# Penalty Policy
ViolationDescriptionPenalty
Use of cheats or unauthorized third-party softwareIncludes but is not limited to:
1. Unauthorized modification of game client files
2. Use of unofficial game clients, virtual environments, emulators, or any cheats, hacks, or assistive plugins that compromise fair competition		Upon verification, the account will be subject to permanent ban, leaderboard disqualification, and asset freeze.
Malicious TeamingIncludes but is not limited to:
1. Prolonged coordinated movement between non-teammate players from opposing factions.
2. Abnormal behavior where non-teammate players from opposing factions avoid combat despite being within engagement range.
3. Other actions that undermine fair competition for personal gain.		Depending on the circumstances, penalties may include match bans, account suspension, point deductions, and leaderboard disqualification.
Unsportsmanlike BehaviorIncludes but is not limited to:
1. Malicious AFK (Away From Keyboard) during gameplay
2. Lack of active participation in matches
3. Intentionally disrupting or negatively affecting teammates' experience		Depending on the severity, penalties may include chat restrictions, match bans, and account suspension.
Inappropriate Chat or NicknameIncludes but is not limited to the use of inappropriate or offensive language that results in attacking, harassing, or insulting others.Depending on the severity, penalties may include chat restrictions, match bans, and account suspension.
Disruption of Game EnvironmentIncludes but is not limited to:
1. Malicious exploitation of bugs that negatively impact the gameplay experience
2. Exploiting game vulnerabilities for personal gain		Depending on the circumstances, penalties may include match bans, account suspension, point deductions, and leaderboard disqualification.
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