Celestial Butterfly Stumps & Beacons Hosting Rules

Hosting rules for players who make their Land available to the community.

1. Introduction Back to Summary

Stumps and Beacons are integral parts of the Celestial Butterfly ecosystem. They enable players to explore lands, hunt butterflies, and collect Blossoms — contributing to an active and vibrant in-world experience.

By hosting a Stump or Beacon on your land, you become an Owner and a key member of the Celestial Butterfly community. Owners help expand the gameplay network, encourage exploration, and attract new visitors to their regions. This mutual exchange benefits both the player community and landowners, ensuring a sustainable and engaging environment for all participants.

The following Terms of Service outline the rights, responsibilities, and expectations for all Hosts who choose to participate in the Celestial Butterfly system. These rules ensure fairness, transparency, and a consistent experience across all participating regions.

These terms are designed to protect both Hosts and players while ensuring a consistent and enjoyable experience within the Celestial Butterfly universe.

2. Accessibility Back to Summary

To maintain a fair and enjoyable experience for all players, every Stump or Beacon must remain fully accessible to the public. Hosts are responsible for ensuring that their devices can be used freely without unnecessary restrictions or limitations.

2.1 Public Access Requirement

All Stumps and Beacons must be placed in publicly accessible areas of the land where players can freely interact with them without requiring special permissions.

2.2 Prohibited Restrictions

Hosts may not use their Stump or Beacon for private or selective purposes that limit player access or create unfair advantages.

2.3 Land and Region Limitations

Hosts are responsible for maintaining proper land settings to ensure device visibility and interactivity.

2.4 Enforcement and Compliance

Failure to comply with accessibility rules may result in the temporary deactivation or permanent removal of the device from the network.

By hosting a Stump or Beacon, you agree to maintain open and fair accessibility for all players, supporting the integrity of the Celestial Butterfly experience.

3. Functioning with a Group Back to Summary

Some landowners choose to disable public scripts on their parcels to control performance or prevent misuse. In such cases, an open-access group must be provided to allow players to interact with the Stump or Beacon properly.

3.1 Group Requirement

If scripts are disabled for public visitors, the Host must create or designate a group that players can freely join to enable interaction with the devices.

3.2 Accessibility Through Group Membership

Players who join the designated group must be able to interact with the Stump or Beacon exactly as if scripts were publicly enabled.

3.3 Communication and Instructions

Hosts must provide clear and visible information on how to join the group directly near the Stump or Beacon.

3.4 Failure to Provide Group Access

If a Host fails to provide a valid and accessible group when public scripts are disabled, players will be unable to interact with the devices.

By hosting a Stump or Beacon on land with disabled scripts, you agree to maintain an open-access group system ensuring all players can participate equally in Celestial Butterfly activities.

4. Access in Case of Locked or Fixed Teleportation Back to Summary

Some regions restrict teleportation to specific landing points for visitor management or design purposes. While this is permitted, Hosts must ensure that players can still access the Stump or Beacon without confusion or additional support assistance.

4.1 Teleportation Rules

If your land uses fixed or locked teleportation points, it is your responsibility to make sure players can reach your device quickly and safely.

4.2 Clear Navigation and Instructions

To prevent confusion, Hosts must provide clear guidance to help players locate the device from the landing point.

4.3 Fixed Landing Points

When a fixed landing point is mandatory, Hosts should verify accessibility regularly, especially after region edits or parcel changes.

4.4 Support and Responsibility

Ensuring proper access prevents unnecessary support requests and maintains a positive player experience.

By hosting a Stump or Beacon on land with restricted or fixed teleportation, you agree to maintain clear, reliable, and fair access for all players visiting your region.

5. Sky Locations Back to Summary

Sky-based Stumps and Beacons provide unique exploration experiences for players. However, to ensure fair and enjoyable gameplay, Hosts must make these locations accessible, intuitive, and clearly indicated.

5.1 Clear Teleportation Options

When placing devices in the sky, you must provide direct teleportation points or pathways that allow players to reach the location easily.

5.2 Visibility and Placement

Sky devices should be visible and identifiable from reasonable distances to prevent frustration or confusion.

5.3 Safety Considerations

Sky placements must ensure player safety and avoid accidental falls or script errors.

5.4 Best Practices

Following these practices helps maintain a positive experience for all players and keeps your location compliant with TOS requirements.

By hosting a Stump or Beacon in the sky, you agree to maintain clear, safe, and fair access for all players while supporting the integrity and enjoyment of the Celestial Butterfly system.

