DiscordRules for Direct Strike on 
1. Leaving / AFK
Leaving is not allowed and will result in a sanction. If a player leaves or goes AFK within 3 minutes, the players from both teams are to draw the game. Refusing or failing, by lack of action, to draw the game, is forbidden and will result in a sanction.
2. Pausing
Each player may pause the game or ask the game to be paused twice for a maximum of 2 minutes per pause.
3. Toxicity
Toxicity is not allowed in chat. Racism, threats, personal insults or any other form of toxicity can result in a sanction. We don't encourage trash talking. Relatively harmless banter is fine, but don't cross the line.
4. Sabotage
Intentionally hindering the team's performance (e.g. selling units for no valid reason, selling all units, doing nothing, etc.) will result in a sanction.
5. Gaining Unfair Advantage
Stream-sniping or any other effort to gain an unfair (information) advantage will be punished.
6. Smurfing
Smurf accounts are allowed on ladder and this is no longer a violation as it was in the past.
Reporting
We require you to report bad behavior you see in your ladder games so we can make the environment better for everyone. Reports will be looked at by a dedicated team of moderators and action will be taken if needed and at the moderator's discretion.
Report W3Champions PlayerModeration Policy
This moderation policy explains how we handle reports and enforce rules on W3Champions. Our goal is to foster a positive, fair gaming environment where all players can enjoy the game. The moderation process is designed to be transparent and consistent, and we are committed to improving player behavior through fair enforcement.
Warning and Ban Process
- 1st Report = 1st Warning
- 2nd Report = 2nd Warning (Ban may be applied)
- 3rd Report = Ban (1-3 days)
Ban Reset
After a ban, the player's warnings reset. This means that the player will start with 1 warning again if they are reported before any further action.
Repeat Offenders
After 3 bans, further offenses can result in longer ban durations.
Chat-Related Offenses
- 1st Report = 1st Warning
- 2nd Report = 2nd Warning (Mute may be applied)
- 3rd Report = Mute (1-3 days)
Special Case Handling
Crashes on Loading Screen
Crashes are handled with more leniency. Players will receive 4-5 warnings before a short-term ban (1-3 days). If the player provides proof of a crash (e.g., error logs or screenshots), the warning or ban may be removed.
Gameplay Sabotage
Malicious intent is required for gameplay sabotage. In the absence of replays, chat evidence is used to determine if a player is intentionally trying to lose the game or hinder their team. If players attempt to mislead the moderation process through chat, they will be punished accordingly.
We do not punish poor gameplay.
