[DONE] Application to join TOG - WAR - Karag Dron Server;"Thechopper"

[Thechopper]

*Hey. Im Srdjan from serbia. I am 30 years old(3.9.1978.D.M.Y)
Im playing Warhammer online age of reconing on Karak-Dron server and would like to join "ToG of WAR" guild. I contacted "Mogwai" in game and he told me that I can participate like this.

*The Older Gamers Code of Conduct (the Code)
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The Older Gamers do not endorse actions that contravene your respective games End User License Agreement (EULA) and rules.

You will not cheat, exploit game 'bugs' or utilise any other methods which, when employed by you, will provide an unfair advantage to you or any other player.

You will not be abusive, threatening or insulting toward other member or members of The Older Gamers, or members of the broader gaming community.

You will respect everyone's level of skill and commitment and recognise that not everyone has the same levels of skill, nor should it be expected.

You will behave in a respectful manner toward all people in all our communications mediums including but not limited to TOG forums, voice communications and in game.

You will uphold the spirit of our code of conduct in all your gaming pursuits. This spirit is founded on a sense of decency, fair play and respect of all gamers. -I Agree to The Older Gamers Code of Conduct

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The Older Gamers Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)
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Notices:
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Information:
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*Forum & Server Guidelines
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Forum Behaviour and Definitions

Spam.
Repetitive posts.
Posts with no point, subject matter.
No-one enjoys spam email & we don't enjoy spam posts on the TOG forums. Please refrain form posting spam.

Advertising.
Any advertising for companies, products or other non-TOG gaming communities including "Clans", or "Guilds" without Admin permission will be immediately deleted.

Redundant posts.
As a courtesy to others before beginning a new thread, please look to see if an active thread on that topic has already been established. If so, place your comments there instead. Multiple threads on the same subject clutter up the forum needlessly and many good ideas may be lost. Keep discussions about one topic to one thread only. Moderators should provide link to other thread when locking.

Thread Hijacking.
Is when a post is taken off topic by a person or group of other posters. This is disrespectful & rude to the person who made the original post. We understand that posts can go off on a tangent, but should be brought back on topic. Please keep this to a minimum.

Immediate Locking and/or deleting of these kinds of posts.
The posting of pornography; discriminatory remarks which are sexually explicit, harmful, threatening, abusive, defamatory, obscene, hateful, racially or ethnically offensive; excessive obscene or vulgar language; posts which discuss or illustrate illegal activity; providing links to sites that contain any of the aforementioned.

Trolling is prohibited.
Trolling is the word used to describe a post that is deliberately designed for the purpose of angering and insulting the members of the forum community. Posts of this nature are disruptive and do not convey a friendly attitude.

Personal attacks are prohibited.
Commonly known as flaming, personal attacks are posts which are designed to personally berate or insult another. Text of this nature is not beneficial to the community spirit.

Post constructively.
Alternative views often described as "Negative feedback" can be very useful, provided that it is presented in a civil, factual manner. Tell us what you don't like and why and how you feel it could be improved. Posts that are insulting and rude may be locked/deleted, no matter how valid the ideas behind them may be.

Disruptive or Counterproductive Posts.
As above, constructive criticism is welcomed, but any member deemed to be overly disruptive, abusive, or counter productive can be removed from a division or TOG as a whole on a case by case basis & at the discretion of TOG administration.

Warnings, locked & deleted threads.
If a moderator locks or deletes a thread, they will leave a brief message as to the reason. The poster has the right to send a Private Message the Mod or Admin in regards to the said thread being deleted or locked.

Such matters shall remain private between the Moderator and the user. Questions or comments concerning warnings, locked threads and possible bans will be conveyed through private messaging, please.

Attacks & Disrespect for Admins & Moderators.
This will not be tolerated. The admins & moderators are all volunteers, they do not get paid, they give their time & effort freely & are chosen for their ability to be look at all things in a fair & just manner.
Attacks against a moderator or admin may result in expulsion from TOG.

