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The [[Rites of Combat]] (ROC) are the standard gaming rules for all official [[Dark Brotherhood|Brotherhood]] gaming activities, to include normal gaming, Tournaments and [[Vendetta|Vendetta’s]]. All members should familiarize themselves with the general gaming rules, as well as the rules for their platform(s) of choice.
The [[Rites of Combat]] (ROC) are the standard gaming rules for all official [[Dark Brotherhood|Brotherhood]] gaming events, most notably the [[Gaming Nights]] , Tournaments and [[Vendetta|Vendetta’s]]. All members should familiarize themselves with the general gaming rules, as well as the rules for their platform(s) of choice.




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== General Gaming Conduct  ==
== Article 1 - Rites of Combat ==
 
=== Section 1.1 - Purpose ===
 
The [[Rites of Combat]] (ROC) are the standard gaming rules for all official [[Dark Brotherhood|Brotherhood]] gaming activities, competitions, Tournaments, and [[Vendetta|Vendettas]]. The goal of the ROC is to provide a sense of fair play and consistency in how multiplayer competitions operate.
 
=== Section 1.2 - Application ===
 
a. Gaming competitions will follow the rules outlined under the Rites of Combat.
 
b. Competition organizers may alter rules and guidelines for specific competitions with express approval of the Fist.
 
c. Any alterations to rules or guidelines must be made clear prior to the start of any such competition and enforced consistently throughout the entirety of the event.


d. Any changes made during the course of a competition must be transparently made available to all participating members, including having them part of the publicly available competition details.


=== Use of Telegram ===
=== Section 1.3 - Jurisdiction ===
* To participate in [[Gaming Nights]], [[Vendetta|Vendetta’s]] and Tournaments you MUST be present in the [https://telegram.me/joinchat/BWyRrkBRFJkuL_2fGZuS1g|DJB Gaming Channel]
** Member(s) must setup 1v1 matches using the @DJBFistBot on Telegram.
** Member(s) must setup Team and FFA matches in the [https://telegram.me/joinchat/BWyRrkBRFJkuL_2fGZuS1g|DJB Gaming Channel]
*** If PVP match submissions are found that were not set up using the @DJBFistBot, those matches will be declined, unless they have been approved for exemption by the Fist prior to match submission.  Exemptions will be handled on a case-by-case basis, and will be generally limited to @DJBFistBot issues.


Violations of these Rites falls under the jurisdiction of both the [[Chamber of Justice]] and [[Fist of the Brotherhood]].
Under Section 7.07 of the [[Covenant]] members are required to abide by Brotherhood policies.


=== Daily Match Limits ===
=== Section 1.4 - Amendment ===
* '''1v1 Duel Limits:'''  You may play twelve (12) matches against a single opponent, on each platform, each day. You may play these twelve (12) matches on an unlimited number of supported platforms.
** Example: You may play Person B in 12 games of Jedi Academy, 6 of Starcraft II, 8 SWTOR Duels (Open Level), and 5 SWTOR Duels (Level 15 Bracket) before either you or Person B call it quits for the day.
* '''Team and Free For All Limits:''' You may play twelve (12) team matches with the same set of people on a single platform each day.
** Note: This means, no matter what the teams are, the same set of people can only play 12 matches on a single platform. If one new player joins the set of people playing or the group changes platforms you can play another 12 matches.


a. As per Section 1.03 of the Covenant of the Dark Jedi Brotherhood, the Fist reserves the right to amend the Rites of Combat.


=== Challenges ===
b. All amendments to the Rites of Combat will be reviewed by the Justicar prior to implementation.
* You cannot refuse a match challenge from one member in favor of playing a match against another member for any reason.
* Members aren't expected to game at all times. If a member is not playing or planning to play anyone when you request a match, they are NOT match dodging.
** Example: If Player A receives a challenge from Player B for a match of JA, Player A is not obligated to accept the challenge unless Player A is actively gaming and has played matches on JA in the past day.
* If players cannot agree on match settings, the participants will each get their choice of one game in their style. All match details must be agreed upon before the match begins.


c. All amendments must be reported to the Membership upon enactment.


===  Forfeiting Matches ===
== Article 2: Setting Up Matches ==
* If your opponent has to leave a match early for '''real life''' reasons and won’t be around on Telegram afterwards, the current match may not be reported as a forfeited win unless it is deemed "acceptably played out" by the Fist or competition organizer..
** A match that has been played out to one point of a regular win (match point), for example, will most likely be counted as a win. A match that has just begun will most likely be discarded. This is at the discretion of the Fist or competition organizer.
* If your opponent has either disconnected from the match, timed out, or been crashed off the server due to ping or synchronization problems, the outcome of the match will be decided by the Fist or competition organizer t after taking into consideration the status of all players and existing points.


