There was a time when the rules of gaming interaction were simple:
 
 1.    Don’t throw the game board across the room just because you were losing.
 2.    Don’t hit your sister just because you were losing.
 3.    Don’t dance around the room chanting “I Won! I Won!” just because you won.
 
 These rules still apply, of course, but the world of gaming has become significantly more complicated. The following 10 Commandments of Modern Gaming will help you through any gaming event, whether it is a card game competition, a LAN party, or a quiet night at home with the family.
 
 1.    Thou Shalt not commit violence over a game. It is just a game.
 2.    Thou Shalt not speak profanity during a game. The classic swear words are bad, as are the following: Jock, Nazi, Idiot, Loser, and Newbie. These are massive insults, and should be avoided.
 3.    Thou Shalt be a good winner and a gracious loser. Thou shalt play, even if the game chosen is not your favorite, so that others will play your favorite.
 4.    Thou Shalt not speak while the event coordinator is speaking. Whether they are explaining the rules or telling you where the bathrooms are, you should be quiet and listen to them.
 5.    Thou Shalt not create or use pre-established pacts with other players, unless the game is a team game in the first place.
 6.    Thou Shalt Shower before coming to the event. Enough Said.
 7.    Thou Shalt bring a snack to share with the table. This is appreciated and wins you favor, which you can use against them later.
 8.    Thou Shalt thank the host, so they will host again.
 9.    Thou Shalt help the host clean up, so they will host again.
 10.    Thou Shalt, above all, enjoy yourself and have fun, as it is a game and should be enjoyed as such.


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