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Mafia XXXV - The WebDip Class Reunion

#1 Post by DemonRHK » Thu Mar 15, 2018 4:14 pm

INTRODUCTION

Mafia is an educated guessing game of epic proportions. The objective of the game (for the town majority) is to kill all mafia members before they outnumber the rest of the town. The game is typically very active, so the thread will get big quickly. However, it is essential to read the thread to play the game.


GENERAL RULES

0. The GM reserves the right to adjudicate individual scenarios that arise during the course of the game at his discretion.
1. All players must vote at least once per game day, and post at least twice per game day.
2. All players are forbidden from posting screenshots of their role PMs.
3. All players are forbidden from using encryption.
4. All players are forbidden from using non-sanctioned PMing, or copied mechanics.
5. All spectators and players who have been eliminated are forbidden from posting on all comment threads related to the game notes.
6. All players are forbidden from cheating.
7. All players are required to play to win.
8. Players and/or teams may not concede the game in public.
9. All players must not +1 other players' posts.


ELABORATION

0. Given a lack of omniscience, the GM cannot create a rule to resolve all possible scenarios pre-emptively. To compensate for this, the GM is permitted to resolve a given scenario however they see fit, within the remit of the rules listed above, in the interest of all participants. The GM will resolve all scenarios as closely as possible to the intention of the rules, and will present an explanation regarding the adjudication to the greatest possible detail (which does not compromise anything in-game) and as closely in accordance with the written rules as possible.

1. You MUST cast a vote at least once during each day phase. You may vote and then 'unvote' (see below) if you change your mind as the Day progresses, however you may not end the phase with an 'unvote' in place. Anyone violating this rule will be modkilled unless there are very extenuating circumstances. Ending the day with a vote on “No Lynch” is permitted. During each day phase, every player MUST make at least two game-related posts. The GMs will use reasonable discretion when applying this rule.

2. All role PMs have been posted in the setup information. The point of this rule is to forbid "gaming" the role PMs to determine alignments; after all, the fun of this game is reading people, not outguessing the GM.

3. Encryption is defined as posting an encoded message on public channels that an average person would require outside software or other tools to decode. It is perfectly acceptable to leave "hidden messages" in your posts (for example, spelling out "I AM THE COP" with the first letters of every sentence), but as a rule of thumb, if you don't think the average user could decode it without a decryption service, don't post it.

4. All in-game communications should be kept within the thread. Only GM endorsed QuickTopic threads can be used for communicating with one another outside of the main game thread; aside from this, there should be no other forms of private messaging between players. You may PM the GM with questions or instructions.

5. Players who have been removed from the game are no longer playing the game, and will not be permitted to comment on it in private messages or comment threads. A special QuickTopic "God Thread" will be opened for individuals who wish to spectate on the game, or players who have been eliminated. Use this channel to discuss the game while it is still ongoing.

6. This is a catch-all rule intended to preserve the spirit of the game. If you are considering saying or doing something that may be against the spirit of the game, message the GM about it before saying/doing it and the GM will let you know whether it is allowed or not.

To clarify further: Players may not copy and paste any game related Mechanics. Players may not doctor, and create fake game related mechanics. Players may not share personal correspondence between GM to player under any circumstances. The GM will not confirm any claims, or adjudicate based upon anything that could easily be sorted out through questioning and evidentiary circumstance.

7. This rule simply means that your actions should in some conceivable way advance your win condition as stated in your role PM. This rule is somewhat subjective, because the difference between a mistake and sabotage is sometimes hard to determine; the GM will exercise caution and restraint in observing this rule. This also means that if you need to leave the game for any reason, you should not simply drop out, but should message me first so I can determine the best course of action.

8. If someone wishes to concede defeat, they must PM the GM, or post in their relevant QT thread for the GM to check it over. Public concessions are not permitted.

9. You are not permitted to click the "+1" on any other player's in-game posts. Giving +1s to the GM, by contrast, is actively encouraged.

PENALTIES

The penalty for breaking one of the above rules is decided at the GM’s discretion, up to and including immediate removal from the game and/or sanctions from future games. Removal and/or sanction are instruments of last resort and will be used only if absolutely necessary. Sanctions such as future bans will be determined by the consensus of the active player base after the game has concluded. A player removed from the game may or may not have their role revealed on removal, depending on the circumstances surrounding their removal.

ROLE ACTIONS
If you are a Power Role or otherwise have any actions to take, please PM your action the GM. Night actions will be processed at the end of the night and can be changed up to that point. Mafia's night kill will be voted on in the mafia QuickTopic thread.


MISCELLANEOUS NOTES

SPAM
Spamming (defined as excessive content-free posting; or, excessive posting regarding subjects irrelevant to the game) is not mod-killed by rule in this game. The in-game voting mechanic exists to curb any advantage that spamming as a tactic may confer; please reference the “VOTING” section below for more information. Suffice to say that spamming is not worth anyone’s time in this setup, and will be frowned upon, so while you may not be lynched or mod-killed for spamming, please refrain from doing so.

