Post by Tondc on Nov 18, 2015 0:15:36 GMT
We have noticed some members struggling to start threads or get some plots rolling! We have created this thread to help you get some ideas and starting points for your characters so that you do not feel stuck or at a loss for plots and ideas. We have lots of different ways for you to get things rolling with your characters so we encourage you to take a read at the suggestions we have. Here are some things you can do and some things to keep in mind:
Plotters
» You are free to create a thread in which you can plot for your own characters. This is an easy way not only for others to get in contact with you on neutral ground, but for you to do the same. If you have an OC, we strongly recommend you put a brief description about them in your plotter so that it saves another member from having to read through your entire bio should they prefer not to.
» A lot of characters have plotters. If you want to rp with someone, the plotter is one way to approach them. Feel free to post in it and express your interest to role play with that character, or even suggest some potential ideas. It will help generate discussion for a plot.
Plotting Ads
» We have the option to create plotting ads. This is basically someone with an idea which is not specifically aimed at a certain muse posting an ad to see if someone would like to do the plot with them.
» You can always post your ideas there to see if someone would like to do them with you. Maybe this way you can do the plot you always wanted to do with someone you might have not expected.
Personal Messages
» We have this feature on the side so you can privately send the other people messages.
» If you want to rp with someone, shoot them a message, be proactive about it.
ChatBox
» The ChatBox is an easy place to start feeling up to another user before approaching them.
» If you then want to rp with them pm them.
» Avoid telling the other (or other users as a whole) to pm you, as this might leave a bad impression (in many cases it will appear as if you're not really interested). Rather than expect others to come to you, it could be more effective to approach other members or expressing interest by discussing some ideas in the CB and then taking it a step further via PM.
» Get active, show the other your interest, it will make it a lot easier for the two of you to plot.
OCs & Canons
» If you rp an OC, please don't expect the Canons to come up with all the ideas.
» You as the OC probably know the Canon a lot better than the Canon knows your OC
» It will be a lot easier for the mun of the OC to come up with ideas for OC and Canon to interact than for the mun of the Canon, so don't take it personally if a Canon struggles with nailing down an idea after approaching you. Help them plot, come up with ideas as well. We understand if it can be tough sometimes, however all we ask is that it not be totally dependent on the canon to come up with the plots. Even if you can suggest a timeline for your OC to fit into, or give information that would allow the member to have a better understanding of your OC. All these things will help with plotting and allow both members to feel inspired for threads.
General Etiquette
» Try to make the other know you're interested in plotting. For some approaching you is hard, you will help that along massively if you show interest and enthusiasm in plotting.
» Try to come up with ideas. Plotting lives off of discussion. You will find your plots a lot more engaging for the both of you, if you both contribute to it.
» Try to help with deciding. If your partner gives you multiple ideas and asks you to decide, it can appear as discouraging if you tell them to pick whatever they like without any personal input of your own. It may appear that you are disinterested in plotting and chances are your partner actually wanted to but may have needed your help deciding.
