Bill Western
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- Location
- Birmingham
Unban Appeal for waizmilk
In-game Name: Bill Western
Server: GTA RP
Steam ID: 76561198112704832
Ban ID: !!rpuk13347!!
Reason given for your ban: (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.
In your own words, please type why you think you were banned.: Additional bans - (1) (G3.5) Character Separation - Using information you have gained through the play of other characters to influence the course of roleplay, either directly or passing this information to a 3rd party to tell your character. Example: Character A is a cop that knows a raid is about to happen on a gang, Character B (same player) is a member of a rival gang. Character B does not know about the raid, Character A is unable to tell someone else to tell Character B about the raid. Character A may not use Character B's vehicles or assets.
(2) (G9.5) You must not abuse your role as a medic or firefighter to assist your friends in any way.
I understand completely that I had been rightfully banned for metagaming, character separation and misusing the roles and whitelisting privileges of the NHS. Although this is a significant amount to receive in one period, I do believe this was my first offence. However, I am aware that metagaming automatically carries a permanent ban amongst the other ban reasons. I understand the importance of maintaining a fair and enjoyable roleplay environment for all players and I promise to uphold these principles going forward following this appeal.
For metagaming I was banned due to the use of third-party applications to help a downed individual as NHS. This gives individuals an unfair advantage over others as it may cause them to believe that their life is not as valuable or because it may hinder their overall roleplay.
For character separation I was banned as I knew the person I was treating as NHS in a separate character. This can look as favouristm to others and can cause a disruption in roleplay as it would expel elements of surprises for example "Character A is a cop that knows a raid is about to happen on a gang, Character B (same player) is a member of a rival gang. Character B does not know about the raid, Character A is unable to tell someone else to tell Character B about the raid. Character A may not use Character B's vehicles or assets."
For G9.5 I misused my NHS role by giving my friend 25 armour from the NHS fund after reviving them. This alone with everything else is unacceptable as abusing roles may cause people to not respect the NHS as they should be and can similarly to G3.5, cause an alteration in roleplay for those involved. I fully understand why I have been banned and have accepted the consequences for my actions solely. After discussing the situation that unfolded it was clear to see that I had deliberately broken server rules without thinking about the consequences and a permanent ban was more than justifiable.
Why should we unban you ?: I am aware that the rules that I had broken including but not limited to meta gaming is a clear violation of the server rules that RPUK clearly sets out. I understand the negative impact this can have on the overall roleplay experience both for individuals and groups as well as fairness to players. It was a lapse in judgement on my part and I take full responsibility for my actions and the punishment that comes with it.
Over the past 6 months of being banned I am more than certain that I will not place myself in a situation like this again in the future and will fully adhere to the rules of the server. I have been part of the server for approximately a year (6 months at the time of the ban) and have found it very enjoyable for my first GTA V RP server and I would not look to go anywhere else. During this time I have made some good friends and have built positive relationships with many individuals and groups. I humbly apologise for jeopardizing these connections that I have built through my own actions.
I would be incredibly grateful for the opportunity to re-join the server and continue to contribute positively to the community. I would hope to be unbanned as I think I have a lot more to offer the community in and out of the city and would cherish my character even greater should that happen.
I understand that in the case of the armour this can cause a disruption to the economy of the server as I would be giving it to someone for free for them potentially to go forward to sell for X amount. If many people were to do this then the economy would be crippled and may never recover so I understand why the rule is there and understand the punishment for the actions.
This server holds great value to me as I have had great roleplay experiences from it. It is an immersive and engaging roleplay community which should be cherished by all and being banned 6 months ago I now fully realise that.
This server allows me to finish my day to day life out of the server to come on and be someone else and roleplay with people from around the globe and for that I deeply appreciate the community and the supporting staff.
I sincerely apologize for my actions and any inconvenience or disruption caused and hope to have the opportunity to make amends.
Bill
Thank you for considering my appeal.
