This is a safe place for EVERYONE, but specifically (due to it frequently not being) minors, LGBTQ, persons of color, and women.
We believe that by upholding these principles, the community that forms around our locations will, in turn, choose to support our business vocally and financially (so that we can continue to provide all of this and more to everyone).
Code of Conduct
Respect
Personal Hygiene - If your presence causes an issue for other customers at the discretion of staff we may discuss with you steps that need to be taken to be able to continually enjoy our space and the community we foster
Abusive Language - We Have ZERO Tolerance for abusive language. Use of Abusive language will result in you being asked to leave and depending on the severity of the language you may no longer be welcome in the Guild. Excessive swearing will be pointed out by the staff, and may be termed abusive if not curbed to a more reasonable level
Bullying - Behavior that demeans, is intended to hurt (physically or emotionally) another Person, or that is made at the expense of someone else will not be tolerated in any form and can result in a ban
Imagery - Gamers Guild is a family-friendly environment. Please ensure that your attire, games, and game paraphernalia are all appropriate for the event you are attending. Our 18+ events will allow for more risqué options, but street legal is still required at all times. Abusive/Hate speech or images are never appropriate at our store or any of our events. What constitutes appropriate attire/images is at the sole discretion of Gamers Guild staff, and complaints about inappropriate imagery are taken very seriously (see Spirit of the Code)
Drugs & Smoking/Vaping - We do not condone the use of illegal drugs on the premises. If you are discovered using them you will be asked to leave. We do not allow smoking or vaping in the common areas of the Guild. If you are discovered doing so you may be asked to leave
Weapons - No weapon is permitted on premise (concealed or open-carry) except at the sole written consent of the General Manager.
Solicitation - You may not solicit/sell goods, events, or services on premise without the written permission of the Managing Owner.
Honesty
Communities can only grow when people feel safe to engage in their favorite hobbies and past times openly. If you witness something that is against the Code of Conduct please find a staff member and report the incident to so that we may resolve any potential issue
Theft - Theft is not tolerated at all ANYWHERE. Anyone caught stealing or verified/proven as having done so will be permanently banned from Gamers Guild and legal action will be taken/encouraged
Cheating - Cheating in ANY events will not be tolerated, Appropriate action will be taken to rectify the situation. This can be up to and including being banned from as well as being asked to leave an event forfeiting entry and any prize
Sportsmanship - The desire for someone to continue playing a game can be soured by players that berate their opponents after winning or losing a match. Demeaning, disrespectful comments, or actions before, during or after a game indicate poor sportsmanship and will not be tolerated.
Spirit of the Code
This code is designed to create a safe and inclusive space for all to enjoy and have fun with the hobby of gaming. While you and others can mutually choose to discuss whatever you want on premise; should that discussion or behavior become uncomfortable, disruptive, or take away from the fun, you will be asked to leave and repetitive incidents may result in a ban.
How You Can Help
Referring customers to us, teaching a new player to play, and providing other players with a positive experience are the most valuable things any person can provide to our community.