And that, as far as policy is concerned, they are both equivalent.
In my opinion....
2. GUARDED - Person might be interested in RPing confict, if it is clear IC both parties are interested, there won't be any problems. WARN <player> COMBAT just to be sure, maybe even confirm in OOC about where things are going before they escalate too far. Be prepared for them to hit the REPORT button if they lose anyways.
3. CLOSED - Don't bother starting a conflict that could escalate to PvP. Start with WARN <player> COMBAT and escalate IC and OOC warnings from there, if they are starting the conflict. Repeat WARN COMBAT just before things blow up as a final precaution. Then be prepared for them to hit the REPORT button anyways.
-pete
