Post by TrinitySilph on May 25, 2021 20:29:36 GMT -8
Hi, newbie! Welcome!
If you’re reading this, I bet you have some questions about where things are and how things work. How do you get started? How can you plot in secret? How can you possibly choose a faction completely blind??
Never fear! It’s easier than you think!
Step 1: Join the site!
This step is pretty self-explanatory, but if you don’t have an account, I can’t do anything for you, so go ahead and click that lil register button in the top right! This will get you access to the first level of information available to all members, and I’ll get an email letting me know you’re here. You’ll receive a PM shortly after joining with an invite to the private discord chat that currently functions as the primary point of contact outside of the site itself.
Step 2: Fill out the Questionnaire
This is where you make the first big choices. It’s pretty short, just some simple info so I can get a feel for you and start tracking what you want out of the game. It’s also where you tell me which factions you prefer, and in which order (so far, everyone has gotten their first pick <3).
The questions about the plot are primarily for your Lorebound - not all your characters are bound by what you say here, and you can update or change your mind later if you get more ideas!
That said, I know going in totally blind could seem a little daunting, so here’s a teaser:
Dhaerlin is the Earth faction. This is the faction you should choose if you’re looking for a more traditional horse RP, although it does have a lot of secrets to share!
Somnara is the Fire faction. This is the faction you should choose if you want to rebel against the status quo.
Alcaedia is the Air faction. This is the faction you should choose if subterfuge and sleight of hand are your cup of tea.
Korelune is the Ice faction. This is the faction you should choose if the idea of surviving against ruthless nature appeals to you.
If you need more help narrowing it down, the factions that currently need the most attention are Somnara and Korelune.
Step 3: Wait to be Sorted
This step should be pretty quick - I’ll be keeping an eye on the questionnaire, but you can always PM me or message me on discord if you’d like. Once you’re sorted into your faction, you’ll have access to all the faction-specific information, including a full run-down of how each kingdom works and the kingdom boards themselves, what kind of characters are available, design guides, NPCs, as well as your faction’s unique skin if you want some visual variety. You will also gain access to your faction’s private discord channel within the main server.
The most important thing to do once you’ve been sorted is go through the Player’s Handbook and your faction’s specific documents (these will appear once you’ve been sorted). This is the best way to learn what is available for your characters. General questions can be discussed in any open OOC areas (ie, the OOC chat board, the chatbox on site, or the discord). Faction-specific questions should be sent either directly to me by PM or discord, or discussed in your faction’s private faction discord channel.
Step 4: Make your Character and Start RPing!
That’s all there is to it! Your faction’s Census boards will open so you can post applications for both Lorebound and Classic characters once you’ve been sorted. As soon as a character is accepted, you’re free to post anywhere you like within the available territories - claim land, build a herd, make relationships and plots… whatever you like!
For Lorebound characters, it is very important to create a logbook to track all major relationships and events, as this will help me build that character effectively into the main plot, as promised. Logs can be posted in the Logbook, which will appear under the Census once you’re sorted.
If you’re stuck on anything, feel free to ask!
We can’t wait to start this adventure with you! <3
If you’re reading this, I bet you have some questions about where things are and how things work. How do you get started? How can you plot in secret? How can you possibly choose a faction completely blind??
Never fear! It’s easier than you think!
Step 1: Join the site!
This step is pretty self-explanatory, but if you don’t have an account, I can’t do anything for you, so go ahead and click that lil register button in the top right! This will get you access to the first level of information available to all members, and I’ll get an email letting me know you’re here. You’ll receive a PM shortly after joining with an invite to the private discord chat that currently functions as the primary point of contact outside of the site itself.
Within the basic handbook, you’ll find answers to questions like “what is the difference between a Lorebound and Classic character?” and “how do genetics work on this site?” (in brief: Lorebound are the fancy ones, and genetics are very simplified =P)
Step 2: Fill out the Questionnaire
This is where you make the first big choices. It’s pretty short, just some simple info so I can get a feel for you and start tracking what you want out of the game. It’s also where you tell me which factions you prefer, and in which order (so far, everyone has gotten their first pick <3).
The questions about the plot are primarily for your Lorebound - not all your characters are bound by what you say here, and you can update or change your mind later if you get more ideas!
That said, I know going in totally blind could seem a little daunting, so here’s a teaser:
Dhaerlin is the Earth faction. This is the faction you should choose if you’re looking for a more traditional horse RP, although it does have a lot of secrets to share!
Somnara is the Fire faction. This is the faction you should choose if you want to rebel against the status quo.
Alcaedia is the Air faction. This is the faction you should choose if subterfuge and sleight of hand are your cup of tea.
Korelune is the Ice faction. This is the faction you should choose if the idea of surviving against ruthless nature appeals to you.
If you need more help narrowing it down, the factions that currently need the most attention are Somnara and Korelune.
Step 3: Wait to be Sorted
This step should be pretty quick - I’ll be keeping an eye on the questionnaire, but you can always PM me or message me on discord if you’d like. Once you’re sorted into your faction, you’ll have access to all the faction-specific information, including a full run-down of how each kingdom works and the kingdom boards themselves, what kind of characters are available, design guides, NPCs, as well as your faction’s unique skin if you want some visual variety. You will also gain access to your faction’s private discord channel within the main server.
The most important thing to do once you’ve been sorted is go through the Player’s Handbook and your faction’s specific documents (these will appear once you’ve been sorted). This is the best way to learn what is available for your characters. General questions can be discussed in any open OOC areas (ie, the OOC chat board, the chatbox on site, or the discord). Faction-specific questions should be sent either directly to me by PM or discord, or discussed in your faction’s private faction discord channel.
Step 4: Make your Character and Start RPing!
That’s all there is to it! Your faction’s Census boards will open so you can post applications for both Lorebound and Classic characters once you’ve been sorted. As soon as a character is accepted, you’re free to post anywhere you like within the available territories - claim land, build a herd, make relationships and plots… whatever you like!
For Lorebound characters, it is very important to create a logbook to track all major relationships and events, as this will help me build that character effectively into the main plot, as promised. Logs can be posted in the Logbook, which will appear under the Census once you’re sorted.
If you’re stuck on anything, feel free to ask!
We can’t wait to start this adventure with you! <3
