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(12-29-2016, 06:44 PM)Caspar Wrote: I tend to play a lot of pretty misanthropic characters, some of whom are too antisocial (not asocial) to really coexist comfortably in normal society. That being said, just because my character doesn't get to know others well, doesn't mean that I have to be the same way. Being certain to put yourself out there OOCly is a good way to allow an otherwise shy character the chance to get to know a lot of people despite their outward demeanor. It's why I cringe at the usual suggestion on the forum to "avoid" playing less sociable characters. There's ways around this, we're writing stories together. Nothing happens without intent. Characters don't move on their own. If you want to play with someone else and you have a useful hook in mind to latch on to, talk to them.
There are ways around it, and I definitely don't think people should avoid playing those character types in general. I usually only see the advice to "avoid" playing them come up when the player in question is frustrated and having difficulty finding meaningful role-play and connections. Not everyone is able to (or knows how to) work around these extra limitations they've given their character, and it's just another hurdle to climb for someone who is already feeling overwhelmed.
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