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RPC Mentorship Program ( Archive ) - Gerik - 06-06-2013
Mentorship:
After reading the threads addressing the servers, it occurred to me that perhaps people might want more personalized help regarding the IC and OOC issues that come with starting anew. Â
Essentially, the way this experimental program is supposed to work is having an experienced player "mentor" (pair off, if you will) with a newer player (get them into RP, help them with quests, etc.) Â This way, new players can get better help breaking into roleplaying as well as the game itself and more importantly, to have a friend. Â Ergo, please post below if you are interested in acting as a mentor to newer players, or if you are interested in recieving help from a mentor. Â
Should someone find a mentor/mentee that they think would be a good fit, the individual should contact them (posting here in this thread is fine) and ask if they would be willing to comply. Â If the other consents, then congratulations on a new partnership.
I think it might be best to list the mentors/mentees to display who is already accounted for, so that'll be posted below. Â
It might also be helpful if the mentors could write a little blurb about themselves on anything that might help the novice get a better idea on what you're like, such as: RP style, preferences, journals, etc. Â Please click the link to read a little blurb about your potential mentor.
Mentor - Mentee
Gerik - Kerr & Luka
Alothia - Rhashi, Para, Leanna, Talah, Chris, Belisar, Sharod
Sienna - Nova, Katattax, Judgement
Deirdre - CassandraJean
Ellie - Cornet Espoir
Mtoto - Magellan, Nhyra, V'sato
Nel - Asyria
Gospel - Zarek, Nox
Arlon -
Yahdo -
Blade - Blue
Eva - Vareal, Kari Illderthane, Aldotsk
Manari - Hyunseo
Iseia -
Selene -
Shuck - Observant, Fire Olive, Myal, Sugarfrosted
Kassandra - Desphiria, Bauldric
Yssen - Kyatai, Lauren
Kylin - Prophetic999
Aysun -
Endemerrin - Jayce Lightfall
Faceman7381 - Imsey & Elkabong419
Xenedra - Kaizer Grimm, Khaze'to, C'io Behkt, DSCH, entropyrat
M'risha - JJDunn, Xeon
Amaare Margolis - Elcas Duskwind
Elisea Renyven - Domos
Abaigeal Causland - Mathieu Douanier
Barios -
Bauldric -
FreelanceWizard -
Potential Mentees!
Bran Strum
Zeraia
SNERDAPERDS
Azthran
Nox
Valan
Vibrant Whirlwind
Kaln
Low-Z
Kusumura
Koko
LeCard
BadlandsJohn
Quetzac
Rosekitten
Combee
Aegon
HakuroDK
NoClue
New Player Blind Date
In addition, after speaking with Gospel about this program, we thought it might be interesting to provide a type of "blind date" sort of situation here (OOCly, of course) for the new players to brainstorm ideas with each other and such, this will also give them the opportunity to bond.
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Now for my intro post...
Gerik:
Hi, I'm Gerik. Â
I'm a 23 year old Roegadyn fancier (Yes it is a full time job!). Â This is actually my first time roleplaying in any medium, and I seem to have gotten addicted to it. Â I've been playing FFXIV from uh...last year may, maybe? Â I wouldn't really say I prefer a certain "type" of RP, but I'm godawful at RP combat. Â While I may not be quite as experienced as many others, I tend to take a very spontaneous approach to everything, and I like to think I take an effort to get to know others very well. Â
I am a very open person and don't mind just chatting with most anyone, so if you're feeling bored, shoot me a PM. Â Or get in touch with me on skype: lolgerik.
If you are interested in taking a peek at my character, my wiki is here.
Now for my intro post...
Gerik:
Hi, I'm Gerik. Â
I'm a 23 year old Roegadyn fancier (Yes it is a full time job!). Â This is actually my first time roleplaying in any medium, and I seem to have gotten addicted to it. Â I've been playing FFXIV from uh...last year may, maybe? Â I wouldn't really say I prefer a certain "type" of RP, but I'm godawful at RP combat. Â While I may not be quite as experienced as many others, I tend to take a very spontaneous approach to everything, and I like to think I take an effort to get to know others very well. Â
I am a very open person and don't mind just chatting with most anyone, so if you're feeling bored, shoot me a PM. Â Or get in touch with me on skype: lolgerik.
If you are interested in taking a peek at my character, my wiki is here.
EDIT: To clarify, this is strictly an OOC program, and it is NOT to be used for linkshell recruitment.
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - Alothia - 06-06-2013
I'm willing to mentor someone. I suppose I've pretty much taken Para under my wing if that counts. But if anyone else needs someone, I'd be more than happy to help~!
