HL2RP Server Rules

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MelonRP — HL2RP Server Rules
Semi-serious HL2RP — these rules operate under the global Community Guidelines.​

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Notice:
All players must follow both these Server Rules and the overarching Community Rules & Guidelines.
They apply across forums, Discord, and in-game servers. Failure to comply may result in warnings, suspensions, or permanent bans.

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1) General Conduct

• Treat every player and staff member with respect — harassment, slurs, or hate speech are strictly forbidden.
• Keep interactions semi-serious: no meme characters, trolling, or disruptive behavior.
• Use English in public areas. Staff decisions are final and must be respected.

2) Roleplay Standards

• Remain in-character (IC) at all times unless a staff pause is called.
• Use /me to describe actions or surroundings clearly.
• Avoid immersion breaks or OOC chatter in IC channels.

3) Character & Background

• Characters must align with Half-Life 2 canon and MelonRP’s semi-serious atmosphere.
• Overpowered, unrealistic, or alien-related backgrounds require prior staff approval.

4) FearRP & Value of Life

• Always value your character’s life — comply when you’re clearly at a disadvantage.
• Reckless suicides, “death-rushing,” or unrealistic bravery are not allowed.
• Civil Protection (CP) units may detain or amputate (execute) legitimate threats in-character.

5) Metagaming & Powergaming

• Do not use OOC or Discord information IC — this includes radio, chat, or PMs.
• Allow fair response time; forcing outcomes without player consent or reaction is powergaming.

6) Random Death/Assault

• No RDM or VDM — every act of violence must have a valid IC reason.
• Breaking this rule may result in a ban or character removal.

7) NLR, PK & CK

• After dying, you must forget all details leading to your death (NLR).
• Do not return to the scene for at least 5 minutes.

8) Communication & OOC

• Keep /ooc and /looc minimal and relevant.
• Respect ongoing RP — avoid excessive OOC disruptions.

9) Items, Crafting & Economy

• No item duplication, macro usage, or alternate-account farming.
• Trading or crafting exploits are considered cheating.

10) Factions & Authority

• Follow your faction’s SOPs and internal hierarchy.
• Abuse of authority must have proper IC justification and staff awareness.

11) Resistance & Crime

• Criminal or resistance actions must have believable motivations.
• “Random chaos” or unrealistic attacks are not valid RP.

12) Raids & Arrests

• Rebel raids must have clear purpose and RP context (e.g., faction conflict).
• Civilian raids are allowed only if both sides are involved in criminal or smuggler RP.
• Civil Protection raids inside city apartments require at least 3 agents.
• No CP raids in slums — the Combine rarely enforces there.

13) Weapons & Combat

• No pre-firing during /me sequences; allow fair reaction time.
• Medical RP is encouraged whenever feasible.
• Citizens engaging in combat must wear a rebel outfit (available in slum closets).

14) Building & Safe Zones

• No unraidable bases, one-way props, or exploitative constructions.
• Safe zones must be respected unless an event explicitly overrides them.

15) Exploits & Cheating

• No hacks, scripts, automation, or bug abuse of any kind.
• Attempting to crash, lag, or sabotage the server will result in an instant permanent ban.

16) Staff & Appeals

• Follow staff instructions — do not argue mid-situation.
• Appeals can be made afterwards through proper channels.

17) Server-Specific Rules

• Using the physgun outside, in public view, without a valid IC reason is prohibited.
• OOC use of the physgun in public areas will result in a kick.

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Final Note:
These rules exist to keep MelonRP immersive, balanced, and welcoming.
Play fair, respect others, and help the community grow — one slice at a time. ​