Please confirm that you have read the unban appeal process and rules: Yes
In-game Name: Bill Western
Server: GTA RP
Steam ID: 76561198112704832
Ban ID: !!rpuk13347!!
Reason given for your ban: (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.
In your own words, please type why you think you were banned.: Additional bans - (1) (G3.5) Character Separation - Using information you have gained through the play of other characters to influence the course of roleplay, either directly or passing this information to a 3rd party to tell your character. Example: Character A is a cop that knows a raid is about to happen on a gang, Character B (same player) is a member of a rival gang. Character B does not know about the raid, Character A is unable to tell someone else to tell Character B about the raid. Character A may not use Character B's vehicles or assets.
(2) (G9.5) You must not abuse your role as a medic or firefighter to assist your friends in any way.
I understand completely that I had been rightfully banned for metagaming, character separation and misusing the roles and whitelisting privileges of the NHS. Although this is a significant amount to receive in one period, I do believe this was my first offence. However, I am aware that metagaming automatically carries a permanent ban amongst the other ban reasons. I understand the importance of maintaining a fair and enjoyable roleplay environment for all players and I promise to uphold these principles going forward following this appeal.
For metagaming I was banned due to the use of third-party applications to help a downed individual as NHS. This gives individuals an unfair advantage over others as it may cause them to believe that their life is not as valuable or because it may hinder their overall roleplay.
For character separation I was banned as I knew the person I was treating as NHS in a separate character. This can look as favouristm to others and can cause a disruption in roleplay as it would expel elements of surprises for example "Character A is a cop that knows a raid is about to happen on a gang, Character B (same player) is a member of a rival gang. Character B does not know about the raid, Character A is unable to tell someone else to tell Character B about the raid. Character A may not use Character B's vehicles or assets."
For G9.5 I misused my NHS role by giving my friend 25 armour from the NHS fund after reviving them. This alone with everything else is unacceptable as abusing roles may cause people to not respect the NHS as they should be and can similarly to G3.5, cause an alteration in roleplay for those involved. I fully understand why I have been banned and have accepted the consequences for my actions solely. After discussing the situation that unfolded it was clear to see that I had deliberately broken server rules without thinking about the consequences and a permanent ban was more than justifiable.
Why should we unban you ?: I am aware that the rules that I had broken including but not limited to meta gaming is a clear violation of the server rules that RPUK clearly sets out. I understand the negative impact this can have on the overall roleplay experience both for individuals and groups as well as fairness to players. It was a lapse in judgement on my part and I take full responsibility for my actions and the punishment that comes with it.
Over the past 6 months of being banned I am more than certain that I will not place myself in a situation like this again in the future and will fully adhere to the rules of the server. I have been part of the server for approximately a year (6 months at the time of the ban) and have found it very enjoyable for my first GTA V RP server and I would not look to go anywhere else. During this time I have made some good friends and have built positive relationships with many individuals and groups. I humbly apologise for jeopardizing these connections that I have built through my own actions.
I would be incredibly grateful for the opportunity to re-join the server and continue to contribute positively to the community. I would hope to be unbanned as I think I have a lot more to offer the community in and out of the city and would cherish my character even greater should that happen.
I understand that in the case of the armour this can cause a disruption to the economy of the server as I would be giving it to someone for free for them potentially to go forward to sell for X amount. If many people were to do this then the economy would be crippled and may never recover so I understand why the rule is there and understand the punishment for the actions.
This server holds great value to me as I have had great roleplay experiences from it. It is an immersive and engaging roleplay community which should be cherished by all and being banned 6 months ago I now fully realise that.
This server allows me to finish my day to day life out of the server to come on and be someone else and roleplay with people from around the globe and for that I deeply appreciate the community and the supporting staff.
I sincerely apologize for my actions and any inconvenience or disruption caused and hope to have the opportunity to make amends.
Bill
Thank you for considering my appeal.
Please confirm that you have read the unban appeal process and rules: Yes
