- Player Standards
- Player Behaviour Standards
- Hobby standards
- Modelling Standards
- Lenient Modelling Standards
- Moderate Modelling Standards
- Strict Modelling Standards
- Painting Standards
- Lenient Painting Standards
- Moderate Painting Standards
- Strict Painting Standards
- Community Code of Conduct
- Treat people with Kindness
- Assume Positive Intent
- Donât seek conflict
- Respect your Differences
- Handle escalations with a moderator
- Warnings, Suspensions, and Bans.
- Warnings
- Suspensions
- Bans
Player Standards
Mini Myths events are for everyone. We expect all players to come to our events with an open mind, prepared to meet new people, make new friends, and be an excellent gameplay partner. Mini Myths events are about making friends and showing good sportsmanship, and all players are expected to be gracious in both victory and defeat.
Player Behaviour Standards
- Discuss the battlefield before the game starts to ensure both players agree on the terrain layout, and any relevant terrain rules.
- Ensure your opponent understands how your army or faction works, and be proactive in explaining the strengths of your units.
- Be transparent in your actions - roll your dice clearly and give your opponent time to understand the results. Measure clearly and in view of your opponent to ensure you agree on measurements.
- Whether you win or lose, be generous with your opponent. Congratulate them on a game well played.
- Treat everyone with respect and kindness.
Anti-social behaviour is never tolerated. Angry behaviour such as yelling, swearing, or rude comments will result in your removal from the event. If you have frustrations in the event, you should speak to an Event Organiser.
Hobby standards
All our events follow the âLenientâ standards listed below, unless specified otherwise on the event page. If you have any questions about the hobby standards of an event, contact the Tournament Organiser.
Modelling Standards
In all cases, you should inform your opponent of any model or modelling changes in your army. Each Mini Myths event will conform to one of the modelling guidelines listed below. The event page lists what standards should be upheld for each event.
The intent of the below standards is to avoid confusion - if your models are easily recognizable as what they're meant to represent in the rules, you can expect that they will be approved.
Lenient Modelling Standards
- Models can be used as proxies as long as they closely resemble the model they are standing in for.
- Conversions that use the official model as the majority of the model do not require approval.
- Units may use weapons that are not reflected on their model.
- 3D printed models may be accepted in the case of singular characters or vehicles.
- Minor 3D printed parts like vehicle doors or shoulder pads do not need approval.
- All proxies should be approved ahead of the event by an Event Organiser.
Moderate Modelling Standards
- Models that are out-of-print or unavailable for purchase may be used as a proxy, as long as the stand-in model closely resembles the official miniature and could not be mistaken for another model from that faction or army.
- Conversions should closely resemble the official miniature, or be clearly representative of the official miniature. Minor conversions, such as head swaps or other small changes, do not require approval ahead of time.
- The weapons on your models must be the same as those listed in your army list.
- 3D printed models are restricted, except where an exemption has been granted by an Event Organiser.
- Minor 3D printed parts like vehicle doors or shoulder pads can be approved by the Event Organiser before the event.
- All proxies should be approved ahead of the event by an Event Organiser.
Strict Modelling Standards
- Proxies are not allowed for this event, unless specifically given an exemption by an Event Organiser ahead of the event. Exemptions will only be given in extraordinary circumstances.
- Converted models must be clearly identifiable as the official miniature, and must be approved before the event.
- Weapons on your models must be the same as those listed in your army list.
- 3D printed models are not allowed, and 3D printed parts must be approved in advance by an Event Organiser.
- All proxies should be approved ahead of the event by an Event Organiser.
Painting Standards
A fully-painted army is always encouraged at every Mini Myths event, as painted armies improve the gameplay experience for everyone. Each Mini Myths event will conform to one of the painting guidelines listed below. The event page lists which standards should be upheld for each event.
We use Games Workshop's "Battle-Ready"Â standard to define whether or not a miniature is Fully Painted. In general, this means that your model is painted with the appropriate base colours, and has a textured or painted base.
Generally speaking, we believe that most people know when a model is âPaintedâ and when it is not. Everyoneâs level of painting skill is different, and we want all players to be proud of the work theyâve done to paint their armies.
