Mana Academy OOC II (Closed, Fantasy/Slice of Life)

[Kingdom of Irhk]

Co-OP MEETING TO DISCUSS THE WAR.

[Charlia]

Eh?

After thinking about this, well, here's what I have to say.

I don't want to be a killjoy. I don't want to ruin people's fun. But I know that I, at least, did not sign up for this roleplay thinking that it would get into a regular WWIII. I doubt that any of us did. If that's what we'd been looking for, we probably would have found another roleplay. And I also know that such a thing would most likely take a very long time and probably wouldn't be very much fun for me or anyone else who isn't interested in that sort of thing, or even people who just don't have characters in noble houses.

Again, I don't want to ruin anyone's fun. I want you guys to be able to do what you want to do--but I also want to have fun with this roleplay and not be kept in a perpetual state of near-total apathy and resentment.

So here's my idea.

Why don't you guys make a spin-off roleplay of this one, about the war in particular? That way those who are interested can have that plot and enjoy it, and this thread can get back to its normal dynamic for those of us who don't want to participate in a WWIII plotline but also don't want to be stuck out of the loop and possibly even angry for months on end. If we do that, everyone can get what they want and have fun.

[Vlamistaatti]

Co-OP MEETING TO DISCUSS THE WAR.

I call dibs on nukes.

[Luminesa]

Eh?

After thinking about this, well, here's what I have to say.

I don't want to be a killjoy. I don't want to ruin people's fun. But I know that I, at least, did not sign up for this roleplay thinking that it would get into a regular WWIII. I doubt that any of us did. If that's what we'd been looking for, we probably would have found another roleplay. And I also know that such a thing would most likely take a very long time and probably wouldn't be very much fun for me or anyone else who isn't interested in that sort of thing, or even people who just don't have characters in noble houses.

Again, I don't want to ruin anyone's fun. I want you guys to be able to do what you want to do--but I also want to have fun with this roleplay and not be kept in a perpetual state of near-total apathy and resentment.

So here's my idea.

Why don't you guys make a spin-off roleplay of this one, about the war in particular? That way those who are interested can have that plot and enjoy it, and this thread can get back to its normal dynamic for those of us who don't want to participate in a WWIII plotline but also don't want to be stuck out of the loop and possibly even angry for months on end. If we do that, everyone can get what they want and have fun.

First of all, we don't have to do it now. It will be a WHILE before anything can be stable enough in this RP to actually hold a war scenario, and we want this to end in a win for everyone beside the Rise. Second, it would only take a month of IRL time, maybe a week or so of RP time. After all, it doesn't have to take an outrageously long time for a war to have a significant effect on a few countries, i.e. The Six-Day War between Israel and Egypt (and friends). Third, why would this cause you so much apathy and resentment that it would need a separate spinoff?

[Charlia]

After thinking about this, well, here's what I have to say.

I don't want to be a killjoy. I don't want to ruin people's fun. But I know that I, at least, did not sign up for this roleplay thinking that it would get into a regular WWIII. I doubt that any of us did. If that's what we'd been looking for, we probably would have found another roleplay. And I also know that such a thing would most likely take a very long time and probably wouldn't be very much fun for me or anyone else who isn't interested in that sort of thing, or even people who just don't have characters in noble houses.

Again, I don't want to ruin anyone's fun. I want you guys to be able to do what you want to do--but I also want to have fun with this roleplay and not be kept in a perpetual state of near-total apathy and resentment.

So here's my idea.

Why don't you guys make a spin-off roleplay of this one, about the war in particular? That way those who are interested can have that plot and enjoy it, and this thread can get back to its normal dynamic for those of us who don't want to participate in a WWIII plotline but also don't want to be stuck out of the loop and possibly even angry for months on end. If we do that, everyone can get what they want and have fun.

First of all, we don't have to do it now. It will be a WHILE before anything can be stable enough in this RP to actually hold a war scenario, and we want this to end in a win for everyone beside the Rise. Second, it would only take a month of IRL time, maybe a week or so of RP time. After all, it doesn't have to take an outrageously long time for a war to have a significant effect on a few countries, i.e. The Six-Day War between Israel and Egypt (and friends). Third, why would this cause you so much apathy and resentment that it would need a separate spinoff?

...


...I question why I even bothered.

[Luminesa]

First of all, we don't have to do it now. It will be a WHILE before anything can be stable enough in this RP to actually hold a war scenario, and we want this to end in a win for everyone beside the Rise. Second, it would only take a month of IRL time, maybe a week or so of RP time. After all, it doesn't have to take an outrageously long time for a war to have a significant effect on a few countries, i.e. The Six-Day War between Israel and Egypt (and friends). Third, why would this cause you so much apathy and resentment that it would need a separate spinoff?