PLAYER SILENCES:
Players that have other participants on their mute list are asked to remove them for the duration of this game. Disputes stemming from outside of this game should not carry over into the gameplay. If they do, the GM reserves the right to address these issues and potentially remove or sanction players if it becomes a disruption.

FORUM SILENCES:
If a player is silenced on the forum by the site moderators/admins, an alternate will take their place for the duration of their silence. The silenced player will then have the option to take their position back over or leave it in the hands of the alternate. As long as the silence does not stem from actions involving the mafia thread, there will be no in-game sanctions for a forum silence.

REPLACEMENTS
A player wishing to drop out may be replaced at the GM's discretion. Individuals wishing to serve as potential replacements must NOT join the out-of-game God QT. Replacement is not guaranteed.

TURN DURATION
This game’s Day phases will last 48 hours and Night phases will last 24 hours, unless cut short by in-game mechanics (e.g., hammer). Extensions may be granted at the GM’s discretion, but don’t count on it. Phase shifts will be at 11pm GMT.


VOTING

There are three types of voting within this game: collective voting to execute perceived Mafia in Day phases, collective voting to end a Day or Night phase, and Mafia voting to kill town members in Night phases.

“Lynch” vote: The first level of voting is for whom you intend to kill. Notate this vote with a pair of hash symbols before your intended vote target. (e.g., ##VOTE VECNA) You do not need to spell out your intended target's username fully; as long as the GM can understand who you're referencing. In the event of a tie during an execution vote, no one shall be killed.

PLEASE NOTE: If you do not use double hashtags your vote will not be counted, for reasons of fairness but also because it is unlikely the GM will see your vote using the CTRL+F feature and this rule thus prevents vote miscounts.

Must Vote: At the end of the Day phase, all participating players must have their vote on a candidate. You may ##VOTE and then ##UNVOTE if you change your mind as the Day progresses, however you may not end the phase with an ##UNVOTE in place. Anyone violating this rule will be modkilled unless there are very extenuating circumstances. Ending the day with a vote on “No Lynch” is permitted.

Hammer Vote: The second level of voting is whether or not to employ the hammer mechanic. By default, days are set to 48 hours long, and nights to 24 hours long; however, players may instead elect to activate the hammer mechanic. Notate this vote with a pair of hashes before the word end. (EX: ##END). The day will end as soon as a majority of players are voting to endhammer the same player. If you are not able to vote before the hammer is dropped, you will not be penalized for failing to vote during that day. Night phases may not normally be hammered - any exception to this will be announced by the GM.

Mafia Vote: The third level of voting refers to Mafia members choosing their NK (nightkill) target during Night phases. The mafia members will use their separate QuickTopic thread to discuss this. Please make your votes in bold, like so: kill Zultar (< b > kill Zultar < / b >). Mafia NK will be decided by majority vote. In the event of a tie, the oldest vote will break the tie. The oldest vote determines which member of the Mafia team actually performs the kill.


GM TEAM

This game’s GMs is are DemonRHK and Tom Bombadil. PM them with any questions or concerns and they'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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#2 Post by DemonRHK » Thu Mar 15, 2018 4:16 pm

Mafia XXXV Information

17 Players:

13 Town
9 VT
1 Cop
1 Doctor
1 Deputy
1 Oracle

4 Mafia
1 Godfather
1 Hooker
1 Illusionist
1 Kidnapper

8 Powered Nametags

Link to Role Doc

Shorthand Role Descriptions

COP: Scans target as Guilty/Neutral/Innocent.
DOCTOR: Saves post attack, 1 self save.
DEPUTY: 1 Gunshot, revealed as shooter.
ORACLE: Reveals target (+ Flavor) on death (*Gets N0 Use*)

GODFATHER: Scans innocent to Cop.
HOOKER: Rolebocks.
ILLUSIONIST: Selects target at night, has 1 gunshot revealed as that target (*Gets N0 Use*).
KIDNAPPER: Removes one player for a full Day/Night once per game.

Nametags
Nametags are a special mechanic to M35. they represent your flavor name, and are traded with anyone you visit/are visited by at night. Some nametags have various helpful and harmful powers, but you are unaware of what nametag you have. Once per game, each player may PEEK at their current nametag. (Be warned: In one case, this may have unforseen consequences.) Please refer to the Role Doc for details on the specific powered nametags.

Order Of Night Actions

HOOKER Roleblocks
COP Scans
ORACLE Visits
ILLUSIONIST Glamours
Mafia NIGHT KILLS
DOCTOR Saves
KIDNAPPER Abducts

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#3 Post by DemonRHK » Thu Mar 15, 2018 4:17 pm

Previous Mafia Games

M34
M33
M32
M31
M30
M29
M28
M27
M26
M25
M24
M23
M22
M21
M20
M19
M18
M17
M16
M15
M14
M13
M12
M11
M10
M9
M8
M7
M5
M6
M4
M3.5
M3
M2
M1

Player List

bozotheclown
bo_sox48
Durga
Ezio
Foxcastle
ghug
Jamiet99uk
Maniac
ND
nesdunk14
rdrivera2005
reedeer1
snowy801
VashtaNeurotic
Vecna
xorxes
yavuzovic

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GAME WILL BEGIN AT 6PM EDT
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#4 Post by DemonRHK » Thu Mar 15, 2018 6:10 pm

All Role PMs have been sent via the Forum's PM system. The game will begin in just under 4 hours.

