THE CODEX OF USE AND PROTECTION
A LEGAL POLICY OF CRIT HAPPENS!
Last Updated: January 4, 2026
Welcome, traveler.
By crossing into this archive, by listening, watching, reading, or otherwise engaging with Crit Happens!, you enter a protected narrative space governed by the terms set forth below.
This document defines the rights, restrictions, and obligations that apply to all who access the Crit Happens! website, podcast episodes, video productions, livestreams, and associated digital platforms.
If you do not agree to these terms, you must withdraw and discontinue use of this site and its content.
THE ARCHIVE OF OWNERSHIP
All content published or made available by Crit Happens! is protected under copyright, trademark, and intellectual property law.
This archive includes, but is not limited to:
• Audio recordings and podcast episodes
• Video recordings, livestreams, and edited clips
• Character art, illustrations, and visual assets
• Logos, sigils, branding elements, and show identifiers
• Written lore, scripts, summaries, and narrative text
• Worldbuilding materials, fictional settings, and concepts
• Website text, structure, and presentation
Unless explicitly stated otherwise, all such materials are the sole intellectual property of Crit Happens!.
No portion of this archive may be copied, reproduced, distributed, displayed, transmitted, modified, archived, or exploited without prior express written consent.
This restriction applies equally to commercial and non commercial use.
SANCTIONED WORKS OF OUTSIDE HANDS
Certain assets appearing within Crit Happens! productions originate from third party creators.
These materials may include artwork, music, sound effects, or voice performances used with express permission, license, or lawful authorization.
Ownership of such works remains with their original creators or legal rights holders. Crit Happens! does not convey, sublicense, or transfer rights to third party content.
Unauthorized use of these materials may result in legal action by their respective owners.
NO IMPLIED BLESSING OR LICENSE
Entry into this archive grants no license, permission, or right to use Crit Happens! intellectual property.
No implied license arises through viewing, listening, downloading, or sharing official links.
All rights not expressly granted in writing are reserved.
Use of Crit Happens! names, logos, campaign titles, character names, or branding elements without written authorization is strictly forbidden.
CONDUCT WITHIN THE ARCHIVE
Those who access this website agree to respect its boundaries.
The following actions are prohibited:
• Scraping, harvesting, or downloading content for redistribution
• Rehosting episodes, videos, clips, or artwork
• Creating derivative works from protected materials
• Using content for AI training, datasets, or automated systems
• Impersonating Crit Happens! or its creators
• Claiming affiliation, endorsement, or partnership without approval
• Using the website for unlawful, deceptive, or abusive purposes
Violations may result in revoked access and legal enforcement.
FAN WORKS AND COMMON COURTESY
Crit Happens! recognizes and values its community.
Sharing official links to episodes or pages is permitted, provided:
• Content remains unaltered
• No clips or reuploads are created
• Attribution is preserved
• No monetization occurs
• No impression of official affiliation is implied
Fan art, cosplay, and other transformative works inspired by Crit Happens! are permitted for non commercial purposes only.
Such works must not reproduce official artwork, logos, or proprietary assets verbatim and must not claim official or endorsed status unless approved in writing.
FICTION NOTICE AND DISCLAIMERS
Crit Happens! is a work of fiction created for entertainment.
All characters, locations, factions, and events are fictional. Any resemblance to real persons or events is coincidental.
Gameplay reflects improvisation, player choice, and chance. Statements made during episodes are not factual claims or professional guidance.
Nothing within this archive constitutes legal, medical, financial, or mental health advice.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
All content is provided as is and as available.
Crit Happens! makes no guarantees regarding accuracy, availability, or uninterrupted access.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Crit Happens! and its creators are not liable for damages arising from:
• Use or inability to use this website
• Reliance on content
• Technical failures or interruptions
• Third party platforms or services
PORTALS BEYOND THE ARCHIVE
This website may contain links to third party platforms or services.
Crit Happens! does not control and is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of external sites.
Access to external platforms occurs at your own risk and under their respective terms.
AMENDMENTS TO THE CODEX
Crit Happens! reserves the right to revise this policy at any time.
Changes take effect immediately upon posting. Continued access constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE
For permissions, licensing requests, or legal inquiries, direct correspondence to: