Rhoan2006-04-30 12:39:26
Now not all of these will apply as written for a M.U.D but you will get the idea at least.
1. I will maintain the illusion of the game by staying in character whenever possible. I will withhold out of character comments until absolutely necessary and even then I will whisper or ICQ them to the other players.
2. If I discuss the game with other players out of character, I will not allow my character to be influenced by this knowledge without express permission of the other players. I will take the time to allow my character to learn these things on his or her own during the course of the game.
3. I will separate myself as a player from my character as much as possible. While I understand that a lot of myself goes into my character and because the game is so very intense often real emotions will be drawn from me as a player, I also understand that my character is not me.
4. If I am not in the mood to play, I won't interrupt other people's games by coming into it out of character. I will find others who are not in character and go somewhere meant for out of character discussion.
5. I will not use my character as a vehicle for racism or bigotry. I will not use my character to promote child pornography or bestiality. I, as a player, understand that there is no room in the real world for such things and will, to the best of my ability, not let it seep into the virtual world as well.
6. If I, as a player, feel that my character has been treated unfairly or that another character has overstepped the bounds of their abilities, I will approach the other character's player privately and discuss the situation in a calm adult manner and try to come to a resolution or compromise.
7. I will accept the hand that is dealt me in the game, understanding that it is a game and it's not about winning or losing, but about playing.
8. I will not allow setbacks in the game to be blown out of proportion. If I am overly emotional about what is happening, I will step back and not play until I can compose myself.
9. I will not carry grudges against fellow players. My character might not like another character, but again, I am an adult and understand that they are 'characters' and not the player that portrays them.
10. If I find that I simply can not get along with another player, I will avoid playing with them. But I will do so in a way that does not draw attention to this and I will not badmouth or otherwise slander the other player as such actions only makes myself look bad.
11. If my character is killed, I will obviously grieve for the loss, but I will also view the situation as an opportunity for me to grow as a player. By starting anew with a fresh identity, I will be able to leave all the negatives of that character behind - any grudges, dislikes or just plain bad habits- and take away the good, thus making my next character even better and more interesting.
12. I, as a player, will keep an open mind and allow people to play their characters the way their imagination leads them regardless if their interpretation matches that of some book, guideline...or creed.
"Written by Calista of Role Play Universe."
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1. I will maintain the illusion of the game by staying in character whenever possible. I will withhold out of character comments until absolutely necessary and even then I will whisper or ICQ them to the other players.
2. If I discuss the game with other players out of character, I will not allow my character to be influenced by this knowledge without express permission of the other players. I will take the time to allow my character to learn these things on his or her own during the course of the game.
3. I will separate myself as a player from my character as much as possible. While I understand that a lot of myself goes into my character and because the game is so very intense often real emotions will be drawn from me as a player, I also understand that my character is not me.
4. If I am not in the mood to play, I won't interrupt other people's games by coming into it out of character. I will find others who are not in character and go somewhere meant for out of character discussion.
5. I will not use my character as a vehicle for racism or bigotry. I will not use my character to promote child pornography or bestiality. I, as a player, understand that there is no room in the real world for such things and will, to the best of my ability, not let it seep into the virtual world as well.
6. If I, as a player, feel that my character has been treated unfairly or that another character has overstepped the bounds of their abilities, I will approach the other character's player privately and discuss the situation in a calm adult manner and try to come to a resolution or compromise.
7. I will accept the hand that is dealt me in the game, understanding that it is a game and it's not about winning or losing, but about playing.
8. I will not allow setbacks in the game to be blown out of proportion. If I am overly emotional about what is happening, I will step back and not play until I can compose myself.
9. I will not carry grudges against fellow players. My character might not like another character, but again, I am an adult and understand that they are 'characters' and not the player that portrays them.
10. If I find that I simply can not get along with another player, I will avoid playing with them. But I will do so in a way that does not draw attention to this and I will not badmouth or otherwise slander the other player as such actions only makes myself look bad.
11. If my character is killed, I will obviously grieve for the loss, but I will also view the situation as an opportunity for me to grow as a player. By starting anew with a fresh identity, I will be able to leave all the negatives of that character behind - any grudges, dislikes or just plain bad habits- and take away the good, thus making my next character even better and more interesting.
12. I, as a player, will keep an open mind and allow people to play their characters the way their imagination leads them regardless if their interpretation matches that of some book, guideline...or creed.
"Written by Calista of Role Play Universe."
