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pyanj · **07-01-2016, 10:28 PM**

Hi! Uhh, so, I'm a little shy with things like this, but here goes.I've been playing FFXIV for about a year now, but I've never gotten the courage to approach anyone about RP, mostly because I've found that most RP companies are 18+, and because I am extremely shy. I know 18+ doesn't always entail inappropriate goings-on in the company, but I don't want to make anyone uncomfortable or wary of me because of my age, and I'm not sure I'd be comfortable myself in a group of all adults. If anyone has any advice or suggestions, I'd really appreciate it!!

Aurou · **07-01-2016, 11:02 PM**

Hey Pyanj, welcome Smile

There are undoubtedly groups out there that don't carry an 18+ requirement. Most of the ones that do have that in place are probably looking out for their members. No one wants to be caught off guard corrupting a young person, to put it bluntly. Angry parents are also quite scary. Do be careful about advertising your age, however. It's great that you're honest! But be careful about that, some people are creepy. I would hide your birth year on forums, at the least.

Look around the Linkshell Hall and see if you can find a smaller, casual RP LS or FC that allows younger people in to the group and just give the leader a heads up that you are under 18 so that they can look out for you. That would be a good first step into MMO RP'ing. Make connections here on the forums, build up your friend list. Stay AWAY from the Quicksand. Please, for the love of all that is pure... don't go there. There are some awesome people that hang out there, and then there are some of those really creepy people that I mentioned before. Maybe try some forum RP here to build up your confidence.

I started RPing in a MMO a good dozen years ago when I was 14. I know where you're coming from. Just keep at it, look out for yourself, and be choosy about who your friends are. I'm a parent now and shudder when I think about the things that I got into all those years ago. I was fortunate in that the group I found always was very attentive when the couple younger members were online and kept chat clean - they also looked out for us when someone outside of the group was bothering us or giving us trouble.

I wish you luck!

Faye · **07-01-2016, 11:21 PM**

Harbingers of Dawn is not 18+. Smile

Keep in mind, we do have certain rules and precautions concerning minors, and do have an age requirement of 16+.

Fox · **07-02-2016, 02:09 AM**

I'm currently in an 18+ FC and the ones I used to run myself were 18+ not because we were an ERP guild; but rather because sometime subject matter can get dark and mature; as in non-sexual. Like Aurou, said it's- I believe mostly to protect the guild and not have the concern that there might end up being an angry Mama-tiger out there somewhere.

This being said, I'm certain there are some FCs that are not age restricted, and it's best to let your FC/LS leader know. Smile

Edit:
You may wish to join more 'general' LS.
Infact the Leveler's LS might be a good start: http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=15893

Maybe; Heavy RP http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=8608
And perhaps Hugs & Cake http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=10815
Rp Events & Notices: http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=14942

but you'll have to check with their leaders.

pyanj · **07-03-2016, 03:40 PM**

(07-01-2016, 11:21 PM)Faye Wrote: Harbingers of Dawn is not 18+. Keep in mind, we do have certain rules and precautions concerning minors, and do have an age requirement of 16+.

Reading through the description and such, I'm really interested, but unfortunately, I'm still one year away from 16;; Thanks, though!

pyanj · **07-03-2016, 03:41 PM**

(07-02-2016, 02:09 AM)Foxberry Wrote: I'm currently in an 18+ FC and the ones I used to run myself were 18+ not because we were an ERP guild; but rather because sometime subject matter can get dark and mature; as in non-sexual. Like Aurou, said it's- I believe mostly to protect the guild and not have the concern that there might end up being an angry Mama-tiger out there somewhere.

This being said, I'm certain there are some FCs that are not age restricted, and it's best to let your FC/LS leader know.

Edit:
You may wish to join more 'general' LS.
Infact the Leveler's LS might be a good start: http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=15893

Maybe; Heavy RP http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=8608
And perhaps Hugs & Cake http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=10815
Rp Events & Notices: http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=14942

but you'll have to check with their leaders.

Thank you for the suggestions! I'll check them out!

Naih'tan · **07-03-2016, 04:18 PM**

Hi!

I, myself, have had trouble with finding an FC that wasnt 18+.
You're more than welcome to contact me about this.
And it might be nice for both of us to know someone under the age of 18. Big Grin

I'm Naih'tan Moui on Balmung! o/

pyanj · **07-04-2016, 06:44 PM**

(07-03-2016, 04:18 PM)Naih Wrote: Hi!

I, myself, have had trouble with finding an FC that wasnt 18+.
You're more than welcome to contact me about this.
And it might be nice for both of us to know someone under the age of 18.
I'm Naih'tan Moui on Balmung! o/

That would be great! I'm Yuya Hiik on Balmung!

RP companies/linkshells that AREN'T 18+?

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