I realize this may look like a wall of text, but it is necessary for this rp to succeed and I want not only for the rp to succeed but each player to be able to finish it to the end. So, with that said – PLEASE READ ALL OF THE RULES AND EXPECTATIONS!!!
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All RPA rules apply, of course! Although it shouldn’t bear needing repeated, all MATURE Rules apply. If you are uncertain to as if a scene is too inappropriate for what the gm or RPA will allow, just ask.
GM's word is law! ( I am the GM, if I need to be absent for a while, then a co gm will be appointed for the duration of my absence.)
No Godmodding.
No railroading (acting like a GM to drive the RP in the direction you want)
No powerplaying (your character knowing things that have been discussed in OOC)
Be considerate of fellow rp'ers in the ooc. If you have a dispute try to work it out, and if needed I will become involved. While your character doesn’t have to be “nice” in IC, You DO, however, have to be tolerant, play nice, and be patient of others in OOC. Real life happens, and at times people have to be away. Give everyone time to post, or else write around them. Rudeness will not be tolerated, no exceptions. On that note, please make sure you understand the following:
You must agree that if you drop the rp or disappear, your character will continue to be utilized by the gm or someone you appoint in order to continue the advancement and integrity of the RP. You will of course be credited for the character creation.
This rp is open to both old and new rp'ers alike. Veterans, please be helpful to any newbies that may join!
Minimum post will consist of three paragraphs -Please make an attempt to give the next person something to work with; it makes the story easier to write for all. I understand that it is not always possible to post going by the previous poster above you, but read what all has happened since your last post. Keep up to date on the story, and keep the story up to date!!
While I don't expect perfection, I do recognize that spell checker is readily available. For the sake of a decent story presentation please use proper spelling and grammar. This does not mean that the use of “slang, hillbilly, or country type talk” is frowned upon, it simply means please don’t present your writing capabilities to be that of an illiterate level. Absolutely no *text talk*
Standard font color ONLY is to be used for posting both in ooc and IC. Other colors are hard to read. The only time colored font is allowed is if you are using it to quote another person, and then keep it a color that will be easy to read. Do put your chars current location and time at the top of your post.
Submit a character profile using the provided template. Detailed descriptions are appreciated and necessary. Pictures are NOT required. Imagination takes precedence here, not photos.
All characters must be eighteen or over for this rp.
You must pm all char sheets to me for approval before posting them in the ooc. Once approval has been given you may post it in the OOC - MINUS the fear. That stays between you and the gm. (me)
NOTE*
Things can and will happen to your chars in this rp. Accept that it can happen before you join, as there will be no arguing when and if something happens to your char in the development of the story. I will be guiding this game to some degree although I am hoping to allow as much freedom in developing the story as I can to the players and all ideas are welcomed and accepted. The same goes if you are asked to modify your character before acceptance. If I need it changed, you must trust that I have good reason for it that will be evident in the IC when the time comes.
I do not expect this to move incredibly fast as real life and other duties come first for many. Having said that though, I do expect commitment. Don’t waste other people’s time. If you can’t commit to posting on a regular basis, then please do NOT sign up as this is not fair to the other writers that are involved. If you have signed up and find that it will be necessary to be away for awhile then PLEASE notify the gm so the story can be written in a fashion as to be able to continue without your characters immediate interaction. This is very important to the structure of the RP experience. If you do not comply with these rules, your character will be taken over as needed for the rp. Please note that I have made accomadations for necessary absences.
NO SPEED POSTING WILL BE TOLERATED.
There will be swearing in this but please no massive amounts of cursing are needed. In some instances it is fine depending on what is going on around your char, but every other word does NOT need to be the f-word!
A word of caution on co posting:
If you wish to interact with another person's character, you can do so in a co-post, and that would be fine. Just remember however, the co post should not take too long to be posted. The game is not to be held up.
In order to help keep track of who is where since we will not all be at the same place at the same time, please provide the following at the beginning of each of your posts.
Location: (where is your char)
Day /Time : ( Monday, Tuesday, etc. morning, noon, night. Everyone needs to stay within the same day.)
When pming your char sheets to me please end it with the phrase "We seek only the truth" This is to indicate to me that you have read, understood, and agree to these rules as they have been set forth.
Have fun with this, it is meant to be fun! Please let me know if you have ideas you would like to see incorporated into the game. I will certainly consider them, and they certainly will be welcomed!!
*These rules are not cast in stone; they can and will be modified if the need arises or for unforeseen circumstances beyond my control.
[M] Planes Of Polarity - Quest for the Truth (OOC)
Originally Posted by Anne Bonny
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