Aiakon2006-04-30 13:10:00
I'm not sure to what extent 11 applies, and 10 doesn't work too well either... but 9, 8, 7, and 6 are spot on.
Edit: And 12. And basically 1-5.. good post..
Edit: And 12. And basically 1-5.. good post..
Rhoan2006-04-30 13:13:48
As I said not all of them as written may apply in a M.U.D. game, but the point is there nonetheless.
Asarnil2006-04-30 13:15:05
11 applies to games where char death is permanent. Such as Shadows of Isildur.
Lisaera2006-04-30 13:55:23
Good little Ephemeral. Though you're naughty for stealing a Vampire: Masquerade pic for your avatar!
Of course the racism, bigotry thing doesn't apply because we like those in Lusternia, but only IC racism and so on. Also, I honestly couldn't care what kind of activites you're planning with your mount, pet, whatever other animals, but the child pornography thing does still apply.
Of course the racism, bigotry thing doesn't apply because we like those in Lusternia, but only IC racism and so on. Also, I honestly couldn't care what kind of activites you're planning with your mount, pet, whatever other animals, but the child pornography thing does still apply.
Laysus2006-04-30 16:00:18
I like this.
Everiine2006-04-30 17:06:32
Very good. I've broken a few of these before, and have tried to get myself back on the right track. Thanks for posting.
Penelope2006-04-30 18:00:31
Hrm, does MUDsex with an Aslaran, Loboshigaru, Mugwump, Dracnari, Furrikin, Merian, Tae'dae, Taurian and Igasho count as beastiality? 
Igasho only because they are really REALLY hairy.
Igasho only because they are really REALLY hairy.
Rhoan2006-04-30 18:01:52
Do you mean all at once? If so then it might class as "needing to speak with a pyschiatrist"
Penelope2006-04-30 18:03:13
QUOTE(Rhoan @ Apr 30 2006, 02:01 PM) 284131
Do you mean all at once? If so then it might class as "needing to speak with a pyschiatrist"
Whatever it is that floats your boat, my dear.
ferlas2006-04-30 20:45:38
QUOTE(Lisaera @ Apr 30 2006, 02:55 PM) 284062
Good little Ephemeral. Though you're naughty for stealing a Vampire: Masquerade pic for your avatar!
Of course the racism, bigotry thing doesn't apply because we like those in Lusternia, but only IC racism and so on. Also, I honestly couldn't care what kind of activites you're planning with your mount, pet, whatever other animals, but the child pornography thing does still apply.
Isnt your avatar from a game
Unknown2006-04-30 20:55:41
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Good little Ephemeral.
And he's all our's, too. Score one for Magnagora.
Fain2006-05-01 02:39:50
QUOTE(Temporary_Guido @ Apr 30 2006, 04:55 PM) 284174
And he's all our's, too. Score one for Magnagora.
Finally...
Yrael2006-05-01 03:30:03
God knows, with you there, who on earth di they have to score points for them?
Unless Raezon seduces Viravain, I suppose, creating a hideous monster race of blue-flame spiders. That'd be hot.
Unless Raezon seduces Viravain, I suppose, creating a hideous monster race of blue-flame spiders. That'd be hot.
Aiakon2006-05-01 11:02:20
QUOTE(Yrael @ May 1 2006, 04:30 AM) 284281
God knows, with you there, who on earth di they have to score points for them?
*sniff sniff* sour grapes again?
Yrael2006-05-01 11:08:28
No, dear. With Raezon seemingly in the background, (or being stuffed into The Cage) Magnagora doesn't have a lot of visible divine fun anymore. Plus I really don't like this new Fain, but mostly the visible Divine Fun. (Capital D and F).
Lisaera2006-05-01 11:28:31
QUOTE(ferlas @ Apr 30 2006, 09:45 PM) 284171
Isnt your avatar from a game
No...
Unknown2006-05-01 11:57:49
QUOTE(Lisaera @ May 1 2006, 01:28 PM) 284326
No...
It's been used in Icewind Dale 2...
Lisaera2006-05-01 12:20:09
I attempted to find this picture somewhere related to Icewind Dale 2 to check whether you were right and couldn't find any. Regardless, I didn't get it from anywhere like that... in fact I can't actually remember how I got it anymore. I think someone else may have found it for me, so it's entirely possible. Anyway, I wasn't teasing Rhoan because his avatar was from a game, but because it was from THAT game.
Soll2006-05-01 12:22:00
Closest I found was This, found on page 2 of google results for 'Icewind Dale 2 avatar'
