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Regiments / Community Representatives (Elected Community Board Moderators)
« on: February 16, 2016, 03:25:05 pm »
Community Representatives are elected members of the Moderation Team, that act as Community Board Moderators and create and improve the contact between the Community and the Moderation Team.

They are elected by you, the community, for three-month-terms.

Click here for more information about these Community Representatives and how to elect them!

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Community / Community Representatives (Elected Community Board Moderators)
« on: February 16, 2016, 03:24:31 pm »
Community Representatives are elected members of the Moderation Team, that act as Community Board Moderators and create and improve the contact between the Community and the Moderation Team.

Click here for more information about these Community Representatives and how to elect them!

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Current Community Representatives:

EU - Chainsor
NA - Glenn



The Community Representative is the Community Board Moderator and member of the Moderation team, elected by forum members, to represent the interest of the Forum, Regimental and Gamers community. It's our hope that having someone who is active in the community and Regimental 'world' of the game will help us in making this a better forum. While this forum is and stays a Company Forum, we want to make sure members feel their opinions are noted and processed.

Community Representatives will perform the duties of a Moderator with respect the Community, receiving Board moderatorship over the Community Board, where they can edit, remove or sticky topics and posts. They will also be able to edit, remove, or close topics in the Mess Hall, and will be responsible for new Child Board requests in their respective areas of the Events subforums.  The right to issue punishments will remain with the Moderators. They have entry to the Global Forum Adminstration Board, closed for regular members, and will have a say equal to that of picked moderators in all matters, like new forum rules, punishments, (un)bans and recruitment or dismissal of Moderators. They'll also have direct contact with the Head Moderator.

Community Representative also represent the interest of the community in the games (Both NW and BCoF). Due to the confidential nature of Server Administration, we cannot allow them entry in the Server Adminstration Board, but they can raise issues to me, Senior Server Admins, in the Global Forum Adminstration Board, or simply here.

There are two Community Representatives, one EU and one NA, both elected for a term of 3 months. There are no term limits.


How to become a voter [Important!]

To enter the Voting Booth subboard and to vote in elections, one must register as a 'Registered Voter'. This avoids vote-rigging by (having friends) quickly registering new accounts, and allows me to keep track of forum activity and voter turn-out. Everyone with the forum rank of corporal and above (20 hours online) will receive membership upon request, there is no other requirement.

You can request membership by going to 'Profile', click 'Modify Profile' and then go to the bottom, to "Group Membership". There you will be able to Request Membership. It says you must explain your reason for joining, this is a message that I can't edit and you may obviously ignore it.

how to request membership






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Why should I become a Registered Voter?

Because this is your change to actually actively help decide who sits on the moderation team, to represent the various regiments and events that play our games, to improve the forum, the community, the servers and maybe even the game itself! So register!

Remember! You cannot vote in elections/polls unless you register as a voter, which gives you access to the 'Voting Booth', a subboard of this board that cannot be entered by normal members.



What are the requirements for running for office?

Technically, none. I'll pass trough any candidacy I get. However, if we really feel a CR cannot be trusted with access to confidential information, we may decide to restrict or deny access to the Global Forum Adminstration Board. I don't want to make use of that power, and I don't expect we will have to, but it's the best way I can make sure FSE Moderation information stays confidential without directly interfering with the elections.

We will no longer accept candidates who can not be trusted into the Global mod boards.  Too many conversations  of importance are had in those boards where CR input is valued.  It would not be good for the forums to have a CR incapable of providing input on the various issues or to raise their own issues. 

Troll apps will be denied.

To add some clarity, you can apply to be a CR  even if in the past you were banned or had quite a warning history.  We have had several past CRs fit this example.  If your recent behavior shows you are incapable of the position, then your app will be denied.  Severity in rule breaking will be taken into account.  As an example, being muted for a quote pyramid is not as severe as giving out personal information.



When will a Community Representative be removed?

Community Representatives are expected to handle their responsibility and their access to any confidential information with care, just like other members of the Moderation Team. If they show they cannot be a trustworthy member of the team, we may decide to remove them from office. Because the Community Representative is elected by the community, we will try to use this power as little as possible and with as much transparency as we can manage. If this happens, we can decide to hold a by-election or appoint the candidate who came second to finish the term, depending on how long away the new elections are.

