The Rules
Better read' em unless your trying to get banned ;)

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Posting and you
Spamming
First of all let me just tell you what spamming is. Spamming is where a user posts pointless, stupid or just excessively in order to gain something such as a rank, points or anything like that. Spamming can also be where a user posts meaningful thoughts and opinions but tags on a bunch of crap like "!!!!!!!!!!" or ":):D:o". Also posts that have something to do with the post but not what the thread starter was asking about is also considered spam.

Spamming of any kind will NOT be tolerated and you will receive an instant warning the first time. Second and third will be a week ban and perma ban! Don't do it!
Advertising
As of now Lockoutgaming will NOT allow the posting of adverts or links to other gaming related sites, period. If you are interested in affiliating or advertising on or with LG, see the appropriate sticky. Use of links in signatures are allowed but if it is to distracting or is obvious that posting on this site is only for the purpose of advertising it will be removed: as goes with links in posts. Second and third time you will get a week ban and then perma banned!

Flaming and profanity
Flaming is always a touchy subject. No one person can take away your right to free speech but when you are directly insulting someone it will NOT be tolerated! The use of "off-color" language is allowed to a limit but is NOT when directed toward someone whether is be a joke or not. The use of Vulgar, hurtful or otherwise profane language is not allowed! If it is obvious that a user dislikes another user and is attempting to bash or dismantle that person's post or topic they will get a temp ban. It is ultimately up to the moderator to decide a punishment that best fits the severity of the act.

Modding & cheating
Discussions of cheating are not allowed, period! There is always flaming to be brought on with this because most people feel strongly about the subject. Recreation modding is acceptable but if it even begins to lead into any form of cheating the thread will be locked!

Bumping
What is bumping you ask? Bumping is replying to a topic that is old and obviously dead. Sticky topics do not apply. Topics within the first page list do not apply either and are not considered "bumping". The first time you bump you will be warned, repeated bumping will result a temp ban.

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Expression and you
Signatures
You are allowed 4 images to post in your signature. Editing an image to include 2 sigs is not allowed. Posting links to illegal or pornographic sites is not allowed. Distracting or disruption of layout structure in signature code is not allowed. Just post a couple sigs and maybe a userbar and you will be fine. Failure to abide by these simple rules will result in you losing your ability to have a signature.

Avatars
Well this one is pretty straight forward, keep them clean and not to flashy or distracting. Sense avatars will automatically be resized there is no issue with size. If you decide to break this simple, simple rule you will not be able to display an avatar, period.

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This goes without saying but if you post or link to any type of nudity you will be instantly banned!

~Happy posting~