If you're interested in pairing up with me, go ahead and shoot me a PM. ^^
A little bit about me:
I'm Alothia, or Aly if you prefer. I'm a 29 year old high school English and Creative Writing teacher. I'm I new person to RP and MMOs with this game. I didn't actually start RPing until about 2 or 3 months after launch, and I was swept away with it. The community was great and continues to be great. As far as my RP philosophy goes, I believe that everyone has a place in the RP community, and I try to do my darndest to interact with every character at least one point in time.
As far as what I offer to the mentoring table, I feel that I can help provide you with an understanding of the community and how it works, how to get involved in the RP community, and how to start creating a character and fitting them into the world, as I had to do all of this when I started this game.
If you need anything at all, even if that doesn't mean being my minion, I'm more than happy to answer any questions you may have. You can catch me on Skype: AlySedai I'm usually invisible, but don't hesitate to send me a message anyway.
Anywho, I don't mind having more than 2 mentees, so if you're still looking, hit me up. I'm happy to take on a few more~!
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - Sienna - 06-06-2013
I'm happy to assist! /gcsalute
Sienna from the Blamung server, reporting in!
OOC:Â
I'm from England and have been playing off and on since Beta 1.0. I'm heavy into my Endgame and storyline playthrough, as I have a bit of an obsession with unlocking and collecting things in games. But, I'm also an avid RPer who loves writing stories, and contributing to a world that already exists in a way that doesn't conflict with canon or lore.
When RPing, I prefer to stay in character until the event or "hangouts" are over. I tend to do endgame or dungeon stuffs OOC, unless there's a way to integrate it without causing those events to become more complicated or a hassle due to having to play a character out.
My Skype is harmonywins, and I'm regularly available unless I'm at work or on vacation.Â
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IC:
Sienna's a "Treasure Hunter" from Ul'Dah. Pre-Dalamud she was part of a Thieve's Guild called Rosa, which fell apart for the most part with the falling of the big red. She also loves general exploring, crafting small weapons and jewellery which she sells in the Ruby Road Exchange.
She gets along with most everyone, but she has issue with certain types of Hyur guys from past experience. Though, unless they try to hit on her they should be fine.
You can read more about Sienna here!
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - CassandraJean - 06-06-2013
Ooo this sounds wonderful! I would love some help!
In characterly- Tim'a would be a total grump to someone trying to mentor him, but quietly attentive even as he complained. (At least, at first! Until deep friendship was formed.)
But out of character, I would be ever so happy and grateful!
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - Magellan - 06-06-2013
This is awesome
I've run RP classes in other games, so I would be happy to be mentored and then become a mentor!
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - Deirdre - 06-06-2013
I would also love to help with this, I already kind of do it for multiple people, haha. I am open to taking as many mentors who want me!
A bit about myself:
I go by Deirdre on the forums, I play Deirdre Ta'ea as my main and Kohrae Crimsonscale as my alt. IRL I am a Canadian 23 year old female, Executive Director of Learning Technologies for Alberta Health Services. I've been roleplaying on and off since I was about 13 through various mediums in personally created worlds and stories as well as various game worlds.
As far as FFXIV goes, I've been roleplaying since 1.0 closed beta onward with a very established main character. I have also held officership with The Eorzean Guard and Everwatch shells, and been a member of Sanctus Refero, Aes Sedai Tower/Corvus Cinis, Blue Skies, and a variety of OOC end game linkshells.
ICly I specialize in the RP mechanics of combat, I have spent a lot of time sparring with others inside and outside of FFXIV, and I've also taught many people new to the tedious ways of RP sparring different methods of dealing with the interaction, as well as possible fallout's. As well, I have a deep knowledge of Garlean characters and Lore, as my main character is a Garlean, and I would love to assist anyone considering or having troubles developing a character from The Empire. I am very deeply seeded in the Lore, but it it my personal view that there is a certain amount of proper flexibility, when done correctly. Detailed interactions are also extremely important to me.
OOCly I currently run the OOC Skype chatroom created for all RPC members, and I organize IC events randomly, including cannon/non-cannon RP sessions while the game is down. When it is up I have also participated in the creation of many IC events including storytelling and training exercises.
I am extremely active in the wiki, having reorganized all of the content and updated the Lore, I will also be updating anything relevant to RPers within the wiki on an ongoing basis. See Deirdre's wiki here. If you have any wiki questions, please send me a message!
Contact Information
Skype/Steam: s058linda
Gmail: [email protected]
Or send me a PM here on the forums, or a /tell in game!
