111 Posted February 25, 2015 Share #1 Posted February 25, 2015 Hello all! I'm considering creating a new LS for gritty crime and drama RP. I have a few tenets that I'd like to keep, and I'm wondering what people think. 1) Character Death is Allowed 2) Alts only. - The plots that might happen in this LS would likely put most characters firmly in criminal territory. I'd prefer if people used characters they weren't afraid of losing or of being hated ICly. Also this community has a tendency to chase around criminals and stuff OOCly, so they never have a chance to RP without getting ambushed. If alts are used, people can always go back on their main for some lighthearted RP. 3) Over 18. - Dark and adult themes will likely come up in the course of the LS, think the level of Game of Thrones or House of Cards. Drugs, Murder, Sex, etc. Aside from that, the LS would provide a safe space for the less traditionally good to congregate, and a place for people to request foes for some of their RPs. Questions? Concerns? Interest? Let me know! Link to comment
Telluride Posted February 25, 2015 Share #2 Posted February 25, 2015 I might be interested - I have a cadre of characters in an upcoming story post that operate in a shadier sort of capacity, and who are not 'evil' so much as more interested in their goals than any silly thing like morality, collateral damage and public endangerment. If nothing else, they would be quite interested in possible working with crystal smugglers. Link to comment
Volk Posted February 25, 2015 Share #3 Posted February 25, 2015 Love it! Haven't had a chance to properly invoke my inner horrible person since I've been playing FFXIV! I also made a ton of alts the other night because ambien doesn't work. Anywwwwwwwwwwwwwwayys, this seems cool. I'll keep an eye on this thread! Link to comment
ChewableMorphine Posted February 25, 2015 Share #4 Posted February 25, 2015 I'd prefer if people used characters they weren't afraid of losing or of being hated ICly. Are you implying my main is liked at all? Count me in yo. Flynt the Hyena loves his loansharking. Link to comment
N'velhi Tia Posted February 25, 2015 Share #5 Posted February 25, 2015 I'd be interested in this! While not technically a villain, my wholly killable main character deals in contraband and has no real moral compass. Link to comment
Faye Posted February 25, 2015 Share #6 Posted February 25, 2015 That sounds great to me; I have an alt I'd love to toss in! Link to comment
Sophia_Grave Posted February 25, 2015 Share #7 Posted February 25, 2015 1) Character Death is Allowed What does this mean? Other people will be able to kill my character at their discretion, or that I would have the decision to allow my character to be killed? I feel like the latter would go without saying. Link to comment
Unnamed Mercenary Posted February 25, 2015 Share #8 Posted February 25, 2015 I know Franz would be accustomed to hanging around these unsavory sorts. Death makes things a little complicated. (Although I'm not particularly adverse to it, provided it's gone through proper development). I could always donate a particular alt (Unnamed Mercenary) as a nice throw-away villain for repeat use. ...one day I'll level him up to 50 so he can be dressed all pretty-like. Link to comment
Faye Posted February 25, 2015 Share #9 Posted February 25, 2015 1) Character Death is Allowed What does this mean? Other people will be able to kill my character at their discretion, or that I would have the decision to allow my character to be killed? I feel like the latter would go without saying. It says "allowed" and not "required" or anything of that sort... so I'm guessing that means it's okay for characters to die/kill and it's encouraged if the situation arises, but hopefully not "necessary?" My character's a Voidsent so I'm okay with her "dying" and being sent back to the Void for a couple months or so RL time... but permadeath is not really preferable for me at this point. x_x Link to comment
Flickering Ember Posted February 25, 2015 Share #10 Posted February 25, 2015 I'm interested as I have an upcoming alt that, while I don't really consider 'evil' per say (or a criminal for that matter) definitely dips far into 'villain' territory. However, considering I haven't even started RPing with her yet, I can definitely say I'm not interested in permadeath. At least not initially. Link to comment
111 Posted February 25, 2015 Author Share #11 Posted February 25, 2015 1) Character Death is Allowed What does this mean? Other people will be able to kill my character at their discretion, or that I would have the decision to allow my character to be killed? I feel like the latter would go without saying. It means that you would be willing to consider permadeath for your character. There is something strange about the RP community that permanent death needs to be specified. As opposed to all those non-permanent types of death. Anyway, It's also why I suggest alts. This would be more for smugglers, thieves, bandits, mercenaries, drug dealers, assassins, etc etc. Not really like epic hi tier magical craziness. Link to comment
Divisor Posted February 25, 2015 Share #12 Posted February 25, 2015 It says "allowed" and not "required" or anything of that sort... so I'm guessing that means it's okay for characters to die/kill and it's encouraged if the situation arises, but hopefully not "necessary?" My character's a Voidsent so I'm okay with her "dying" and being sent back to the Void for a couple months or so RL time... but permadeath is not really preferable for me at this point. x_x Yeah, I think I'm with you on this one. I'm good with permadeath being something everyone can be open to, but I think I'd like my character alive. I'd be willing to join since I'm on the hunt for criminal RP all over the place, but I have no alts at all and permadeath's the only thing about this LS that worries me a little. I guess that's why it's alts-only. Link to comment
