Maeve
Tier II: Crafter
II - [0/0] RP Level 1
"They say in chess you've got to kill the queen and then you made it."
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Post by Maeve on Dec 12, 2008 11:50:23 GMT -5
You guys know me. I'm a fool for RP.
That said, I was wondering what the chances were of some kind've RP event? Something that could potentially include all of our characters without it being really far fetched? (i.e. No dramatic fancy balls because we have several not-so-regal types.)
I don't really have too many ideas on it right now.. But I was just wondering if this had happened before and I missed it, or what our thoughts were on that sort've thing. ^^
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Post by Beolakh on Dec 12, 2008 14:34:32 GMT -5
The staff has been putting together designs for an "Epic" -- a site-wide plot that would include a number of different plots and as many character as wanted to be involved. We actually nearly launched it a while ago, but it became apparent we didn't have the activity level we'd need to sustain such a thing. (This summer, maybe? Hmm...) But it sounds like you're suggesting something on a smaller scale; just one story that everyone manages to fit into? Oooooh. That could be tons of fun. A dramatic fancy ball might actually work--some sort of important political event which a large number of nobility attended. Cue Intrigue! Strife! Diabolical scheming! We've got a few spy-ish characters (one of them is mine) who would be easily integrated into that, as would our wandering-adventurer-guard-for-hire contingent. And such a summit would require entertainment, so the bards and gladiatorial slaves would be around to get caught in the subversive madness... Of course, plotline aside, logistics would be the trickiest part of this project...but I think it may be worth a shot, especially with Christmas at hand.
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Maeve
Tier II: Crafter
II - [0/0] RP Level 1
"They say in chess you've got to kill the queen and then you made it."
Posts: 73
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Post by Maeve on Dec 14, 2008 19:28:47 GMT -5
Well now that you've got it actually working, then maybe a ball or some kind've hoity-toity event wouldn't be so bad afterall. =) You know Domhantir's characters far better than I do at any rate, so I trust your judgement!
Do we have a king or.. something or someone who could make a great big proclamation and send out invites andandnand.d.. OMG WHAT WILL WE WEAR. -girlyswoon-
Where is Ashlyn for these activity inspiring shenanigans? -tries to lure with rolos-
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Post by Andunare on Dec 14, 2008 21:46:26 GMT -5
I've actually been thinking about this, and I think we might be able to make it work- at least, we might as well give it a try. We do have a handful of active members who might be willing to commit. But here's what I think we would need:
1. An idea. The staff will need to come up with an idea for the setting and plot, and then have each player weave their characters in, rather than having the plot be spontaneous.
2. A sign up thread, so that we know which players and which characters are participating.
3. Requirements. Participators should make the commitment to post every "round". After, say, two missed "rounds" they should be eliminated, to keep the thread from stalling.
4. Perhaps a less stringent posting order. Again, so that the thread doesn't stall.
5. A leader. In a normal rp thread, players take turns responding to one another one at a time. This thread, with many members and a more nebulous posting order, will be too chaotic, however. Every day, or perhaps every two days, a designated staff member will post to move the plot along. Then, each of the players will post in response.
6. Incentives. More posts and better quality posts should get you more points.
So, the structure would look something like this:
Round 1-
Post 1: Leader Post 2: Ashlyn Post 3: Tydus Post 4: Maeve Post 5: Ballo Post 6: Andunare
Round 2-
Post 7: Leader Post 8: Andunare Post 9: Tydus Post 10: Ashlyn Post 11: Maeve Post 12: Ballo
etc. Perhaps even:
Round 3-
Post 13: Leader Post 14: Ballo Post 15: Maeve Post 16: Ashlyn Post 17: Maeve Post 18: Ballo Post 19: Andunare Post 20: Ashlyn Post 21: Tydus Post 22: Maeve
If we can make something like this work, we will be able to apply what we learn to launching the epic someday. What do you guys think?