...


...I question why I even bothered.

I'm asking so we can maybe settle the situation. If it causes you this much anger and frustration that it's going to effect you emotionally and keep you from RPing, can you at least say why? I'm not trying to attack you.

[Charlia]

...


...I question why I even bothered.

I'm asking so we can maybe settle the situation. If it causes you this much anger and frustration that it's going to effect you emotionally and keep you from RPing, can you at least say why? I'm not trying to attack you.

I already said what the problem is. Realistic and serious wars bother me immensely. There's a reason I hate history class. (Actually, there are several reasons, but that's beside the point.) Yeah, I know, wow, the infamous Red Queen is bothered by war? Yes. Yes, she is. You questioning me on this makes me feel like you don't believe me, and while I know that's not your intention, it does actually hurt. Maybe I'm too good at playing the victim. Wouldn't surprise me; I've had a lot of experience. I just can't deal with that sort of plotline right now. Maybe not ever. I don't know. That's why I suggested the spin-off idea, so that you guys can do your war and I don't have to constantly worry about whether or not I'm going to have to abandon this RP for any amount of time. I like this roleplay and I like playing with you guys, and I don't want to have to leave, even for a month. But I have to take care of myself.

[Kingdom of Irhk]

Please tell me you're not discussing again... Please...

[Charlia]

Please tell me you're not discussing again... Please...

Oh no! Irhk has clearly been traumatized by discussions!





Lumi asked questions, I answered them. Simple as that.


Also, you totally spoiled my joke, dude. I was just about to post 'Wow, is everyone gone? Don't tell me finding out that I'm actually human scared you that much.'


Now that I look at it, it doesn't seem as funny as when it first came to mind. So I guess you did everyone a favor?

[Kingdom of Irhk]

Please tell me you're not discussing again... Please...

Oh no! Irhk has clearly been traumatized by discussions!





Lumi asked questions, I answered them. Simple as that.


Also, you totally spoiled my joke, dude. I was just about to post 'Wow, is everyone gone? Don't tell me finding out that I'm actually human scared you that much.'


Now that I look at it, it doesn't seem as funny as when it first came to mind. So I guess you did everyone a favor?

I have my fair share of traumas and weirdness, thank you.

But at least until the end of this year, let's save ourselves from such discussions, please?

[Luminesa]

I'm asking so we can maybe settle the situation. If it causes you this much anger and frustration that it's going to effect you emotionally and keep you from RPing, can you at least say why? I'm not trying to attack you.

I already said what the problem is. Realistic and serious wars bother me immensely. There's a reason I hate history class. (Actually, there are several reasons, but that's beside the point.) Yeah, I know, wow, the infamous Red Queen is bothered by war? Yes. Yes, she is. You questioning me on this makes me feel like you don't believe me, and while I know that's not your intention, it does actually hurt. Maybe I'm too good at playing the victim. Wouldn't surprise me; I've had a lot of experience. I just can't deal with that sort of plotline right now. Maybe not ever. I don't know. That's why I suggested the spin-off idea, so that you guys can do your war and I don't have to constantly worry about whether or not I'm going to have to abandon this RP for any amount of time. I like this roleplay and I like playing with you guys, and I don't want to have to leave, even for a month. But I have to take care of myself.

I don't mind if you're bothered by war. War bothers everyone to some degree. Nobody wants to be in a war. I like reading about war, but I absolutely would be terrified about going to war myself. I was terrified when my brother spent a year overseas in the Middle East. People only go to war because they see a certain need. Here, that would most likely be the only way this conflict could essentially be resolved. It's not even going to be a realistic war. It's a magic war. It'll be more like The Hobbit than anything, except mostly with people.

First of all, my concern is my concern. I only want to know why you feel a certain why so we can work this out. Second, if you want, we can hold this off until you are ready, so that way you can ease into it and we can find ways to fit your characters into the RP. Third, we're not going to kill everyone off. That's not going to happen. There will be blood, but we can discuss this and find ways to make it work.

Fourth, if absolutely nothing can be done (this is an extreme) and you absolutely feel you have to walk away for your emotional sake, that's not a problem. I've had to walk away from NS or from people for a little while, in order to calm myself and my emotional health. You can do what you have to, and then we can get you back involved in the RP when we're done.

[Charlia]

Oh no! Irhk has clearly been traumatized by discussions!





Lumi asked questions, I answered them. Simple as that.


