Dear Mountain Interactive Staff & Administration Team,

I hope you're all doing well. I'm reaching out to respectfully appeal the ban placed on my account.

Username: ducksszzs
User ID: 1223079760
Staff: cynicalled (User ID: 5445703772)

What happened:
Around 8:15–8:50 PM, I was at Perris Ordnance just casually walking around after going AFK for a few minutes. I wasn’t engaged in anything serious—just vibing and talking with someone nearby, who I thought might’ve been a fellow FBI or USMS unit.

After a few minutes, I got in my car, drove to the end of the area, and parked near an RPD vehicle. Suddenly, the person I had just been near started firing sniper rounds out of nowhere. Caught off guard, playlist open, distracted, and not fully focused, I reacted too fast.

I turned, saw the first person holding a gun, assumed it was the shooter, and fired. Unfortunately, I got it wrong. As I climbed the ladder, I realized it was actually two RPD officers. As soon as I realized what had happened, I said over the radio that it was a total accident. I wasn’t trying to be funny or teamkill; I was genuinely confused and distracted while reacting to what I thought was an active shooter.

I completely understand that what I did was wrong and that I should have stayed calm, confirmed my target, and been more aware of my surroundings before reacting. I sincerely apologize to the officers involved and to the staff team for the situation I caused...

After thinking about it, I recognize that my lack of focus and quick reaction caused unnecessary chaos. I’ve learned that even in stressful or confusing in-game moments, it’s better to pause, assess, and act responsibly rather than react instantly. This experience made me realize how important it is to play with awareness and discipline—especially in a community that values realism and teamwork.

I really just want another chance... if I’m given another chance, I’ll make sure to play more carefully, stay focused, and follow all rules and protocols properly. I really enjoy being part of this community and would like the opportunity to prove that I can play responsibly and contribute positively moving forward.

Thank you for taking the time to read my appeal and consider lifting the ban.

Sincerely,
ducksszzs

Under review.

Dear Community Member,

Thank you for submitting your appeal regarding your recent ban from Mountain Interactive.

After careful review, we’ve chosen to approve your appeal under our One-Strike Policy, which gives players a second chance while maintaining a safe, respectful environment for the entire community.

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🔹 Appeal Outcome:

• Ban Lifted: Your ban has been removed. You are now free to return to the game.

• One-Strike Period: A 45-day probation period begins from the date of this notice. Any violation during this time may result in a permanent ban with no further appeal.

• Official Warning: This appeal serves as your one and only formal warning.

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🔸 Please Review:

We encourage you to revisit our Community Guidelines to better understand the standards expected of all players.

We believe in second chances. We’re trusting you to return with a positive attitude and contribute to a better experience for everyone.

If you have any questions or need clarification, feel free to reach out to our moderation team.

– Mountain Interactive Volunteer Moderation Team