Sharing confidential information is ground for direct dismissal and/or, if done after the end of the term, a ban. Make sure you realize this.

NEW:
If a CR who was elected disappears not too long after they were elected, they may be removed after several failed attempts to reach them.  Same goes if after a long period of time of them not participating, or being active.  If we feel you are not that active, we may ask what you have been doing, and may ask for evidence of what you were doing.  You are not required to be on daily, or do x amount of things over a space of time.  We just ask that you chime in when you can, help out when you can, and find ways to help the community.  We do understand that things can come up, and life prevents you from being able to be active.  We ask that you let us know in advance if you will be gone for a period of time.  If something that comes up that will prevent you from being active for most of your term, we may ask that you give the spot up to someone who will be more active.

If a Community Representative decides to resign, he may put someone forward to replace him for the rest of the term. The Moderation Team reserves the right to intervene if we suspect foul play and appoint a replacement of our own.

If a CR is removed by the team, depending on the timing of the removal, we may do one of the following:
ask the runner up if there was one, if they want to do it,

we may hold another election,

or just wait until the next election to fill the spot.

I don't expect us to ever need to do the above, but just in case, we made it clear what may happen. 

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Polls and Elections [Important!]

There are two types of polls; Regular polls, where a simple poll is made on a certain subject and members can give their opinion and which (as the name suggests) just works like a regular poll, and election polls, where the community elects the Community Representative.

The Election System

CR's are elected by absolute majority. In the first round, lasting three days, there will be two threads, one for the EU candidates, one for the NA. You therefor can vote in both election if you so desire, but it's not mandatory.

If a candidate gets more then 50% of cast votes, this means the candidate wins right away, and there is no 2nd round.

If no candidate wins a majority, there's a run-off poll with the top two-candidates, lasting two days, starting just after the first round results come in.



How to apply to be a CR

here is the app:

Name:
EU or NA?:
Are you aware that the position of Community Representative is one of trust and confidence, and do you understand you can be punished for breaking that trust? :
Why should you become CR?:
What are one or two things you commit to doing as CR this term?:


Election procedures

On the 20th (for months lasting 30 days) and on the 21st (for months lasting 31 days) I will open a thread on this board with all candidacies in the first post. Candidates may put themselves forward on that thread. Only those from NA can run for NA rep.  Same on the EU side.  Exceptions may be made to run for the other side but you will have to talk to shadow first to get approval. The thread will be open, so people can discuss the election.

After 5 days, I will open the election, giving people three days to vote in the first round. Any run-off will start directly after the results are known, and last two days. On the first day of the new month, the new CR's will take office and the old ones will leave - unless, of course, they are re-elected.

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Community Representative Board / What this board is about
« on: February 16, 2016, 01:39:22 pm »
Here you can contact, elect and interact with the Community Representatives.

As of now, normal users cannot start threads on this board. They can post replies.

The reason we have done this is because we fear that, as happened in the past, we may soon find ourselves in a sea of threads with unconstructive critism, personal quarrels with the moderators, and threads that derail into endless criticism of everything members might think of. Therefor, only CR's and Moderators will be able to open threads here, if they wish to open an 'office thread', or to discuss certain subjects. I think this is the best way we can have some discussion of the community without a high risk of derailment.

Critisicm, grievances or suggestions should be sent to the CR preferably by PM or steam.

While this board is open for all, it has a child board to hold elections and polls, that can only be accessed by members who have registered as voter. You can find explanation how to register here.

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Forum & Website / Community Representative/Manager
« on: February 15, 2016, 01:33:20 am »
Hello all,

As the more veteran members of this forum might remember, we used to have ten Community Representatives on this forum to, as the name suggests, represent the interest of the community on this forum. This project, however, was terminated a few months after its start. But now I am considering bringing back the position, in a reworked form. Below you'll find my current suggestion, but please share your views. That's what it's all about, after all.

What's this?


In the recent past members have mentioned that they feel moderators are not active enough in the community. Part of this problem is that we actively try to avoid recruiting moderators who are very active in a certain regiment, because this led to biased moderating in the past. But I must admit that this also creates some distance between the mods and the community. Having a Community Representative might help close the distance. They are directly elected by the community and therefor will be more inclined to stay (pro-)active in that community. This will also allow our small team of moderators to focus on moderating and enforcing the forum rules, which is what they are here for.


