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New to XIV RP, pls halp. - VersaceCatnip - 09-03-2015

Hello! /wave I'm Versailles Cota~
I'm new to Roleplaying on FFXIV, and would love to see some examples of how people RP. I'm currently a Seeker of the Sun Mi'qote female, and would love to learn more about the lore. I'm willing to make friends, participate in plots, etc. 

I'm pretty shy to approach people ; ; 

--MMORPG background // FFXIV is my first MMO, and I've been playing for almost a year. 
--RP experience // I've roleplayed on forums. 
--Character ideas/info // I'm still trying to figure out a story for her, but I would like her to resemble my real self personality wise, but living a different adventure. Maybe a barmaid in Ul'dah, but an undercover rogue for hire. 
--How did you learn about the coalition? Well I'm on Balmung... so..... 
--What kind of a role-player are you aiming to be? Light, medium, or heavy? // Medium, since I enjoy raiding as well. 
--Anything from real life you'€™re comfortable with sharing? (Work, school, hobbies, etc) // Soon to be college student. Mainly just like to chit-chat to people on XIV when given the chance, and play other games. 


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RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - Khunbish Avagnar - 09-03-2015

If you're wanting help, send me a PM I've been RPing on MMOs for years, I can give you some help, first thing you want to do is figure out some basics for your character, who they are, what they want and such.

RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - Ninina Nina - 09-03-2015

So you're on Balmung and the RP bug finally bit you? Always nice to have another face in the crowd! Welcome to an all consuming, sometimes miserable a wonderful experience!

If you ever see me around Ul'dah, feel free to strike up some RP! I, myself, need to get out of this closed shell and do some more open roleplay. I'm also not as well versed on Miqo'te lore as many others here, but I've done a fair amount of research in my attempt to flesh Nina out, so if you have any questions, feel free to ask.

RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - Roe Dad - 09-03-2015

Welcome i hope you enjoy it.

RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - VersaceCatnip - 09-03-2015

Thank you ~ ! 
The biggest issue I have is the name changing stuff... I don't necessarily wish to change my name to fit some of the Miqo lore, and I'm afraid that will keep people from RPing with me. :l

RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - Khunbish Avagnar - 09-03-2015

(09-03-2015, 12:32 AM)VersaceCatnip Wrote: Thank you ~ ! 
The biggest issue I have is the name changing stuff... I don't necessarily wish to change my name to fit some of the Miqo lore, and I'm afraid that will keep people from RPing with me. :l
Honestly, it could bring some interesting RP about, and Miqo'te 'common names' are called 'common' for a reason, but blending of cultures, and adoption, can lead to different names

RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - Ninina Nina - 09-03-2015

The people who have hangups about your name are, more often than not, are people who are going to have hangups on every little detail and are the kind of people who might end up making RP on the un-fun side. 

That's not to say I don't advocate at least pondering what your character's tribal name might be, even if you decide to never use it.

RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - Lydia Lightfoot - 09-03-2015

Hi there! Welcome! Here's your complimentary Balmung cookie. :3

RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - Oli! - 09-03-2015

Here's some good advice, there's this really cool guy called Oli running around. You should give him all your money.

You'll be an MLG Roleplayer in no time.









Seriously though you'll be fine. RP in MMOs is like RPing on a forum board only the posts are really short. You'll be good. If you want someone to show you around, I'd be happy to!

RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - Swygynwyzn - 09-03-2015

(09-03-2015, 12:32 AM)VersaceCatnip Wrote: Thank you ~ ! 
The biggest issue I have is the name changing stuff... I don't necessarily wish to change my name to fit some of the Miqo lore, and I'm afraid that will keep people from RPing with me. :l

i had this same problem my char name is Jebus Krist but my rp name is lore friendly but people look past it I promise. Smile


RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - VersaceCatnip - 09-03-2015

(09-03-2015, 12:34 AM)Nina Mori Wrote: The people who have hangups about your name are, more often than not, are people who are going to have hangups on every little detail and are the kind of people who might end up making RP on the un-fun side. 

That's not to say I don't advocate at least pondering what your character's tribal name might be, even if you decide to never use it.
Ah, that's so true. I can't really change it, since it matches my boyfriend's last name and stuff.. heh heh..

RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - VersaceCatnip - 09-03-2015

(09-03-2015, 12:36 AM)Swygynwyzn Wrote:
(09-03-2015, 12:32 AM)VersaceCatnip Wrote: Thank you ~ ! 
The biggest issue I have is the name changing stuff... I don't necessarily wish to change my name to fit some of the Miqo lore, and I'm afraid that will keep people from RPing with me. :l

i had this same problem my char name is Jebus Krist but my rp name is lore friendly but people look past it I promise. Smile
Jebus Krist, omg


RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - VersaceCatnip - 09-03-2015

(09-03-2015, 12:35 AM)Calliope Cloverbloom Wrote: Hi there! Welcome! Here's your complimentary Balmung cookie. :3
EATS DA COOKEH. 

RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - Swygynwyzn - 09-03-2015

(09-03-2015, 12:38 AM)VersaceCatnip Wrote:
(09-03-2015, 12:36 AM)Swygynwyzn Wrote:
(09-03-2015, 12:32 AM)VersaceCatnip Wrote: Thank you ~ ! 
The biggest issue I have is the name changing stuff... I don't necessarily wish to change my name to fit some of the Miqo lore, and I'm afraid that will keep people from RPing with me. :l

i had this same problem my char name is Jebus Krist but my rp name is lore friendly but people look past it I promise. Smile
Jebus Krist, omg
It's my name on everything lol


RE: New to XIV RP, pls halp. - Sounsyy - 09-03-2015

(09-03-2015, 12:12 AM)VersaceCatnip Wrote: I'm new to Roleplaying on FFXIV, and would love to see some examples of how people RP. I'm currently a Seeker of the Sun Mi'qote female, and would love to learn more about the lore.

Welcome to Eorzea and the RPC! If you're looking to learn a little bit of basic lore about your race this thread might be helpful? ^^

If you have any lore questions don't hesitate to ask!