Evolution of Old -Guild Charter

Evolution of Old was formed in 2008 out of a more casual guild, with the aim to focus on raiding, whilst still maintaining the fun of raiding with friends as opposed to treating raiding as a second job. Currently we are raiding normal and heroic Cataclysm.

We are open to level 85s who are aged 18+ and think that a casual raiding guild would suit their lifestyle, both in-game and real life.

We have few rules but as a raiding guild we understand the importance of having good guidelines:

* We have several ranks in guild based on gear, ability, and commitment. As your gear/ability increases, so does your rank and therefore your opportunity to take part in the more raids. Raid instances require a certain level of equipment for any real chance of success, although exceptions may be made depending on the capabilities of the other members selected for the raid.

* Evo expects guild members to show others the same respect they would wish to be shown themselves. We encourage guildies to have a laugh and keep things casual, but we also have a zero tolerance policy for personal attacks on other players. Do it and risk your place in the guild. Evo is pleased to represent many nationalities, but sometimes this diversity creates communication problems and people are sometimes misunderstood. Problems with members should be reported privately to an officer or guild leader. Forum posts of an antagonistic/personal nature may be removed by an officer.

* Raiding takes a lot of organisation and as a result, we take punctuality seriously. Raiders are rewarded for being ready to join the group 15mins before and lateness (without notifying raid leader beforehand) may result in future raid bans. Being late will most likely result in you losing your spot, even if it means a pug takes your place.

* If you’re picked for a raid, make sure that you have previously bought all consumables/reagents that you may need. We have a well-stocked guild bank, where all mats/flasks are available to buy at half their AH value.

* Evolution of Old uses DKP for loot distribution and bank contributions. We have fine-tuned a system that rewards both the casual and hardcore player. Members earn points for using the guild calendar, contributing to the guild bank (there is a contribution list on forum), being on time for raids, completing the raid and for progression kills.

* We enjoy the banter and fun of getting a raid underway, however, when the raid leader asks for quiet, or focus, we co-operate.

* You MUST be running essential raiding MODs. For instance, Omen and Deadly Boss Mods are essential, as is HealBot (or an alternative) for healers. If you do not have these addons you will NOT be permitted to raid - no exceptions. If you’re unsure as to which addons are necessary for your class, ask your class leader.

* Using Ventrilo is also compulsory. Sometimes it’s necessary to speak on vent to announce a debuff you need help with in a raid, but we can overlook this if you can’t, provided that you are still able to listen. All raid communication from the raid leader is done via vent.

* Signing up for raids is done via Blizzard's in-game calendar, and we ask that you respond to each invite, whether you accept or decline. Doing so rewards you with a DKP point. Making adjustments to your signups when circumstances change is appreciated.

* All Evo guild members are required to commit to the guild exclusively.