Spam

Spamming is repeatedly typing the same line over and over in a brief period of time, such that innocent bystanders' chat windows scroll so much that ordinary conversation is impossible. Repeatedly shouting is just as aggravating, as the larger text causes the chat window to scroll much faster than normal as well.

Consequences

• Repeated shouting or spamming can earn you a blackspot, or a warning from an Ocean Master. Neither is something you wish to experience.
• Repeated abuse can get you permanently banned from the game.
• Talking too quickly can also cause a your words to be lost when his or her your becomes hoarse.
• Spamming aboard a ship may result in being forced to walk the plank and loss of booty.