6. Restrictions on Private Sims Back to Summary

To preserve equal gameplay opportunities and maintain network stability, Stumps and Beacons must only be hosted on regions that are publicly accessible. Private or invitation-only locations prevent fair participation and disrupt the global Celestial Butterfly system.

6.1 Public Access Requirement

All devices must be hosted in regions that are open to the public without the need for group membership, invitations, or prior authorization.

6.2 Prohibited Locations

Stumps and Beacons must not be placed on lands that limit visitor access through privacy settings or restrictive security systems.

6.3 Ownership and Responsibility

Hosts are fully responsible for ensuring that their region’s access settings comply with public visibility and participation requirements.

6.4 Exceptions and Temporary Permissions

In rare cases, temporary hosting on semi-private lands may be allowed if the region is open during all event hours and fully accessible to visitors.

By hosting a Stump or Beacon, you agree to maintain open, unrestricted access to all players, ensuring the fairness and integrity of the Celestial Butterfly experience across all participating regions.

7. Prohibition of Ejecting Objects Back to Summary

All players must be able to safely explore and interact with Stumps and Beacons without being ejected, teleported, or otherwise obstructed by automated systems. The use of orbs, security scripts, or other devices that remove visitors interferes with gameplay and is strictly prohibited.

7.1 General Rule

Hosts must not use any form of automatic ejection, teleportation, or ban system that affects visiting players who are legitimately accessing Celestial Butterfly content.

7.2 Safe Interaction Zones

The area surrounding each Stump or Beacon must be considered a “safe zone” for all players.

7.3 Exceptions for Security

Basic moderation tools are allowed when used responsibly to prevent abuse, provided they do not interfere with legitimate players.

7.4 Enforcement and Sanctions

Any violation of this policy disrupts gameplay and will be treated seriously by the administration.

By hosting a Stump or Beacon, you agree to provide a safe and welcoming environment where players can interact freely without fear of ejection or interference from automated systems.

8. Right to Ban Back to Summary

While land ownership grants you control over your region, hosting Stumps and Beacons also carries a responsibility to ensure fair and consistent access for all players. Banning should only be used when absolutely necessary and must not interfere with legitimate gameplay.

8.1 Landowner Rights

As a Host, you retain full control over your land and may take reasonable actions to maintain order and protect your environment.

8.2 Fairness and Justification

Every ban must have a clear and legitimate reason to preserve trust and community integrity.

8.3 Staff Review and Consequences

The administration reserves the right to review bans and enforce corrective measures when necessary.

8.4 Good Practice

To ensure a positive experience for everyone:

By hosting a Stump or Beacon, you agree to exercise your right to ban responsibly and in good faith, ensuring equal access for all legitimate players while maintaining a safe environment.

9. Mutual Respect Back to Summary

Respect is the foundation of the Celestial Butterfly Community. All participants — including players, Hosts, and staff — are expected to maintain a positive, cooperative, and fair environment at all times. Harassment, discrimination, or hostile behavior will not be tolerated under any circumstance.

9.1 General Conduct

Every member of the Celestial Butterfly network must act with integrity, kindness, and understanding toward others.

9.2 Host Responsibilities

Hosts play a key role in maintaining the atmosphere of the Celestial Butterfly world.

9.3 Player Responsibilities

Players must respect Hosts, other participants, and the environment of each region they visit.

9.4 Conflict Resolution

Conflicts may occasionally occur, but must be managed calmly and through appropriate channels.

9.5 Enforcement and Sanctions

Disrespectful or abusive behavior damages the community and will lead to appropriate action.

By joining and participating in the Celestial Butterfly network, you commit to fostering an environment of mutual respect, fairness, and kindness — the true essence of our shared world.

10. Consequences for Non-Compliance Back to Summary

The Celestial Butterfly network operates on trust, fairness, and cooperation between all participants. Hosts who fail to comply with the established rules risk disrupting the experience for others. To preserve integrity and equal access, the following measures apply in cases of non-compliance.

10.1 Warning and Notification

In most cases, non-compliance will first be addressed through direct communication with the Host.

10.2 Temporary Suspension

If the issue is not corrected after an initial warning, temporary measures may be applied.

10.3 Permanent Revocation

Serious or repeated violations that demonstrate unwillingness to comply will lead to permanent measures.

10.4 Appeals and Resolution

Every Host has the right to appeal decisions made regarding their hosting privileges.

10.5 Objective of Enforcement

Disciplinary measures are not intended as punishment but as tools to maintain a balanced and enjoyable experience for everyone.

By continuing to host a Stump or Beacon, you acknowledge these terms and agree to comply fully with the rules to help maintain the harmony and integrity of the Celestial Butterfly network.