=== Section 2.1 - DB Gaming Channel ===


=== Same Household Gaming ===
a. To participate in Brotherhood Gaming for  [[Vendetta|Vendettas]], and Tournaments members must be present in the DB Gaming Matchmaking Channel on Discord.
* If members are living with other members in the same household or have family members (as in real life family members) in the Dark Jedi Brotherhood, those members must stay in the [https://telegram.me/joinchat/BWyRrkBRFJkuL_2fGZuS1g|DJB Gaming Channel] so that other members may play them as well.
** During competitions, outcomes can be significantly skewed if members of the same household/family only play amongst themselves instead of with other members in the [https://telegram.me/joinchat/BWyRrkBRFJkuL_2fGZuS1g|DJB Gaming Channel].  If this occurs, the Fist will talk to the members in question and remind them of this section of the ROC policy. If the behavior doesn't change, the Fist has the authority to delete matches.


b. For PvE and PvP outside of a vendetta, presence in DB Gaming Matchmaking is strongly encouraged but not mandatory.


== ROC during Vendettas and other Major Events ==
=== Section 2.2 - Setting up Gaming Matches and Events ===
The Rites of Combat are still enforced, along with additional requirements, during Vendettas and other major event competitions.  Each Vendetta is unique and may have additional changes to the rules, beyond what is listed here.  These details will be listed with the information for each Gaming Competition, so be sure to refer to those rules and guidelines as well.  Vendetta/Major Event Rule changes are:


a. During [[Vendetta|Vendettas]] and DB Wide Gaming Tournaments members must use the “party create” functions on Discord unless specific competition rules say otherwise.


b. For normal gaming outside of a competitive event, members are permitted to set up matches and events in any way they choose. 


c. Members may play as many games per day as they wish, with the understanding that Clusters of Earth and Fire are managed using a Daily/Weekly cap function.  For all Star Wars Games, there is a maximum of 50 Clusters of Fire for PvP modes and 50 Clusters of Fire for PvE modes per day, for a maximum of 350 CFs and 350 CEs per game per week.  For non Star Wars games, there is a maximum of 30 Clusters of Fire for PvP Modes and 30 Clusters of Earth for PvE modes, for a maximum of 210 Clusters of Fire and 210 Clusters of Earth per game per week.


=== Changes to Challenges ===
d. During a Great Jedi War or Rite of Supremacy, members will follow all competition specific rules for each competition. If competitions do not have specified rules, members will follow the guidelines in Section 2.2(a) of the Rites of Combat.
If a member challenges you to a match on a platform that you have played during the '''Vendetta''', you are required to play them. If you have not played the platform during the '''Vendetta''', then you may decline.
* Note that this is different than normal ROC, which only requires you to accept challenges on platforms played in the last day.
**Example:  Person A challenges Person B to a game of JA.  Person B does not own JA.  Person B is not obligated to accept the challenge and is not match dodging.


=== Section 2.3 - Setting Up During Clan Feuds and Cooperative Events ===


=== Unit Based Restrictions ===
a. The Rites of Combat are still enforced, along with additional requirements, during Clan Feuds and Cooperative events.  Each of these events is unique and may have additional changes to the rules, beyond what is listed here. These details will be listed with the information for each Gaming Competition, so be sure to refer to those rules and guidelines as well.
* Free-For-All (FFA) matches may only have one member from each unit. More than one member from a single unit will cause that match to be deleted.
** Example: One player from Arcona, one from Naga Sadow, and one from Plagueis is an acceptable  FFA.
* A member can not game against members from their same unit during a Vendetta.


b. In a joint or vs. event between two (or more) clans, all gaming participants must use the “party create” functions on Discord unless specific competition rules say otherwise.


== ROC during Clan Feuds and Cooperative Events ==
== Article 3 - Rules by Game Type ==
The Rites of Combat are still enforced, along with additional requirements, during Clan Feuds and Cooperative events.  Each of these events is unique and may have additional changes to the rules, beyond what is listed here.  These details will be listed with the information for each Gaming Competition, so be sure to refer to those rules and guidelines as well.  Feud and Cooperative Event changes are:


===PvO/PvE Gaming during a Feud or Cooperative Event===
=== Section 3.1 - 1v1 PvP Rules ===
In a joint or vs. event between two (or more) clans, all gaming submissions must contain at least one player from the opposing unit(s).


