Post by yardan on Nov 17, 2010 23:46:47 GMT -5
Have fun! This is a game. It is only a game. If you aren’t having fun, you aren’t playing it right – or it isn’t the right game for you.
Be respectful of other players and characters.
Please don’t suffer in silence. Bullies are not tolerated, no matter who they are. Please don’t bring OOC issues in game though. Please try to resolve any issues off-list first. No one enjoys games where people snipe at each other constantly.
Do not post in all caps. Caps are considered yelling and will mostly likely be ignored.
Please make an attempt at proper grammar. While “netspeak” may be cute in a live chat environment, it is not conducive to clear RP. Please refrain from using common chat abbreviations in your role play.
Battles and Killing
Some rooms are a No Kill Zone (NKZ). Others may allow it in In-Character battles. If it is obvious that the person you are fighting does not want to die, then decide a different ending for the battle.
In battle, OFFER attacks, and allow the other to decide the outcome.
Example: Tom and John in battle:
"Tom swings his staff at John's leg"
"John jumps back but not far enough and the tip jabs his foot"
While RP fighting is allowed in some IMVU public rooms, doing "damage" to their property isn’t. If you can, often times it’s more polite to bring the fight outside, away from the other characters in the room. Sure, they can "narrowly" avoid the fight, but not everyone wants to get involved in your character's drama. If you MUST have a battle in public room, do the considerate thing and pull it off to the side. This way, those that choose to interact can do so and those that want to avoid it, can.
Multiple Characters
There are those RPers who play multiple characters. Sometimes they play one of many on the same account, and other times they play several at once. This can be confusing for some. You have the option to ask Out Of Character (OOC) or you can observe and see if the person states multiple names in accordance to actions portrayed by the character named.
An example:
Yardan walks into the tavern, grabbing a copy of the “Multiverse Times” and plunking down at a table with his cup of coffee.
Behind him, Delilah leans against the wall and observes quietly. Her navy blue eyes flicker from him to the window, watching for anyone walking towards the tavern.
Pets/Tails/Magic/Animation/Music/Changing in the room
Yes, we all know it’s cool and it goes with your avatar and it’s a part of your character, but realize that not everyone has a computer powerful enough to handle the lag that will ensue as a result. Many role play rooms have an avatar weight limit or an animations restriction. Make note of these and abide by them when entering a room.
Outfit
While your avatar may perfectly portray your character, your character may not fit into the period/theme of the room you are entering. In this situation, find out if you can be adapted into the scenery. If you can’t, then don’t take it personally. Not every public room is right for you. Simply move on to the next one on the list.
OOC (Out Of Character talking)
Its common guidelines to keep OOC posts in parenthesis () or brackets []. Some role playing rooms will allow OOC conversation to make a quick comment, but if you're going to have a whole conversation, then the polite thing to do is to please take it into your own room so as not to interrupt the flow of role-play going on.
Talking in a different language
Different role plays have different species, and different species have different languages. Some role playing rooms ask that you post a translation in English. Others will be indifferent. Most languages can be googled by you in the background and translated, but not everyone can do that. So, if someone should request a translation, take the time to offer it. Just because the person playing the character cannot understand the language, therefore needing it to be posted in English as well, doesn’t mean that their CHARACTER does not understand the language. It can make for interesting story and plot if someone else can understand your conversation. However, if your conversation is THAT private, then please take it to a private window.
Mind Reading
In or Out Of Character, it is not polite to read someone else’s mind without their consent. First, prod their mind and wait for their response. If they block their mind and do not allow your entrance, then you may NOT read their mind. If they say that their character doesn’t notice the intrusion or if they give permission, then you MAY read their mind. Failure to acknowledge your attempt at mind reading does NOT give you the right to know every thought the person has.
Other RP Public Room Etiquette
It’s not polite to greet anyone who has not yet made an entrance.
It’s not proper to assume names! Your character does NOT know someone's name unless they specifically tell you In Character. In Real Life, if you entered a room, you would not automatically know everyone's name. The same concept applies in the role-playing world. Just because their screen name says one thing doesn’t mean it is the same name they have for the character.
"I was IC" is NOT an excuse for misconduct in public rooms. Creating a role play for the sole purpose of disturbing others is generally not tolerated or welcomed.
Many rooms have moderators that enforce the rules of the owner. If you should happen to see a moderator in a room, give them the due respect they deserve. After all, they were made moderator of that room for a reason. If you disagree with an action done by a moderator, send the room owner a message and move on to another room.