Public threads by the poster complaining about specific actions taken against them by forum moderators or administrators will be deleted.

Please also see Disciplinary Procedures.


Game & Communications Servers

The following is provided to augment the TOG Code of Conduct. Please read both documents carefully.

Behaviour
You will behave as you yourself would wish to be treated. You will not abuse, slander other members or non-members. TOG has a good reputation within the wider gaming community & this is to be upheld by all our members. We take this very seriously & breaches will be dealt with possible expulsion from TOG.

Swearing
Refrain from repeated swearing. Most servers TOG & non-TOG severs do have filters, or server admins that will kick you off the server for repeated swearing. When using voice communication software, please be aware that some members may be running it output through speakers & have young children present.

Using Cheats or Hacks
One simple rule. Do not use a cheat or hack. If you are caught you will be be immediately banned from TOG. See also Disciplinary Procedures. -I Agree with Forum & Server Guidelines.

*Frequently Asked Questions
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Who are, or what is, The Older Gamers?
The Older Gamers are members of a community for people that still enjoy playing computer games, but are in a bit of an older age bracket than the 'stereotypical' gamer. TOG is for gamers who don't go out boozing every weekend, who have have partners, and families. TOG is for busy workers who need to de-stress from their busy jobs and for people who have retired and find themselves with plenty of time to indulge a hobby of online gaming.

TOG is for gamers whose memories might go back to playing Pacman on an Atari 2600; gamers who had as much fun playing Pitfall on the C-64 as they do playing the latest games today - although the nostalgia junkies might still be running a C-64 a simulator somewhere on their PC. A lot of us who started their gaming addiction on those machines are still around going strong on all the latest games.

TOG is for gamers who are passionate about their hobby of PC games (particularly online multiplayer games), but who want to escape or separate themselves from the abusive, disruptive and disrespectful behaviour, usually attributed to younger players, that is so often encountered when gaming online.

We have found that it is simply a lot more enjoyable to play a game of Call of Duty2, Battlefield2, Unreal Tournament 2004 etc..., to raid in World of Warcraft with people you have something in common with. Eventually these people become a new circle of online friends, so you will be playing with and against people you know. Even offline TOG members often get together for LAN events, a night at the pub for a few beers.

This is exactly what TOG is about: a friendly, vibrant community full of PC gaming addicts from around the world, who are old enough to know how to enjoy ourselves properly!

Is TOG a clan? TOG is more than a gaming clan. Our large member base is active in many more games than a typical clan might be involved in, and our focus is more on our community rather than on an individual game.

One of the great things about TOG is that anytime an interesting game comes along, you can almost guarantee there will be a host of players ready to go! For many of our games, however, we do compete (sometimes fielding multiple teams) in online competitions. In these games that have a competitive aspect about them, we are active in the exact same manner as other clans. In MMORPG games, TOG will usually form at least one Guild/Player Association/Outfit (whatever term is appropriate).

Is there a minimum age?
Yes. The minimum age is 25.

How old are you all, really?
The average age is somewhere in the early 30s, but we have had people join up the day they turn 25, and we have many players in their 40s, and some in their 50s, 60s and 70s.

How do I become a member?
If you are reading this page you are already halfway there; understanding what TOG is all about by reading this FAQ is essential. After you have the documents outlined in this thread and TOG sounds like the place for you, then register yourself on the website.

When registering please use your gaming nickname - do not use the 'TOG' prefix as part of your nickname. This name is how you will come to be known by the TOG community. The amount of information that you give out when filling in the signup fields is your choice, but we do appreciate that you fill in a location, typically City, State, Country.

Once you have registered, post an introductory post in 'The Barracks' forum, with the requirements outlined in the "READ BEFORE POSTING" thread. Apart from this, you should note that your personality is key within TOG.