In the event that a member on an opposing Clan/Team does not own a game, the group will play a game that is available to all members that wish to be part of the submission.
a. Each 1v1 match will be played until one player reaches three (3) points, or best out of five (5). Exceptions to this rule are listed in [[Supported Games]].


b. In combat based PvP, members may not kill their opponent as soon as they respawn.


=== Section 3.2 - Team PvP Rules ===


== General Rules by Game Type ==
a. Team Matches with less than six (6) players are played until one team reaches 20 points.


b. Members may choose to raise the points required to win a match of either size if they desire. This should be agreed upon in the DB Gaming Matchmaking Channel on Discord.


=== 1v1 Duels, Team Matches, and Capture the Flag ===
=== Section 3.3 - FFA Rules ===
* Each 1v1 matches will be played until one player reaches three (3) points, or best out of five (5)
* Use of @DJBFistBot on [https://telegram.me/joinchat/BWyRrkBRFJkuL_2fGZuS1g|DJB Gaming Channel] is required to set up matches
* You may not kill your opponent as soon as they respawn.
* Team Matches
** Team Matches with less than six (6) players are played until one team reaches 20 points.
** Team Matches with seven (7) or more players are played until one team reaches 40 points.
*** Note:  Members may choose to raise the points required to win a match of either size if they desire. This should be agreed upon in the [https://telegram.me/joinchat/BWyRrkBRFJkuL_2fGZuS1g|DJB Gaming Channel] prior to match start.
* Capture the Flag matches are played until one team has made 5 captures.
** Members may choose to raise the captures required to win a match if they desire.  This should be agreed upon in the [https://telegram.me/joinchat/BWyRrkBRFJkuL_2fGZuS1g|DJB Gaming Channel] prior to match start.


a. FFA matches may include up to 10 people.


=== Free-For-All (FFA) ===
b. FFA matches are played until one participant reaches twenty (20) points.
* FFA matches may include up to 10 people and are played until one participant reaches twenty-five (25) points
** The one exemption from this rule is Jedi Academy, where matches will be played up to fifteen (15) points for matches with three to six (3-6) people. Matches with seven (7) members and more will be up to twenty-five (25) points.
* Use of the [https://telegram.me/joinchat/BWyRrkBRFJkuL_2fGZuS1g|DJB Gaming Channel] telegram group is required to set up matches
* Clusters of Fire are awarded to multiple individuals based on placement, in a 10 person FFA match up through 7th Place is awarded additional CFs.  Ensure that you log everyone’s placement after each match for later reporting.
* Agree on a map with your opponents prior to the start of the game.  Smaller maps are recommended, but not required.
* You may not kill your opponent as soon as they respawn.
* JA Specific:  You may only use a single power weapon at a time.
* You may use health items to heal at any time during the game.


c. Agree on a map with your opponents prior to the start of the game.  Smaller maps are recommended, but not required.


=== Matchmaking ===
d. Members may not kill their opponent as soon as they respawn.
Matchmaking is when members of the DJB join together in a multiplayer match where they play as a team against other players who are not part of the DJB.
* Minimum of 2 members from the DJB in a match,
** Members should if at all possible have DJB in their tag or something similar to their DJB Name so that they are recognizable.  At a  minimum, Gamertag, PSN ID, or Steam Handle must be listed on the member’s dossier.  In the event that a member who is part of a gaming submission does not have their ID listed on their dossier, a member of the Fist staff will remand the activity and allow the member time to add their information to the site.  Failure to add the information to the site will result in those submitted matches/games being declined.


e. JA Specific:  You may only use a single power weapon at a time.


* Use of the DB Gaming telegram channel is required to set up matches
f. You may use health items to heal at any time during the game.
* Matchmaking may be played on any approved and vetted Gaming Platform
* When playing online, remember you represent the Brotherhood.  Avoid spawn camping, spawn killing, derogatory language and play respectably.


=== Section 3.4 - PvE Rules ===


== Rules by Gaming Platform ==
a. Player versus Player(PvP) is defined as when members of the DJB team up in a multiplayer match against other players who are not in the DJB, or against other members of the DJB.
Each individual platform may have specific rules for its use within the Dark Jedi Brotherhood. Rather than list each platform's rules within the Rites of Combat they have been broken out to two separate wiki pages in order to keep the Rites more organized.  It should be noted by members that all rules for specific platforms are considered to be a part of the Rites of Combat and should be followed.  Be sure to reference these rules for platforms which you are going to play.


b. Player versus Environment (PvE) is defined as when members of the DJB team up against AI controlled enemies.


