:: Rules & Policies - Last update: 9-NOV-2001
General Policies
1. LoE has 3 parts to the squad:
Inactive: Players who have played in the squad but have dropped off the edge of the world. They do not respond to e-mail and do not play, but have not violated any of the rules of the team or caused embarrassment or dishonor to the squad. They do not have the right to maintain the LoE tag, and must go through normal recruitment procedures to return to the squad. Although they are normally given a preference over other recruits.
Reserve: Players who have earned the right to maintain the LoE squad tag, but are not able to give the team the time and energy required to be members of the Active team. They must at least play online occasionally, and respond to e-mail every once in a while (at least once within 30 days), or post on the squad's website. The player must request to be part of the Reserve squad. The Leader and the Council cannot include a player in the Reserve, they must suggest the player to request it. Being part of the Reserve squad is an honor earned only by veteran members who cannot play quite often anymore. They can go back to the Active team requesting so to the Leader and the Council.
Active: The Active team are the Heart of the squad. They are the members who are active, who respond to e-mail, who show up for practices and who are focused on improving the team.
For organizational purposes and based on time zones, the squad is divided into 3 "Divisions" commanded by a Council member. The Divisions are: LoE American Division, LoE Australian Division and LoE European Division. These Divisions are not identifiable within the squad's tag — they are shown only on the website.
2. Only members of the Active team may play in League and other competitions. Any member may play in scrimmages and matches. The Leader and/or the Council will decide which members will play a given regular match against other squads.
3. The Squad is governed by the Squad Leader and a Council which consists of the senior members of the Active team.
4. The other specified positions within the Active team are Match Coordinators, Recruitment Coordinator, Official Host, Website Manager (Webmaster) and MP. Other positions may be created on an as needed basis.
5. All senior members of the Active team are responsible for training and tactics.
6. Conflicts between team members will be handled by the Council, and as last resort by the squad leader.
Recruiting Policies
7. LoE is an equal opportunity squad who recruits members without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, or sexual orientation. LoE does not recruit cheaters and glitchers.
8. Any Active LoE member may recommend a player for membership.
9. All prospective members must register on the LoE FORUMS before being considered. This ensures they can locate the website, and have enough interest to take the time to interact with the squad members. They must provide enough information about how to contact them and everything related to their profile as a DF2 player. No player may be considered until they have done so.
10. After the team roster information has been received through the application form, a Council vote is required to accept the player as a Recruit. The squad leader may use veto power whenever 2 other Council members agree with him.
11. After approval, the Recruits will be given a minimum of 2 weeks to prove themselves for inclusion to the squad rolls. They must attend practices and spend time online with the rest of the team, showing their ability and team attitude. During this period, they may use the LoE tag with an R on the side.
12. At the beginning of the tryout period, each prospective member will be given certain information and must get Roger Wilco and MSN IM up and operational on their computers.
13. At the end of the tryout (candidacy) period, an online test covering the requests will be given. A passing grade will allow the Recruit's final status to be voted on by the Council.
14. After being approved by the Council as a full member, the Recruit will be given full membership status and asked to remove the R after the tag. Then, they will be included in the ACTIVE squad.
15. Generally, only prospective players 17 years or older may be considered for membership.
Matches & Tournaments
16. Only the Council may challenge another squad, accept challenges or register the squad for a tournament.
Ranking system
17. LoE used to have a ranking system till 23-Jun-2001 but since the squad became like a "family", ranks are no longer needed. This is a part of the evolution of the squad.
Shorter names for matches
18. All LoE members are asked to use shorter player names (4 to 5 letters maximum) after the tag during regular matches, tourney matches, etc. Full player names are used only on Novaworld rooms and Public rooms. This improves visibility, legibility and communications during matches.
Missed in Action label
19. A player being labeled on the website roster as M.I.A. means that the Council is concerned about a persistent absence and silence of the legionnaire.
20. A player may inform the Council if they will not be able to play for a while in order to avoid being considered as a MIA.
Rules of engagement
21. Do not cheat under any circumstances and do not use glitches. LoE is a proud member of the Delta Force Honor Network (DFHN) and ALL LoE members agree by joining this squad to follow DFHN policies regarding how to play the game as a sportsman.
22. While communicating during a match, keep your messages short and speak only to give or acknowledge orders unless you have something important to say.
23. Behave yourself while talking to the enemy and try not to respond to insults.
24. Treat LoE allies as you treat your team mates and as you would like to be treated.
25. Be a team player. Obey your team leader and senior members.
29. Report anything regarding the squad or other squads to the Council to avoid possible inconveniences.
31. If you are quitting the squad, please inform the Council in order to keep the chance to come back at a later time.
Follow and enforce these policies and rules. They are flexible and were created to improve gameplay and teamplay, as well as to improve the seriousness and prestige of the squad.
Notice: These policies and rules are based in the *DFS* (Delta Force Soldiers) manual and policies. Thanks to FF6*DFS* (Charles Powell) for helping squad leaders through the manual he wrote.
