RULE D-01
Zero Tolerance
Respect Everyone
No harassment, bullying, racism, hate speech, or personal attacks.
Server Governance & Directives
Server Rules &
Citizen Handbook
Immersion, mutual respect, and high-quality storytelling form the foundation of Atlantic Roleplay. All citizens are required to understand and adhere to these directives at all times in San Andreas.
01. DISCORD RULES
Section A
RULE D-02
Account Decorum
Appropriate Behavior
No offensive usernames, profile pictures, spam, or excessive abusive language (IC/OOC).
RULE D-03
Privacy & Security
Privacy & Safety
No doxxing, leaking personal information, scams, or malicious links.
RULE D-04
Strictly Prohibited
No Exploiting
Hacking, cheating, exploiting, and ban evasion are strictly prohibited.
RULE D-05
Channel Standards
Channel Rules
Use the correct channels and keep IC and OOC discussions separate.
RULE D-06
Roleplay Directives
Roleplay Integrity
No metagaming or using OOC information for IC advantages. Follow all in-game rules.
RULE D-07
Support Protocol
No False Reports
Submit genuine complaints with valid evidence. Do not abuse tickets.
RULE D-08
Staff Authority
Respect Staff
Follow staff instructions. Use the proper ticket system to appeal decisions.
RULE D-09
Sanctions Policy
Punishments
Rule violations may result in warnings, timeouts, kicks, or temporary/permanent bans. Serious offenses may lead to immediate bans.
RULE D-10
Platform Policies
Follow Discord Policies
Discord ToS: https://discord.com/terms
Community Guidelines: https://discord.com/guidelines
02. Core Roleplay Rules & Concepts
Section B
CONCEPT 01
Foundational Principle
What is Roleplay ..?
• Roleplay means acting with a Particular Role in Virtual World like Real Life with some Rules and Regulations. Make sure you always stick on to character story line.
• While you are entering into some scenario think twice and do like in real life. Don't Create any Non-Realistic Roleplay.
• You can become whatever you want to be ( Like -- Doctor , Police , Gangster , Mafia , Business Man ). You just have to stay in character for the Entire Game. So if you decide to become a Police, You actually have to act like a Police.
In Character (IC):
Your virtual character living inside San Andreas. All speech, actions, and decisions belong to this character.
Out of Character (OOC):
Your real-world self. OOC chatter must never be brought into the game environment.
RULE RP-01
Strictly Prohibited
Breaking Character
You must stay in character at all times. Never use Out-of-Character (OOC) terms or break character for any reason. This rule has no grey area and is interpreted by staff—violations will result in coaching or bans. Report rule breaks to staff via support tickets instead of arguing in-game.
Expected Behavior & Streamer Rules:
• Stay fully in character through all arrests, shootouts, and medical scenarios.
• If another player breaks rules, finish the scene and open a staff support ticket.
• Streamers: No one in the city should know you are live. Never say "voices in my head".
Strictly Prohibited:
• Using OOC terms or discussing real-world topics outside the GTA universe.
• Telling EMS "they killed me" when you are incapacitated and not dead.
• Explaining or arguing rules to others during roleplay (IC or OOC).
RULE RP-02
Strictly Prohibited
Random Deathmatch (RDM)
Random Deathmatch (RDM) is the act of shooting, attacking, or killing someone without a legitimate roleplay reason. Attacking without initiation is strictly not acceptable in any form or scenario. If you are going to shoot, react aggressively, or harm another player, you must always initiate first through direct interaction (such as talking to or confronting the player).
Required Initiation:
• Have a genuine, storyline-based roleplay reason before starting any conflict.
• Initiate with words first—talk to the person, confront them, or demand compliance.
• Give the other player a realistic chance to hear you, understand the situation, and react.
Strictly Prohibited:
• Shooting or attacking anyone on sight with zero prior interaction or dialogue.
• Killing someone without giving them any opportunity to respond or surrender.
• Sniping or opening fire on players from a distance without initiating a scene first.
RULE RP-03
Strictly Prohibited
Vehicle Deathmatch (VDM)
Vehicle Deathmatch (VDM) means intentionally running people over or using your vehicle as a weapon to harm or mass-kill players with no roleplay behind it. Never use your vehicle as a weapon just because you can—do not treat this server like a standard GTA lobby. You cannot run someone over just by saying "I hate you"; any extreme vehicular action requires real buildup and deep roleplay.
