I feel like this thread exemplifies why whenever someone states an opinion there's always that [for me, my belief, my opinion] that's usually just left unsaid but is meant and implied. As stated before, not everyone needs to be a method actor. For some, they feel that that is the best way for them to experience everything. Obviously not everyone believes that or feels that it's necessary.
We just have a lot more method actors in here ;3
Other than that... I really can't say much more on that topic for now other than echo what ArmachiA has said.
I think most people here will tell you that the reason why our characters go through much pain but also much joy is because we feel like it is more 'realistic' or authentic. For most people, the average person isn't going to live a life where they are brooding all the time ravaged by hardships. At least, they wouldn't without some good in their life. Some moments of happiness where they spend time with someone they can call a friend. As mentioned, a lot of people like to get into their characters' heads and rolling with it.
For the most part, other than trying to get into my characters' headspace I've always had fun with the RP I'm involved in. If I feel a lot of negativity from it and about it that isn't stemming from a place where my character is (I have not felt this yet), then I assume that I'm just not having fun with RP. I'd have to step away from the situation or something because if it's not being enjoyable then what is the point for me? I've certainly felt bewilderment and I'm sure my character has been the cause of it. My character has knowledge and has been of sorts involved in others' RP. A character who I would have never thought to be involved mentioned something about the others' RP and my character just had to follow up. The entire time I had no clue what was going on but when we finished that RP session all I could think was "Wow... that was entirely unexpected but... that was great."
Maybe that's just because now I know how others' felt because Kage just couldn't let things go >_>; kagetastrophy!
We just have a lot more method actors in here ;3
Other than that... I really can't say much more on that topic for now other than echo what ArmachiA has said.
(04-15-2014, 09:32 PM)Skyless Wrote: I would like to start with announcing 3 things first: I was beta and enjoyed what I saw immensely. second, that I don't entirely own the game yet but was planning hopefully Saturday or Friday to be able to launch the game officially. Third, I never participated in a Role play server before But from the obvious amount of post, I assume it is both emotionally exhausting and emotionally rewarding, depends on ones pursuit. But enjoying the game is priority but as a Rp character is something new to me. Is there a few rules and tips and points of interest that can be noted once I begin? If so can I get feed back with a honest opinion or two. Most of the post here are either reflecting negative or highlighting some inheritance to both fun and fears.Could you clarify exactly what you're asking or hoping for us to help you with? I don't want you to feel like you've been ignored but for the most part I have no idea how to respond since I'm not exactly sure what you want from us.
I think most people here will tell you that the reason why our characters go through much pain but also much joy is because we feel like it is more 'realistic' or authentic. For most people, the average person isn't going to live a life where they are brooding all the time ravaged by hardships. At least, they wouldn't without some good in their life. Some moments of happiness where they spend time with someone they can call a friend. As mentioned, a lot of people like to get into their characters' heads and rolling with it.
For the most part, other than trying to get into my characters' headspace I've always had fun with the RP I'm involved in. If I feel a lot of negativity from it and about it that isn't stemming from a place where my character is (I have not felt this yet), then I assume that I'm just not having fun with RP. I'd have to step away from the situation or something because if it's not being enjoyable then what is the point for me? I've certainly felt bewilderment and I'm sure my character has been the cause of it. My character has knowledge and has been of sorts involved in others' RP. A character who I would have never thought to be involved mentioned something about the others' RP and my character just had to follow up. The entire time I had no clue what was going on but when we finished that RP session all I could think was "Wow... that was entirely unexpected but... that was great."
Maybe that's just because now I know how others' felt because Kage just couldn't let things go >_>; kagetastrophy!