Also, you totally spoiled my joke, dude. I was just about to post 'Wow, is everyone gone? Don't tell me finding out that I'm actually human scared you that much.'


Now that I look at it, it doesn't seem as funny as when it first came to mind. So I guess you did everyone a favor?

I have my fair share of traumas and weirdness, thank you.

But at least until the end of this year, let's save ourselves from such discussions, please?

Sure. Me, I still like your idea.

As well as mine, but I like all my ideas, haha. Except the ones that fall definitively under the category of 'It seemed like a good idea at the time'.


Those ideas never end well.

[Chrome Legion]

One thing is for sure, this is a major plot development, and we shouldn't jump to extremes quickly. We have at least until the end of this Arc to work out how we want to proceed.

[Luminesa]

One thing is for sure, this is a major plot development, and we shouldn't jump to extremes quickly. We have at least until the end of this Arc to work out how we want to proceed.

Definitely.

[Finsternia]

Sooner or later I might tear apart a doctor's secretary for incompetence

[Luminesa]

Sooner or later I might tear apart a doctor's secretary for incompetence

I know this feeling.

[Finsternia]

Sooner or later I might tear apart a doctor's secretary for incompetence

I know this feeling.

It is quite annoying that there's a shit ton of patients waiting and all she does is wander around like a lost dog. Ugh.

Speaking of this theoretical war, Mercillia's the only one willing to mobilize while Aloysus prefers to intimidate the Rise into submission with Saturninus as captive (which we know won't work).

[Saldinado]

Well then it seems that Natalie is having a rather decisive moment with the choices of cheese and making her Mama proud. I think its time for Simone to make an offer that she can't refuse.

[Kingdom of Irhk]

I know this feeling.

It is quite annoying that there's a shit ton of patients waiting and all she does is wander around like a lost dog. Ugh.

Speaking of this theoretical war, Mercillia's the only one willing to mobilize while Aloysus prefers to intimidate the Rise into submission with Saturninus as captive (which we know won't work).

With Mercillia near him? I'd say he would intimidate half of the world just by saying "Do you want me to get out of her way?"

[Luminesa]

It is quite annoying that there's a shit ton of patients waiting and all she does is wander around like a lost dog. Ugh.

Speaking of this theoretical war, Mercillia's the only one willing to mobilize while Aloysus prefers to intimidate the Rise into submission with Saturninus as captive (which we know won't work).

With Mercillia near him? I'd say he would intimidate half of the world just by saying "Do you want me to get out of her way?"

Things will go to crud if he does that. XD

[Charlia]

Truthfully? Even I didn't understand what Simone was saying.

That's what happens when your genetic code doesn't put nearly enough points into people skills. I hope I translated right. XD

[Finsternia]

It is quite annoying that there's a shit ton of patients waiting and all she does is wander around like a lost dog. Ugh.

Speaking of this theoretical war, Mercillia's the only one willing to mobilize while Aloysus prefers to intimidate the Rise into submission with Saturninus as captive (which we know won't work).

With Mercillia near him? I'd say he would intimidate half of the world just by saying "Do you want me to get out of her way?"

Actually, most nobles are more afraid of Aloysus once he starts to act. Sure, Mercillia's the blood knight of the family but he's been so quiet about matters that it is so unexpected and his intentions are always unknown to others like a puppeteer backstage.

[Charlia]

...Also, I got sent this.

Apparently, according to its sender(who will pay), if my life had a theme song, this would be it.


I insist that if my life had a theme song, it would be something much more epic.


So, to get rid of its stain on my life, I pass it on to this roleplay! IF THIS ROLEPLAY HAD A THEME SONG, THIS WOULD BE IT!


Now, I'm going to brood for a while and come up with various threatening messages to return to sender.

[Luminesa]

With Mercillia near him? I'd say he would intimidate half of the world just by saying "Do you want me to get out of her way?"

Actually, most nobles are more afraid of Aloysus once he starts to act. Sure, Mercillia's the blood knight of the family but he's been so quiet about matters that it is so unexpected and his intentions are always unknown to others like a puppeteer backstage.

BEWARE THE QUIET ONES.

[Finsternia]

Actually, most nobles are more afraid of Aloysus once he starts to act. Sure, Mercillia's the blood knight of the family but he's been so quiet about matters that it is so unexpected and his intentions are always unknown to others like a puppeteer backstage.

BEWARE THE QUIET ONES.

Yep It's like the difference between Daenerys (Mercillia) and Tywin (Aloysus)

So are everyone inside the maze? Coz I wanna have Alli join the political debate while Artosh is just horrified with the idea of war