Pearce

50/50 Honestly bro I would prefer someone being a mod that has been around for a while and it looks like you disappeared. Wish the best! Hopefully you can come on more

+1 I'm a firm believer in someone changing after some time. I believe Frumzy should be given a chance!

I believe that the reason for your ban was absolutely dumbfounded just for it to be "Bye." It leaves you with 0 context especially when making an appeal. I would weigh in here; depending on how severe your case is, it looks like it's been a while since you RDMed, something I am assuming was the reason why you got banned if the reason was changed. You have been banned for two years I think you should be unbanned, again this is just imo.

You should follow the format. Honestly, this is also a very poorly made appeal if you are trying to be apologetic.

+1 Make it one slot would be cool.

I even appreciate the fact he came out with the idea. Tbh it just makes a great inconvenience especially in a PK situation

String. Please explain how I am a "total" minge. If possible, please show proof. I've played this server for over a year with a month+ in playtime. In addition to that, I've been apart of a faction actively roleplaying and climbing it's ranks. I don't see how that prevents me from becoming staff. What I can understand is my POs, but like I noted everyone makes mistakes. Please explain a bit more if possible?

It honestly is an inconvenience and doesn't really seem like something people would RP for

That is actually a fair point about the video. I want to clarify on that situation. Basically a Jew kept running us over and extensively kept trying to VDM. That was actually a last resort and became a valid kill for me.

I don't see how my staff application is some sort of plot against the commission. I'm here to enforce fairness regardless of who is on what side. I'm here to enforce the rules and correct mistakes if I see any, hopefully creating a stronger community base.

Teach me the proper ways Jay

Goes far to show how favoritism works in the server. I may be just ranting honestly but not really helpful to the community to just say "-1 not a commission main." In my opinion we should drop faction biases to create a more fair and maintain a stable administrative environment. Just my (Imo) This application should not be seen as going against the commission; rather it should be seen as a way to involve people who have made mistakes, who want to create a stronger environment for everyone at the end of the day, regardless of what faction someone is in. For me, this is definitely a learning experience.