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Post by Ashlyn on Dec 14, 2008 23:43:51 GMT -5
Where is Ashlyn for these activity inspiring shenanigans? -tries to lure with rolos- Meave, you've made my day. Thank you. And OH MY GOSH!!!!!!! AHHHHHHH!!!! *runs around screaming in excitement* I'm so happy! I read this when it was originally posted, but was going to wait until Beo or someone responded. Now that I'm here, well, hehe. So, my thoughts. I think that this is a GREAT idea! Somewhat of a mini epic. Ahh, this is so cool. I agree with Andunare, about how the system should work. Her idea about the posting order is excellent, and I'm all in favor. Also, I would be willing to be the leader, but that is getting a little ahead of myself. Eliminating characters after a time of inactivity is a great idea, and the random posting order is genius as well. (Although I think we should keep double posts out). As for post types, let me say this now. Quality posts keep the thread interesting and move it along!!!!! When a person takes the time to describe what their character is thinking, the setting around them, how they interact with it, etc, and not just a sentence about what their character does, it give SO much more to work off of. I think that if we can all take the time to sit down and write a good, oh 300 to 500 word post, that would be an awesome thread, no matter what it is about. I know that sometimes our muses don't cooperate, but just forcing it out is better than none at all. Posts of that length take, what, half an hour max? I'm sure we can spare that every two or three days. Seriously. Take me for instance, and I tell this not to brag. Finals is this week, but I managed to write 10,000 words in four days for a thread on another site I'm a member of, of which that thread closed this morning at 12:01 AM. If I can do that, we can dedicate thirty minutes. After all, we aren't publishing this stuff, so it doesn't have to be perfect. As for the Rounds, how long would they last? I could definitely post most days, but we should make each round, oh, three or four days. That way, if things did come up, there would be wriggle room. The idea planning is great, and I will no doubt be in the middle of that. Recruitment and requirements are good too. As for incentives, I have a great idea. When we finish, (hopefully before I leave), then we will grade the thread using the rubric and the such. However, we will award points in a different way. Instead of giving everyone the same amount, we give everyone points relative to how many words they individually wrote. But the staff can discuss this as the time gets closer. All in all, I'm UBER excited!!!! Let's do it, and actually do it, if that makes any sense. Finally, some excitement about Domhantir, instead of Althanas. There is hope yet. Always ready to serve, Ashlyn/Kryos/Kalla
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Post by Andunare on Dec 15, 2008 16:41:44 GMT -5
*Rubs hands together* Ahhh, good! Okay, here's the specifics of what I was thinking on a few points: I was thinking that each round would last three days. That should be plenty of time for everyone to write a post even in the midst of holiday/ academic madness. Every player should get one "grace" round, since some of us will have trouble finding internet access during visits with relatives, etc. Perhaps we could even make exceptions for those who will be gone for an extended period, as long as they inform the staff beforehand of their absence. But after two missed rounds, you're out! The leader doesn't have to be the same person each round. Ashlyn could be the leader for round one, Beo round two, etc. But the leader must always post first, and must make a plot-moving post. Here's a better explanation of what I mean by a "leader" and "plot moving posts". In a normal, two-player rp thread, the players collaborate to plan the thread, and each responds to the others posts within the plot framework they've planned. Here, however, the staff (with input from everyone else) will plan the general plot of the thread. Let's say that this thread takes place at a ball, where several npc assassins plan to take out a high-level political advisor to the Rhyn. Round 1: Post 1: (Leader, Ashlyn) Ashlyn opens the thread with a description of the ball. He notes the presence of the advisor, the air of festivity, and the high number of unusual guests (us ). While describing the feelings, motives, etc. of his own character he also notices a few suspicious characters hanging around the corners of the ballroom. Everyone else will then respond to Ashlyn's post without moving the overall plot. Adyn walks into the room, explains why he's there. Then maybe Maeve shows up, and notices Adyn and Ashlyn. The Genschutze appears, and perhaps strikes up a conversation with Maeve. Perhaps Serrok comes, and, recognizing Adyn (ulp!) plots to do some assassinating of his own. Round 2: Post 1: (Leader, Beolakh, as Serrok) Serrok has already posted explaining how he came to the ball, and his initial impressions. Now he posts again, and overhears a conversation between two men who hint that something will soon occur to drastically alter the direction of Talambrian politics- bringing new spoils to members of a fast-growing radical political faction. The dancing begins, led by the advisor and his wife. Then we respond, moving along our sub-plots within the overall plot. Does that make sense? The reason I also suggested allowing members to post more than once during the same round was to allow for conversations and such to happen between characters. With only one post and so much else going on, it could be difficult otherwise. I'm eager to see what Beolakh thinks...
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Post by Beolakh on Dec 15, 2008 17:26:39 GMT -5
I think this system shows intense amounts of potential. Did you know tehuanti fur can bristle with excitement? I would assert that the post order not always be completely random. If, for instance, we start to break off into sub plots (to run with the banquet assassination idea, suppose a team of assassins slips into a passageway behind the main hall?), we could group characters together by scene to simulate novel-ish scene breaks (i.e., everyone in the hall posts consecutively, and then we cut to the passage with the assassins). What do you guys think in the way of timeframe on this? If we started a planning thread, do you think we could get it up and running before school resumes for the scholastically-indentured among us?
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Genschutze
Tier I: Initiate
I - [465/465] RP Level 1
"Don't you know? Toraйkeriй never die."
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Post by Genschutze on Dec 15, 2008 17:53:56 GMT -5
This idea sounds very suited to Geschutze, both the assassination and diplomacy part...
Other than that, everything else sound brilliant.
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Maeve
Tier II: Crafter
II - [0/0] RP Level 1
"They say in chess you've got to kill the queen and then you made it."
Posts: 73
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Post by Maeve on Dec 15, 2008 19:56:51 GMT -5
Save for the basic structural outlines, I don't think planning should be done too excessively, to keep things interesting and fresh as they happen. New ideas should be new ideas in the thread, even for the leaders who are posting our plot moving bits.
This idea is fantastic, especially with all of the input being given by Andunare especially.
Beolakh's mention of breaking off into 'novelesque scene breaks' is perfect though, because with a stroke of luck or two, the interactions that start in this 'mini-epic' may do well to branch into continuing relationships and furthered interest into the RP section of the site. Everybody is more interested in tossing their characters around when they have people to actively play with and rely upon to post. That said, it'd be awesome if we had something that would provide us the opportunity to really get to RP out our characters with the other characters, rather than totally devoting the entire scene to reactionary posts at the leader's cue.
I only have one teeny, tiny, itsy bitsy request.
If we DO have assassins going for an advisor or whatever to the Rhyn, even if it was just an example for now, can Maevey-dove be one of our puppeteers for such an event? It really does sound up her alley, and would give her more than adequate reason to attend.
c___C
-gets to sewing lavish, dramatic ballgowns and such-
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