Lenient Painting Standards
- Models are not required to be painted for this event.
- All prizes will be available to all players, regardless of painted status.
- No Victory or Event points will be awarded to players for having painted models.
Moderate Painting Standards
- As a minimum, all the models in your army must be base coated to match the colour of your army or faction.
- Models that are completely unpainted (Grey plastic) are not acceptable.
- Some prizes, such as door prizes and painting awards, will only be available to players with an army painted to a battle-ready standard.
- Victory Points or Event Points may be awarded to players for having a painted army, depending on the rules of the game (eg. Battle Ready in Warhammer 40,000).
Strict Painting Standards
- Your army must be painted to a battle-ready standard to participate in this event. A battle-ready standard includes at least three colours on the models, and a painted base.
- You may be asked to remove models that are not painted to a battle-ready standard.
- Victory Points or Event Points may be awarded to players for having a painted army, depending on the rules of the game (eg. Battle Ready in Warhammer 40,000).
Community Code of Conduct
The rules below apply to any in-person Mini Myths event, and the Mini Myths Discord channel. We expect all users to do their absolute best to adhere to these guidelines.
Treat people with Kindness
Be respectful, friendly, and constructive in all interactions. Avoid sarcasm, personal attacks, or inflammatory language. Be mindful of what youâre saying, and how it might affect others. When offering feedback, try to avoid general criticism that might be hurtful.
âHey, I think you mightâve misread the rules there â easy mistake, itâs a tricky one. Hereâs a link that might helpâŚâ
Assume Positive Intent
Give others the benefit of the doubt. Weâre all here because we love wargamingâmistakes and misunderstandings happen. If someone says something offensive or hurtful, seek to understand their point of view instead of escalating.
âThanks for sharing your feedback! What you said came off a little strong, but it can be hard to tell tone online.â
Donât seek conflict
Disagreements are normal, but try not to escalate them. Step back, cool off, and re-engage calmly if needed. If you canât engage calmly, or youâre unhappy with someoneâs behavior, contact a moderator.
âLetâs just agree to disagree for now â itâs not worth turning this into an argument. Happy to chat more about it later if you want.â
Respect your Differences
People have different backgrounds, opinions, and playstyles. Celebrate diversity and treat each other with dignity. Wargaming is a famously neurodiverse hobby - remember that people might read things differently than you, respond differently than you, and not understand things the way you do. Treat others with grace and be friendly!
âI donât think that suggestion would work for me, but itâs cool to see a fresh approach. Let us know how it goes in your next game!â
Handle escalations with a moderator
If something isnât sitting right or you feel uncomfortable, contact a moderator. Weâre here to help keep the space safe and respectful.
âHey, just a heads up â something about that exchange in general chat felt a bit off. Can you take a look?â
Warnings, Suspensions, and Bans.
If you have been found to break the above code of conduct, there are a number of actions our moderation team can take to try and protect the community.
The point of these actions is never to punish anyone - however, to create an inclusive and welcoming community, we need to make sure that anti-social behavior is corrected, and that community members are not causing harm to the community.
Please note, you do not need to have received a warning to be suspended, or to have been suspended before you are banned, etc. The moderation team will make the action they deem most appropriate at the time, regardless of any previous actions taken.
The goal of these actions is to help members understand the behaviour that is expected of them. If you recieve a warning or suspension, it is because we genuinely believe you can be a productive member of the community, but need you to change the way you engage with others. Itâs not a punishment - itâs an opportunity to improve your behaviour.
Warnings
The first time you are found to be in breach of our code of conduct, you will receive a verbal or written warning from a TO or moderator. These are informal, and meant to help curb or correct behaviors.
Suspensions
If a pattern of behaviour is identified where you are consistently in breach of the code of conduct, you may be suspended from participating in Mini Myths events, or suspended from the Mini Myths Discord, or both.
When you are given a suspension, it will have a definitive end date. Your suspension is private - only the moderation team and relevant Tournament Organisers will be informed.
Bans
If the moderation team feels that you are unable or unwilling to be a productive, friendly member of the community, you will be issued with a ban. All bans apply to both Mini Myths events and the Discord server.
Bans are not issued lightly. We believe strongly in giving people the best chance possible to become a great member of our community.