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diff --git a/communities/174bg/handbook/public/index.html b/communities/174bg/handbook/public/index.html index 25d7c5d..6be87cf 100644 --- a/communities/174bg/handbook/public/index.html +++ b/communities/174bg/handbook/public/index.html @@ -410,6 +410,221 @@ </section> </article> + <article id="rules-of-engagement"> + <h2>Rules of Engagement</h2> + <p> + The Rules of Engagement define when and how members of the 174th + Battle Group are authorised to use force. All members are expected to + know and follow these rules at all times. Failure to do so may result + in disciplinary action. + </p> + + <section id="authorised-use-of-force"> + <h3>Authorised Use of Force</h3> + <p>Force is authorised only under the following conditions:</p> + <ul> + <li> + <strong>Direct hostile action:</strong> A target has taken hostile + action against group members or assets. + </li> + <li> + <strong>Demonstrated hostile intent:</strong> A target has + displayed clear hostile intent, such as weapons charged and + directed at group personnel or an aggressive approach with no + communication. + </li> + <li> + <strong>Standing orders:</strong> Command has designated the + target hostile by standing order prior to the engagement. + </li> + <li> + <strong>Active contract or mission objective:</strong> The target + is identified as an objective within a sanctioned mission or + contract. + </li> + <li> + <strong>Defence of a neutral or civilian:</strong> A neutral or + civilian is under active attack and the group has the capacity to + intervene. + </li> + </ul> + </section> + + <section id="escalation-and-warning"> + <h3>Escalation and Warning</h3> + <p> + Unless a member or the group is under active fire, a warning must be + issued before engaging. Members must make a reasonable attempt to + communicate intent and allow the target an opportunity to stand + down. If the target does not respond or continues to advance, force + may be used under the applicable condition above. + </p> + <p> + Offensive engagements, where the group initiates contact against a + target not currently attacking, require explicit authorisation from + a Rank 4 or higher officer, or from the council. Individual members + may not initiate offensive action on their own authority. + </p> + </section> + + <section id="civilians-and-neutrals"> + <h3>Civilians and Neutrals</h3> + <p> + The default stance toward civilians and neutral parties is to avoid + interaction entirely. Members must not provoke, threaten, or engage + neutral parties without authorisation. If a neutral becomes a direct + threat, the escalation process applies before force may be used. + </p> + </section> + + <section id="surrendered-and-fleeing-enemies"> + <h3>Surrendered and Fleeing Enemies</h3> + <p> + Enemies who surrender or attempt to flee must be pursued and + captured where possible. Lethal force against a surrendered or + fleeing enemy is a last resort, permitted only when capture is not + feasible and the enemy remains an active threat. Rank 3 and above + may authorise the release of a captured enemy if operational + circumstances require it. + </p> + </section> + + <section id="prohibited-actions"> + <h3>Prohibited Actions</h3> + <p> + The following actions are prohibited at all times, regardless of + orders: + </p> + <ul> + <li> + <strong>Impairing medical vessels:</strong> Medical ships must not + be attacked, disabled, or obstructed unless the vessel is + confirmed hostile and the group has its own medical capacity + available. + </li> + <li> + <strong>Destroying escape pods:</strong> Escape pods must never be + destroyed. Members are expected to pursue and capture them where + possible. + </li> + <li> + <strong>Griefing:</strong> Harassment, repeated unprovoked + attacks, and any conduct intended to ruin the experience of other + players is strictly prohibited. + </li> + </ul> + </section> + + <section id="friendly-fire"> + <h3>Friendly Fire</h3> + <p> + All friendly fire incidents, accidental or otherwise, must be + reported to the commanding officer immediately and documented. + Members involved must stand down and await instruction before + continuing the engagement. + </p> + </section> + + <section id="target-verification"> + <h3>Target Verification</h3> + <p> + Before engaging any target, members must have visual confirmation of + hostile action or recognised hostile markings. Uncertainty is not + sufficient grounds to open fire. If a member cannot confirm a target + is hostile, they must hold fire and seek clarification from their + commanding officer. + </p> + </section> + </article> + + <article id="code-of-conduct"> + <h2>Code of Conduct</h2> + <p> + The Code of Conduct sets out the standards of behaviour expected of + all members of the 174th Battle Group. It applies across all group + platforms and activities: in-game, on Discord, on any other group + tools, and on external platforms when a member is visibly representing + the group. Membership is conditional on upholding these standards. + </p> + + <section id="expected-behaviour"> + <h3>Expected Behaviour</h3> + <p>All members are expected to:</p> + <ul> + <li> + Treat all members and non-members with respect at all times. + </li> + <li> + Refrain from harassment, hate speech, and discrimination in any + form. + </li> + <li>Follow the orders of ranking members during operations.</li> + <li> + Raise disputes through proper channels rather than through direct + confrontation. + </li> + <li>Be honest with leadership and fellow members.</li> + </ul> + </section> + + <section id="disciplinary-process"> + <h3>Disciplinary Process</h3> + <p> + Discipline is handled on a case by case basis. There are no fixed + tiers; the response is proportionate to the severity and context of + the conduct in question. + </p> + <ul> + <li> + <strong>Informal warning:</strong> Any Rank 3 or above may issue + an informal warning for minor conduct issues. + </li> + <li> + <strong>Formal warning:</strong> A Rank 4 officer or department + head may issue a formal warning for more serious or repeated + issues. + </li> + <li> + <strong>Removal:</strong> Removal from the group requires a vote + of the Rank 5 council. A majority is required to pass. + </li> + </ul> + <p> + Members subject to disciplinary action have the right to present + their account of events before a decision is reached. Inactivity is + not treated as a conduct issue and is governed separately. + </p> + </section> + + <section id="grounds-for-immediate-removal"> + <h3>Grounds for Immediate Removal</h3> + <p> + The following offences result in immediate removal from the group + without prior warning. The council may vote to make the removal + permanent. + </p> + <ul> + <li>Cheating or exploiting game mechanics.</li> + <li> + Doxxing or sharing personal information about another member + without their consent. + </li> + <li>Hate speech or discrimination of any kind.</li> + <li>Threatening or blackmailing members.</li> + </ul> + </section> + + <section id="appeals"> + <h3>Appeals</h3> + <p> + Any member who has received a formal warning or been removed from + the group may appeal the decision to the full Rank 5 council. The + council will review the appeal and reach a final decision by + majority vote. Appeal decisions are binding. + </p> + </section> + </article> + <article id="fleet-composition"> <h2>Fleet Composition</h2> |