Hello, everyone!

I'm very excited to let you all know about something fun we Games and Blogs moderators have planned for this summer: a series of mini-games. Quite simply, these are going to be a series of games run for a very limited time so that you all can just get in and have some fun with games you've never played before here. Currently, we are planning to run them over the weekends, but that may change.

There are a few main things to note:

1. These games are opened and closed at moderators' convenience and discretion.
This is true of all our games in this forum, but it will be especially noticeable in the mini-games. As such, these games will open and close without any prior notice. So, don't put off playing a game simply because you think it will be there when you come back.

2. Read every game rule before playing.
Again, you should do this before playing any game, but please especially make sure to do it for these mini-games. The rules will be different for each one, and 4PP or 1PPP rules may or may not apply. Don't just assume that because you've played a game one way before that it will be played the same way again. Following the rules makes the game more fun for everyone involved.

3. Rules may change, so be aware of it!
Depending on how a game is being played the moderators may, at any time, either edit or add rules. These will often be reflected with a moderator post and/or a note in the title. If you see either of those, be sure to read and follow them. Again, this helps the game go better for both the other players and the moderators.

4. Don't monopolize or speed-post.
As a general rule of thumb, don't be every second or third post, and don't go back and forth with another person or two posting rapidly. It can be great fun to post back and forth with someone, especially if you feel like you're starting to converse with them a little, but it can also sometimes leave other members trying to play feeling left out or like they're intruding on a private game. If you want to talk with someone in particular, there's always the chat room or the Town Square.
Simultaneous posting does happen, but please try to avoid it by making sure you read the post above your's both before you post and after. If you find that someone has posted right before you did, please go back and edit your post to reflect that change. This helps the game flow better and makes it easier on your moderators.

If you have any questions, you can either post here or pm me or one of the other G&B moderators.
Also, we welcome game suggestions or requests at any time---simply send one of us a pm!

We all hope you have a lot of fun playing these games!

Valia,
for the Games & Blogs Moderator team (ram, EtJ, DTR and Valia)