We are all pretty relaxed players and although we play certain games competitively and are serious about enjoying our gaming, skill level and 'commitment to a game' are not a requirements to play with TOG. We expect all our members to be respectful of all other members (until you get to know them, then the ribbing can start!), regardless of their skill at a particular game.

Where are TOG members located?
TOG is an international community, and we have members from many different countries. As the majority of our members are Australian and American, the language used in our forums and on the website is English. TOG was initially formed in Australia.

How do you get around the time differences with an international player base?
For certain games, especially team-based FPS games, it does cause problems. Most competition matches take place in the evening of the timezone of the competition, so that often precludes players from other countries participating in those games together. Having said that, TOG does have several shift workers; often a shift worker from one timezone will end up playing more with the TOGs in another country. For MMO (Massively Multiplayer Online) games that are running 24/7, there is 'local timezone' action often all week long, but we typically try to meet each other across timezones at a mutually agreeable time on the weekends. TOG will choose a specific server at the launch of most MMO games, in order to ensure all our players can hook up together at some point.

Which games are played at TOG?
There is no limit to which games are and will be played at TOG - we play whatever games our members choose! Obviously not everyone has every game, but all our members are keen gamers and all have different likes and dislikes. You will almost certainly find someone else at TOG who has the same gaming interests that you do. Even noteworthy singleplayer games can be discussed at length in TOG.

We tend to only form a gaming division for the games that we compete in, are strong in growth or are in someway active in.

Each game that has its own division & each division will have its own "Divisional Captain" who is responsible for all the operational functions related to that game, e.g. ladder challenges, postings on public forums, recruiting, helping new players get settled, keeping the division 'vibrant', etc.

This person is being referred to as the "Division Captain" (DC) & may be assisted by a "Division Vice Captain" (DVC). If the division is a large one, there may be multiple Teams (in the case of FPS games) or Guilds (in the case of MMO games. These are headed by Squad Leaders & Guild Leaders, but the overall running & final decisions are made the the Division Captain.

If you are interested in a specific game pleased read the "Stickies" in the game forum you are interested in. These "Stickies" contain all the information you need to play the game with TOG. Certain games, especially the ones played competitively, will have requirements and administration procedures associated with them to make things run smoothly.

For a complete list of Gaming Divisions and their Captains, click here.

What if I want to play another game clan wise or casually, can I do it at TOG?
Most certainly, there are lots of other games out there that current members play. There are general forums for various game genres, where people put up announcements like "Who wants to play some Civ IV?" or "Anyone playing Silent Hunter III?"....

How do I use the forums?
They are pretty self explanatory to use, there are "Stickies" which you should have a look at, these contain important information that will help you. The forums are based on vBulletin, which is a popular forum interface. If you are using your own signatures and avatars we do ask you to not use huge images, and excessive animation. Do not use anything offensive or disturbing - if you aren't sure, check with an Administrator first! There is a size limitation on signatures and avatars, check the "Notice Board" forum when you sign up.

Are there any rules in TOG?
Yes. The Older Gamers do not endorse actions that contravene your respective games' EULA and rules. Additionally we do not endorse cheating, exploiting or utilisation of any other methods which provide an unfair advantage. TOG play by the rules. In fact, in order to become a TOG member, you must read and agree to the TOG:
Code of Conduct
Acceptable Usage Policy
Forum & Server Guidelines.
TOG has a good reputation in the wider community and we want to keep it that way! Abusing or insulting other gamers or TOG members in a game, or in forums, is not appreciated and will not be tolerated if done repeatedly.
Keep your cool; if your team member stuffs up, keep perspective and remember it's only a game.

We take our gaming seriously at TOG, but not at the expense of other members or players, not everyone has the same levels of skill and nor should it be expected. We play and compete for the fun and enjoyment of the game. We do however have teams for those who want to play with a more committed or competitive team.

We understand that real life has a habit of getting in the way, and that we use games for the fun and relaxation of it all. We all swear occasionally, and yes it happens during matches when frustrated by narrowly missing an objective. We just don't want this to become the only memory of the game.

