We understand that sometimes, people just have to leave(*). It's only a rules issue if you're noticed doing it while being chased by a PC or NPC, etc.

Also, keep in mind that sometimes link drops look like silence on your end to the game. (This is a largely unavoidable problem that plagues even many big-budget commercial multiplayer games.) Your character will stand around and remain connected and unprotected until you void out after several minutes of inactivity. This can be unfortunate if a PC or NPC attacks you in this state(**).

So while we recommend using 'quit' to leave the game in those situations, we won't take action if you just drop link. However, if you log on at your pit with no gear the next time, that's a punch you'll just have to roll with.

valguarnera@carrionfields.com

(*): If you are level 1-9, or a ghost, you can use the 'recall' command to get back to your hometown's temple, where you can quit normally. This will only take a second longer than dropping link, and is worth doing.

(**): People complain about PCs doing this often, but keep in mind that your opponent may well have no idea that you are link dead. If they're furiously stuffing in commands to lag you, your inaction might look like success on their part.