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - Ellie - 06-06-2013
I guess I've already taken Ryanti under my wing, but I could definitely handle a couple more if they're willing.
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - Mtoto Wamoto - 06-06-2013
Sure, sign me up as a mentor. I'm not limited to just one person.
 We used to do this back in the day in our old LS and found it helped a lot of newer players and characters break into the scene and get to know people easier.
Edit:: Well, since everyone else is doing it...
About Me:
I go by Mtoto, or Toto to a small handful of people. I play Mtoto Wamoto as my main and Athumani Ashur as my alt, both of whom are Seeker of the Sun Miqo'te. IRL, I'm 23 years old. I'm a college student with a focus on Computer Science as my intended major and I work full time as a Administrative Assistant and Lead Concierge for a high rise condominium property. On the side, I enjoy art in all forms, from traditional drawing and painting to the digital medium. I'm on the Pacific time zone, but I'm usually up throughout the day for whatever reason.
In terms of roleplay experience, I'm still fairly new myself. I started RPing for the first time in an MMO back at the launch of FFXIV in 2010. Since then, I've been part of several linkshells including AETHER, TALE, Everwatch, and Soliloquy. I played a very minimal role in all four of those mainly due to me dedicating most my time to the shells I led: The Eorzean Guard and Sentinel's Ark. The former being a rather established shell during its run while the latter was a smaller tight knit group.
While my main character is rather aloof and distant ICly, OOCly I do what I can to assist new members in the community by helping them with gear, levels, and introducing them to the different aspects of the lore. I enjoy creating events more so than participating in them at times, and will often put things together for other people to enjoy, regardless if I'm involved ICly or not. The feedback I've received so far as been fairly positive in that light, but you needn't take my word for it, just ask some of the people who've I've RPed with or better yet, RP with me~!Â
I enjoy writing stories and journal logs when I can, but I don't do it nearly as much as some others. This is something I plan to do more of come ARR, so I'll be making use of the new Lodestone when the time comes around.Â
Currently, I am an officer of Blue Skies where my tasks include event planning and assisting with the organization and structure of the shell. I am also willing to help new linkshells with ideas to help get their foot in the door so to speak.Â
Should anyone have any questions, you're more than welcome to contact me!
Contact Info:
Skype: Mtotowamoto
Steam: Aristotleami
You can also reach me by PM here and in-game!
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - CassandraJean - 06-06-2013
Okay!! I've matched up with Deirdre as my mentor!
So excited, yesssss (~￣▽￣)~*:･ﾟ’✿,｡･:*:â€ï½¥ï¾Ÿâ€™â
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - Nel Celestine - 06-06-2013
I will happily be a IC and OOC mentor. In fact, I would like to welcome anyone who cares to be a mention and discuss this subject onto my Youtube show to help promote this program!
(Click my signature to see my show)
*EDIT*
About me:
I've been RPing nel since Oct 15th, 2010. Almost a good month after launch. I will admit i felt so behind. But if it wasn't for a few friends I prolly wouldn't been here today let along producing content for the game via youtube. I'm fairly easy going, supportive and great for bouncing around ideas with. I'm also an experienced End Gamer, Crafter and decent gatherer. I've read a lot of books and played a ton of table top so I know the struggle of adapting a TT character to an MMO setting. If you'd have me, I'd love to be a mentor to whomever would take me.
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - Magellan - 06-06-2013
Well, I won't be in-game til official launch in August, but I'll happily pair up with anyone willing to assist me.
I love community ideas like this :p
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - Mtoto Wamoto - 06-06-2013
(06-06-2013, 11:55 AM)Magellan Wrote: Well, I won't be in-game til official launch in August, but I'll happily pair up with anyone willing to assist me.
I love community ideas like this :p
Ooo, ooo, I can kidnap help you! :p
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - Kari Illderthane - 06-06-2013
Why isnt this thread in the important threads! It shows that vetrens of the game of are willing to help. which can be appealing to those who are shy/unsure of RP.
As for me I have lots of RP experiance but my knowlage on the world isnt so good so feel free to sign me up. And once I am a bit more knowing on the matter then I shall pass on that knowlage to others.
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - Cornet Espoir - 06-06-2013
I don't mind having someone mentor me it actually sounds like a lot of funÂ
RE: RPC Mentorship Program - Ellie - 06-06-2013
(06-06-2013, 12:06 PM)Cornet Espoir Wrote: I don't mind having someone mentor me it actually sounds like a lot of funÂ
I wouldn't mind taking you on if you'll have me, Cornet.