Welcome to Bannerbound
Bannerbound is a text-based roleplay server that runs on Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord. Everything, from the history to the politics, is shaped by the players. You create a character, tell their story, and play a part in a living world that changes as you do.
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In-Game Rules

Click on the tabs to see the different sections of the rules.

Terms of Service & Community Expectations

Discord Requirement: All players must be active in our Discord server. This is where rules, server events, and staff notices are posted. "I didn't see it" is not a defense—it's negligence.

Maturity & Conduct: Respect is the cornerstone of this community. No harassment, toxicity, trolling, or OOC drama. If you're here to create chaos, we'll show you the door faster than a fleeing bard.

Staff Discretion: Staff interpret and enforce rules based on both their letter and spirit. If something isn't explicitly written, staff will apply precedent and common sense. Don't argue on technicalities.

Appeals: Think a punishment was unfair? You may appeal—but whining in public channels won't help. Submit it through the proper system and let uninvolved staff review it.

Terms of Service Compliance: By joining, you agree to Discord's TOS and the server's. Exploits, automation tools, or hacking attempts are instant ban territory. Period.

General Conduct

English Only: To maintain clarity and moderation, all IC and OOC communication must be in English. This isn't a polyglot tavern.

Rule Knowledge: Know the rules or risk breaking them. "Nobody told me" is not a shield—it's a confession of laziness.

Ban Evasion: Alternate accounts, VPNs, or sneaky tricks to avoid bans will just stack punishments. Don't play hide and seek with staff.

OOC Conduct: Harassment via DMs or OOC messages, even off-server, is still actionable. Keep it classy everywhere, not just when people are watching.

Character Creation & Expectations

Naming Policy: Names must fit the server's medieval historical tone. "Sir Buttkicker" or "Legolas420" will get you renamed—or booted. Use names that belong in a 13th-century setting, not a meme page.

Character Biographies: Optional, but highly recommended. A short bio unlocks deeper features like character kills, jobs, and refund eligibility. Half the work, twice the rewards.

Profession Limitations: Nobles lead, they don't plow fields. If you're a noble, your role is political and social, not economic. Peasants do the labor, lords do the scheming.

No Non-Human Characters: Humans only. No vampires, werewolves, dragons, or half-elves—even if you RP them "subtly." This isn't a fantasy fair.

Map Entry/Exit: Characters must get staff approval before exiting or re-entering the map IC. No disappearing acts or sudden reappearances with new armor and a crown.

RP Quality: Poor quality RP—lazy one-liners, godmodding, zero emotes—will be warned and removed if it continues. This isn't a text-based shooter.

Stay In Character: Always. Use // for OOC chat. If you start breaking character in local, staff will remind you that this isn't Discord.

Combat & Hostility

Justified Attacks Only: Random killing (RDM) ruins immersion and is bannable. Every hostile action must have a real RP reason, not just "I felt like it."

Gear Access: You must use only what your character has equipped when the situation starts. No hot-swapping gear in the middle of a fight.

Dragging/Wounded Carry: You cannot sprint, dodge, or attack while carrying a wounded player. Walk only, no exceptions. Don't turn someone's injury into a mobility boost.

Wounding & Recovery

KO = Critically Wounded: Being knocked out means your character is in critical condition. Roleplay it seriously—don't spring up like a cartoon character.

Stay Down: You must remain downed for 5 minutes minimum unless another player helps you. Timer starts once the scene settles.

No Combat While Injured: You cannot return to combat after being KOed unless healed or stabilized. Violating this is powergaming and will be punished.

Character Kills (CKs)

CK = Permanent Death: CKs are final. That character is gone forever, with no reroll or revival.

Consent or Application: All CKs must be mutually agreed upon OOC or reviewed and approved by staff.

Narrative Requirement: You must build up to a CK through ongoing RP. One-off ambushes with no development will be voided.

Proof Submission: Provide proof of the buildup (screenshots, video, logs) within 48 hours. No proof = no CK.

Forced CKs: Staff reserve the right to CK a character for extreme or repeated rulebreaking, including meta abuse, faction sabotage, or OOC harassment.

Banditry & Theft

Rob Gold, Not Items: You may only steal up to 20% of a KOed player's gold (capped at 3,000). No looting gear, weapons, or personal effects.

Robbery RP Quality: Robbery must be immersive. Use /s and follow the "Three C's":

  • Clear Demands
  • Clear Instructions
  • Clear Threats

Minimum Online Requirement: Banditry is only allowed when at least 25 players are online. If it's quiet, leave the crime spree for another time.

Timer & Consequences: After a robbery, you must remain in-character and on the map for 30 minutes. If you're caught, the timer resets.

Chest Looting: Do not loot faction chests or storage unless you have staff approval or are an authorized member of that faction.

Imprisonment & Trials

IC Justification: You must have a legitimate in-character reason to imprison someone. "They looked suspicious" doesn't count.

Time Limits: Standard detainment lasts no more than 24 hours unless you've scheduled a trial or it's a war scenario.

Activity Requirement: If a prisoner doesn't receive any RP for 2+ hours, staff may authorize their release or jailbreak.

Faction Theft: Taking a faction's gear and leaving is theft. This can lead to a forced CK, even if done "in character."

Safe Zones & Factions

Faction Bases: Bases are safe zones unless the owning faction initiates combat or staff approve an incursion. Don't start a war at the castle gates without reason.

Raids: All raids must be scheduled and pre-approved by senior staff. Surprise raids without approval will be voided and punished.

Building Destruction: Burning or destroying player-made structures requires OOC permission from staff. You are not Genghis Khan.

Lore & Setting Consistency

Historical Roleplay Only: This is a grounded, medieval roleplay server. No spells, mechs, fantasy races, or anachronistic behavior. You're not a wizard, Harry.

Realistic Professions: Roles and jobs must fit the setting. Blacksmith, healer, baker = good. Hacker, bounty hunter, gunsmith = no.