Terms of Service
Effective Date: March 28, 20261.
Acceptance of TermsBy accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use this website.
2. Ownership and Intellectual Property
EXIT STRATEGY: A HOSTILE WORKPLACE SURVIVAL BOARD GAME™ is a trademark owned by
Mary Allen.
All content on this website—including but not limited to:Game design, systems, rules, mechanics, and gameplay conceptsCharacters, identities, and all materials within the Character Case FilesArtwork, graphics, visual assets, and design elementsAudio content, music, songs, compositions, and sound recordingsVideos, written content, dialogue, and narrative elementsWebsite structure, layout, concept, and overall experienceIs the exclusive intellectual property of
Susan Peltier and Mary Allen and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.All rights are reserved.
3. No License GrantedNothing on this website grants, by implication or otherwise, any license or right to use any content without prior written permission.Accessing or viewing this website does not grant any right to:Copy or use game mechanics or systemsReproduce or adapt characters or narrativesUse artwork, audio, or visual assetsCreate derivative works of any kindAll rights not expressly granted are reserved.
4. Restrictions on UseYou agree not to:Copy, reproduce, distribute, publish, display, or create derivative works from any contentReverse engineer, replicate, or recreate any game mechanics, systems, or experiencesUse any characters, likenesses, or creative elements without express written permissionScrape, extract, or harvest data or content from the websiteUse the website or its content for commercial purposes without authorizationRemove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary noticesUse the website in any unlawful, fraudulent, or unauthorized mannerWe reserve the right to pursue all available legal remedies for violations.
5. Enforcement of RightsWe actively monitor and protect our intellectual property.We reserve the right to:Investigate suspected violationsRemove access to contentIssue takedown noticesPursue legal action, including claims for damages and injunctive reliefUnauthorized use of our intellectual property may result in civil and/or criminal liability.
6. User ConductYou agree not to:Interfere with or disrupt the functionality of the websiteAttempt to bypass or compromise security measuresUse automated systems (bots, scrapers, crawlers) without permissionIntroduce malicious code or attempt unauthorized accessEngage in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the website
7. No Accounts or User ContentUsers are not able to create accounts at this timeUsers are not permitted to upload contentAll interactions are limited to voluntary form submissions
8. Disclaimer – Fictional Content and No Professional AdviceThis website and all associated content are part of a fictional, satirical, and entertainment-based experience.All characters, names, personalities, incidents, dialogue, and scenarios presented on this website—including but not limited to those contained within the Character Case Files, Personnel Fabrication Lab, and any related materials—are entirely fictional.Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, actual events, organizations, workplaces, or situations is purely coincidental and unintentional.Nothing on this website is intended to represent real individuals, companies, or events.
No Professional AdviceThe content provided on this website is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute:Legal adviceEmployment or workplace guidanceHuman resources recommendationsBusiness, psychological, or professional advice of any kindUsers should not rely on any content from this website as a substitute for professional advice.
User ResponsibilityUsers are solely responsible for how they interpret and use the content provided on this website.
9. No Claim of LikenessBy using this website, you agree that you will not assert any claim against Exit Strategy Board Games, Mary Allen, or Susan Peltier based on any alleged resemblance between website content and any real person, entity, or situation.
10. Disclaimer of WarrantiesThis website and all content are provided on an
“as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:MerchantabilityFitness for a particular purposeNon-infringementAccuracy, reliability, or completeness of contentAvailability or uninterrupted operation of the websiteWe do not guarantee that the website will be secure, error-free, or free of harmful components.
11. Limitation of LiabilityTo the fullest extent permitted by law, Exit Strategy Board Games, Mary Allen, and Susan Peltier shall not be liable for any damages, including but not limited to:Direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damagesLoss of data, profits, revenue, or business opportunitiesClaims arising from use or inability to use the websiteClaims based on interpretation or misuse of contentClaims related to any perceived resemblance to real persons or entitiesIn no event shall total liability exceed
one hundred U.S. dollars (USD $100).
12. IndemnificationYou agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless:Exit Strategy Board GamesMary AllenSusan PeltierFrom and against any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:Your use or misuse of the websiteYour violation of these TermsAny actions taken based on website content
13. Arbitration and Class Action WaiverBinding ArbitrationAny dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the website shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration, except where prohibited by law.Arbitration shall take place in the State of Colorado and be conducted by a neutral arbitrator under applicable rules.
No Class ActionsYou agree that any disputes shall be brought solely in your individual capacity and not as part of any class, collective, or representative action.You waive any right to participate in any class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.
ExceptionsNothing in this section prevents us from seeking:Injunctive or equitable reliefEnforcement of intellectual property rightsRelief in small claims court
Opt-Out OptionYou may opt out of arbitration within 30 days of first use by contacting:
exitstrategyboardgames@gmail.com14. Intellectual Property Complaints and DMCA NoticeIf you believe that any content on this website infringes your intellectual property rights, you may submit a written notice including:Identification of the work claimed to be infringedIdentification of the material and its locationYour contact informationA good faith statementA statement under penalty of perjuryYour signatureSend notices to:
exitstrategyboardgames@gmail.comWe may remove or disable access to content and take appropriate action.False claims may result in liability.
15. Third-Party Links and ServicesThis website may contain links to third-party platforms including social media and music services.We are not responsible for third-party content or practices.
16. Modifications to TermsWe reserve the right to update these Terms at any time.Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.
17. Governing LawThese Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Colorado, without regard to conflict of law principles.
18. Contact InformationMary Allenexitstrategyboardgames@gmail.com