FlipinAsian
June 3rd, 2004, 00:29
So you wanna be cadet?
Section 1: Applicant Requirements
A) Valid E-mail
A.1) Accurate contact information is paramount to the operation of this clan. Without a valid mean of communication, this group would cease to function. Please do not BS your contact information. It is very important. Cadets need not have an ISP e-mail address. Hotmail or Yahoo would be fine.
B) Honor
B.1) All cadet applicants need to have at least 10 honor points at the time of registration. There will be no exceptions to this policy because there should be no reason for you to fall below this requirement.
B.2) Once accepted into the DoW community, you will be required to keep your honor level above 10 at all times. Falling below this requirement will be dealt with on an individual basis under the descretion of your hopeful senior NCOs and Cadet Battalion Staff.
C) Forum Account
C.1) All applicants at the time of registration must have a forum account setup. Do not submit an application until your forum account is setup. This is very important! Failure to do so may delay application times.
D) Teamspeak
D.1) Teamspeak is a requirement in this clan. This is our #1 means of communication to each other, guest users, and is also a method for fetching an administrator. If you do not currently own a microphone, some leway is given until one is obtained.
Section 2: Voting Process
A)Voting System
A.1) All applicants will be placed through a voting system. The voting will take place behind closed doors. Do not ask for the results or ask for positive votes. Instead, sell yourself on the servers, show us that you have what it takes to become a member of the DoW community.
B) Polls
B.1) The standard requirement is 5 votes to become a member of this group. Any negative votes may delay the voting process, but does not automatically mean you will not be admitted. As with A.1, play on the servers frequently to gain publicity and show everyone you have what it takes.
B.2) Too many negative votes or giving false registration information will result in the closure of the voting without admittance to DoW. Please ensure your application information is accurate and that you have a good standing reputation.
B.3) The DoW Brigade Staff and/or Cadet Battalion Staff reserve the right to sway the outcome of the voting process as they see fit. They may use this power if they have good reason to. DoW does not 'judge' people, and tries to back up all action with evidence.
Section 3: Probation Period
A) Procedures
A.1) Upon acceptance of DoW, the applicant will enter a 30 day probation period. While under probation, you are given access to cadet materials and you earn the right to affix your -=DoWc=- tag in your name. This stage is to monitor your actions and see if you are a responsible person.
A.2) While in the probation period, additional PunkBuster kicking points will NOT be issued at this time. I stress this alot. Trust is earned, not given. Show you can be responsible, and you will reap the benefits. (See section 5:A.1)
Section 4: Conduct
A) Courtesy
A.1) In DoW and other clans, the Chain of Command is in effect. You report to your superiors, they report to theirs, and they report to theirs. Treat your superiors with respect and learn from them. As they say in the Army, you will learn to revere your superior, if not with affection, with respect.
A.1.a) Courtesy does not stop in DoW. When an enlisted Army soldier comes across an officer from another branch of the armed forces, he/she still renders the proper courtesy. Do the same. While you are wearing the -=DoWc=- tag, I want to hear nothing but good reports from other clans, both in good and not-so-good standing.
B) Respect
B.1) At DoW, we are one big happy family. Treat them with respect. We have our differences from time to time, but resolve them quickly and peacefully. The last thing we want is a broken family.
B.2) Equality is another thing we stress. The rank is just the position we hold, but we are all human beings. NOBODY is better than anyone else as a person in this clan.
C) Language
C.1) Language is something that is not taken lightly at DoW. While wearing the DoW tag on our or any other servers, you may not write any offensive messages in the console. This includes, but not limited to, swearing, cussing, abbreviations of such, racial remarks, comments against groups, or comments intended to attack sexual orientation, disability, mental capacity, religion, sex, or personal character.
C.2) The same rules apply to Teamspeak. It does not matter if you are on our server, or another server, you will not represent DoW in a negative manner. Remember, guests are frequently moving in and out, we do not want them to stumble in on verbal attacks, so keep them off the servers.
C.3) The penalty for using foul and/or abusive languages on the servers may lead to a range of disciplinary actions from as small as a warning or 15 day suspension, to permanent removal of all clan activites and resources.
D) Aggrieved Status
D.1) If you have a problem with another member of this clan, calmly sort it out with that person. If required, inform your superior using the chain of command. (Don't go directly to Big Boss when your NCO can handle it.) If you have a problem with another clan member, don't take it upon yourself to act as a diplomat. Inform the Brigade Command Staff (Major and up.) and they will deal with inter-clan relations.