Keep your swearing to a minimum, when using voice communication software - be aware there might be kids in the background at your team-mates house! We also expect a certain amount of 'decency' in the way that you play and conduct yourself in multiplayer games. This cannot easily be described in a set of rules, and it is not our intention to curb anyone's enjoyment of a game by requiring that they play in a certain style. We are not saying that your RPG character has to be of good alignment, for instance - but we do expect our members to 'play fair'. If, after joining TOG, you are thinking of doing something in a game that you aren't sure is within the spirit of our community, or the game, then please ask your fellow players opinions first, because your actions may reflect on all of us. Being part of a community has a great benefit and will give you a lot of enjoyment, but it also brings some responsibility. Intentionally breaching the AUP and Code of conduct regarding behaviour on servers will leave us no choice but to remove you from TOG.

We at clan XYZ want to challenge you, what do we do?
Put up a post on the main forum, or the public forum specific to the division game, and we will get things organised. For FPS games, look for "Shooting Range" forum. Alternatively you can contact the appropriate game division captain via the "Contact TOG" forum.

Who is responsible for what at TOG?
Father is the founder & overall administrator. He takes care of the behind the scenes TOG matters.

There are several other administrators and forum moderators who frequent the site and perform day to day duties & these are the people you should contact if you need assistance.

Most games that are played competitively in one way or another require some people to take some responsibilities to administer these games, they are called our Division captains. Info regarding our Admins, Moderators and Division captains can be found on the "Contact TOG" forum.

I am having Technical difficulties what do I do?
Many problems with the website relating to access are caused by cookies and temporary files, we advise to delete these files as a first try to solve your problem. Failing that, we have a Site Problem and Suggestion forum in which you can post your query. Contact an admin or moderator if you still have problems.

OK, I am a member, what's next?
The forum message boards are the most active part of TOG, and that is where most of the outside-game activity occurs. With the large amount of posts across all forums we do not expect each and every member to read each post in game forums that they are not interested in, but we do expect members to read all TOG announcement posts in the "Notice Board" forum.

If you intend to become an active member of a gaming division, you should visit the forum for that game often to stay up to date with what is happening. Feel free, of course, to visit and post in other forums that interest you. If you want to get enlisted in gaming squads/outfits/teams, contact the appropriate Division Captain yourself - these people can't come to each member separately asking them what they want to get involved in. Each game has its own "Stickies" so please use that as your first source of information. There is a set of sticky posts in the game forum that will have some useful information about how to get started and involved.

Where possible, we require that you carry the TOG tag in front of your nickname when playing online games. For certain games which have a character development cycle it might not be that easy to change your name but if you can we appreciate it! How to format this tag for each game is usually found in a 'sticky post' in the game forum. If you have important questions to ask feel free to use the PM (Private message) functionality, popping a question in the middle of a thread like "hey mister x, what do you think of this?" might not get spotted. If it's important send a PM (personal message)!

Can I contribute to TOG?
The TOG community is a service to members that is free, and will remain free. Being free does not mean there are no costs; chief amongst these is the significant cost of hosting this website, which increases regularly as the community and the website grows in size. If you want to make financial contributions they are totally voluntary and greatly appreciated.

Please click the "Sponsorship" links. Sponsors are rewarded with at least an email address (yournick@theoldergamers.com), on top of that depending on the sponsorship formula you choose you can also receive free hosting.

Every dollar is reinvested into TOG! Not all contributions are financial, if you have anything to offer which would be useful do let us know. One of the things we can use is a high bandwidth internet connection allowing us to TOG host gaming server(s).

Can I advertise/sponsor TOG?
If you desire to advertise or sponsor TOG we can certainly put up a banner to your organisation on our site! Pop-ups are not an option, they are annoying and we refuse to incorporate them into the site. If you wish to discuss this further contact Father.