=== Supported Platforms ===
c. There must be a minimum of two (2) DJB members in order to qualify for clusters of fire or earthSingle player submissions are not allowed and will be immediately rejected.
[[Supported Games]] are those which are currently popular with the Dark Jedi Brotherhood at large, and played on a regular basis either during competitions or just for fun. Supported Games will be selected through a comprehensive review process that determines a game's overall interest, feasibility of support, and necessity for the clubAll supported games are useable during Vendettas and Great Jedi Wars.


The current [[Supported Games]] are as follows:
=== Section 3.5 - Gaming Platform Rules ===
* Battlefront (Pre 2015) Series
* Battlefront (2015 release)
* Destiny
* Diablo 3
* Star Wars: Empire at War
* Gears of War
* Heroes of the Storm
* Jedi Knight Series (Jedi Knight & Jedi Outcast)
* Jedi Knight Series (Jedi Academy)
* Overwatch
* Star Wars The Old Republic MMO
* Titanfall 2
* Star Wars: Force Arena (Moble)
* Star Wars: Rebellion/Supremacy
* Star Wars: Republic Commando
* Star Conflict
* Star Craft 2
* Star Wars: X-Wing Series


Each individual platform may have specific rules for its use within the Dark Jedi Brotherhood. A full list of these rules can be found in the list of [[Supported Games]]. All rules for specific platforms are considered to be a part of the Rites of Combat and must be followed.


== ROC Infractions ==
== Article 4 - Reporting ==
Section 1.03 of the [[Covenant]] permits the Fist to create the Rites of Combat as a policy that governs all gaming conduct. Under Section 7.07 of the [[Covenant]] members are required to abide by Brotherhood policies. Any violations of the Rites of Combat are subject to action by the Fist and/or prosecution by the [[Chamber of Justice]].


=== Section 4.4 - PvE / PvP Reporting ===


The Fist is the first person to investigate possible violations of the ROC. The Fist has the authority under the [[Covenant]] to administer the following punishments for violations of the ROC: (a) written warning; (b) disqualification from an event; (c) a gaming ban for up to one month; and (d) loss of progress towards awards related to gaming. These punishments are independent of any action that may be taken by the Chamber of Justice. Under Section 7.07(g) of the [[Covenant]], any punishments administered by the Fist are subject to a review by the Justicar or Appeals Panel if requested by the affected member.
a. Use the Submit Gaming Scores page, accessible from a member’s admin page, to report final scores.


b. Ensure the correct competition is selected for each participant as necessary.


=== Filing Complaints ===
c. Double check screenshots and modifiers prior to submission to prevent delays in proper cluster awarding.
* If you suspect the person you are playing against is cheating or breaking the rules, use a in-game video program (such as Xfire or Fraps), to create a video of the suspected cheating.
* Send any accusations to the Fist privately. The Fist will judge them on a case by case basis.
* If there is someone verbally abusing another person, get a screenshot or video of the offense and present it to the [[Fist of the Brotherhood|Fist]] . They have the authority to act on the evidence provided to solve the situation. This goes for the [https://telegram.me/joinchat/BWyRrkBRFJkuL_2fGZuS1g|DJB Gaming Channel] channel as well.


d. All screenshots must be submitted to the website within 48 hours of the match conclusion, or 24 hours during a Vendetta or Clan Feud/Co-op. Late submissions will be declined.


=== Match Dodging ===
== Article 5 - Rites of Combat Infractions ==
The main infraction known to many gamers is match dodging. Although not a major crime, it does make gaming difficult and can also change the outcomes of a competition.


=== Section 5.1 - Authority ===


When someone only plays PVP matches with certain people or says that they will play a PVP match with another member and then does not play them, they have committed match dodging. Although match dodging is a rare occurrence during regular gaming, it does come up during Vendettas and other major competitions where losing a match has a more negative consequence.
a. The Fist has the authority under the [[Covenant]] to investigate RoC Infractions and mete out punishment for violations of the ROC.


b. The Fist is the first person to investigate possible violations of the ROC.


In order to prevent match dodging, ensure you follow the ROC rules for Challenges listed above. Talk to your opponents and make sure that they know what you are doing. If you are playing with someone currently, tell any challengers who you are currently in a match with. Blocking a member on Telegram does not preclude you from playing against that member: if someone you block asks you for a game and you refuse, you will be dodging that match.
c. The following are the potential violation punishments:
*Written warning
*Declining of gaming activity.
*Disqualification from an event
*A gaming ban for up to one month
*Loss of progress toward awards related to gaming.


d. These punishments are independent of any action that may be taken by the Chamber of Justice.