D.2) Accusations will NOT be tolerated. If you suspect anything wrong, let an admin know right away. Don't accuse in public as it is not professional. Our admins like to work in stealth so do not advertise that an admin is on their way. If you are on another server, kindly let their admin know. General rule of thumb, do not report a clan member you suspect of cheating... they will always defend their members. Report the suspected player to the Intelligence Team or Brigade Command.
Section 5: Adjunctive Material
A) Player Power
A.1) Upon completion of the probation period and at the deiscretion of the approved staff, you will be given your PB Points for DoW servers. This is not a right... you earn it.
B) Admin Power
B.1) Cadets will NOT become a server admin. Again, cadets will NOT become an admin. For the same reason students do not referee a basketball game, we cannot allow a cadet to man the position as a server admin.
C) Assistants
C.1) Got a special skill to share with the group? Image editing, scripting, records keeping? That's great, we are always looking for help. Contact the First Sergeants to see if there are any available tasks.
D) Chain of Command
D.1) We have a chain of command. Use it when you require assistance. Here is a basic diagram of how the system works.
Brigade Command - MAJ & UP
Battalion Command* - 1SG & UP
Company Command - CO, XO, 1SG
Platoon Leaders - SFC
Squad Leaders - SGT/SSG
D.2) There are two ranking systems used by DoW, the cadet ranking and the senior ranking. Imagine this as a JROTC unit, if you will. Always show courtesy to any senior members, as you would in real life with elders. Among you, you will notice cadet NCO's as well (SGT and up.) They may be cadets, but they are still your NCO. Report to them, they will report to their respective leaders.
*When reporting to Battalion Command, be sure you are reporting to the correct Battalon. DoW has the Senior Battalion and the Cadet Battalion, so report in accordingly.
E) Misc. Info
D.1) If there is any information omitted that you feel should be here, contact Sergeant First Class FlipinAsian (http://www.dow-sniper.net/extreme/privmsg.php?mode=post&u=633)
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Document Changes.
Section 2-B.2 - Changed may to will per CSM Resqman's request.
Section 4-C - Added language usage per CSM Resqman's request.
Section 4-D - Added section concerning complaints per CSM Resqman's request.
Section 5-D.2 - Added section going over the two ranking systems per SGT Coldsteel's request.
Section 1-A.1 - Added notation that cadets may use free e-mail.
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Section 1: Applicant Requirements
A) Valid E-mail
A.1) Accurate contact information is paramount to the operation of this clan. Without a valid mean of communication, this group would cease to function. Please do not BS your contact information. It is very important. Cadets need not have an ISP e-mail address. Hotmail or Yahoo would be fine.
B) Honor
B.1) All cadet applicants need to have at least 10 honor points at the time of registration. There will be no exceptions to this policy because there should be no reason for you to fall below this requirement.
B.2) Once accepted into the DoW community, you will be required to keep your honor level above 10 at all times. Falling below this requirement will be dealt with on an individual basis under the descretion of your hopeful senior NCOs and Cadet Battalion Staff.
C) Forum Account
C.1) All applicants at the time of registration must have a forum account setup. Do not submit an application until your forum account is setup. This is very important! Failure to do so may delay application times.
D) Teamspeak
D.1) Teamspeak is a requirement in this clan. This is our #1 means of communication to each other, guest users, and is also a method for fetching an administrator. If you do not currently own a microphone, some leway is given until one is obtained.
Section 2: Voting Process
A)Voting System
A.1) All applicants will be placed through a voting system. The voting will take place behind closed doors. Do not ask for the results or ask for positive votes. Instead, sell yourself on the servers, show us that you have what it takes to become a member of the DoW community.
B) Polls
B.1) The standard requirement is 5 votes to become a member of this group. Any negative votes may delay the voting process, but does not automatically mean you will not be admitted. As with A.1, play on the servers frequently to gain publicity and show everyone you have what it takes.
B.2) Too many negative votes or giving false registration information will result in the closure of the voting without admittance to DoW. Please ensure your application information is accurate and that you have a good standing reputation.
B.3) The DoW Brigade Staff and/or Cadet Battalion Staff reserve the right to sway the outcome of the voting process as they see fit. They may use this power if they have good reason to. DoW does not 'judge' people, and tries to back up all action with evidence.
Section 3: Probation Period
A) Procedures
A.1) Upon acceptance of DoW, the applicant will enter a 30 day probation period. While under probation, you are given access to cadet materials and you earn the right to affix your -=DoWc=- tag in your name. This stage is to monitor your actions and see if you are a responsible person.