In-Game Name(s): Gideon Valtieri, Jackson Romano, Aiden Frost, Anthony Ferrari, Mitchell Jackson, Dong Morgan Steam Name: Indexcicive Steam Profile Link: https://steamcommunity.com/my/ Steam ID: STEAM_0:0:117683863 Discord Username: Indexcicive Age: 22 When did you first join the server: Approximately March 2024 Total playtime on our Servers (Do !time in-game): I can't visit the game at the moment but ~ 1 month+ Time Zone: CST. How much time can you realistically dedicate to moderating?: 2 hours daily; 14 hours weekly. Have you read the rules?: Yes Do you have a working microphone?: Yes Do you acknowledge that you must meet the weekly minimum ticket quota of 20 tickets? (Unless you have posted a valid LOA): Yes Are you familiarized with SAM and/or Nutscript commands?: No. Do you acknowledge that lying on this application will result in immediate denial and blacklisting from staff?: Yes. ------------------------------------------------- Long Answer Questions proceeded with an asterix require a response of 5 Sentences Minimum. What is your motivation/reason for applying?: * In the past year I have learned a lot about the server and it's rules. I have learned that the server can require admins who will also be on during the night time of EST/CST because we lack admins during that time frame. I felt the motivation to step up and try to become an admin, and hopefully be a successful administrator by solving people's problems and utilizing the rules created. I want to try my hardest to follow it to a perfect T. Being apart of the administration team allows me to be able to have a **VERY** clear incentive as to how the rules work, because I am a person who works hands on in situations. If a situation occurs I learn because of mistakes and I try not to repeat blatant mistakes. If I create a mistake knowingly, I own up to it. Why should you be considered over other candidates?: * I believe I have had a long time in the server to be able to create solutions and solve issues. I am someone who tried his best to look at both sides when given clear evidence, and I try to analyze situations as clearly as I can with intent to understand the situation better before committing to some sort of decision. I've noticed many people become hot heated and that is an unprofessional way to present one self as an administrator. I firmly believe that by taking a high role, you are given a specific mobility and trust to handle situations that mean a lot to the server. I analyze, question, attempt to correct others/myself if I see there is an issue, advise for the sake of the other person benefiting positively that should be an overall good outlook for the community, and more. Do you have any previous staffing experience? (Please list where, what position and how long): I have numerous staffing positions. Roblox: Atlas Corporation - Founder (Est 2014.) (Roblox MilitarySim) 2014 - 2021. I actively created one of the best communities along side other community owners that tens of thousands of Roblox players utilize in their own communities nowadays. I was a part of the expansion of A.C.S. (Advance Combat Systems), an open source development system that utilizes Arma 3 like capabilities in Roblox Studio, which enhanced Roleplay experiences for users on Roblox. Subsequently, I led this corporation with 2k members. Venomous Gaming: 2016-2019(?) Moderator. Exact date I can't remember but around that time frame I believe is the closest I can think of. I've created a few networks as well across the GMod community but nothing as significant as Diverge. Have you been banned before on any of our servers? If so, why?: Would you say that you are well known in our community, what's your reputation, what do other members think of you?: * I have been banned before on Diverge. It has been for different reasons. In the beginning my POs were definitely based off of mingeness before I mained faction on Colombos. After joining Colombos I've taken an extensive look at trying to improve my actions. There were situations that have happened more recently than I've argued were extremely nuianced, and I've been banned for it because of POs. However I've never intended these mistakes continuously. At the end of the day, we are all not perfect. But this gives me a chance to come forward and even give other people a chance to improve, and hopefully teach them to become quality players like how I try to be. What is your favourite moment on Diverge so far?: Where do I begin lol I've very much enjoyed the shootouts and roleplay we have done as the Mafia, it really gave a great immersion and gave me some time to worry about game problems rather irl. Car lines woah Mafia shit so cool!!! To an extent, I think people like a good mixture of funny banter and serious roleplay or immersive roleplay. So this definitely was really fun for me. https://medal.tv/games/garrys-mod/clips/j7XjzJMTtAyycwieC/spok?invite=cr-MSw0VDYsNTMwMzE5NDQs https://medal.tv/games/garrys-mod/clips/j3QiwaQuY_KXVzDfM/spok?invite=cr-MSxPNDIsNTMwMzE5NDQs Have any staff members recommended you? If so, list their names: At the moment, no. I may update this list to start asking other staff members for recommendations if they choose to. ------------------------------------------------- Problem Solving Detail step by step exactly the actions you would take. Someone RDMs and you are currently off-duty. How do you handle this?: First, if there is other staff on to handle the situation and a ticket shows up, they can take the ticket. However if no one is online to be able to handle the ticket, I believe I should go on duty and immediately respond to it if no one has claimed it within 2 minutes tops. (If there is staff on. If not I'll handle it right away.) I would first assess what the person has stated. "I was RDMed by this guy." Do you have a clip? (I should review the clip and understand the situation a bit more before just siding with someone UNLESS the evidence is blatantly clear that this was RDM.) I should bring the accused into a situation and explain that he shot x person. What was the reasons? And from there it depends on what the situation is. Maybe there is context before that led to a shootout, (follow escalation rules and ensure that the accused is aware of such.) or if it is blatant RDM you would warn them. (Verbal or actual notes or bans. This would be case by case as it requires checking POs and looking at evidence before coming to a conclusion. Of course if I feel weary about a situation I should call staff higher than me to assess the situation and learn about the issue before issuing a punishment\dropping a situation overall. You have seen a fellow staff member of higher or equal rank than you abusing fairly often, but never doing anything too noticeable. What do you do?: If I have seen it it means I should confirm if it is abusing. Maybe it isn't something I know about what they are doing and shouldn't jump to conclusions right away. However if it is clear they are abusing, I should be gathering evidence and sending it to UA so they can oversee what is happening. A member of your faction / friend of yours has a ticket made against them accusing them of RDM’ing, and minging. You know that this person rarely does this when you play with him. How do you proceed knowing this? Does it constitute possible bias?: I have request a different admin because that could constitute to bias. I want to try my best to not take on a situation with bias as that could be detrimental to my reputation. If there is anything I can add I don't mind responding to comments made. Thanks for reading!

To add onto this, in your clip 0:03 Seconds; How did you and your friend take out hands at the exact same time without giving each other a mutual understanding you would hit the car? This looks a lot like you metagamed this to be in unison with your partner.