Accidents & Realistic Driving:
• If you accidentally hit someone, immediately stop, check on them, and apologize through roleplay.
• Call AMD / EMS if an accidental collision severely injures someone.
• Drive with common sense and treat vehicles with realistic weight and danger.
Strictly Prohibited:
• Intentionally ramming or running over players on foot.
• Using vehicles as a cheap weapon to mass-kill or knock out opponents in gunfights.
• Claiming a simple insult gives you permission to run someone over.
RULE RP-04
Strictly Prohibited
Cop Baiting
Cop baiting means doing reckless, disruptive, or unrealistic actions solely to draw attention from police officers because of boredom. This wastes the time of players trying to enjoy real roleplay. If you are sent to prison for cop baiting and continue to do it after being released, serious staff action will be taken against you.
Realistic Encounters:
• Only interact with police when you have a genuine roleplay or storyline reason.
• Respect officers' time so they can respond to genuine emergencies across the city.
• Value your character's freedom—real criminals do not intentionally try to get caught.
Strictly Prohibited:
• Firing your gun at multiple locations for no good reason just to ping police dispatch.
• Making fake dispatch or emergency calls to the police line.
• Trying to force police into a pursuit simply because you have nothing better to do.
RULE RP-05
Sanction: Server Ban
Combat Logging
Combat logging means logging out or quitting the game to avoid an interaction, escape consequences, or prevent a scene from continuing. We understand that game crashes can happen, but crash reports are automatically saved in your files. If staff finds that you intentionally combat logged, strict action and server bans will be taken against you.
Handling Game Crashes:
• If your game genuinely crashes during an active scene, reconnect immediately.
• Return directly to the scene and resume roleplay with everyone involved.
• If you cannot reconnect, tag the players who were involved and let them know your reason for the crash or logout.
Strictly Prohibited:
• Logging out during a shootout or gunfight to avoid dying or losing your items.
• Quitting the game while being pursued, detained, or arrested by police.
• Closing your game while being held up, kidnapped, or robbed by other players.
RULE RP-06
Strictly Prohibited
Meta Gaming
Meta Gaming is the act of using outside knowledge in-game that your character would not know In-Character (IC). All information you act on must be discovered naturally in the city. Being in a Discord voice call while playing in the city is strictly prohibited.
Fair Play & In-Character Intel:
• Only act on information discovered through in-game radios, phone calls, or conversations.
• If someone tells you in-city information via Discord or external apps, completely ignore it.
• Keep your in-game communication strictly within the game's voice and radio systems.
Strictly Prohibited:
• Being in a Discord call or third-party voice chat while playing in the city.
• Stream sniping—watching another player's stream to find their location, hideouts, or plans.
• Streamers using info from live chat (chatters are NOT "voices in your head" giving you intel).
RULE RP-07
Strictly Prohibited
Power Gaming
Power Gaming means abusing game mechanics or doing physically impossible actions to gain an unfair advantage in roleplay. Power gaming can happen in many situations—sometimes without players even realizing it. Always roleplay realistic physical reactions and never force unfair outcomes.
Realistic Reactions & Fair Play:
• Roleplay physical exhaustion and injury when repeatedly tackled, hit, or tased.
• Surrender and comply realistically when officers successfully restrain or catch you.
• Give other players a fair, realistic chance to react during every roleplay scene.
Strictly Prohibited:
• Getting tased or tackled repeatedly and acting like it has zero physical effect.
• Talking on the radio or using your phone while handcuffed or zip-tied.
• Locking unconscious bodies behind closed doors, locked rooms, or compounds.
• Entering houses, properties, or warehouses during active shootouts or chases to hide or gain an unfair advantage.
RULE RP-08
Mandatory Rule
Fear RP (Value of Life)
Fear RP means valuing your character's life at all times as if you only have one single life. Fearing for your life is mandatory and must be a central part of your roleplay. It does not matter how tough your character is or how big of a gangster you are—you must act as if getting shot means losing your character forever. Failing to follow this rule can result in management permanently killing (perma-killing) your character.
Valuing Life & Realistic Compliance:
• Comply with reasonable demands when held at gunpoint or clearly outnumbered.
• Express genuine fear through your voice, words, and actions when your life is threatened.
• If held at gunpoint inside a closed-top car, you may attempt to drive away, but you must immediately flee the area.
