Terms & Conditions

1. Introduction to The Foundry

Welcome to L.A. Gold Social. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our virtual platform, The Scoville Foundry. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these terms. This document constitutes a legally binding agreement between you and L.A. Gold Gaming Group Ltd. Ensure you read them carefully. The platform is designed solely for entertainment purposes within a simulated environment.

2. Absolute No-Real-Money Policy

L.A. Gold Social is a strict social casino. We operate on an absolute no-real-money policy. No real money deposits are accepted, and no real money or physical prizes can be won, withdrawn, or exchanged. The platform is fundamentally designed for risk-free entertainment. Any references to "wins," "jackpots," or "payouts" refer exclusively to the virtual in-game currency, Scoville Sparks (SVS).

3. Age Requirements & Eligibility

Access to The Scoville Foundry is strictly restricted to individuals who are 18 years of age or older. By using the site, you warrant that you meet this age requirement. The platform is intended for audiences in specific jurisdictions where social gaming is permitted. It is your responsibility to ensure compliance with your local laws regarding simulated online gaming.

4. Scoville Sparks Rules & Expiration

Scoville Sparks (SVS) are the virtual currency used across all games on the platform. SVS hold zero monetary value and cannot be transferred outside the platform. We grant you a limited, revocable, non-exclusive license to use SVS within our simulated games. SVS balances may be adjusted, reset, or expire at the sole discretion of L.A. Gold Gaming Group Ltd., typically after prolonged periods of inactivity.

5. Prohibited Conduct

Users must engage with the platform fairly. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to: attempting to manipulate the Random Number Generation (RNG) systems, utilizing automated bots or scripts to play games, exploiting bugs for unfair advantage, and attempting to sell or trade virtual Scoville Sparks. Violation of these rules will result in immediate termination of access and forfeiture of any virtual balance.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

All content, designs, graphics, game mechanics, and lore—including "The Scoville Foundry," "Jalapeno Jackpots," and "Roulette of Fire"—are the exclusive intellectual property of L.A. Gold Gaming Group Ltd. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our platform without explicit, written permission.

7. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from your use of the platform shall be handled in accordance with the laws of New Zealand. Users agree to first attempt to resolve any issues informally by contacting our Help Desk. If unresolved, disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Auckland, New Zealand.

8. Limitation of Liability

L.A. Gold Gaming Group Ltd. provides the platform on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties regarding uninterrupted access or the continuous availability of virtual currency. In no event shall we be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the platform, including the loss of virtual progress or Scoville Sparks.