Rules of Engagement
From OttawaLulz
The purpose of the demonstration in a modern western society is to convey a message to the public. In keeping with this objective, Anonymous has drafted 21+1 rules that Anonymous can follow in order to assure epic win and no loss of hit points on your part.
Read these rules. Read them daily. Read them when you wake up, and before you go to bed. Read them to your little brother or sister to help them sleep at night. Obey them vigilantly. Distance yourself from members who do not.
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[edit] Rules
Rule #0: Rules 1 and 2 of the internet still apply. Your memes are not, at this juncture, something that the real world can appreciate. Although meme speak between fellow Anonymous is acceptable, focus on the target and keep it to a minimum.
Rule #1: Stay cool.
Rule #2: Stay kewl. You are an ambassador of Anonymous. Although individuals trying to disrupt your demonstration will get on your nerves, you must not lose your temper. Doing so will harm the protest and tarnish the reputation of Anonymous.
Rule #3: Notify city officials. Most jurisdictions either have rules about public protests, or would prefer to be notified that they are taking place. Know the rules for your jurisdiction and abide by them.
Rule #4: Always be across the street from the object being protested.
Rule #5: In the absence of a road, find another natural barrier between yourself and the target of protest. Doing so will make it more difficult for individuals hostile to your cause to come and harass you.
Rule #6: Stay on public property. You may be charged for trespassing if you do not.
Rule #7: No violence.
Rule #8: No weapons. The demonstration is a peaceful event. Your weapons. You will not need them.
Rule #9: No alcohol or pre-drinking. Violating this rule may easily precipitate a violation of rules 1 and 2.
Rule #10: NO graffiti, destruction, or vandalism.
Rule #11: If you want to do something stupid, pick another day. These should be self explanatory. Violation of these rules during a demonstration will tarnish the reputation of Anonymous, harm the demonstration itself and leave you vulnerable to attention from law enforcement.
Rule #12: Anonymous is legion. Never be alone. Isolation during a protest marks you as a target for handlers who wish to provoke an angry reaction from you and other hostiles. In keeping with this principle...
Rule #13: Organize in squads of 10 to 15 people.
Rule #14: One or two megaphones per squad. A megaphone is helpful for maintaining the overall cohesion of a demonstration and spreading your message. However, too many will confuse the public and render you hearing impaired.
Rule #15: Know the dress code. Forming a loose yet reasonable dress code for protest members will help to maintain cohesion and get the public to take you seriously.
Rule #16: Cover your face. This will prevent your identification from videos taken by hostiles, other protesters or security. Use scarves, hats and sunglasses. Masks are not necessary, and donning them in the context of a public demonstration is forbidden in some jurisdictions.
Rule #17: DO NOT take ID or credit cards. This will prevent your definitive identification in case you do something unseemly and get noticed by law enforcement.
Rule #18: Bring water.
Rule #19: Wear good shoes. Following these rules will assure your comfort during the demonstration. Keep in mind that demonstrations may often be quite lengthy.
Rule #20: Signs, flyers, and phrases. Have yours ready. Make sure that signs are large enough to read. Also ensure that the text on your signs and your phrases are pertinent to the target of the protest. Finally, prepare legible, uncomplicated and accurate flyers to hand out to those who wish to know more regarding the motivations behind your actions.
Rule #21: Document the demonstration. Videos and pictures of the event may be used to corroborate your side of the story if law enforcement get involved. Furthermore, posting images and videos of your heroic actions all over the internet is bound to generate win, exhorting other Anonymous to follow your glorious example.
BONUS: Rule #22: Don't Zerg Rush people interested in our cause. Twenty people in masks coming at you would send you running, too. Let one person do the talking, and have the rest of you hang back.
[edit] Identity Protection Checklist
These guidelines should help you get rid of any objects that could be used to identify you at the protest.
- Remove all unnecessary bank, credit,
ID, and business cards from your wallet.
PLEASE NOTE THAT IF AN OFFICER ASKS FOR ID AND YOU ARE UNABLE TO PROVIDE ONE, PARTYVAN DOES HAVE THE ABILITY TO ARREST YOU AND HOLD YOU UNTIL YOU CAN BE ID'D
- Empty your jacket pockets. Leave no scrap of paper inside them. The same goes for any bags you bring with you.
- If you have any key chains with an address of a business on them, find another key chain.
- Any discount key tags (Blockbuster Video, M&M Meat Shops, etc.) should also be removed.
- If your jacket has your name anywhere on it, find another jacket.
- Change the banner text on your cell phone to something without your name or phone number.
- If you use an image of yourself or a friend/family member as your cell phone wallpaper, change it to a more generic background.
- Change the keypad lock code on your phone to something other than the default, and keep the lock active during the protest.
- If you have a bus pass, use tickets or cash instead.
- Erase all existing images from your digital camera.
[edit] Notes
If you follow these simple rules, the success of your action is virtually assured. However, keep in mind that the success of the demonstration as a whole hinges on the good behavior of all those who participate. Ignore these rules at your own peril. Follow them, and victory will be yours.
We are Anonymous. We do not forgive. We do not forget. And now, we are expected.