Strictly Prohibited:
• Trying to "be a hero" or pulling a weapon while a gun is already aimed at your head.
• Taunting, insulting, or laughing at armed attackers when you are trapped or defenseless.
• Acting fearless or bulletproof just because your character is in a gang or mafia.
RULE RP-09
Strictly Prohibited
Third Party Interference
Third Party Interference ("Third-Partying") means jumping into an active fight, shootout, robbery, or police chase between two other groups when you were not part of the original scene. You must allow existing groups to finish their roleplay without uninvited outside disruption. Unless you are on-duty police responding to an emergency call or already part of the scene before combat started, you must not interfere.
Allowed Conduct & Observers:
• Keep a safe distance and observe without blocking roads or interfering in the scene.
• On-duty police and emergency services responding to dispatch calls are permitted to intervene.
• Only assist your allies if you were already physically present and involved before shots were fired.
Strictly Prohibited:
• Joining an ongoing gunfight to shoot at players when you have no roleplay connection.
• Running into a combat zone to loot guns, cash, or items from downed bodies.
• Ramming or interfering with police vehicles during a chase that does not involve you.
RULE RP-10
Combat Initiation Standard
Suppress Fire Protocol
Before starting an on-the-spot shootout between groups, 5 to 10 warning shots must be fired directly into the sky ("Suppress Fire"). This signals that a gunfight is about to start and ensures fair play. Both opposing sides must take cover before full combat engagement and direct shooting begins.
Required Protocol & Fair Combat:
• Fire 5 to 10 clear warning shots straight up into the air or sky.
• Give everyone involved a few seconds to run and take cover behind solid objects or cars.
• Only open direct fire at opposing players after both parties have taken cover.
Strictly Prohibited:
• Firing "warning shots" directly towards players, at their feet, or into occupied cars.
• Instantly shooting players down while they are still in the open trying to find cover.
• Starting a sudden shootout without firing the mandatory suppress fire into the air first.
RULE RP-11
Fair Play Standard
Spawn Killing & Crash Relog Grace
Spawn killing means attacking, robbing, or holding a player at gunpoint the moment they log in or load into the server. If an opponent crashes ("head blast") during combat, you must wait for them to reconnect and grant a 3 to 4 second grace period upon spawn before resuming the fight.
Grace Period & Fair Play:
• Allow players at least 3 to 4 seconds to fully load in and move after spawning or reconnecting.
• Resume the combat scene fairly from where it left off once the reconnected player is ready.
• Give new arrivals at airports, train stations, or hospitals time to step out before initiating scenes.
Strictly Prohibited:
• Camping spawn points (apartments, garages, train station) to shoot, rob, or kidnap players.
• Shooting or gunpointing a player whose character is still frozen in a loading screen.
• Instantly shooting an opponent the exact second they reconnect from a crash ("head blast").
RULE RP-12
Territory Governance
Safe Zone Protocols (Green Zones & Red Zones)
Shooting, kidnapping, robbing, or concluding hostile scenarios inside designated Safe Zones is strictly prohibited. If a player flees into a safe zone during an active fight, do not shoot inside—file an OOC support ticket.
Green Zones (Full Immunity):
Hospital, Police Station (APD), Rental Public Garages, Taxi Shed, Main Bank, Mechanic Shed, Trucker Shed, Faction Grind Areas, Dealerships, RTO Office, Reporter HQ, and All Building Interiors.
Red Zones (Shooting Prohibited):
Gun Grinding Area, Material Run Area, Crystal Cooking Facility, and Mr_X Territory.
RULE RP-13
Memory Governance
New Life Rule (NLR)
When knocked out and revived by EMS (AMD) or admitted to the hospital, your character suffers a 30-minute temporary memory loss.
- You will not recall your identity initially, but will naturally recover memories after 30 minutes.
- Your name can be confirmed by checking your pocket ID or through friends present.
- You must completely forget the events and perpetrators that caused your death.
- If an eyewitness present in-game reminds you after 30 minutes, you may resume the storyline.
- If a character is burned, total memory wipe applies for that entire day.
RULE RP-14
Mutual Consent Required
Torture Roleplay
Torture RP is allowed only for criminal or interrogation storylines, and can only be done if the other player has explicitly agreed and it is 100% mutual. Both players must agree beforehand—no player can ever be forced into torture RP. If anyone expresses discomfort (verbally or in OOC), the scene must stop immediately.
