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So, I'm not sure what genre, party size or writing style to throw up here.

I am not sure what I want from RP's, but I was thinking about maybe a world build (small) to start the flow of...whatever it is. Probably a fantasy area, small island? Just a few settlements, minimum races and a few 'hot' spots to focus on.

Honestly, not sure. Here to learn, just need some sweet ass teachers with hipster glasses and "call me Mr Cool" attitudes.

Like I say I'm new, so go easy, don't hurt me. My dad will find you.
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Hi, I'm MissCapnCrunch your friendly guild tour guide!
To the left we have grey and to our right.. some more grey!

Moving on...

These sort of preference of things come in time. Me personally I switch between the free section and the casual section because I like to write in depth characters and have more structure (casual), but sometimes things are just too slow for me so I need something a little more fast paced (free).

A good idea to start world building is think of the genre you want your roleplay to go- usually people do things they like so they have fun doing it, and even have some background knowledge of the idea. For example, I don't know much about history so if I was building a world I would definitely not do anything that was historically accurate because it would be a huge headache for me to find out just exactly what happened when and why. But if you're into that thing- there are tons of people who share it too!

If you ARE thinking of something that is brand spanking new, then starting small is a good idea that you had. Think of the 5 w's in a sense. who, what, where, when, and why. It's a relatively good starting point and usually the other details fall into place while you're brain storming.

I've kind of rambled a bit, but I hope that kind of gave you a little pep talk of sorts for starting off new here. If you have any questions, comments, concerns, compliments- you can PM me anytime and I will reply to them the best I can

Good luck and happy roleplaying :)
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Worldbuilding, eh?

Well, I suppose the first question is what your genre interests are. Fantasy, Sci-fi, fandom of some sort... etc.
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@MissCapnCrunch Thank you! I shall develop my post a touch.

@ArenaSnow Fantasy usually, but I'm open to evil manipulation.
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@MissCapnCrunch Thank you! I shall develop my post a touch.

@ArenaSnow Fantasy usually, but I'm open to evil manipulation.


Perfect. Now that we have the premise...
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Mmmhmm ?
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I'm In for world building if we also agree character development exceeds conflict. Conflicts are good, but they are not necessary to create a PLot, with Word Building Character personality means everything to me, because it allows us to create archtypes for the culture and the conflicts there in based on scientifically evaluating he social sciences and ethics of the community.

I am all in for World building, first, second and third person POV, and ... seeking as you said fantasy in the first post. I'd be glad to do a fantasy genre. HOWEVER,
I demand that I get my own island, with two of the races, to which if we are empirical I have a Dutchy or Patronage under my GameMaster jurisdiction.

I will be a king with 5 children. the youngest is 9-12 the oldest is 43 (in earth years (which would like to see a general calendar comparison for time elapse AS YOUR DUTY)). He is not my main character. He has 2 generals, one experienced and valued as the King himself, the other one generation older than the King's eldest son. 1 Lieutenant Major, whom is very knowledgably but not combat savvy, being 4th in command.
The population has 5 noteworthy [great-}grandfathers, 7 immigrant families(in that generation), as well as 3 other Great-grandfathers of less renown[not less significance].
This is a human colony. And there is three barons on my Island. ONe whom is great, but old and short-sighted (figuratively and literally), so his authority is dwindling and conspiracies brew unthreateningly amongst his underlings as to who will replace him - creating lack of political focus on concerning issues.
The second baron is very vigorous and ambitious and lacks appreciation for the countries unambitious infrastructure. He is very pompous but competent.
The third is a small baron, whom is easily swayed and demonstrates little authority and is more or less a Mayor.
The Mayor (man with the Key to the city) the 5th in command, is a jolly man, with a temper.
The Ambassador of the Elves (preferably a blend of stereotypes of Woodland-High-& Moon(not night) elves [ Think Rivendel ] .) Rules over 1/4-1/5 of the land on the island. in three divided portions. His population is equal to that of the Human's if you consider that the elves come and go, and do not actually live there as full time residence. His political party is hard to keep track of, as they seem to flow and go with the mood, and they all act as representatives of the King (Woodland's High Moon).

My hero will vary depending on your GM decisions. SO I hope you read at least of this.

I am eager and anticipating a small group of 3-5. Bigger the better ---- with skill. XD :P LOL. not gonna find much here. so 3-5 will make the lack of skill perfect.
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@ArcaneUnit Well, erm. Ok?
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what do u mean well erm okay? Am I good to join u?

All I ask of you is, to arrange a general "how many days are in a "year"."

otherwise... Can My island be apart of your Empirical scenario? I'll present lore, conflict, characters, twists, and well I am really very very very interested in your World Building technique. If u wanna get to know me better before sharing your ideas - my name is Gordon Fiala (facebook), and lord_gord@msn.com is my e-mail. SO I can't steal ur ideas. I am a Christian. I don't do that. But if I use them in any of my Novels, I can use that as an excuse to make a professional contact and friend by crediting you for it. ;)
that's the way to be.

:P Like a BOSS. Cause I'm a Nazi.
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@ArcaneUnit You are very talkative, which I suppose is a positive.

So yeah, you can join, of course, but no need to share facebook and emails just yet.

Just hang around for a bit, PM on this site if you like.

WE can talk.
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Hiya there! Nice to meet you!

I'm new to the site--but not new to world building and roleplaying!

World building can be incredibly deep. We have issues from simple setting to as deep as how the calendar of the world works. Languages, ways of communication, to simple gestures such as how one invites a guest into their home can be covered. History is also incredibly important to a world. If you really want to build a very in-depth world, or even just a nation, you certainly have a lot on your plate. I'd really be interested in helping you out--if you'd want me to.
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If you have a premise in mind and want to get started on something, I'll be watching.
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@Oz I'd appreciate a third mind :) Thank you.
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@Torch
Great! Should I PM you?
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@Oz Yeah, that'd be awesome :)
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@Torch ahhaha. don't want urs XD I was just letting you know my information, so that if I were to "steal" YOUR world building criteria, then you can call me on it. Because I anticipate some inspirational and unique stuff from your end. I work with a few general archtypes which I find allow me to create very indepth charatcers, like I have one of the 12 zodiacs. I anticipate a varying but indepth contribution from yourself, and if I learn or ma inspired. I will WILL take the idea and utilize it. ;)
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@ArcaneUnit Awesome, will get a thread up.
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