Username: g30buckzzz
Please provide your name & discord name: jackinbroadday
Have you ever been staff in a serious server? yes
All staff are required to be apart of a department. Please provide a department that you wish to be apart of upcoming joining the team. Yes I have previous staff experience in several serious RP servers including Second City, The Post DC, and Land of Chicago. Through these servers I gained experience handling reports, moderating situations fairly, enforcing server rules, and helping maintain a serious roleplay environment.
Please provide a example of a proper /me & /do. /me keeps hand close to waistband, staying cautious
/do The alley would be empty besides a parked black SUV with tinted windows.
Please list your time zone and your availability. EST available everyday thorough the week day in the morning and night time not evening due to work on weekends all day.
Do you have any forums experience? Yes
Explain how to move a forums thread. open the thread you want to move and look for a “Moderation Tools” or “Thread Tools” option often at the top or bottom of the post, From there, you select “Move Thread”, then choose the correct category or section you want it placed in. After selecting the destination, you confirm the move.
A new player joins with a realistic-looking name, but it’s clearly meant to mock a real-world tragedy or group. They claim it’s “just dark humor.” As staff, how do you handle this and why? I would immediately admin jail the player for the inappropriate name, then require them to submit a name change request before being released. I would also log the incident and make sure the new name follows server rules before approving it.
During a robbery scene, a player messages another outside the game to warn them what’s about to happen. The scene continues normally. As staff reviewing the report, what concerns you most and how do you handle it? What concerns me most is metagaming, because it gives one side an unfair advantage using outside communication, even if the RP scene continues. I would review evidence to confirm it happened, then treat it as a rules violation. depending on server policy, log it, and give out the right punishment and remind the player that outside communication affecting RP is not allowed.
A player walks away from an active RP situation without saying anything and later claims, “My character wouldn’t care.” How do you judge whether this was valid character choice or roleplay avoidance? I would check the situation and see if there was a valid in character reason for leaving. If they just walked away during an active RP scene with no RP reason it’s roleplay avoidance. If there was a valid character reason shown in RP, then it can be allowed. If it’s avoidance I would treat it as a rule break and handle it with a warning or punishment based on server policy.
You notice a rule issue developing within a scene. How would you go about what your seeing in the scene? I would monitor the situation and identify the rule issue. If it becomes necessary I would briefly pause the scene using staff tools or OOC chat to correct the problem. Then I would let RP continue and handle any punishment or logs afterward to keep the scene as smooth as possible.
A player repeatedly uses mechanics to gain advantages but technically follows the scripts correctly. How do you decide whether this is clever gameplay or abuse that hurts roleplay? I would decide based on whether it harms roleplay, not just if it follows the script. If the player is using mechanics in a way that gives unfair advantage or ruins fair RP, even if it’s technically allowed, I would treat it as rule abuse review evidence warn the player and log it or escalate it so staff can address the loophole.
Two players give completely different versions of a scene. Both seem confident and neither has video. How do you investigate and make a fair decision as staff? I would review all available evidence first, including logs, timestamps, prior behavior, and any witnesses involved in the scene. Then I would compare both stories against what is most consistent with server rules and in character logic. If there’s still no clear proof either way, I would look for patterns or credibility factors but avoid guessing, and if it remains inconclusive I would not punish either player and instead use it as a warning/reminder or monitor them going forward.
You notice the same player appears in multiple reports—not always guilty, but always involved in messy situations. At what point does this become a concern, and how should staff address it? It becomes a concern when the same player is repeatedly involved in reports, even if they’re not always guilty, because it shows a pattern that may be disrupting RP or pushing rule boundaries. I would review their past incidents, monitor their behavior more closely, speak to them privately about the pattern, and if it continues, escalate with warnings or further staff action depending on server policy.