Please PM myself and Tom Bombadil with any questions.

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#5 Post by DemonRHK » Thu Mar 15, 2018 10:00 pm

The sun had just begun it's retreat over the mountains as the cars began to slowly pull into the lone, plain building amongst the concrete wasteland that was the Albuquerque International Sunport. The letters on the signboard they passed as they pulled in hastilly spelled out 'WELCOM WEBDEPLOMANCY ALUMNI', an indication of the quality of the event ahead, to be sure.

Parked, bags unpacked to rooms, and a stop by the minibar to brace themselves, the members shambled down to the 'Grand' Ballroom, met by a table with nametags no more than dumped from a box scattered about, and a signboard next to the open door.

Inside, a man at the front of the room eagerly invited everyone in to their seats and welcomed them to the first, hopefully of many, reunions for the finest WebDiplomacy had to offer. No more had minutes passed as the man started brandishing thick books and talking about things that ominously sounded like a Multi-Level Marketing scheme when the lights suddenly cut out! Shuffles and muffled cries rang out with dull sickening thuds echoing around the room. By the time the lights had come on, the man, DEMONRHK, was found bludgeoned to death with books from his own Ponzi Scheme.

Something foul was afoot at the Holiday Inn Express, and no one was leaving until people had some answers. But were these people even who their nametags said they were? All were about to find out in...

MAFIA XXXV - THE WEBDIP CLASS REUNION

DAY 1 HAS BEGUN. THERE ARE 48 HOURS REMAINING.
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#6 Post by Ezio » Thu Mar 15, 2018 10:00 pm

##vote brainbomb

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#7 Post by ghug » Thu Mar 15, 2018 10:25 pm

Whoa I'm a VT for once. They probably gave me the Ezio nametag.

##VOTE uclabb

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#8 Post by Foxcastle » Thu Mar 15, 2018 10:25 pm

Sigh, I was gonna make a brainbomb joke, but Ezio beat me to it. :\

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#9 Post by xorxes » Thu Mar 15, 2018 10:26 pm

We should probably first lynch the people that have the same name as a tag so as to cut down on the confusion ##VOTE Ezio. Also, he will fearkill me if he's mafia.

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#10 Post by ghug » Thu Mar 15, 2018 10:27 pm

xorxes, is there anyone not likely to fearkill you as mafia?

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#11 Post by bo_sox48 » Thu Mar 15, 2018 10:28 pm

day 1 post 1

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#12 Post by xorxes » Thu Mar 15, 2018 10:30 pm

ghug wrote:
Thu Mar 15, 2018 10:27 pm
xorxes, is there anyone not likely to fearkill you as mafia?
I don't know, but I know for sure that Ezio will because of last game.

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#13 Post by Jamiet99uk » Thu Mar 15, 2018 10:51 pm

Greetings, fellow alumni.

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#14 Post by Jamiet99uk » Thu Mar 15, 2018 10:53 pm

My nametag says I'm Zultar. What kewl powers do I have?

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#15 Post by Jamiet99uk » Thu Mar 15, 2018 10:56 pm

##CALL GM

Do lynch votes in this game apply to the actual player, or the player with that nametag?

Like for example if Ezio is wearing the "GHUG" nametag, and I ##VOTE GHUG, will that cause Ezio to be lynched?

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#16 Post by Jamiet99uk » Thu Mar 15, 2018 11:03 pm

@NESDUNK:

Who are you, and have you ever played Mafia before?

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#17 Post by Foxcastle » Thu Mar 15, 2018 11:05 pm

Are you trying to make it look like you're not voting for ghug there by hiding it in a GM call, Jamiet? This is exactly why we voted you Most Likely To Bus for the senior yearbook...

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#18 Post by DemonRHK » Thu Mar 15, 2018 11:06 pm

##GM NOTE:

Nametags are only used in relation to powers and the trading mechanic caused by visits.

A vote is strictly for the player, never the nametag.

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#19 Post by Tom Bombadil » Thu Mar 15, 2018 11:07 pm

GM NOTE:

Votes work the same in this game as others. Votes are applied to the actual player, regardless of what their nametag reads. So in your example, if you vote ghug, you will be lynching ghug regardless of who has the GHUG nametag.
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#20 Post by Jamiet99uk » Thu Mar 15, 2018 11:07 pm

Foxcastle wrote:
Thu Mar 15, 2018 11:05 pm
Are you trying to make it look like you're not voting for ghug there by hiding it in a GM call, Jamiet? This is exactly why we voted you Most Likely To Bus for the senior yearbook...
Not at all, I'm actually voting for Ghug.

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