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by United Republic of Lepala » Thu Jul 06, 2017 8:40 am
by Rhodevus » Sat Jul 08, 2017 5:34 pm
When starting a character, where is the line drawn with what is decidedly too mundane or OP in that character's capabilities, what's the main factor that decides the acceptable "level of playing" for them? Same with nations in how too small is starting it very simple stupid or making it OP to start off with? Where should the balance be overall decided?
Gren
It depends on the setting
Giovenith
You should always try to start with what you're familiar with. If you've never played a superpowered character before, you might want to ease your way in with a normal human and draw from personal experience. Ultimately, no matter what the power level, all good characters and stories rely on the same basic foundations of common sense. As the saying goes, "You have to know the rules before you break them" - start with something less likely to cause damage, and as you master that, you'll be able to steadily climb up the latter and try bigger concepts.
FRFS
There are really two limitations you're gonna want to keep in mind. What is settled between you and whoever you are roleplaying with, internally in the RP. And also what is accepted by the community at large. That is why interaction in whatever community between the members of the community are so important. An agreeable level of abilities can be decided within the RP itself, internally by all parties involved. Which may fall in line with the community standards, or perhaps be bent for Plot. And in the community itself, overtime will develop natural rules and laws for abilities based off what has continually worked, and what hasn't.
Kyrusia
In a lot of ways, it'll depend upon who you want to roleplay with. Your roleplay partners - and, more broadly, the community you are in as a whole - will tend to dictate what is or is not acceptable and help provide a litmus as to where you should probably adjust things (or not). I always tend to follow Hyperspatial Travel's litmus for stuff about this: "Ask. Ask everyone." Not just the new guy, not jus the guy you joined the thread with, but everyone you see.
Also, a lot need be said for your gut in situations such as this. If you're consistently concerned about something being OP, your gut is likely telling you something. Beyond that: again, everyone starts somewhere; work your way up and work into the field by learning.
Cer
When in doubt, ask. There's no shame in admitting you're feeling lost or don't know how to do something. N&I, NS Sports, and P2TM all have open and vibrant communities willing to help you learn how to play new characters, concepts, etc.
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by Rhodevus » Sun Jul 09, 2017 6:01 pm
"When looking at character death, it's often a complex issue about whether it's done fairly or cheaply - whether it's legitimate and meant to advance the story or whether it's done to simply grab people's attention in the absence of better alternatives. What would you say about writing a proper character death, when it's appropriate, and how it should factor into the scope (ex. personal to trans-national) and tone (ex. detached vs. dramatic) of the current setting?"
Gren
Its appropriate if its the best way to advance the story. Even if you want to get rid of the character, there's usually other ways to do that without killing them off. M* A* S* H had excellent displays of both.
As an example.
Kyrusia
To me, the tone and scope largely depends on the plot itself. If the plot is inter-personal, of course the death is likely to be as well, though not necessarily. The loss of a Head of State due to a personal fouling will, of course, have national and international consequences, but the framing in the narrative itself may only imply one or the other, depending on the characters (and their perspectives) in the story itself.
As for tone... Depends on what sort of message the narrative itself wants to get across and what motiffs it is adhering to. If the theme is one of futility and nihilistic worldviews, the tone of a written death will be different from a narrative talking about valor and self-sacrifice.
Ghant
I think characters serve to advance the story in some way, and contribute to the overall narrative. Eventually you might reach a point where they can no longer do that adequately, and the best way for them to contribute to the story further is to die. As far as when it's appropriate, I think generally the writer will have an idea of when a character ought to die. Like when they've reached a point of absolution, when they've reached the climax of a conflict, or if they decide to sacrifice themselves for someone else or for a higher purpose.
Giovenith
This is a big question that ultimately boils down to looking at the wider context of the story. Some people might tell you that a character should only be killed off if done with all their goals, however, dying before completing their goals can serve in it of itself as an amazing motivation for other characters to continue their legacy. However, this risks falling into the "Women In Freezers" cliche - a character who existed solely so their death could motivate another character, which not only risks making the death emotionally lacking for the audience but also being insulting to the dead character themselves, since they essentially have no identity of their own and only exist for the benefit of another character.
Ultimately, I think what makes a "legitimate" death depends on who the character was in life. Were they compelling in their own right? What does their death as individual say about the themes of the story as a whole instead of just what it means to single other characters?
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by Rhodevus » Sun Jul 09, 2017 7:39 pm
Rodrania wrote:Rhod, I f*cking love you, man. <3
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Beiluxia wrote:Is it just me, or does your name keep getting better the more I see it?
by Byzareum » Fri Jul 21, 2017 5:06 am
Rozwell Clayton
Name Rozwell Clayton, original name unknown
Born December 10, 2010
Birthplace New York
Nationality American
Age 21
Status Active
Rank Civillian
Gender Male
Affiliation United States of America
Occupation CEO, incognito crime boss
Likes Poker and gambling, booze, being a cheeky bastard, trolling the authorities, and personally executing traitors.
Dislikes Nazis, communists, smoke, losing too many times, humiliation, getting caught, snakes, and traitors.
Most unpleasant Losing
Forte in Sports Any that require nimble footwork and hands, and carefulness.
by Rhodevus » Tue Oct 24, 2017 6:25 pm
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by United Lands of Erika » Fri Nov 03, 2017 4:45 pm
by Yohannes » Fri Nov 03, 2017 11:09 pm
United Lands of Erika wrote:Hi guys!
I've just finished creating a biography of the national hero of my country. I would appreciate it if you check it out and say what you think about it.
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by Ord Caprica » Sun Feb 25, 2018 4:15 pm
Rovikstead wrote:Could anyone give me constructive criticism on my factbook? I would appreciate any suggestions for edits, or just hearing any opinions on what I wrote.
https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=968140
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by Copperward » Tue Mar 13, 2018 4:50 pm
by Ord Caprica » Tue Mar 13, 2018 8:42 pm
Copperward wrote:https://www.nationstates.net/nation=copperward/detail=factbook/id=main
Here's my factbook on my nation's most prominent political figures. I'd appreciate constructive criticism on it.
by The Jelen Qon Islands » Sun Apr 01, 2018 12:03 pm
by Nueva Philippines » Wed Apr 25, 2018 4:45 am
by Diarcesia » Wed Apr 25, 2018 5:16 pm
...His grand mother (from his father's side) taught him to be proud being a [F]ilipino and as a [F]ilipino we should be masipag (hardworking)...
by Nueva Philippines » Wed Apr 25, 2018 6:52 pm
Diarcesia wrote:
The capitalization has to be consistent. I saw some "Philippines" and some other instances of "philippines", for instance.
Regarding the translation from non-English, you can use this style (or not, depending on your preference):...His grand mother (from his father's side) taught him to be proud being a [F]ilipino and as a [F]ilipino we should be masipag (hardworking)...
Content-wise, I like it. It gives an enough amount of detail and background in the character.
Edit: I love the illustration. Did you make it?
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