(08-07-2013, 10:01 AM)Magellan Wrote: Being new to RP, and Eorzea in general, I would recommend one of two things: if you are the type to launch yourself fully into something, then utilize this great site, and the great people here to ask thousands of questions about race, lore, RP specifics, etc. I've never come across a friendlier community than this.
If you are the type who feels overwhelmed, 'where do I start!' (As I did when I first started rping), I recommend taking it slow. Consider a hyur, or a hyur-raised character, raised in a familiar setting to you, so that your character is 'easier' to play. You won't hav to know lore and racial histories right away, because they won't pertain directly to your character. You'll be able to piece them together over time, either strengthening the story of your current character, or perhaps inspiring you to make a new one altogerher!
*Don't be afraid of mistakes, we all make them.
*Don't be afraid to ask questions, your peers love to help!
*Make up several backstories. Make up 20! The more you practice it, the better and more fleshed out they will become.
*Do not rely solely on your backstory! Remember that your characters live in the present! If they are defined only by their past, their present amd future will not be very interesting. I've been rping my current character for 2 months, and she's only revealed parts of her backstory to 2 people. Backstory is a foundation that should help shape your character, not completey define them. By being receptive to what goes on around you right now, your character should find plenty of RP opportunities.
*I love to RP with new people, to try and spread the RP love, so hit me up anytime!
Good luck!
Ooo thank you for the advice! I actually am going a Hyur Midlander with a family background! I worked out some ideas last night and I got a few questions answered for the 100 questions about your character, it's really helping. Again, thank you guys for the warm welcomes. This is definitely 1000000x times better than what I have seen with some communities!
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