Guild Wars 2

I just read what you said in chat, and it disgusts me and every other member of the team. (And I have news: It’s hardly “mild” language.) The word filter did not catch it; having it reported and acted upon was for the betterment of the game.

The filter is not intended to serve as a “License to Swear” (or “Permission to Offend”) for users who choose to use offensive language. It is presented to afford some protection against offensive language, but we still uphold the stated rules regarding chat.

I like this analogy that a player posted a few months ago:

“Cursing in public chat channels is like cursing at an Olive Garden. You’ll get kicked out if someone complains. “Their kids could cover their ears” is not a valid excuse. Guild chat is more like a backyard BBQ. Swear and drink all you like — it’s your party. Threaten someone, though, and that’s still assault. Yes, I know we’re adults and hear plenty of bad things. It wouldn’t hurt to act like one every once in a while."

Show more restraint and all will be well. Err again and you will be suspended for a much longer length of time. Err repeatedly and your account is subject to termination.

Use good judgement — it’s really that simple.