Be respectful of other players and characters.
Please don’t suffer in silence. Bullies are not tolerated, no matter who they are. Please don’t bring OOC issues in game though. Please try to resolve any issues off-list first. No one enjoys games where people snipe at each other constantly.
Do not post in all caps. Caps are considered yelling and will mostly likely be ignored.
Please make an attempt at proper grammar. While “netspeak” may be cute in a live chat environment, it is not conducive to clear RP. Please refrain from using common chat abbreviations in your role play.
Battles and Killing
Some rooms are a No Kill Zone (NKZ). Others may allow it in In-Character battles. If it is obvious that the person you are fighting does not want to die, then decide a different ending for the battle.
In battle, OFFER attacks, and allow the other to decide the outcome.
Example: Tom and John in battle:
"Tom swings his staff at John's leg"
"John jumps back but not far enough and the tip jabs his foot"
While RP fighting is allowed in some IMVU public rooms, doing "damage" to their property isn’t. If you can, often times it’s more polite to bring the fight outside, away from the other characters in the room. Sure, they can "narrowly" avoid the fight, but not everyone wants to get involved in your character's drama. If you MUST have a battle in public room, do the considerate thing and pull it off to the side. This way, those that choose to interact can do so and those that want to avoid it, can.
Multiple Characters
There are those RPers who play multiple characters. Sometimes they play one of many on the same account, and other times they play several at once. This can be confusing for some. You have the option to ask Out Of Character (OOC) or you can observe and see if the person states multiple names in accordance to actions portrayed by the character named.
An example:
Yardan walks into the tavern, grabbing a copy of the “Multiverse Times” and plunking down at a table with his cup of coffee.
Behind him, Delilah leans against the wall and observes quietly. Her navy blue eyes flicker from him to the window, watching for anyone walking towards the tavern.
Pets/Tails/Magic/Animation/Music/Changing in the room
Yes, we all know it’s cool and it goes with your avatar and it’s a part of your character, but realize that not everyone has a computer powerful enough to handle the lag that will ensue as a result. Many role play rooms have an avatar weight limit or an animations restriction. Make note of these and abide by them when entering a room.
Outfit
While your avatar may perfectly portray your character, your character may not fit into the period/theme of the room you are entering. In this situation, find out if you can be adapted into the scenery. If you can’t, then don’t take it personally. Not every public room is right for you. Simply move on to the next one on the list.
OOC (Out Of Character talking)
Its common guidelines to keep OOC posts in parenthesis () or brackets []. Some role playing rooms will allow OOC conversation to make a quick comment, but if you're going to have a whole conversation, then the polite thing to do is to please take it into your own room so as not to interrupt the flow of role-play going on.
Talking in a different language
Different role plays have different species, and different species have different languages. Some role playing rooms ask that you post a translation in English. Others will be indifferent. Most languages can be googled by you in the background and translated, but not everyone can do that. So, if someone should request a translation, take the time to offer it. Just because the person playing the character cannot understand the language, therefore needing it to be posted in English as well, doesn’t mean that their CHARACTER does not understand the language. It can make for interesting story and plot if someone else can understand your conversation. However, if your conversation is THAT private, then please take it to a private window.
Mind Reading
In or Out Of Character, it is not polite to read someone else’s mind without their consent. First, prod their mind and wait for their response. If they block their mind and do not allow your entrance, then you may NOT read their mind. If they say that their character doesn’t notice the intrusion or if they give permission, then you MAY read their mind. Failure to acknowledge your attempt at mind reading does NOT give you the right to know every thought the person has.
Other RP Public Room Etiquette
It’s not polite to greet anyone who has not yet made an entrance.
It’s not proper to assume names! Your character does NOT know someone's name unless they specifically tell you In Character. In Real Life, if you entered a room, you would not automatically know everyone's name. The same concept applies in the role-playing world. Just because their screen name says one thing doesn’t mean it is the same name they have for the character.
"I was IC" is NOT an excuse for misconduct in public rooms. Creating a role play for the sole purpose of disturbing others is generally not tolerated or welcomed.
Many rooms have moderators that enforce the rules of the owner. If you should happen to see a moderator in a room, give them the due respect they deserve. After all, they were made moderator of that room for a reason. If you disagree with an action done by a moderator, send the room owner a message and move on to another room.