Game Updates

''The latest version of the game is: Update 3.0. These updates were implemented in January, 2015. For more regular, timely updates about game policy and code, please check out the on-game BBS ('+help BB').''

Major Updates

 * Removed "Iconic FCs" from all policies.
 * Updated NEWS ACTIVITY and NEWS CHARACTERS to reflect a simplified high-demand FC policy.
 * Updated NEWS STAFF with Appointed Staff guidelines and specific new Plot Staff duties.
 * Updated NEWS CHARACTERS policies for Adapted FCs.
 * Streamlined the Character Application.

Major Additions

 * Added rules for Game Canon to NEWS CONTINUITY.
 * Added Elected Staff guidelines to NEWS STAFF.

Additional Notes

 * Updated the game's staff theme and added new staff members.
 * Updated the game's vacation handling code (See '+help +vacation' in game.)
 * Updated NEWS GROUPS to reflect the requirement for group leadership to coordinate with Plot Staff.