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# Section 2: Powergaming / Metagaming

Rules #5-7

## Rule #5: In-Game Metagaming

**Description:** Do not use out-of-character knowledge to gain an unfair in-game advantage, including external sources like streams or OOC communication channels.

**Examples:**

* Using OOC information gained from streams to locate another player in-game.
* Sharing OOC information about in-game events with other players.

**Punishments:** Breaches can result in warnings, temporary suspensions, or permanent bans, depending on severity.

## Rule #6: Out-of-game Metagaming

**Description:** Utilizing real-life information or sources to gain an unfair advantage is not allowed, including stream sniping and external player identification.

**Examples:**

* Watching a player's stream and using OOC information in-character.
* Using OOC information from third-party apps like Discord for in-game advantage.

**Punishments:** May lead to warnings, temporary suspensions, or permanent bans, depending on severity.

## Rule #7: In-Game Powergaming

**Description:** Avoid roleplaying with mechanics or abilities that do not exist in the game and refrain from forcing limited choices on other players.

**Examples:**

* Using /me commands to overly influence roleplay outcomes.
* Spam jumping for character speed advantage.

**Punishments:** Breaches can result in warnings, temporary suspensions, or permanent bans, depending on severity.