Allowed (With Mutual Consent):
• Interrogation scenes with physical or psychological intimidation.
• Controlled, storyline-driven harm that serves the roleplay narrative.
• The victim must keep full body functionality (walking, speaking, using hands, seeing) and full agency over their recovery.
Strictly Prohibited:
• Any torture roleplay without advance mutual consent from both players.
• Forced permanent maiming, dismemberment, or character death.
• Any sexual acts, sexual assault, or humiliation (Instant Permanent Ban).
RULE RP-15
Zero Tolerance
Exploiting & Bugs
It is your responsibility to report bugs or unbalanced mechanics immediately through support ticket options (do not break character). If you are caught exploiting the system, you will be removed from the community permanently.
Player Responsibilities:
• Report all discovered bugs and unbalanced mechanics immediately via ticket.
• Stay in character during unexpected game glitches.
• Help maintain fair play and balanced mechanics for the entire community.
Strictly Prohibited:
• Emote spam to avoid actions or damage.
• Engaging in item or vehicle duplication.
• Sending money or items between characters (even via third parties).
• Using glitched vehicles or items that give you an unfair advantage.
* Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Any scenario where a player exploits server systems will result in an immediate permanent ban.
RULE RP-16
Strictly Prohibited
Suicide Roleplay
Roleplaying suicide or self-harm is strictly forbidden in Atlantic Roleplay. While we understand that these events unfortunately occur in real life, they are sensitive subjects. To keep our community safe and respectful for everyone, all forms of suicide RP are completely disallowed in our city.
Expected Behavior:
• Value your character's life at all times through Fear RP and survival instincts.
• Call for EMS (AMD) medical aid during critical health emergencies.
• Keep all storylines respectful and safe for all community members.
Strictly Prohibited:
• Any roleplay depicting, simulating, or threatening suicide or self-harm.
• Ending your character's life to avoid police arrest, jail time, or hostile scenarios.
• Making light of or referencing suicide in IC or OOC channels (Zero Tolerance).
Roleplay Toolkit & In-Game Reference
Interactive Tools
IN-GAME COMMANDS
Interactive RP Syntax
Usage of /me, /do, and /try
These text commands allow your character to perform actions, describe realistic surroundings, or determine uncertain outcomes when game animations cannot show them:
/me [Action]
Describes your character's physical actions, movements, or expressions that lack in-game animations.
Example: /me slowly opens the glovebox and reaches inside.
/do [Environment]
Describes scene surroundings, visible conditions, or asks factual roleplay questions to others.
Example: /do The smell of alcohol is clearly noticeable on his jacket.
/try [Attempt]
Attempts a risky or uncertain action where success is decided randomly by the server system.
Example: /try attempts to lockpick the door latch silently.
⚠️ Essential Command Rule: Never use
/me or /do to force an outcome on another player without giving them a chance to react (e.g. /me knocks the officer out cold is strictly Power Gaming). Always allow the other party to respond!
RP DICTIONARY
Tamil In-Game Slang Guide
In-Character Alternative Vocabulary
To preserve complete immersion and avoid Breaking Character, never use real-life technical terms in the city. Use these accepted in-character Tamil slang replacements:
Medical Aid / Low HP
"Ennaku odambu seri illa sir"
Restart Game / Relog
"Headwash / Manda kaluvuran"
Game Crash / Timeout
"Manda veduchuruchu / Headblast"
PC / Laptop Rig
"Periya Manda"
Frame Rate (FPS)
"Naadi Tudipu"
Latency / Network Ping
"Uyir Naadi"
Discord Server / Call
"Periya Radio"
Direct Message (DM)
"Mail"
Disconnect / Quitting
"Toonga Poran / Sleep"
💡 Immersion Tip: Using these creative words allows you to communicate technical issues to players and EMS without breaking roleplay or getting penalized for OOC talk.
03. City & Citizen Directives
Section C
CITY-01
Civilian Decorum
Civilian Conduct & Group Limits
Always respect fellow citizens. Do not harass or intentionally disturb others. Obey all lawful government orders. Group formations in public city streets are limited to a maximum of 5 civilians (except inside official gang territories). Cooperate during police investigations and never flee midway through questioning.