Hi Vethar, I was the one you killed in this situation. There is a way to escalate this situation appropriately. Your logic does not apply to how the rules work. What you are saying is, "He used words to disrespect us, so kill him." This is the prime example of RDMing. There was no direct threat to you, nor to your partner. Both of you went out of your way to block my vehicle; and subsequently hit my car for no reason. Similarly to how no damage was done to me, no harm was done after being run over. However, you went out of your way to take your firearm out and kill me, while not posing any threat to you. It doesn't change the fact that you RDM'ed. Rather if both of us took guns out while aiming at each other/having it off safety or pistol whipped one another, then you and I would be getting into a fight that wasn't breaking any rules. Instead, you just posted an RDM clip and an RDM bait. Similarly, you somehow knew who I was without having my recognition or my name in game; essentially, you bring OOC knowledge into the game and use it for your IC bias. Attached shows my perspective of what you said; which is to what your partner posted too. https://medal.tv/games/garrys-mod/clips/k87sUMCUgLwiKxovg?invite=cr-MSxJQ28sNTMwMzE5NDQ If you watch my clip, you can notice how I did nothing to provoke you to shoot your firearm at me. However; through appropriate escalation, you could take your gun out and place it on safety; pistol whip or whatever. You were banned for RDM = Random Death Match, Killing Players without valid reason. There is no valid reason for you to take out your firearm against me, thus resulting a ban. For escalation rules, please view two links I am going to post coming from the official Diverge RP networks forums page. 1. Let's break this down. In the video, you block my vehicle. You hit it after I disrespect you. I tell you both to stop, and that is continued. I ram over the individual, not inflicting any damage. I step out the vehicle to confront you about the situation, and you wait, take out your firearm, and kill me. *Again, this is baiting. You are baiting to shoot me.* And because I have died, it was considered as RDM. If someone is loitering/following/harassing you you may give them warnings to leave you be, if they ignore several warnings and continue you may attack/kill them. (One warning will not suffice, multiple warnings in a very short time span will also not suffice, you have to give them time to react.) *You have not given any warning to leave.* Likewise if someone runs you (pedestrian) over / hits you with their car intentionally you may kill them. However, if it was an accident or incidental car clipping and was not intentional, be reasonable and don't kill them. You may not attack/start confrontations with people in order to kill them when they defend themselves. This is considered baiting. Additionally, I wasn't following you guys; rather, you all were following me. Ways to Identify someone IC'ly: -You have their F3 *You don't.* -They Identify themselves to you, verbally giving you their full name / unique nickname *We never met, you somehow knew Pearce but my name does not include Pearce. Nor have we ever encountered each other in Roleplay with my character.* -Someone who has their F3 Identifies them to you. *According to both your clip and your partners, the both of you didn't have my recognition.* In your friend's clip on 00:27, you can see me slowing down, and your friend runs in front of my vehicle to make me stop. (It appears he may have tried to get himself VDMed.) VSync may have been a small issue, but you can see I was trying to still drive, but couldn't because your friend came infront. My initial reaction would be to stop. At the end of the day, this to me looks like your argument is "I got disrespected, so I will take my firearm out and shoot the guy while I have the chance because I forced him to do something." And this, again, is the prime definition of RDM Baiting. 0:25 of your clip, you can see me walk out the vehicle with no firearm in my hand. Essentially, I wasn't an active threat to you, and you went out to still shoot me down.

Having entities for this is good. Make a garbage control faction for citizens to make money and give them a truck to pick up entities and put them in the garbage truck: deliver to the same taxi area to "dispose of the garbage" and collect money per garbage bags regardless of what's in it. Make entities you eat turn into garbage you can throw away

Name of Character: Tristano "Belgrade" Valtieri SteamID: 76561198353748922 Your Discord ID#: mvpmas0n Date of PK: 4/19/2025 Reason for PK: Raid Why should you be unPK'd? What server rule or PK rule was violated?: i believe that the pearson who shot me had 3rd party help in this fight due to him knowing when we pulled back and where we were, additionally he extremely quickly snapped to mine and my partners exact locations to kill us. during the initial attack they were staying in their base however the moment we started to pull back they started to follow, he followed over to my position where the moment he peeked the corner he was able to shoot and kill me. he then walked away to go back inside to where he also killed my partner in a similar fashion by very quickly snapping to his spot up on the train tracks. Main points are him knowing our locations and movements and snapping onto us while shooting. If possible please provide video evidence or photo evidence if PK does not follow the guidelines: https://medal.tv/games/garrys-mod/clips/k7lSrF1u7i-cqSF-A?invite=cr-MSxORUssMjI1Mzk3MDQ0 **For clarification, this PK Appeal was made for MvpMas0n, the sitting admin affirmed it would be fine to create the appeal for Mason since he can't login to forums. This was his appeal made by him.**

