Unban Appeal for b1lly
In-game Name: Billy Huncho
Server: GTA RP
Steam ID: 76561197984497499
Ban ID: !!rpuk11189!!
Reason given for your ban: C2.3
In your own words, please type why you think you were banned.: Originally I was banned due to combat logging when I left whilst waiting for a medic. In addition within 11 months, I have broken 8 rules, where breaking combat logging and value of life has happened twice. The rules I have broken are:
(C2.3) Combat logging - Logging out at any point during RP is, exploiting. Some examples of this include: logging out during a firefight, being chased by the police, arrested by the police, while dead awaiting a medic, logging out in order to save gear, rage-quitting, logging out whilst restrained/detained. Punishment is a permanent ban. Staff can make an informed decision depending on if you’ve made an attempt to resolve the issue. We do suggest you attempt to rejoin the server and continue the roleplay (try messaging them with the mobile system first).
I combat logged twice, once when I didn't feel like RPing so I left, but now I understand that it ruins the experience of others (I have appealed for this). On the other occasion, I unintentionally broke the rule as I forgot that if you are downed you can't leave until you respawn. I now understand where I went wrong on both occasions, combat logging is unfair and provides a disadvantage to others, it also ruins the roleplay experience for others.
(C1.14) Threats to report / Disputes / Breaking RP in Voice - There are so many people on the server with all different points of view and disputes and disagreements are all part of the game, however please do not discuss them in-game also do not break RP in voice. For example, if someone has RDM’ed you discussing this on the server or saying “I am going to report you” is not allowed. Please use the forums or teamspeak to report or discuss only.
If I recall correctly, on this occasion I mentioned "Admin" whilst being in RP and in the presence of one. I don't have much memory of the occasion however I should have been indirect or not mentioned an admin at all. After this I didn't break the rule again as I now know you must use OOC or refer to them indirectly only if you must.
(G2.4) Value of Life - At all times you are to value your life, if you are clearly outnumbered or at an obvious disadvantage you should comply with demands.
On the occasions where I broke this rule, I didn't carry any valuable items so I didn't fear for my life. This ruined it for the parties I was RPing with so I would like to apologise for this. Moving forward, I have and will carry on to always comply if I find myself in a scenario where I need to value my life. This ruined the experience for other people which I regret.
(G3.1) OOC Information - Using out of character information to influence the course of roleplay is considered metagaming and punishable by a ban. This includes but is not limited to: Twitch Streams, forum information and Steam messages.
I was on a Discord call whilst playing and shared information. After that occasion I only communicated ingame with radio/phone. Breaking this rule was unfair to other people in the city and ruined the purpose of RP. I'm sorry for this mistake.
(G4.3) When you respawn and NLR applies:
Your character does not remember any of the previous roleplay situation.
Any feud your character had with their killer(s) is ended.
If your character respawns as an exit strategy from a relationship then the relationship dies with them.
Your character must not return to the location where you died/bled-out for at least 15 minutes.
Your character must not re-enter the situation that caused you to respawn and must excuse themselves from the situation if they accidentally enter it.
I can't remember this incident however I understand the rule. NLR is key for RP as without it, RP would be chaotic and unfair. It also ruins the immersion for yourself and others as when roleplaying it's important we make the experience as real as possible. I apologize for breaking this rule and can confirm it won't happen again.
With my prior history, the staff have been so lenient with me and gave me a chance to keep playing on the server as they felt that they could trust me with not breaking any more rules. However, on one occasion I had to ruin it by leaving the game after getting knocked down in prison. During that period I was playing on the server less frequently, and due to a lack of engagement and ignorance, I didn't jog my memory on the rules.
Why should we unban you ?: I'm fully aware that appealing with a history like mine is a long shot, but this time I have tried my best to put as much effort into my appeal as told. I would've appealed immediately however due to other commitments (work and uni) I have not been able to and wanted to find a moment where I can sit down and pour as much effort into my appeal as I really regret my actions and miss the community and server. So for this I would also need to apologize for putting together an appeal previously, that I could have done better on and for wasting staff resources.
I'm hoping we can turn a new leaf, and that the staff can allow me back in the server as I am dedicated to complying with the guidlines that this community has set. I have re-read over the Community and GTA RP rules with a set of fresh eyes once again, to ensure if I do get unbanned I will do my best to engage with the rules of the server and community. I feel as though the 10 months I have been banned has been a long time. Writing this appeal has made me think even more about my actions, making me realise that I failed the community and staff. I would be honoured to receive a final chance, because I believe I have changed and have learned from my mistakes, I'm committed to not ruining my final chance.
Thank you for reading my appeal. I am willing to listen to what the staff have to say regarding my appeal and any potential further penalties.
