, including intelligence, age, etc. You should also completely leave the real world behind. Forget who you are text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:rules&rev=1682880065&do=diff GOLDEN RULES These rules have been put in place to make the game fair and enjoyable for everyone. If you notice something that may be illegal, or if you encounter a dispute with another player or staff-member, contact the law team at admin@sunderingshadows.com or via the <lawmail> command. text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:skill_levels&rev=1682880065&do=diff SKILL LEVELS To help you roleplay your skills on Sundering Shadows, we have written the following guidelines. General Your total points in a skill determines your prowess with said skill. See <skills> for how to apply them. In general, a maxed-out skill will give you a good chance of success in areas appropriate to your level, or vs players of a similar level. Likewise, a less than maxed-out out skill will lower your chances of success in such areas/instances. text/html 2023-04-30T18:41:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://sunderingshadows.com/doku.php?id=helpfiles:rules:staff_rules&rev=1682880065&do=diff STAFF RULES In addition to the normal rules, all staff-members should know and abide by the following rules: Rule 1: Staff Interactions The objective is to create an environment that is fair and fun for all players. All criticism must be constructive. Be polite, be professional, and treat others with respect. If you get too close and too emotionally invested in a situation, take a step back and request someone else take over. Avoid writing mails or making judgement in anger – slee…