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{{Heading|Character Rules|#6699cc}} | {{Heading|Character Rules|#6699cc}} | ||
We do not allow any of the following: | We do not allow any of the following: | ||
*'''Copyrighted characters''': You are not allowed to play a character that is copyrighted or trademarked by any other entity, including Paramount, CBS, or any of their affiliates. This means no characters that have appeared in any episode, movie, or published work of any genre or fandom. Similarly, you may not play a character that is related to a copyrighted or trademarked character, or one that has an identical name. | |||
*'''Names of real life persons''': You are not allowed to play a character named for any living or dead celebrity, or intentionally name your character after someone you know. While we allow players to make their character name the same as their real name, we don't recommend it. Our application has a link to a name generator that can provide you with some inspiration if you need it. | |||
* '''Section 31 members''': Section 31 is a tiny, and extremely exclusive organization. Less than 0.1% of StarFleet members would be a part of it. As such, Section 31 characters may only be played by group staff, and only in specific circumstances. | * '''Section 31 members''': Section 31 is a tiny, and extremely exclusive organization. Less than 0.1% of StarFleet members would be a part of it. As such, Section 31 characters may only be played by group staff, and only in specific circumstances. | ||
* '''Superhero abilities''': None of the species we allow for the game can fly, burn objects with their eyes, or other such abilities which generally are found in superhero comics. | * '''Superhero abilities''': None of the species we allow for the game can fly, burn objects with their eyes, or other such abilities which generally are found in superhero comics. | ||
* '''Telekinetics''': This is the ability to move objects with your mind. | * '''Telekinetics''': This is the ability to move objects with your mind. | ||
* '''Q characters''': As with telekinetics, Qs, Dowds, and such are simply too powerful for our use. | * '''Q characters''': As with telekinetics, Qs, Dowds, and such are simply too powerful for our use. | ||