Ever since I've been on the forefront of trying to help new roleplayers on the server integrate into the communities, I've honestly been surprised with how often I get the "I've tried to jump into spontaneous RP, but I either get ignored or shot down." line when I ask them if they've been able to find anything on their own. I'm not here to point fingers or say there's something wrong with that, as absolutely no one has any business telling others how or who they should RP with, but I can only imagine how demoralizing that is for a lot of the newcomers around Besaid.
I'm sure we all know that any form of a withdrawn community is never a good thing. That's why I think the server really needs something like this. Without it, we run the risk of continuing to alienate newcomers unless they force themselves into the bigger groups where they can be certain to find RP. They shouldn't have to either hunt relentlessly for a spot of RP or join one of the "big" shells in order to get their fix. There should at least be something between the extremes, which I know is much easier said than done.
I propose we get a no-strings-attached weekly RP night going. One that is not hosted by any linkshell, nor dominated by any linkshell. Doesn't matter if your shell already does this and is open to the public, this isn't going to be linkshell affiliated. Just an RPC sponsored weekly get-together for everyone on the server. A night where veterans and newcomers alike can be certain they'll find some RP. A night where people won't be shut down just because they're not part of a certain clique, or they're not a member of a certain shell that's busy with linkshell-only RP.
We need something simple, so it's easy for any random roleplayer to jump in. Something sociable, so that people can meet a wide variety of roleplayers and expand their networks. That's why I think an old fashioned tavern night at the Mineral Concern would be perfect.
However, this has no chance of succeeding unless people will back it up and actively participate. So, please post your thoughts here on this thread on the following, and be sure to spread the word and have your friends and linkshell-mates participate in the thread. Please make sure to vote!
1. Does this interest you?
2. What are some days of the week and/or times that would work for you?
3. Do you have any concerns about something like this? (Outside of the potential for griefing / enemies or animosity preventing certain groups for going if another group is there)
I'm sure we all know that any form of a withdrawn community is never a good thing. That's why I think the server really needs something like this. Without it, we run the risk of continuing to alienate newcomers unless they force themselves into the bigger groups where they can be certain to find RP. They shouldn't have to either hunt relentlessly for a spot of RP or join one of the "big" shells in order to get their fix. There should at least be something between the extremes, which I know is much easier said than done.
I propose we get a no-strings-attached weekly RP night going. One that is not hosted by any linkshell, nor dominated by any linkshell. Doesn't matter if your shell already does this and is open to the public, this isn't going to be linkshell affiliated. Just an RPC sponsored weekly get-together for everyone on the server. A night where veterans and newcomers alike can be certain they'll find some RP. A night where people won't be shut down just because they're not part of a certain clique, or they're not a member of a certain shell that's busy with linkshell-only RP.
We need something simple, so it's easy for any random roleplayer to jump in. Something sociable, so that people can meet a wide variety of roleplayers and expand their networks. That's why I think an old fashioned tavern night at the Mineral Concern would be perfect.
However, this has no chance of succeeding unless people will back it up and actively participate. So, please post your thoughts here on this thread on the following, and be sure to spread the word and have your friends and linkshell-mates participate in the thread. Please make sure to vote!
1. Does this interest you?
2. What are some days of the week and/or times that would work for you?
3. Do you have any concerns about something like this? (Outside of the potential for griefing / enemies or animosity preventing certain groups for going if another group is there)
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