What will be different?

Instead of ten, we'll only have one. We might have two, but for the test, let's say just one. Also, one major difference is that we will not allow everyone to vote. Only forum members with a certain rank (I'm thinking sergeant at the moment, but that might be changed) will be allowed to register as voter and cast a vote. This makes sure that no-one will be elected with the votes of quickly registered accounts of friend of fellow regiment-members, as happened in the past.

What will they do?

The Community Representative will solve issues that exist within the community, such as regimental quarrels, forum suggestions or problems and pretty much everything you'd like to discuss with someone of authority. The CR will discuss this with me, and will be allowed entry into the Global Forum Administration to share his views on subjects raised there (including bans and unbans of members). They will get their own little subboard where people can contact them and the CR may raise issues to be discussed. Basically, the CR will represent the interests of our forum members.

How will they be elected?

2-round Majority vote, meaning that if no-one manages to win 50% of the votes in the first round, the two with the highest vote will have a run-off. I think the term will be two months, with no term limits.

Please share your thoughts.



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Archiv / Subtext
« on: January 09, 2016, 09:10:51 pm »
Hello my fellow Germanics!

I would like to add a 'subtext' to the German board, that is shown under the name of the board (The Dutch language board just got one as well).
You can post suggestions here. It can be in English or in German, and preferably something funny  :P

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Nederlandstalig Forum / Naamsverandering
« on: January 09, 2016, 09:05:56 pm »
Fuck Luxembourg. Nepland.

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Regiments (Game Clans) / The ABC of Community Clans: Regiments
« on: December 31, 2015, 12:51:12 am »
Basic Rules of the Regimental or Community Clans board


1. Don't troll other unit threads. OPs can delete posts in this board, so it's no use anyway.

2. If your unit disbands, close down the thread. We will remove threads that have been inactive for a very long time.

3. Please put 'Inf/Cav/Art' and 'EU/NA' in your regiment's name.
 
For all the rules: Click here.



A list of all units in the Civil war can be found: here



Historical ranks, where can I find them?

Historically, ranks went:

Private
Corporal
Sergeant
Quartermaster Sergeant (Non-commanding position in the cavarly only)
First Sergeant
Ordnance Sergeant (Non-commanding position in the artillery only)
Sergeant-major (Regimental staff only)

2nd Lieutenant
1st Lieutenant
Captain

Major
Lieutenant-Colonel
Colonel

The insignia can be found here




Q&A

What is a 'Regiment'?

A 'Regiment' is the most common name for gamer clans used on this forum and has been in use before Napoleonic Wars was even a DLC. "Regiments", though they sometimes take other names, usually use names based on historical units from the Napoleonic Wars and the American Civil war (or other periods). They train and play together, join events or even organize them. We highly suggest you join a regiment, as it really opens up a new way to play the game.



What are these brigades/divisions/armies?

Sometimes, several regiments join together to form bigger units, and they usually take names of 'higher' units. Actual size doesn't always matter; there have been NW regiments bigger then NW brigades or armies. To avoid problems of similar-named units (and a idiotic amount of officers), it's best to use the lowest-scale (Regiment or brigade) for these kind of cooperative clans.



So, if I want to start a unit, I must pick a historical regiment? I can't make something up or make a company?

No, you don't have to, though tradition-wise most NW regiments were based on historical regiments. You also don't have to pick a regiment; you can name your unit after a company or a squadron as well. We try to give members as much creative freedom as possible.






I've made a thread for a certain unit, but I've seen people use the same name in the game, and they're not my members!

Nothing we can do about it. People are free to use any and all tags in the game.



I don't really want to join a regiment, but I'd like to join an event for once.

Many events have so-called 'public lines', enabling non-regimental members to join the event. Check the event board for that.



Can I make an extra (double) account specifically for my unit, so more members can edit the thread?

