# Masked Anonymity

#### Masked = Hidden Identity

When wearing a mask or face covering, your **character’s identity is considered hidden** for the purposes of voice recognition.

**Do not metagame** a masked character’s identity just because you recognize:

* Their **voice OOC**
* Their **player name**
* Their **typical behavior**

#### You Can Still Be Profiled

Even while masked, **your character may still be identified** by:

* Clothing or accessories
* Weapons
* Tattoos or scars
* Horse, saddle, or known animal companions

**Roleplay it out realistically**—being masked does not make you invisible.

#### No 24/7 Masking to Avoid Consequences

**Constantly masking to avoid RP consequences** (e.g., law enforcement, retaliation) is **not allowed**. If your character wears a mask frequently, you **must have a strong RP justification** (such as being a wanted outlaw or under active threat).

#### Law Enforcement Authority

Law enforcement **can request or demand** mask removal in:

* **Towns**
* **Investigations**
* **During or after arrests**

If you are arrested while masked, officers may use **`/me removes mask`**. You are **required to comply** and remove your mask immediately.

#### No Instant Disguises

You **may not immediately change clothes or hairstyle** after committing a crime to avoid consequences.

However, you **may use in-game commands** to:

* Remove or add clothing from your **current outfit**
* Make reasonable adjustments without a full outfit change