CITY-02
Traffic Regulations
Traffic Laws, Speed Limits & Highway Safety
San Andreas traffic ordinances are strictly enforced by the Atlantic Police Department (APD):
Police Road Limit: 40 KM/H
City Road Limit: 60 KM/H
Driving Lane: Drive on Right
Drifting / Burnouts: Prohibited in City
Emergency Sirens: Pull over to side
Pedestrians: Zebra Crossings Only
CITY-03
Legal Procedure
Name & Gender Change Protocol
Citizens desiring a legal name or gender change must follow the municipal protocol:
- Requirements: Character Level 10+ and in-game processing fees (up to 5 Lakhs depending on department negotiations).
- Step 1: Obtain an authorized signature and clearance certificate from APD Police (Max 2 Lakh).
- Step 2: Obtain an authorized medical clearance certificate from AMD EMS Doctor (Max 2 Lakh).
- Step 3: Present both certificates to a Government Executive Officer for final endorsement.
- Step 4: Submit the Name Change Registration Form (Fee: 1 Lakh).
- Exceptions: New citizens below Level 2 or players with pronunciation collisions receive free administrative name updates.
CITY-04
Character Governance
Second Character Guidelines & Restrictions
Citizens operating a second character must adhere to strict separation directives:
- Your primary character must achieve at least Level 5 in-game before requesting a second slot.
- At least one of your two characters must actively serve in a government service (Police APD or Medical AMD).
- Zero Wealth Sharing: Transferring money, vehicles, or properties between your characters is strictly prohibited.
- Switch Cooldown: 10–15 minutes cooldown upon switching characters. You must not enter active scenarios for 10 minutes.
- No illegal Police or EMS roleplay against your own primary character's gang affiliates.
CITY-05
Criminal Procedure
Kidnapping Regulations & Demand Limits
Kidnapping requires tactical discipline and strict compliance:
- No /carry Usage: Victims must be instructed into vehicles via gunpoint. Use
/tieto secure them inside and/dragupon exiting. - Target Conditions: Targets must be on-foot and isolated. Ramming or chasing closed vehicles to kidnap is prohibited (bikes require Fear RP).
- Kidnapping Law Enforcement Officers:
• 1 Officer: Requires 2+ fully armed kidnappers and 5+ active Police online.
• 2 Officers: Requires 4+ fully armed kidnappers and 9+ active Police online. - Demand Limits: Kidnappers may ask for a maximum ransom of $50,000 OR 1 strategic demand OR reduce Police response by 1 unit.
CITY-06
Faction Protocol
Faction Resignation (Faction Quit) Procedure
Members leaving an official faction (APD, AMD, Mechanic, Taxi) must notify their Faction Head in advance. Once approved, use in-game confirmation. The Faction Head is responsible for logging the official department cooldown within 24 hours.
CITY-07
Operational Limits
Revenge RP, Case Durations & Backup Caps
- Revenge RP: Must be initiated within 1–2 days after valid NLR expiry. Never take revenge against Police or Medics after NLR.
- Police Cases: All active investigations must conclude within 1 week; unproven charges must be dismissed.
- Backup Units: Gang backup is capped by the current online count of active Police. Once suppress fire is exchanged, no additional backup may join.
CITY-08
Correctional Protocol
Prison Escape Regulations
No shootouts are permitted during prison escapes. Escapees may utilize public payphones outside the prison or forgery roleplay to arrange transport. The prison tracking device must be broken; failure to disable the tracker permits Police to trace your coordinates. If caught, additional charges apply.
CITY-09
Aviation Authority
Aircraft & Aviation Guidelines
All planes and helicopters require a valid Pilot License. Aircraft must take off and land strictly on authorized Airport Runways and spawn/despawn only within airport hangars. Abandoning aircraft on city streets will result in heavy fines, vehicle impoundment, and license revocation. Flight test training is restricted to designated desert airspace.
CITY-10
Operational Stealth
Identity Masking & Private Radio Eavesdropping
Government and private employees participating in illicit scenes must conceal their identity. When speaking on private radios (/pr), nearby citizens can overhear murmurs and radio transmissions within proximity range—remain vigilant when calling backup.
04. Gang & Robbery Directives
Section D
GANG & HEIST MATRIX
Coming Soon
Underground Turf Wars & Bank Heist Protocols
Comprehensive gang territory war guidelines, illegal crafting balancing, store/bank robbery timers, and black market contraband regulations are currently being compiled for the upcoming Atlantic Roleplay server release.