While we don't support Unit accounts, they're allowed under certain limitations:
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9B - Unit accounts
So-called 'Regimental accounts' or 'Unit accounts', accounts that are registered to represent a certain unit and is used by one or more members of that unit to maintain a unit's thread in the 'Regimental Board' are excepted from rule 9 as long as these accounts only post in the Regimental or event boards, keep posts to a minimum (preferably only used to maintain the OP) and are not used to circumvent mutes or bans. Remember that we can see what Registered Members use a Unit account. Accounts that do not abide by rule 9B will by banned and their users punished.

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Forum & Website / "Why was this member banned/unbanned?"-thread
« on: December 22, 2015, 04:52:03 pm »
Though I originally decided not to get a thread like this, today I banned a member and I realized that making a small public announcement about it would actually be a good thing. So, I changed my mind and created this thread. It's to be used only by me or other moderators to explain why members were (temporarily) banned. Mutes and warnings will not be posted here.


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Forum & Website / Moderator Announcement: BCOF Regimental Board Swipe
« on: November 19, 2015, 08:20:02 pm »

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Česká a Slovenská komunita / Czech and Slovak Board
« on: November 09, 2015, 09:44:07 pm »
Congratulations on your new board, I hope it will make the Czech and Slovakian members of our community feel even more at home!

Your Board Moderator is Kore , who you can contact for any issues or problems you might experience on this board.

Enjoy!

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The Mess Hall / MOVED: Religion Thread
« on: October 17, 2015, 11:26:25 pm »

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Forum & Website / FSE Forum Administration - Who is who? & How to appeal
« on: October 17, 2015, 10:27:11 pm »
Here's a brief guide to who's who in the FSE administrative team, and who you should contact if you've got any questions or issues that need addressing.



Community Manager
(Head of Official Server Administration)

- Currently directly under FSE Developer Administration -

Head Moderator
(Head of the Official Forum Administration)
Herishey Steam: Herishey

Senior Moderators
- Thunderstormer (NA)
- Scottish Unicorn (EU)

Global Moderators

- Xethos (NA)
- Lightning (EU & German Board)
- Nightwing (EU & German Board)
- Fietta (EU)

Junior Moderators (New Moderators)


Language Moderators

Language Moderators are Moderators who perform Moderator duties only on their respective language boards. They have more permissions then regular Boardmods, are able to issue warnings and can enter the Forum Administration Board. This position is typically used based on the activity of the language board.

- Carabino (French Board)
- Darel (Turkish Board)

Language Boards also have Board Mods, who are only able to edit, move and delete posts and threads on specific boards - Their names appear under those boards.

Voice Acting Manager
Rejenorst (AU)

Senior Administrators
(Official Servers)

Thunderstormer (NA)

Official Server Queries/Issues
For any questions on the functionality or use of the Official Servers, please contact any one of our Senior Administrators. Please note Ban/Unban requests however belong :Here:

Official Server Ban/Unban Requests
To request an unban from the Official Servers (or to report other users' misbehaviour), please make a post :Here: following the template posting guidelines for that section. Please be sure to read the rules before posting in this area.

Complaints regarding the abuse of Admin powers
Any issues involving the abuse of admin powers on Official servers should be sent directly to the head of Server Administration via PM or Steam, or to any of the Senior Administrators. Please note that proof of this abuse may be requested during any investigation.

Questions regarding the Forums/Forum Rules
Any questions regarding the functionality or use of the Official FSE Forums may be directed to either a Senior Moderator or the Head Moderator

Forum unban requests
To request an unban on the forums please contact a Senior Moderator or any member of the Forum Moderation staff. Your appeal will then be reviewed and discussed internally until a decision is reached. It is permitted to have a friend do this on your behalf, or add a Senior Moderator/ the Head Moderator on Steam. Please exercise patience and respectful behavior.

Complaints regarding the conduct of a Moderator
Any complaints regarding the conduct of a Moderator (including but not limited to the abuse of their moderation privileges) should be directed to the Head Moderator via PM or Steam. Be aware that proof of misconduct may be requested at any point during an ensuing investigation.


Community issues (inc. but not limited to Harassment, bullying or similar behavior)
Any community issues involving the above circumstances may be directed to any member of the Moderation staff, who where possible will discuss the matter until a conclusion is reached.

For any other forum inquiries, contact a member of the Forum staff.

For any other Official Server inquiries, contact a member of the Official Server administration staff.

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