If match dodging occurs, inform the Fist immediately. The Fist will investigate the claim, and if needed, they have the authority to punish match dodging.
e. Under Section 7.07(g) of the [[Covenant]], any punishments administered by the Fist are subject to a review by the Justicar or Appeals Panel if requested by the affected member.


f. All Gaming Platforms are subject to enforcement by the Chamber of Justice. Other infractions that occur during gaming include, but are not limited to: 7.06(d) Cheating and Exploitation, 7.06(g) Crude Behavior, and 7.06(i) Disreputable Behavior.


Match Dodging Policy:
=== Section 5.2 - Filing Complaints ===
* Match dodge once: Warning
* Match dodge twice: Three day ban and an email to the [[Justicar]]
** If the match dodger is the winner of the PoB for that week (or month), they will not receive any title
* Match dodge three times: One month ban. The [[Justicar]] will determine any additional repercussions.
** All Clusters and PoB's that were processed during the time of the ban will be removed (or remanded if they have not been processed yet).


a. If you suspect the person you are playing against is cheating or breaking the rules, use an in-game video recording program or take screenshots to record the alleged RoC violation.


===FIST-O-Matic Policy===
b. Send any accusations to the Fist privately. The Fist will judge them on a case-by-case basis.


c. If there is someone verbally abusing another person, provide a screenshot or video of the offense and present it to the [[Fist of the Brotherhood|Fist]]. They have the authority to act on the evidence provided to resolve the situation. This extends to the DJB Gaming Matchmaking and DB Gaming Chat Channels on Discord.


* Members are not permitted to idle when signed up for matches.
=== Section 5.3 - Match Dodging ===
* Members must use the /leave command if they are planning on not playing any more matches.
* Repeated confirmation failures will result in the following:
** First time: The member will be contacted by a member of the FIST Office through Telegram PM or email on the requirements for Fist-o-Matic utilization.
** Second time: A warning via email will be sent to the member informing them of the violation.
** Third Time: A warning via email will be sent to the member and their summit informing them of the violation.
** Fourth time: The member will receive a one-week PvP gaming ban for constant violation to this rule.


a. Match Dodging occurs when a member who is actively gaming in an environment where use of the “party create” functions on Discord are mandatory intentionally avoids or excludes another member or group of members from play. Examples of match dodging include but are not limited to: abruptly ending a party when a certain member joins, leaving a party when a certain member joins, and creating a new party for the same game/mode of another active party with ample open slots.


=== Falsifying Matches ===
b. Exceptions to the match dodging rule can be granted by the Fist and Justicar for special circumstances such as an ongoing Chamber of Justice mediation. Such exceptions will be issued in writing by the Justicar for particular members and kept on file with the Chamber of Justice.
This is also a major infraction in gaming, where a member tries to forge matches with someone else, and report them for personal gain of [[Cluster of Fire|Clusters of Fire]] , [[Cluster of Earth|Clusters of Earth]], and/or to rank up in the [[GMRG]]. The Fist will inform the Justicar of the situation and the member will be charged by the CoJ for cheating.


=== Section 5.4 - Dbb0t and DB Gaming Matchmaking System ===


=== Unsportsmanlike Conduct ===
a. Members are not permitted to excessively idle when creating or joining parties in the #gaming-matchmaking discord channel. Members who join parties should be added to in-game groups within a reasonable amount of time. Members who create parties should start gaming within a reasonable amount of time after the first person joins the party.


b. Party owners must use the /disband party function when their group is done playing.


While rare in gaming, unsportsmanlike conduct does occur from time to time. Interpretation is at the Fist’s discretion. If a member is acting in an unsportsmanlike manner do not follow in suit with them, remain polite and send screenshots of the conversation to the Fist. The following are examples of actions classified as unsportsmanlike conduct, this is not a comprehensive list.
c. Members must use the /leave command if they are planning on not playing any more matches.


=== Section 5.5 - Falsifying Matches ===


* Cursing at another member (not including cursing in general conversation, which should still be avoided)
a. Falsifying Matches is defined as a member tries to report matches that have not been played for personal gain of [[Cluster of Fire|Clusters of Fire]], [[Cluster of Earth|Clusters of Earth]], to rank up in the [[GMRG]], earn wins in a competition, or earn a higher place on the GMRG Leaderboard.
* Demeaning talk to another member.
* Talking negatively about a member in public to third parties.
* Stereotyped accusations towards a unit levied against a person.
* Publicly berating through unfounded accusations (i.e. if a member already played the required matches - "play more games with me or I'll brand you as a Match Dodging").
* Excessive gloating over a match.


b. The Fist will remand the member(s) in question to the Chamber of Justice for investigation.


If you feel the need to drop out of a current match because of such conduct, notify the Fist immediately about the matches that will be reported and the reasons why you felt you needed to drop out of the match.
=== Section 5.6 - Unsportsmanlike Conduct ===


a. Interpretation of Unsportsmanlike Conduct is at the discretion of the Fist.


