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Azi Demonica

Azi Demonica

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West, last page
Speaking of plot, I think the main reason As Demons Weeping got over 1k posts, was because it had a destiny to it, and this allowed users to have something to look forward too. My sandbox-style RPs lack this, and tend not to go very far. Indeed, coherent plot is important, it’s the foundation of the project.

Yup, that’s me as a stereotype.



Inferi,
You like chaotic robo chicks? Well, X7A (was that her?) was a peculiar character indeed, she was fun to work with.

Oh, Inferi posted, I will have to check out Roads pretty soon.

I think it’s time I start blaming my plots!



Anyways, does anyone have any ideas for a setting regarding a roleplay deeper and fuller with plot and storytelling? Should it be diverse and open-ended, or focused and limited? For example, we could have an RP about a fictional Japan with limited magical features, focusing only on Japanese myths and keeping everything secluded. Or, it could be more open, like For Honor, to maximise character types and have a few storylines. Whatever users would like, an RP heavier in plot would be an interesting project to do, especially with multiple bios interwoven with the storylines, but I'd like to have an idea of what to work on before I start.

12-Sep-2018 23:50:59

George Rozas

George Rozas

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Whatever you do end up doing Azi, perhaps try limiting the amount of character types you suggest to people and focus more on the worldbuilding. Five posts of roleplay information then three pages of pictures with a loose name attached tends to be confusing as to what kind of setting you're providing, since you throw together twenty kinds of power sources that makes everything a lot more convoluted.

Having people be able to play some kind of feudal samurai warrior alongside a cybernetic assassin and uber warlock is... Off-putting. I am Inferi.

13-Sep-2018 00:57:02

Westenev

Westenev

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Random captive girl: "So, who wants to attack some random out of the way soldier's outpost for no pay or obvious motivation?"

Everyone: "I DO!"

Elyssia: "Uwahhhh..." ~Realising she has no combat training whatsoever~

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Okay, this is going to require some thought. O_o Maybe she could offer to carry supplies, or something...?
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13-Sep-2018 01:07:54

Azi Demonica

Azi Demonica

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Yes, I will keep those points in mind, George. I tend to overwork and overthink about features that aren't even requested XD I will surely find a way to simplify things, but this time, should think about quality over quantity. I will figure something out. Actually, I think I should gradually develop a story-centric RP, rather than avalanche it out all at once. Will get started soon.



West,
Oh noes, I hope Elyssia won't be left out!

13-Sep-2018 01:15:08

Westenev

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Maybe that honey potion was laced with a poison that causes the drinker to only respond with affirmative answers when presented with problems that are not your own.

Oh, I'm sure I'll think of something. Eventually.
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13-Sep-2018 01:19:11

Azi Demonica

Azi Demonica

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OK, bumped my old thread, which I reused. This time, I took much more time and effort crafting each class, so that each class has at least one unique ability. Each class will have ten preset default abilities, relating to their context. This allows each class to be quite useful. Basically, while RPing, you pick whatever ability or abilities you want to use, creating a combo if you want, useful for defeating enemy heroes. However, the RP's quite unfinished, as I need to make a few more classes. How often you can use abilities, and how many at once, hasn't been decided yet.

So far, it's just the main warrior classes. Sort of started the ranged and then mounted classes, but not quite done yet. As of thus far, I'm still at the beta stage, so any suggestions or criticisms can impact future changes.

13-Sep-2018 09:08:02

Westenev

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Wait. I'm reading this wrong. Each post is a different class. O_o How did I not see this? xD


Aramusha actually sound kinda cool as a concept - though I don't see why being dishonoured would suddenly make a swordsman think picking up another sword would be a good idea, and even if they did, I have to wonder who would train them. Is there a martial school Japanese people go to when they hate their life and everyone in it?
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13-Sep-2018 10:45:52 - Last edited on 13-Sep-2018 13:01:02 by Westenev

Inferi

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Hey Azi, just in case you didn't see, the soldier girl got one of the drinks as well already when she first got to the bar. I have no issue with how your post is, I just wanted to mention that in case you hadn't noticed or I hadn't written it clearly or something.

Westenev said :
Random captive girl: "So, who wants to attack some random out of the way soldier's outpost for no pay or obvious motivation?"

Everyone: "I DO!"

Elyssia: "Uwahhhh..." ~Realising she has no combat training whatsoever~

--

Okay, this is going to require some thought. O_o Maybe she could offer to carry supplies, or something...?

Yeah...this was the main reason I did mention that characters who would be willing to help in a situation like this would probably be best.

I mean, as long as it works out, I couldn't care less what the reason they go is. It's just the going that's the important bit.

Azi Demonica said :
Inferi,
You like chaotic robo chicks?

Look what you've done, West! LOOK WHAT YOU'VE DONE! Done in by the dubious doings of destiny.

13-Sep-2018 12:56:11 - Last edited on 13-Sep-2018 13:00:05 by Inferi

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