What is Novice Network chat REALLY for?

[Bellsong]

NN was a mistake it feels for the most part. Though it's nice to help new players and returnees/see them get help. But over all NN just turns into WoW's trade chat and borders on Barrens chat every now and again. Diabolos NN can be at times a cess pool of over inflated egos, trolls, and the rare kick happy mentor.

IMO, SE should have put more ground rules on the NN and not just left it up to the mentors, cause mentors rarely ever agree on things, and that mentor arguing probably sucks for the sprouts who just want a hand.

[hynaku]

There is a profanity Filter you can turn on. Only thing think that's not allowed is fighting, calling one's offensive names, belittling ones, and offensive macros. Also keep chat at pg-13 level.

[Solarra]

@Hynaku
You are right, there is a profanity filter. However, this does not mean it's ok to swear in a public channel and no action will be taken if it is reported. There have been numerous cases of people falling foul of these rules because they thought that filter gave them protection, which it does not.

The following is a quote directly from the ToS :

The use of inappropriate or offensive language, whether or not directed at another player, is considered harassment and is strictly prohibited.