These transgressions are taken seriously by the Fist and Justicar. Unsportsmanlike conduct will result in an initial warning, and may be followed by a ban if it continues. Please note that warnings may carry over from event to event; that is, you are not entitled to multiple warnings simply because you are gaming in a different competition or Vendetta. If the actions continue after a gaming ban issued by the Fist, the Chamber of Justice may seek further action.
b. If a member is acting in an unsportsmanlike manner do not follow in suit with them, remain polite and send screenshots or audio/video recordings of the conversation to the Fist.


c. The following are examples of actions classified as unsportsmanlike conduct, this is not an exhaustive list:


As a final note, while unsportsmanlike conduct is prohibited, this policy is not meant to encourage members to report minor infractions. In other words, someone being a sore loser (or winner) is not the same as being unsportsmanlike, and healthy competitive language is not penalized.
*Cursing at another member (not including cursing in general conversation, which should still be avoided)
*Demeaning talk to another member.
*Talking negatively about a member in public to third parties.
*Clan/House stereotypes being levied against a person.
*Excessive gloating over a match.


d. Unsportsmanlike conduct will result in an initial warning, and may be followed by a ban if it continues.


=== Gaming Ban Definition and Enforcement ===
e. Please note that warnings may carry over from event to event; members are not entitled to multiple warnings simply because you are gaming in a different competition or Vendetta.
This section was added to clarify the effect a Gaming Ban has on Member vs Member PVP Gaming and Co-Op (or PVE/PVO) Gaming.


f. If a member feels the need to drop out of a current match because of such conduct, they should notify the Fist immediately about the matches that will be reported and the reasons why you felt you needed to drop out of the match.


* PVP Gaming (i.e. Club Member Duels) - No PVP Gaming will be permitted for the duration of the Gaming Ban.
g. If the actions continue after a gaming ban issued by the Fist, the Chamber of Justice may seek further action.
* PVE/PVO Gaming - No CFs or CEs will be earned for the duration of the Gaming Ban.  The member who has been banned will not count as a second member for others to earn Clusters with when grouped.  Examples follow:
** PVE:  Knight Joe is banned.  Knight Joe and Hunter Tom complete a TOR Flashpoint.  Neither of them can earn CFs or CEs from this activity.
** PVO:  Knight Joe is banned.  Knight Joe, Hunter Tom, and Adept Slick complete a TOR Warzone.  Hunter Tom and Adept Slick will earn CFs or CEs from this activity.
** PVP: Knight Joe is banned.  Knight Joe and Hunter Tom play a private match in Destiny.  Neither of them earn CFs or CEs from this activity.


h. Although unsportsmanlike conduct is prohibited, this policy is not meant to encourage members to report minor infractions. Someone being a sore loser (or winner) is not the same as being unsportsmanlike, and healthy competitive language is not penalized.


=== Section 5.7 - Gaming Bans ===


a. PVE/PVP Gaming - No CFs or CEs will be earned for the duration of the Gaming Ban.  The member who has been banned will not count as a second member for others to earn Clusters with when grouped.


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Latest revision as of 14:28, 29 March 2024

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Fist Competition Approval Guide
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The Rites of Combat (ROC) are the standard gaming rules for all official Brotherhood gaming activities, to include normal gaming, Tournaments and Vendetta’s. All members should familiarize themselves with the general gaming rules, as well as the rules for their platform(s) of choice.


The goal of the ROC is to provide a sense of fair play and consistency in how multiplayer competitions operate. Violations of these Rites falls under the jurisdiction of both the Chamber of Justice and the Fist.


If you encounter a member who isn’t following the rules or displays questionable behavior while competing in a multiplayer platform, direct them towards the Rites of Combat. It is also good practice for leaders to point new members to the ROC when they first join a Clan and/or House.


All competitions will follow the rules outlined under the Rites of Combat unless the person(s) running the competition specifically state otherwise in the details of an approved competition. Any alterations to rules or guidelines must be made clear prior to the start of any such competition and enforced consistently throughout the entirety of the event. Any changes made during the course of a competition must be transparently made available to all participating members.


This page is the main page for the Rites of Combat. For a list of supported games please go to the following link:


Article 1 - Rites of Combat

Section 1.1 - Purpose

The Rites of Combat (ROC) are the standard gaming rules for all official Brotherhood gaming activities, competitions, Tournaments, and Vendettas. The goal of the ROC is to provide a sense of fair play and consistency in how multiplayer competitions operate.

