Post by Midnight on Aug 24, 2015 17:40:15 GMT -5
Hello, new or potential member of AWRP! In this tutorial, I'll show you the ropes of creating a character. This tutorial will include how to get to the application, how to copy it, where to post it, and two example applications: one of an acceptable application and one of an unacceptable application.
Step 1: The first step is to locate the Pending Applications board. It's in the second category, titled "Character Management".
Step 2: Once you've found the Pending Applications board and have opened it, scroll down and read all of the information threads that are boxed. Yes, I know, it's a lot of reading, but guess what? Roleplaying requires reading other members' posts, anyway. These posts are supposed to be helpful to you, and they can't be helpful if you don't read them. We've put a lot of time into them.
Mind you, we don't expect you to read all of the names of cats on AWRP, but at least read the information above the list part to figure out how to quickly find if a name has been used or not.
Please keep in mind that we suggest you read those threads before you sign up so you don't have to get into silly arguments with us about what's allowed and what's not allowed. If you have suggestions regarding our rules, please feel free to let us know, but we don't want you to ragequit because you can't use your favorite character's name.
Step 3: Locate our character application, then click on it.
Step 4: Copy the application.
Step 5: Select the Clan (or non-Clan group) where you want your character to be. If you want information on the Clans, please read their roleplaying boards. There is also some information on this FAQ, and you're free to ask on the chatbox.
Step 6: Go to one of the sub-boards of the group, depending on which gender your character is.
Step 7: Find the "Create Thread" button and click it.
Step 8: Get a feel for the process of creating a thread if you're new to ProBoards.
Step 9: Paste in the application code and begin filling it out according to the instructions in it. When you're done, post it and wait patiently. Please do not ask staff to check your application. We will get to it when we have a chance, we're not ignoring you, we can see that you posted it, and you asking won't make us go any faster.
Now you're done! If you're asked to fix something, simply edit your original post with the appropriate fixes, then post again when you've finished.
When you need to fix an application, DO the following:
-Read EVERYTHING that the staff member posts. If you miss something, you'll have to go back in and fix it again, then the staff member will have to check it again, and it's a big hassle for everyone involved.
-Be kind. We don't need you bitching about how you can't use the prefix "Obsidian". The staff don't care that it's your favorite prefix. They just need you to follow the rules. The staff aren't paid or anything, they're doing this because they enjoy it and want to help AWRP more, so don't be rude to them. They're people, too.
If you think a staff member has made a mistake, please feel free to contact them or me about it in a mature manner.
When you need to fix an application, DO NOT do the following:
-Post saying you'll fix it. If you post after a staff member requests fixes, we'll think you've finished when you're just saying you'll fix it, which effectively wastes our time.
-Make a new thread for the fixed application. This is just a waste of space and makes it look like you haven't had to fix the application before. It also means more work for us because we'll have to move your old thread.
-Make a new post with the fixed content. EDIT your original post, THEN post saying "I've finished fixing the application!" or something along those lines.
Now, here is an example of an acceptable application:
This is an example of an unacceptable application:
