When hosting games, the host should:

1. Be on time, set up and ready to game at the allotted times.

2. Limit the game to the time allotted, allow time for take down and set up. If you are late cleaning up, the next person will be late starting.

3. Place all boxes, carrying cases, and accessories that are not in use, under the gaming table after you set up. These items should be far enough under the table to prevent gamers from stepping on them or kicking them.

4. Clear the table of all castings not being used. Place all casualties in a specific location on the table or in a casualty box.

5. Remember the atmosphere of a game should be friendly, introduce gamers to each other.

6. Never place all the newcomers on one side, and all the experienced gamers on the other side balance is important.

7. Treat all gamers with patience and courtesy.

8. Keep an open mind. Remember you are human, and as such, you make mistakes. There will be times when other players will be far more adept at the rules than you. Find a way to use that expertise.

When playing in a game, the gamer should:

1. Conduct one's self like a gentle man.

A. Keep your cool even if those around you don't.

B. If you have a point, make it. If overruled by the host - move on. Nothing ruins a game faster than constant griping or bickering.

C. If you feel strongly about a point, bring it up after the game.

2. Respect the figures you are using:

A. The host has spent many hours painting those figures. As such, should be handled with care.

B. Move the figures by the stand or individually, never drag them over the table.

C. Never scoop up figures by the handful, rubbing them together will damage the paint job.

D. Never handle figures with greasy fingers eating either before or after the game. If you eat, your hands must be washed before further play or the old adage of "move with the right hand and eat with the left" can be used.

3. Never put drinks on the gaming table. A spilled drink can cover a large area very fast.

4. Be punctual. You will not be appreciated if you arrive fashionably late.

5. If you sign up for a game and can't attend, remove your name from the sign up sheet. Noshows delay the game, as the respectful host waits for someone that won't show. This is both selfish and discourteous.

Abiding by these rules makes the gaming experience better for all of us. Does anybody else have special courtesy rule(s) that they use to help the game reach an amicable ending?