Section 1.2 - Application

a. Gaming competitions will follow the rules outlined under the Rites of Combat.

b. Competition organizers may alter rules and guidelines for specific competitions with express approval of the Fist.

c. Any alterations to rules or guidelines must be made clear prior to the start of any such competition and enforced consistently throughout the entirety of the event.

d. Any changes made during the course of a competition must be transparently made available to all participating members, including having them part of the publicly available competition details.

Section 1.3 - Jurisdiction

Violations of these Rites falls under the jurisdiction of both the Chamber of Justice and Fist of the Brotherhood. Under Section 7.07 of the Covenant members are required to abide by Brotherhood policies.

Section 1.4 - Amendment

a. As per Section 1.03 of the Covenant of the Dark Jedi Brotherhood, the Fist reserves the right to amend the Rites of Combat.

b. All amendments to the Rites of Combat will be reviewed by the Justicar prior to implementation.

c. All amendments must be reported to the Membership upon enactment.

Article 2: Setting Up Matches

Section 2.1 - DB Gaming Channel

a. To participate in Brotherhood Gaming for Vendettas, and Tournaments members must be present in the DB Gaming Matchmaking Channel on Discord.

b. For PvE and PvP outside of a vendetta, presence in DB Gaming Matchmaking is strongly encouraged but not mandatory.

Section 2.2 - Setting up Gaming Matches and Events

a. During Vendettas and DB Wide Gaming Tournaments members must use the “party create” functions on Discord unless specific competition rules say otherwise.

b. For normal gaming outside of a competitive event, members are permitted to set up matches and events in any way they choose.

c. Members may play as many games per day as they wish, with the understanding that Clusters of Earth and Fire are managed using a Daily/Weekly cap function. For all Star Wars Games, there is a maximum of 50 Clusters of Fire for PvP modes and 50 Clusters of Fire for PvE modes per day, for a maximum of 350 CFs and 350 CEs per game per week. For non Star Wars games, there is a maximum of 30 Clusters of Fire for PvP Modes and 30 Clusters of Earth for PvE modes, for a maximum of 210 Clusters of Fire and 210 Clusters of Earth per game per week.

d. During a Great Jedi War or Rite of Supremacy, members will follow all competition specific rules for each competition. If competitions do not have specified rules, members will follow the guidelines in Section 2.2(a) of the Rites of Combat.

Section 2.3 - Setting Up During Clan Feuds and Cooperative Events

a. The Rites of Combat are still enforced, along with additional requirements, during Clan Feuds and Cooperative events. Each of these events is unique and may have additional changes to the rules, beyond what is listed here. These details will be listed with the information for each Gaming Competition, so be sure to refer to those rules and guidelines as well.

b. In a joint or vs. event between two (or more) clans, all gaming participants must use the “party create” functions on Discord unless specific competition rules say otherwise.

Article 3 - Rules by Game Type

Section 3.1 - 1v1 PvP Rules

a. Each 1v1 match will be played until one player reaches three (3) points, or best out of five (5). Exceptions to this rule are listed in Supported Games.

b. In combat based PvP, members may not kill their opponent as soon as they respawn.

Section 3.2 - Team PvP Rules

a. Team Matches with less than six (6) players are played until one team reaches 20 points.

b. Members may choose to raise the points required to win a match of either size if they desire. This should be agreed upon in the DB Gaming Matchmaking Channel on Discord.

Section 3.3 - FFA Rules

a. FFA matches may include up to 10 people.

b. FFA matches are played until one participant reaches twenty (20) points.

c. Agree on a map with your opponents prior to the start of the game. Smaller maps are recommended, but not required.

d. Members may not kill their opponent as soon as they respawn.

e. JA Specific: You may only use a single power weapon at a time.

f. You may use health items to heal at any time during the game.

Section 3.4 - PvE Rules

a. Player versus Player(PvP) is defined as when members of the DJB team up in a multiplayer match against other players who are not in the DJB, or against other members of the DJB.

b. Player versus Environment (PvE) is defined as when members of the DJB team up against AI controlled enemies.

c. There must be a minimum of two (2) DJB members in order to qualify for clusters of fire or earth. Single player submissions are not allowed and will be immediately rejected.

Section 3.5 - Gaming Platform Rules

Each individual platform may have specific rules for its use within the Dark Jedi Brotherhood. A full list of these rules can be found in the list of Supported Games. All rules for specific platforms are considered to be a part of the Rites of Combat and must be followed.

Article 4 - Reporting

Section 4.4 - PvE / PvP Reporting

a. Use the Submit Gaming Scores page, accessible from a member’s admin page, to report final scores.

b. Ensure the correct competition is selected for each participant as necessary.

c. Double check screenshots and modifiers prior to submission to prevent delays in proper cluster awarding.

d. All screenshots must be submitted to the website within 48 hours of the match conclusion, or 24 hours during a Vendetta or Clan Feud/Co-op. Late submissions will be declined.

