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Character's name and Rank: Battalionsleiter Adalbert Herzfeld SteamID32: STEAM_0:1:127396338 Staff member who issued the PK: Aurelius of Phoenix Explain why you were PK'd: I am writing to formally request the reversal of the permanent kill (PK) decision regarding my character, Battalionsleiter Adalbert Herzfeld. I believe the ruling was made in error and would like to present my case for why my character should be revived. During the event in question, the reason given for the PK approval was that I allegedly used a radio while under fear roleplay (RP). However, I believe there has been a misunderstanding of the situation. Why should you be un-PK'd?: I used the radio only when one soldier was within visual range. At that time, there were two of us with weapons out, indicating that we were not yet outgunned and could potentially defend ourselves. As soon as the second and third soldiers came into visual range, I stopped using the radio, recognizing that we were outgunned and thus adhering to fear RP rules. However, I was not given any time or opportunity to adhere to fear RP after that point and was shot immediately. Note: Only 1 second passed between stopping and being shot. The rules state that a character can be PKed if not abiding by fear RP. Given that I stopped and ceased using the radio when the situation escalated and we were clearly outgunned, I believe I was fully compliant with fear RP guidelines. I have a video recording of the event which clearly shows the sequence of events and my adherence to the fear RP rules. The video demonstrates that my character used the radio only when we had a fighting chance based on my visual view of the situation in first person. And that I, however briefly due to the 1 second kill time, stopped using the radio as soon as it became apparent that we were outgunned. Given the above points and the supporting evidence, I kindly request that the PK decision be reviewed and overturned. My character's actions were in compliance with the established rules, and the PK ruling appears to have been made based on an incomplete understanding of the situation. I appreciate your consideration in this matter and look forward to your response. Additional Information: The clip showing the other party's point of view: https://medal.tv/?contentId=ii0WPQImcO4riLzz1&invite=cr-MSxIYUYsMjQ3OTQ1MDcyLA&spok=r88GYKEUm7OZ Please note on the video: The 2nd and 3rd gunman are in visual range at 7 seconds. I am on the radio at that time. I stop and am shot at 8 seconds. That is a 1 second window to stop, analyze the situation, and react. That is why we normally call for a 5-10 second warning period with most violent action. The counterargument will be that the radio presents a present threat, however the the individuals running up on me had time to plan their response, I did not.

