I adore the sadder aspects of RP, though preferably if they are the result of a slow burning developmental arc. For instance, in my early RP goings several years ago, I had a character who rose to authority via a series of manipulative schemes. Brilliant little tactician, but far too pragmatic for her own good. Said ploys resulted in the execution of her brother when they ultimately lost a war (it was a medieval setting). Despite everything she'd done up to that point, it nearly felt like a cry for the devil moment. From that point on, I got to explore her coping with the consequences her actions caused.
These types of plots can be incredibly rewarding with the proper commitment. The only downside is it does require a lot of said commitment, unless your tragic elements are apart of the character's backstory.
These types of plots can be incredibly rewarding with the proper commitment. The only downside is it does require a lot of said commitment, unless your tragic elements are apart of the character's backstory.