Article 5 - Rites of Combat Infractions

Section 5.1 - Authority

a. The Fist has the authority under the Covenant to investigate RoC Infractions and mete out punishment for violations of the ROC.

b. The Fist is the first person to investigate possible violations of the ROC.

c. The following are the potential violation punishments:

  • Written warning
  • Declining of gaming activity.
  • Disqualification from an event
  • A gaming ban for up to one month
  • Loss of progress toward awards related to gaming.

d. These punishments are independent of any action that may be taken by the Chamber of Justice.

e. Under Section 7.07(g) of the Covenant, any punishments administered by the Fist are subject to a review by the Justicar or Appeals Panel if requested by the affected member.

f. All Gaming Platforms are subject to enforcement by the Chamber of Justice. Other infractions that occur during gaming include, but are not limited to: 7.06(d) Cheating and Exploitation, 7.06(g) Crude Behavior, and 7.06(i) Disreputable Behavior.

Section 5.2 - Filing Complaints

a. If you suspect the person you are playing against is cheating or breaking the rules, use an in-game video recording program or take screenshots to record the alleged RoC violation.

b. Send any accusations to the Fist privately. The Fist will judge them on a case-by-case basis.

c. If there is someone verbally abusing another person, provide a screenshot or video of the offense and present it to the Fist. They have the authority to act on the evidence provided to resolve the situation. This extends to the DJB Gaming Matchmaking and DB Gaming Chat Channels on Discord.

Section 5.3 - Match Dodging

a. Match Dodging occurs when a member who is actively gaming in an environment where use of the “party create” functions on Discord are mandatory intentionally avoids or excludes another member or group of members from play. Examples of match dodging include but are not limited to: abruptly ending a party when a certain member joins, leaving a party when a certain member joins, and creating a new party for the same game/mode of another active party with ample open slots.

b. Exceptions to the match dodging rule can be granted by the Fist and Justicar for special circumstances such as an ongoing Chamber of Justice mediation. Such exceptions will be issued in writing by the Justicar for particular members and kept on file with the Chamber of Justice.

Section 5.4 - Dbb0t and DB Gaming Matchmaking System

a. Members are not permitted to excessively idle when creating or joining parties in the #gaming-matchmaking discord channel. Members who join parties should be added to in-game groups within a reasonable amount of time. Members who create parties should start gaming within a reasonable amount of time after the first person joins the party.

b. Party owners must use the /disband party function when their group is done playing.

c. Members must use the /leave command if they are planning on not playing any more matches.

Section 5.5 - Falsifying Matches

a. Falsifying Matches is defined as a member tries to report matches that have not been played for personal gain of Clusters of Fire, Clusters of Earth, to rank up in the GMRG, earn wins in a competition, or earn a higher place on the GMRG Leaderboard.

b. The Fist will remand the member(s) in question to the Chamber of Justice for investigation.

Section 5.6 - Unsportsmanlike Conduct

a. Interpretation of Unsportsmanlike Conduct is at the discretion of the Fist.

b. If a member is acting in an unsportsmanlike manner do not follow in suit with them, remain polite and send screenshots or audio/video recordings of the conversation to the Fist.

c. The following are examples of actions classified as unsportsmanlike conduct, this is not an exhaustive list:

  • Cursing at another member (not including cursing in general conversation, which should still be avoided)
  • Demeaning talk to another member.
  • Talking negatively about a member in public to third parties.
  • Clan/House stereotypes being levied against a person.
  • Excessive gloating over a match.

d. Unsportsmanlike conduct will result in an initial warning, and may be followed by a ban if it continues.

e. Please note that warnings may carry over from event to event; members are not entitled to multiple warnings simply because you are gaming in a different competition or Vendetta.

f. If a member feels the need to drop out of a current match because of such conduct, they should notify the Fist immediately about the matches that will be reported and the reasons why you felt you needed to drop out of the match.

g. If the actions continue after a gaming ban issued by the Fist, the Chamber of Justice may seek further action.

h. Although unsportsmanlike conduct is prohibited, this policy is not meant to encourage members to report minor infractions. Someone being a sore loser (or winner) is not the same as being unsportsmanlike, and healthy competitive language is not penalized.

Section 5.7 - Gaming Bans

a. PVE/PVP Gaming - No CFs or CEs will be earned for the duration of the Gaming Ban. The member who has been banned will not count as a second member for others to earn Clusters with when grouped.