Introduction Information Section Steam Name: Odysseus SteamID32: STEAM_0:0:148823728 Discord Username/ID: Odysseushimlonious Timezone: EST Age: 25 Time Played (check with !time): 2w 3d 1h 25m Your current rank(User/Donator/Trusted): Donator Do you have a mic & will you use it?: Yes and I will. Are you consistently active on the forums and server?: I am very active on the server, but not so much on the forum. Did anyone from the Recruitment Team assist you in making your application?: Perchance Staff Recommendations (Sponsors will be asked to verify): Perchance, badspider, Layheee Basic Information Section IC Character names, ranks, and brief overview of their duties/everyday activities in a list format: Leitender Statsekretar of Justice, Odysseus Himlonious II - Duties include assisting the Minister of Justice run the Ministry of Justice. This includes helping pass laws, organizing the MOJ hierarchy, and overseeing cases as a Richter. Polizeiinspektor, Braun Schmidt - A Strumwache in the Kaisergarde. His duties are paramount to the security of the Empire. Securing important VIP's such as the Kaiser, Innermiinister, Prinzeregent, and Praetor. NSB-Polizeiinspektor, Hans Gruben - Former Section C (Section defunct) Chief and Command Staff for the MOI. Lead prosecutor for the MOI and in charge of keeping professionalism and order within the MOI. Ministerialdirigent, Noah Ackerman - Former Richter-President of the party courts. Overseeing the party courts, hiring new personnel, and ensuring political crimes are punished were the duties of this fine gentleman. Oberleutnant, Homer Hoffmann - Deputy Chief der Odin Company of the Luftwaffe. Duties include guarding the Feldmarshal and other ceremonial tasks. Also working with Ministry of Science to create an astronaught program. How long have you been roleplaying?: I have been roleplaying for around 10 years. Have you received any infractions i.e. Notes/Bans? If so, what were they for and what could you have done to prevent getting them next time?: I received a note from Ser_Hound for pet-perms misuse about a month ago. I tried to move a bus with a large prop to unstick it, causing the bus and a handful of people to become immolated. A silly mistake that has not been repeated. Staff Knowledge Section What previous experience do you have as a staff member either within Garry’s Mod or the Nutscript Gamemode? A few years ago, I served as a Manager for an SCP-RP server that consistently hosted over 80 players daily. During my tenure, which lasted several months, my responsibilities included reviewing forum applications, handling ban appeals, and engaging in discussions with other head admins and managers to make decisions. Additionally, I actively moderated in-game activities and provided administrative support to ensure smooth gameplay and adherence to server rules. This role allowed me to develop a strong understanding of server management and community engagement. Why do you believe we should pick you for the Prometheus Networks Staff Team?[300 words or more]: I believe I should be selected for the Prometheus Networks Staff Team for several compelling reasons. Firstly, my high level of activity on the server is a significant asset. I am online almost every day for multiple hours, which allows me to actively participate as both my in-character players and as a moderator. This consistent presence ensures I can monitor the server effectively and address any issues promptly. I am well-versed in the server rules and have maintained a (nearly) spotless record. Additionally, I am a passionate and kind individual, capable of remaining unbiased yet authoritative. I enjoy solving problems and am willing to dedicate extra time to ensure tasks are completed correctly the first time. My approach to moderation is rooted in fairness and compassion, aligning with the core values of Prometheus Networks. If allowed to join the staff, I would work diligently to uphold the values and rules of Prometheus with kindness and empathy. My commitment to continuous learning and improvement makes me a valuable asset to the team. I take pride in adapting to the server's constant evolution and leveraging these changes to strengthen our community. My participation in server events and diverse experience with my IC characters, including roles as a lawyer, judge, military personnel, and civilian, provide me with a broad perspective. This extensive knowledge base allows me to assess and address a wide range of situations effectively. Furthermore, I am dedicated to teamwork and communication. I believe that the success of any team depends on the ability of its members to collaborate harmoniously and share information effectively. While disagreements are inevitable, I am committed to being a hardworking and cooperative member of the Staff Team in all capacities. In conclusion, it would be an honour to join the Prometheus Networks Staff Team and contribute my skills to an already outstanding group. I am eager to learn more and assist in any way possible. I sincerely hope you consider me for this position, and I look forward to the opportunity to contribute positively to our community. What are the duties and responsibilities of the position you are applying for in your own words? [150 Words or more]: The duties of the Staff Team involve handling tickets and ensuring that the community adheres to the established rules and guidelines. Our primary responsibility is to maintain the server's playability by swiftly and justly dealing with any rulebreakers. As staff members, we are expected to uphold high standards of character and morality, serving as role models and pillars of the community. This requires us to remain professional and set a positive example at all times, avoiding behaviour that could be seen as unprofessional or similar to that of regular players. Moderators, who make up the core and most numerous part of the staff team, are essential in responding to common issues such as RDM, PK requests, and minges. Their responsibilities extend beyond handling tickets; they are also tasked with being exemplary members of the community, embodying the values and standards of Prometheus Networks. In summary, the role of a Moderator is to ensure the smooth operation of the server, address issues promptly, and consistently demonstrate integrity and professionalism, acting as a shining beacon within this wonderful community. God bless.

I had no knowledge that I would be detained. I was invited to leave on my own volition and I did. I walked calmly to the gates and intended to wait for them to be opened. I saw the first individual attempt to detain and wasn't sure if this was someone screwing with me or this was a serious attempt. I radioed in as trained and In the 2 seconds between that moment and being killed I wasn't sure what to do. I stopped once I realized there were multiple people involved.