Please confirm that you have read the unban appeal process and rules: Yes
In-game Name: Billy Huncho
Server: GTA RP
Steam ID: 76561197984497499
Ban ID: !!rpuk11189!!
Reason given for your ban: C2.3
In your own words, please type why you think you were banned.: Originally I was banned due to combat logging when I left whilst waiting for a medic. In addition within 11 months, I have broken 8 rules, where breaking combat logging and value of life has happened twice. The rules I have broken are:
(C2.3) Combat logging - Logging out at any point during RP is, exploiting. Some examples of this include: logging out during a firefight, being chased by the police, arrested by the police, while dead awaiting a medic, logging out in order to save gear, rage-quitting, logging out whilst restrained/detained. Punishment is a permanent ban. Staff can make an informed decision depending on if you’ve made an attempt to resolve the issue. We do suggest you attempt to rejoin the server and continue the roleplay (try messaging them with the mobile system first).
I combat logged twice, once when I didn't feel like RPing so I left, but now I understand that it ruins the experience of others (I have appealed for this). On the other occasion, I unintentionally broke the rule as I forgot that if you are downed you can't leave until you respawn. I now understand where I went wrong on both occasions, combat logging is unfair and provides a disadvantage to others, it also ruins the roleplay experience for others.
(C1.14) Threats to report / Disputes / Breaking RP in Voice - There are so many people on the server with all different points of view and disputes and disagreements are all part of the game, however please do not discuss them in-game also do not break RP in voice. For example, if someone has RDM’ed you discussing this on the server or saying “I am going to report you” is not allowed. Please use the forums or teamspeak to report or discuss only.
If I recall correctly, on this occasion I mentioned "Admin" whilst being in RP and in the presence of one. I don't have much memory of the occasion however I should have been indirect or not mentioned an admin at all. After this I didn't break the rule again as I now know you must use OOC or refer to them indirectly only if you must.
(G2.4) Value of Life - At all times you are to value your life, if you are clearly outnumbered or at an obvious disadvantage you should comply with demands.
On the occasions where I broke this rule, I didn't carry any valuable items so I didn't fear for my life. This ruined it for the parties I was RPing with so I would like to apologise for this. Moving forward, I have and will carry on to always comply if I find myself in a scenario where I need to value my life. This ruined the experience for other people which I regret.
(G3.1) OOC Information - Using out of character information to influence the course of roleplay is considered metagaming and punishable by a ban. This includes but is not limited to: Twitch Streams, forum information and Steam messages.
I was on a Discord call whilst playing and shared information. After that occasion I only communicated ingame with radio/phone. Breaking this rule was unfair to other people in the city and ruined the purpose of RP. I'm sorry for this mistake.
(G4.3) When you respawn and NLR applies:
Your character does not remember any of the previous roleplay situation.
Any feud your character had with their killer(s) is ended.
If your character respawns as an exit strategy from a relationship then the relationship dies with them.
Your character must not return to the location where you died/bled-out for at least 15 minutes.
Your character must not re-enter the situation that caused you to respawn and must excuse themselves from the situation if they accidentally enter it.
I can't remember this incident however I understand the rule. NLR is key for RP as without it, RP would be chaotic and unfair. It also ruins the immersion for yourself and others as when roleplaying it's important we make the experience as real as possible. I apologize for breaking this rule and can confirm it won't happen again.
With my prior history, the staff have been so lenient with me and gave me a chance to keep playing on the server as they felt that they could trust me with not breaking any more rules. However, on one occasion I had to ruin it by leaving the game after getting knocked down in prison. During that period I was playing on the server less frequently, and due to a lack of engagement and ignorance, I didn't jog my memory on the rules.
Why should we unban you ?: I'm fully aware that appealing with a history like mine is a long shot, but this time I have tried my best to put as much effort into my appeal as told. I would've appealed immediately however due to other commitments (work and uni) I have not been able to and wanted to find a moment where I can sit down and pour as much effort into my appeal as I really regret my actions and miss the community and server. So for this I would also need to apologize for putting together an appeal previously, that I could have done better on and for wasting staff resources.
I'm hoping we can turn a new leaf, and that the staff can allow me back in the server as I am dedicated to complying with the guidlines that this community has set. I have re-read over the Community and GTA RP rules with a set of fresh eyes once again, to ensure if I do get unbanned I will do my best to engage with the rules of the server and community. I feel as though the 10 months I have been banned has been a long time. Writing this appeal has made me think even more about my actions, making me realise that I failed the community and staff. I would be honoured to receive a final chance, because I believe I have changed and have learned from my mistakes, I'm committed to not ruining my final chance.
Thank you for reading my appeal. I am willing to listen to what the staff have to say regarding my appeal and any potential further penalties.
Please confirm that you have read the unban appeal process and rules: Yes
