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We're going to try something differently with the forums for a bit. Basically, rather than expecting you to read the rules and to actually follow them, instead of noposting you when and if you don't, we'll give you a "strike one". The same guidelines apply about what should and shouldn't be posted, and you'll be informed about strikes. The deal is three strikes and you're out (ie noposted) - all in all it's pretty simple.
Generally, it is usually the same few people who are repeatedly problematic on the forums: they're the people this is aimed at. I don't see it affecting 99% of the players in the least. Currently nobody is noposted, it'd be nice to keep it that way. For an example to see how it works, see http://www.wotmud.org/forums/viewtopic.php?type=0&topic=48771&forum=7&19