The FAQ didn't help me! Can someone in TOG please answer my question?
If it's related to a specific game contact the appropriate Division Captain, don't forget to read the forum's sticky information posts first. Check out the "TOG Policies, Manuals & Guidelines" forum to find out who that is.

Alternatively, you can just post the question in the relevant game forum. For more general questions, you can post a message in the Lounge forum (as our members are always happy to lend a helping hand), or contact the Admins for specific site-related questions (as specified on the "TOG Policies, Manuals & Guidelines" forum).

What if I let my kids play my character/soldier? Will this affect my membership?
The character/soldier you have played as TOG (i.e. TOG guilded or TOG tagged) is effectively you and as such any behaviour by that character will considered to be you regardless of who is controlling it at the time.

Can my kids play in an official TOG Guild/clan if I am playing also?
Simply put, No. This community was formed on the basis that the only players they would be gaming with are those that meet our joining criteria, namely, 25 years or older. We are The Older Gamers, not The Family Gamers. I read all of this=[

*Signature and Avatar Guidelines
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Signatures
The max size of an image is 500 wide x 100 high.
Multiple images are allowed within the confines of 500 wide x 100 high
Two lines of text can be added to that.
The two lines of text are to be no larger than Size 2 Verdana
A blank line is considered one line of text (ie if you do a carriage return and then do the text effectively putting a line of white space between the sig and text, that's considered two lines)
OR
Instead of an image 500 wide x 100 high, you can have text the height of which is not to exceed 100 high.
Two additional lines can be added to that as outlined above.
Image size should be "web friendly". 100-150kb is ok. 2MB is too much.

Avatars

Avatars are those expressions of individuality beneath our member names.

Maximum allowable image size is 100 x100 pixels.

File size is "web friendly."

The following are examples:





Assistance
To assist you with your signature and / or avatar, here are two helpful tools:
Free on screen Pixel Ruler.
PC Version can be found here.
Mac Version can be found here.
Our own Graphics, Design, Sig and Avatar Help forum.
Guideline to Content
With such a large and diverse membership it is almost impossible to police images appearing in the TOG forums based on each member's personal likes and dislikes. For this reason TOG has developed guidelines for posting images to be used as avatars and signatures.

Avatar and signature images should adhere to the generally accepted standards of society. For this purpose, Australian and US social norms are used.

An avatar and/or signature must NOT contain:
images of nudity (animated or real)
images of pornography (animated or real)
racially vilifying images (animated or real)
images which denigrate a religion (animated or real)
images of excessive violence
(i.e. beyond those of the type that appear in games played by TOG members)
politically sensitive images (e.g. flag-burning images)
images denigrating sexual preference.
This list is indicative, not exhaustive.

Members intending to use, or complain about, an image in an avatar and/or signature are expected to consider the social norms and general acceptability of an image or text.

It is the member's responsibility (NOT TOG's responsibility) to police the viewing of images by non-members (e.g. children or co-workers).

Complaints concerning avatars or signatures should be addressed to Divisional Captains or TOG Moderators in the first instance.

PLEASE NOTE:
The SIGNATURE and AVATAR Size will change for TOG SUPPORTERS. Click this link to find out what a Supporter can have.-Red and agree

[sas]

Welcome to TOG, your application has been reviewed and approved.

You now have full access to all parts of TOG including:

• All TOG member only Forums
• All TOG member only areas of the website
• All TOG member only game divisions
• All TOG game servers

Your membership also includes access to various get-together, events, contests, and other exclusives for this 25 and over only organization.

For a complete list of everything your membership includes along with everything you might want to know in order to take advantage of your new membership, be sure to stop by to read the "New TOG Members' Guide"

Currently TOG consists of nearly 30 game divisions and has over 31,500 registered members. There's also plenty of other cool stuff on TOG, so browse around & check it all out. We sincerely hope that you enjoy TOG for as long as you choose too. Feel free to spread the message to your friends and family who enjoy gaming and don't forget to have fun yourself!

All the best!

The Older Gamers!

[Rob.]

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