111 Posted February 25, 2015 Author Share #13 Posted February 25, 2015 Haha, just to be clear, I'm not saying everyone has to. I'm just saying it should be on the table. It's refreshing! Having a character die, everyone should try it! Link to comment
Divisor Posted February 25, 2015 Share #14 Posted February 25, 2015 Haha, just to be clear, I'm not saying everyone has to. I'm just saying it should be on the table. It's refreshing! Having a character die, everyone should try it! Oh, I've done it before! I guess in that instance, though, it was of my own discretion. The character(s) died when I wanted them to and that's about as far as it went. Death is the only thing I get apprehensive about in RP because it can't be undone without being off-putting. You can kick my character's ass up and down the street and he'll at least get better after a while. Link to comment
Sophia_Grave Posted February 25, 2015 Share #15 Posted February 25, 2015 Ah, I see! In that case, I may as well parrot Franz in saying that I'm open to it, so long as its developed and such! I hope this gets off the ground, Nat! Link to comment
Antain Posted February 25, 2015 Share #16 Posted February 25, 2015 This is a fun idea. One question though, while I am well over 18, the character I have in mind for this is 14. If the 18+ rule applies to characters as well... Hmm, I could have another one that's on the grey moral compass. Link to comment
Unnamed Mercenary Posted February 25, 2015 Share #17 Posted February 25, 2015 This is a fun idea. One question though, while I am well over 18, the character I have in mind for this is 14. If the 18+ rule applies to characters as well... Hmm, I could have another one that's on the grey moral compass. I'd imagine it's more a matter of legality both IC and OOC. I know there are local laws that state it'd have to be 18+ IC and OOC for anything relating to a sexual act. Link to comment
Flickering Ember Posted February 25, 2015 Share #18 Posted February 25, 2015 1) Character Death is Allowed What does this mean? Other people will be able to kill my character at their discretion, or that I would have the decision to allow my character to be killed? I feel like the latter would go without saying. It means that you would be willing to consider permadeath for your character. There is something strange about the RP community that permanent death needs to be specified. As opposed to all those non-permanent types of death. Anyway, It's also why I suggest alts. This would be more for smugglers, thieves, bandits, mercenaries, drug dealers, assassins, etc etc. Not really like epic hi tier magical craziness. Any room for weird cultists with a bit of sanity slippage who are prone to stalking and kidnapping for the advancement of said cult? Or slave hunter. Still not finalized on the character. Link to comment
Jancis Posted February 25, 2015 Share #19 Posted February 25, 2015 It sounds like something Iglu (or generic no-name thug) would fit into! Link to comment
Telluride Posted February 25, 2015 Share #20 Posted February 25, 2015 It sounds like something Iglu (or generic no-name thug) would fit in Are you going to come be a naughty god, a sexy shoeless god of war, a purveyor of perversion, or a breaker of bones with us? Link to comment
Unnamed Mercenary Posted February 25, 2015 Share #21 Posted February 25, 2015 It sounds like something Iglu (or generic no-name thug) would fit into! Did they never erm...burn...the body? I believe Franz knows someone who would be comforted by Iglu's visit. edit: She'll be checking if people got "first prize", or soemthing. Link to comment
Melkire Posted February 25, 2015 Share #22 Posted February 25, 2015 Did they never erm...burn...the body? *rubs hands and cackles maniacally* Link to comment
Jancis Posted February 26, 2015 Share #23 Posted February 26, 2015 It sounds like something Iglu (or generic no-name thug) would fit into! Did they never erm...burn...the body? I believe Franz knows someone who would be comforted by Iglu's visit. edit: She'll be checking if people got "first prize", or something. Well the belief is she did, a pile of ashes left where she was.. .but they were in a place with urns aplenty and a bait and switch? Who can say... Awww! You are such a doll to prompt for posting one of my favorite screenshots eva! Link to comment
Askier Posted February 26, 2015 Share #24 Posted February 26, 2015 It sounds like something Iglu (or generic no-name thug) would fit into! Did they never erm...burn...the body? I believe Franz knows someone who would be comforted by Iglu's visit. edit: She'll be checking if people got "first prize", or something. Well the belief is she did, a pile of ashes left where she was.. .but they were in a place with urns aplenty and a bait and switch? Who can say... Awww! You are such a doll to prompt for posting one of my favorite screenshots eva! Your characters are this = :evil: Mine are this = :angel: You are all bad people and should feel terrible for the bad things you do! ((But we do love it when you all rp amazingly fun morally deviant characters.... .... Not that I ever have done that.)) But no seriously this LS sound like a great idea and you would have a fair number of great people on board! Link to comment
111 Posted February 26, 2015 Author Share #25 Posted February 26, 2015 Thank you for the feedback everyone. I am working on the details internally, but I think it would be an IC enterprise. Trying to make sure I have enough time to do it justice before I get too far, but it seems there is definitely a desire for it. Link to comment
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