A.2) While in the probation period, additional PunkBuster kicking points will NOT be issued at this time. I stress this alot. Trust is earned, not given. Show you can be responsible, and you will reap the benefits. (See section 5:A.1)
Section 4: Conduct
A) Courtesy
A.1) In DoW and other clans, the Chain of Command is in effect. You report to your superiors, they report to theirs, and they report to theirs. Treat your superiors with respect and learn from them. As they say in the Army, you will learn to revere your superior, if not with affection, with respect.
A.1.a) Courtesy does not stop in DoW. When an enlisted Army soldier comes across an officer from another branch of the armed forces, he/she still renders the proper courtesy. Do the same. While you are wearing the -=DoWc=- tag, I want to hear nothing but good reports from other clans, both in good and not-so-good standing.
B) Respect
B.1) At DoW, we are one big happy family. Treat them with respect. We have our differences from time to time, but resolve them quickly and peacefully. The last thing we want is a broken family.
B.2) Equality is another thing we stress. The rank is just the position we hold, but we are all human beings. NOBODY is better than anyone else as a person in this clan.
C) Language
C.1) Language is something that is not taken lightly at DoW. While wearing the DoW tag on our or any other servers, you may not write any offensive messages in the console. This includes, but not limited to, swearing, cussing, abbreviations of such, racial remarks, comments against groups, or comments intended to attack sexual orientation, disability, mental capacity, religion, sex, or personal character.
C.2) The same rules apply to Teamspeak. It does not matter if you are on our server, or another server, you will not represent DoW in a negative manner. Remember, guests are frequently moving in and out, we do not want them to stumble in on verbal attacks, so keep them off the servers.
C.3) The penalty for using foul and/or abusive languages on the servers may lead to a range of disciplinary actions from as small as a warning or 15 day suspension, to permanent removal of all clan activites and resources.
D) Aggrieved Status
D.1) If you have a problem with another member of this clan, calmly sort it out with that person. If required, inform your superior using the chain of command. (Don't go directly to Big Boss when your NCO can handle it.) If you have a problem with another clan member, don't take it upon yourself to act as a diplomat. Inform the Brigade Command Staff (Major and up.) and they will deal with inter-clan relations.
D.2) Accusations will NOT be tolerated. If you suspect anything wrong, let an admin know right away. Don't accuse in public as it is not professional. Our admins like to work in stealth so do not advertise that an admin is on their way. If you are on another server, kindly let their admin know. General rule of thumb, do not report a clan member you suspect of cheating... they will always defend their members. Report the suspected player to the Intelligence Team or Brigade Command.
Section 5: Adjunctive Material
A) Player Power
A.1) Upon completion of the probation period and at the deiscretion of the approved staff, you will be given your PB Points for DoW servers. This is not a right... you earn it.
B) Admin Power
B.1) Cadets will NOT become a server admin. Again, cadets will NOT become an admin. For the same reason students do not referee a basketball game, we cannot allow a cadet to man the position as a server admin.
C) Assistants
C.1) Got a special skill to share with the group? Image editing, scripting, records keeping? That's great, we are always looking for help. Contact the First Sergeants to see if there are any available tasks.
D) Chain of Command
D.1) We have a chain of command. Use it when you require assistance. Here is a basic diagram of how the system works.
Brigade Command - MAJ & UP
Battalion Command* - 1SG & UP
Company Command - CO, XO, 1SG
Platoon Leaders - SFC
Squad Leaders - SGT/SSG
D.2) There are two ranking systems used by DoW, the cadet ranking and the senior ranking. Imagine this as a JROTC unit, if you will. Always show courtesy to any senior members, as you would in real life with elders. Among you, you will notice cadet NCO's as well (SGT and up.) They may be cadets, but they are still your NCO. Report to them, they will report to their respective leaders.
*When reporting to Battalion Command, be sure you are reporting to the correct Battalon. DoW has the Senior Battalion and the Cadet Battalion, so report in accordingly.
E) Misc. Info
D.1) If there is any information omitted that you feel should be here, contact Sergeant First Class FlipinAsian (http://www.dow-sniper.net/extreme/privmsg.php?mode=post&u=633)
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Document Changes.
Section 2-B.2 - Changed may to will per CSM Resqman's request.
Section 4-C - Added language usage per CSM Resqman's request.
Section 4-D - Added section concerning complaints per CSM Resqman's request.
Section 5-D.2 - Added section going over the two ranking systems per SGT Coldsteel's request.
Section 1-A.1 - Added notation that cadets may use free e-mail.
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