balmung The Yellow Pages

[RiniKett]

Ello Hydaelyns!

 

So I'm looking to do something constructive, and I had an idea to do something that I created for my WoW server a few years back buuuuut someone might have already done it on here and I just haven't found it. So, that being said, is there a directory that acts as a list that separates and groups the different FCs and IC businesses? For example, a list of every tavern that is ran by players out of their FC houses, a list of merc FCs, advertisement for detective FCs, etc etc. In short it is like a yellow pages. I have seen them grouped by race and such, and almost all the information -is- here on the forums in one spot or another, but I'm just checking if anyone has hashed this into an easy "my crew wants to hang out in a player ran bar, what are my options?" and all seven, just an example, are listed with descriptions in one easy to navigate thread.

 

Sorry for rambling, work is a drag. Thanks!

[C'kayah Polaali]

That sounds like a fantastic idea, I'd love to see that happen! I haven't seen anything like that so far for FF, but you'd have a lot of thankful people if you made one...

[Melodia]

I think this is an awesome idea. I'd be glad to assist in any way I could

[Alothia]

I did make a thread in the Making Connections forum, it is stickied, and it's a listing of FCs that are looking to be hired, along with what they do. It's the closest thing we have. ^^

[RiniKett]

Thanks for the replies!

 

It's hard to describe what I am meaning so here is a short example.

 

 

Random Title

• Taverns
  
• Merchants
  
• Mercenaries
  
  1. Protection
     
  2. Assassins
     

  [*]Domestic Hires

  [*]Criminal

  [*]Etc Etc

 

This is poorly descriptive but shows the structure I am referring to. Each word is a link to a part of this page ,or just a reference if the links aren't possible, and at that point it would something like...

 

Taverns:

Wayfarer' Rest- Ward 5: Plot??

A great place to forget your night!

 

Tookie Tookie Resort- Ward 6: plot??

Insert random description!

 

7th Heaven- Ward 22: Plot 2

Our waitresses wear bunny suits.

 

Etc etc.

 

It would list the name, a small description, and then the name would be a link to the actual FC's page on the site for further, deeper, information. These of course are very crudely written examples, the full version would much cleaner with better detail.

 

I wouldn't mind doing this, love creating stuff and being helpful, but I want to make sure I'm not just redoing what someone else might have already done on the site already. Thanks!

 

EDIT: I want to clarify that this not a tool for FC recruitment, but for hiring or services. I realize there is a thread from the summit being made now for recruitment and interest and such. I have no intention of being redundant and copying this. This is more of an easy to find guide for a new Role Player to find a contact they need and make a connection. It is not purely for FCs either since individuals can be mercenaries and maids, etc etc. In essence, it is more or less to be a highway for the information that is already listed on the site.

[Blue]

I'd love this concept. The "Looking for Contracts" list didn't seem fitting for my FC, as it's not a company looking for hiring per se (it's an orphanage), and it didn't seem to have any real sorting. Nonethless I'd love something that allowed me to find specific facilities and to also display mine for all of them wanna-be parents.

 

A list divided by categories would be great. Point me at it and I'll run to submit our entry.

[xelliexell]

I think this is a great idea! Very cute! I know it was just a quick example, but perhaps taverns and like businesses could fall under the Header of "Entertainment"? I'd definitely offer the Rendezvous Host Club into a directory like this.

 

The Host Club isn't "hiring," but it is an IC business that opens its doors once per month to the public. We've discussed running other events under our business brand as well, so it very much exists at least!

[RiniKett]

I'll probably start working on a draft for this and make it an ongoing project before pushing it fully. Most of the genres will be determined by what people post. I may not have a listing for those who are Conjuring Trainers, but once someone describes it it will be listed as a choice under the trainers section, again just an example.

 

What will take time getting use to is what I can use in a forum post as far as links go. I used an Add-on for WoW when I first made this called Gryphon Heart Items. It allowed you to make in game items, such as books, that can be used and opened. I would publish a new book each month with updated content. While using the forum I will be able to constantly update, but it may not be as flashy at first.

 

Thanks for the input! I'm welcome to more suggestions!

[cuideag]

I want to say there was a thread that focused mostly on crafters/gatherers once long ago but I don't think it's been touched in some time. Very neat idea, looking forward to seeing how it works.

[RiniKett]

I'm going to try and make a rough skeleton tonight with general structure. I'll post it so people can tell me they would like to add/subtract, etc. I might ask for a bit of help if I have any trouble with the shortcut/hyperlink redirect thingy.

[Knight Kat]

This seems like a good idea. I would use it for my FC.

[RiniKett]

This working on this, I'll have a prototype done soon™.