Are satanic references against the tos?

#0 - Feb. 24, 2010, 12:11 p.m.

I would hope so, as the tos states that you cannot reference religious figures in your naming.

I have encountered a player named "<< removed >>" and I am wondering if this is against the tos. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

Syndri

#131 - Feb. 24, 2010, 8:04 p.m.

You are welcome to report the name in question, Italianblend. We will be happy to look into the matter further and take all appropriate action. Please note, however, that Blizzard Entertainment and its representatives possess sole discretion when determining whether or not a name is appropriate for the World of Warcraft.

For clarity, the name in question would be reviewed under the following policy:

http://us.blizzard.com/support/article.xml?locale=en_US&articleId=20368

Q u o t e:
Inappropriate

This category includes both clear and masked names which:

Are mildly inappropriate references to human anatomy or bodily functions

Are references to illegal drugs or activities

Have neutral or positive racial/ethnic/national connotations

Have any connotations of major religions or religious figures (i.e. Jesus, Christianity, Buddha)

Include names of World of Warcraft realms, zones, or names of major characters from Warcraft lore

Are otherwise considered inappropriate for the game world

Emphasis mine.