A player takes a huge risk in a dangerous situation and loses their character as a result. They complain that it was unfair. How do you explain consequences while still being respectful and professional? I would stay calm and explain that in serious RP, actions have consequences, especially in high risk situations and the outcome came from their choices during the scene not staff bias or unfairness. I would break down what happened in a clear way make sure they understand how their actions led to that result and remind them that fair RP means accepting possible loss when taking big risks while keeping the tone respectful and focused on learning rather than arguing.
A civilian resists police in a situation that realistically would not justify extreme actions. How do you judge whether the player acted realistically or just wanted an outcome? I would judge it by looking at proportionality and realism in the situation. If the civilian’s resistance matches what would realistically happen in that context like minor non compliance or running away it can be valid RP But if their actions or the police response escalate unrealistically just to force a certain outcome or advantage, then it’s likely powergaming or unrealistic RP I would review the full scene consider intent and escalation and decide based on what best fits fair and realistic roleplay standards
A player roleplays severe injuries during a scene but is completely fine an hour later with no explanation. How should staff handle situations like this to maintain consistency? I would treat it as inconsistency in injury RP and potential fail RP if they recovered unrealistically without proper medical RP or explanation. I would review the scene, confirm what was roleplayed, and if it doesn’t match server realism standards I would correct the player require proper injury continuity or medical RP going forward and issue a warning if needed.
You make a ruling that a player strongly disagrees with, but it’s fair and consistent. They continue arguing. How do you handle this while maintaining authority and professionalism? I would stay calm restate the ruling clearly once and explain the reason it was made based on server rules and evidence. If they continue arguing I would stop engaging in debate remind them the decision is final and direct them to any formal appeal process if the server has one. If they still persist or become disruptive, I would mute or warn them depending on staff policy to keep the situation controlled and professional.
Some one in the discord makes a ticket regarding applications, how would you respond to their ticket? I would respond politely and directly acknowledging their ticket and asking what specific help they need with applications. Then I would guide them based on their issue requirements status or questions or direct them to the correct channel or application format if needed while keeping the tone clear and professional.
Please provide your name & discord name: jackinbroadday
Have you ever been staff in a serious server? yes
All staff are required to be apart of a department. Please provide a department that you wish to be apart of upcoming joining the team. Yes I have previous staff experience in several serious RP servers including Second City, The Post DC, and Land of Chicago. Through these servers I gained experience handling reports, moderating situations fairly, enforcing server rules, and helping maintain a serious roleplay environment.
Please provide a example of a proper /me & /do. /me keeps hand close to waistband, staying cautious
/do The alley would be empty besides a parked black SUV with tinted windows.
Please list your time zone and your availability. EST available everyday thorough the week day in the morning and night time not evening due to work on weekends all day.
Do you have any forums experience? Yes
Explain how to move a forums thread. open the thread you want to move and look for a “Moderation Tools” or “Thread Tools” option often at the top or bottom of the post, From there, you select “Move Thread”, then choose the correct category or section you want it placed in. After selecting the destination, you confirm the move.
A new player joins with a realistic-looking name, but it’s clearly meant to mock a real-world tragedy or group. They claim it’s “just dark humor.” As staff, how do you handle this and why? I would immediately admin jail the player for the inappropriate name, then require them to submit a name change request before being released. I would also log the incident and make sure the new name follows server rules before approving it.
During a robbery scene, a player messages another outside the game to warn them what’s about to happen. The scene continues normally. As staff reviewing the report, what concerns you most and how do you handle it? What concerns me most is metagaming, because it gives one side an unfair advantage using outside communication, even if the RP scene continues. I would review evidence to confirm it happened, then treat it as a rules violation. depending on server policy, log it, and give out the right punishment and remind the player that outside communication affecting RP is not allowed.
A player walks away from an active RP situation without saying anything and later claims, “My character wouldn’t care.” How do you judge whether this was valid character choice or roleplay avoidance? I would check the situation and see if there was a valid in character reason for leaving. If they just walked away during an active RP scene with no RP reason it’s roleplay avoidance. If there was a valid character reason shown in RP, then it can be allowed. If it’s avoidance I would treat it as a rule break and handle it with a warning or punishment based on server policy.
