Smash Hit Wiki:Rules/Block Recommendations

These are recommended block times, and generally should be followed.

Recommended mechanics

 * Each block level can only increase one at a time. (For example, you can go from Level 3 to Level 4, but not from Level 3 to Level 5.)
 * When upgrading block types, the admin is allowed to keep the current block count for that type, but can't move it up a level in that process. For example, a Type 1, Level 3 (1 month) block can become a Type 2, Level 3 block (3 months). However, it cannot move to a level 4.
 * In some cases, it is okay for admins to ignore blocking guidelines based on their own judgement and the amount of harm done to the wiki and other users. Any blocks issued out of line with the block recommendations should be well justified (preferably on the block reason).

See Knot126's new block recommendations for a newer view on these mecahnics.

Not on the List
General rule of thumb for other offenses:


 * Minor blocks are put at at least a day or more. Maximum limit: 2 weeks.
 * Major blocks are put at more than one month (usually three months). Maximum limit is six to nine months.
 * Serious ones are set at years (usually just one). Maximum limit is four years.
 * The worst blocks, for continuously offending users, will be forever. There is no limit for the worst of the worst, as it is permanent.