Name of Character: Jackson Romano SteamID: STEAM_0:0:117683863 Your Discord ID#: Indexcicive Date of PK: 4/19/2025 Reason for PK: Raid (through escalated conflicts) Why should you be unPK'd? What server rule or PK rule was violated?: I should be unPK'ed because the individual who killed, Char ID 160706, seemed to know exactly where everyone was going in that entire raid. There was some sort of hacks used in this situation to know exactly where the hitters were. When we were about to attack, the opposing side, at roughly 4:00 AM CST, decided to hop on to protect the property. Originally, there was just Marciano Altoviti, who was to be the target. Immediately after we had 5-6 people on a roof far away from the warehouse, they loaded in 3-4 more people.. With no one around the area except the individuals inside the warehouse, they kept baiting to attack the warehouse. When we make an attempt, all of a sudden, they load people into the server to prepare right away. There was no way to really tell if we were going to attempt an attack unless you were able to see through walls how many people were planning an attack. Subsequently, there was only one Altoviti on at the time, who continued to switch on and off characters, which we took note of. Initially, we pushed into the warehouse and attempted a hard push. We decided to flee back, and as we fled back, they attempted to push in the same second we fled. In this instance, you would want to scope out and wait to see if the area was clear before attempting to fight back. But they knew exactly where my other hitter, Tristano, was, as well as when I tried to swing back, where I was. In my push, I have a video that shows I spotted our target through the peaks of the train track and took a general note of where he walked to without even looking at the tracks. In that same second, he immediately guns me out by turning around, aiming directly at me, and killing me. I noticed the target at 00:14. 00:18 I take a general guess to estimate where he would walk to and take note of last position. At 00:22 somehow he locks on and finds out exactly where I am, seeing me directly. Exactly on that same second of 00:22, he shoots me on the head and I die. According to the staff, they were watching these fights. this was the initial concern in the beginning of it all, "They are most likely going to use hacks." As soon as we stood infront of the property, they baited by expressing heavy activity through rumours. While the argument could be made that "He heard you", it seems odd that the entire fight he knew where two attackers were, and when it was the right time to push when we left with zero hesitation. If possible, please provide video evidence or photo evidence if PK does not follow the guidelines: https://medal.tv/games/garrys-mod/clips/k7lRGK3Qu3io7E4tB?invite=cr-MSxmNVMsNTMwMzE5NDQ We were asked to create an appeal because it was highly recommended that we do so.

I appreciate the message back about this. Yeah that is valid! It is hard to go about defending someone who has been permad before and again. I can understand how notes can leave a bad impression personally, and have seen how sometimes Admins use it for personal shit to be honest. In my opinion, an unban should go through but I'm not gonna lie, this really should be the last straw. You have to be very careful about everything you would do if you get un permad. Anyways that's my imo

I have a very mixed opinion for this ban. As much as I really like Chief Sosa and want to see him unbanned because of how funny the guy was, in the administrative perspective it is very difficult to justify unbanning someone who has been perma'd 2+ times and there being genuine proof for the unperma. At the same time, I want to vouch for Sosa because his appeal seems apologetic; once again. How would you ensure that these bans don't happen again? It feels like the same mistake may happen in the future and that the appeal wouldn't have been all the worth if that was the case.

"Including one po for item transfer." Now that is the issue in my opinion, if it is true he has a previous offense for Item Transfer I would say -1 to his appeal.

+1 I don't know about his extensive but if he had Extensive POs for item transferring? Obviously he shouldn't be let back. But if he has pos for other warns not related to I.T. then he really should be given a shot since three months passed by. In my opinion I'd look at this by a (if he item transfered before than obviously him doing it again doesn't mean he is sorry.) but from the sound of it it looks like he did it one time. (?) I wouldn't have this guy permad if that's the case, it seems like he should be given a chance. This is important to note, if his POs were for Item Transferring then obviously he shouldn't be let back in. But if it is for other situations not related to I.T. then I don't see how given the guy a chance hurts. Just my I.M.O. since he is permad right now.

-1. I don't see this player as someone who would handle situations based off of respecting the server rules; rather I've seen this player minge a majority of the time. It doesn't seem befitting to the community as a whole in my opinion.

+1 Unbiased and will handle situations effectively rather beneficially.

+1 This guy being perma banned for years on end seems a bit much; however granted he attempted to try to levy the ban through different means by attempted connections on different steam accounts, It doesn't look like he has a history and even then that was about three years ago. Anyone new probably wouldnt have known the risks. Imo I would give him a shot and if he screws up then the punishments would be heavier.