You notice a rule issue developing within a scene. How would you go about what your seeing in the scene? I would monitor the situation and identify the rule issue. If it becomes necessary I would briefly pause the scene using staff tools or OOC chat to correct the problem. Then I would let RP continue and handle any punishment or logs afterward to keep the scene as smooth as possible.
A player repeatedly uses mechanics to gain advantages but technically follows the scripts correctly. How do you decide whether this is clever gameplay or abuse that hurts roleplay? I would decide based on whether it harms roleplay, not just if it follows the script. If the player is using mechanics in a way that gives unfair advantage or ruins fair RP, even if it’s technically allowed, I would treat it as rule abuse review evidence warn the player and log it or escalate it so staff can address the loophole.
Two players give completely different versions of a scene. Both seem confident and neither has video. How do you investigate and make a fair decision as staff? I would review all available evidence first, including logs, timestamps, prior behavior, and any witnesses involved in the scene. Then I would compare both stories against what is most consistent with server rules and in character logic. If there’s still no clear proof either way, I would look for patterns or credibility factors but avoid guessing, and if it remains inconclusive I would not punish either player and instead use it as a warning/reminder or monitor them going forward.
You notice the same player appears in multiple reports—not always guilty, but always involved in messy situations. At what point does this become a concern, and how should staff address it? It becomes a concern when the same player is repeatedly involved in reports, even if they’re not always guilty, because it shows a pattern that may be disrupting RP or pushing rule boundaries. I would review their past incidents, monitor their behavior more closely, speak to them privately about the pattern, and if it continues, escalate with warnings or further staff action depending on server policy.
A player takes a huge risk in a dangerous situation and loses their character as a result. They complain that it was unfair. How do you explain consequences while still being respectful and professional? I would stay calm and explain that in serious RP, actions have consequences, especially in high risk situations and the outcome came from their choices during the scene not staff bias or unfairness. I would break down what happened in a clear way make sure they understand how their actions led to that result and remind them that fair RP means accepting possible loss when taking big risks while keeping the tone respectful and focused on learning rather than arguing.
A civilian resists police in a situation that realistically would not justify extreme actions. How do you judge whether the player acted realistically or just wanted an outcome? I would judge it by looking at proportionality and realism in the situation. If the civilian’s resistance matches what would realistically happen in that context like minor non compliance or running away it can be valid RP But if their actions or the police response escalate unrealistically just to force a certain outcome or advantage, then it’s likely powergaming or unrealistic RP I would review the full scene consider intent and escalation and decide based on what best fits fair and realistic roleplay standards
A player roleplays severe injuries during a scene but is completely fine an hour later with no explanation. How should staff handle situations like this to maintain consistency? I would treat it as inconsistency in injury RP and potential fail RP if they recovered unrealistically without proper medical RP or explanation. I would review the scene, confirm what was roleplayed, and if it doesn’t match server realism standards I would correct the player require proper injury continuity or medical RP going forward and issue a warning if needed.
You make a ruling that a player strongly disagrees with, but it’s fair and consistent. They continue arguing. How do you handle this while maintaining authority and professionalism? I would stay calm restate the ruling clearly once and explain the reason it was made based on server rules and evidence. If they continue arguing I would stop engaging in debate remind them the decision is final and direct them to any formal appeal process if the server has one. If they still persist or become disruptive, I would mute or warn them depending on staff policy to keep the situation controlled and professional.
Some one in the discord makes a ticket regarding applications, how would you respond to their ticket? I would respond politely and directly acknowledging their ticket and asking what specific help they need with applications. Then I would guide them based on their issue requirements status or questions or direct them to the correct channel or application format if needed while keeping the tone clear and professional.