Hi, I was the Marine who had requested the detainment of warfarealert and his buddy. As stated by Thone, many members of the MGD and NSB do now know that the sub-section exists. I didn't even know about that until this situation occurred. He had very little time to process the information and react. And he did stop using his radio when told to. But, he is still killed for it. It was a very fast-paced situation and our reaction to it was very primitive. We had very little time to think rationally and react accordingly. It was very much a dog bite reaction on our part. Now that we have had time to think about it, we would like to reverse the PK. I am not very big on second chances when it comes to "common sense", but I believe that warfarealert deserves that second chance with Adalbert. +1 UN-PK

+1, Bigtitty has been around for around a year and a half now. My experiences with him have been nothing but positive. I personally believe this punishment was a bit excessive and would love to see him back in Berlin.

+1 Hes been a very consistent member of this community and i dont believe he meant what he did one bit. yes a punishment is in order but perm banned seems too much for somebody who loves the server and never meant to commit the crash

+1 He’s a good person just stupid sometimes

+1 Owns up to his mistake and doesn't deflect any blame. Long-standing member, maybe a month max but perma is too long.

+1 Everybody deserves a second chance! Perm ban is too much for an accident!

+1 Good man. Permanent is too harsh of a punishment for a clear accident.

+1 Bring my boy back. He doesn't deserve a perma.

We all do dumb things, but a permanent ban is too harsh +1

+1 Good man who has played this server for a long time, doesn't deserve a permanent ban for an accident.

+1 I don't think what he did was intentionally to harm the server. He is a good person who just makes dumb decisions. He should not receive a complete unban but maybe lower down his punishment to 1 Month?

Ok, so this is interesting, and we have video evidence. So the individual who was PK'd entered the ICC through invitation, and left through invitation, so there's no natural assumption of hostility to that point. He's clearly walking and not running, and he's not going for the ladder, he's going to the gate. So we have to assume he didn't believe he was under duress. In addition, at no point do either individuals look behind them or turn around, so we have to assume they only could see what was infront of them. At 04:00 what is infront of them is one individual with a weapon vs 2 individuals with weapons drawn saying "you're being detained." At that point, he has a good argument that he's not under FearRP. He can reasonably assume that 2 v 1, he can win that situation. After hearing "you're being detained, he walks 4 steps, for a total of 2 seconds before coming to a stop. During this moment he's radioing in. He then turns and sees another individual with a gun on him, making it a 2 v 2 situation, still not overwhelming odds in Fear RP (you could argue SMG vs pistols, but I don't think that's how the rules work). He cannot at this point (06:00) see the third individual and he does not turn to face that individual. By 07:00, one second later he is at a complete stop and abiding fear RP. He's told shut up, and stops reporting on his radio. Less than one second later he's killed... I've been playing this game mode for many years. I have a guard unit attached to me, and I've played many times, factions that arrest/kidnap etc. people. I have traditionally, and my guards currently have a 10 second timer to react to fear RP. Now it doesn't always go the full 10 seconds, but usually an individual has time to stop and react to Fear RP. Sometimes they use their radio, and in those instances tradition dictates that the individual is tied and the radio either taken or turned off. In those instances, we're talking about 10+ seconds of RP. This entire instance is less than 2 seconds of RP. In addition, the Kommodore dies (assumingly instigating the shootout) and faces NO PK. If we want to set the bar to a 1-2 second reaction time, that's fine, but like the tax code, i'm going to use it in the future. +1 UN-PK Also, my involvement is that I witnessed this coming out of the sewers, and spoke to both parties on scene who both agreed the PK was a mistake.

I was involved in this matter on the Marine/Military side. Although I do recognize that I am not the one who requested the PK. There is a clear timeframe of which he had the ability to radio before he and his comrade were truly outnumbered, not to mention the sub-section regarding use of radio whilst under gunpoint, its not really mentioned, hell I'll admit many members of the MGD and NSB don't know or have forgotten that this stringent little sub-section exists. Even I forgot about this subsection and I've been here for quite some time! I would push for Adalbert Herzfeld to be unpked! Thank you!

Can you talk about the several servers you've created where you and several others have either actively spread, or allowed the spread of, lies and deceit about Prometheus?