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WOT IS FAQ?

 

Frequently Asked Question

 

I would suggest adding sections that explain godmodding, powergaming, metagaming, why they're bad, and how to avoid doing them.

Might as well throw "what is consent" on top of that list as well, while we're at it.

 

Yes, what Bot said! Responsible roleplay is something all players would benefit from reading about, veteran or not!
Perhaps links to Starbound lore ("What is the in-character history of the StarboundRP universe?"). Has someone been recording events in the server itself?
"Suns rise and fall within over planets. How is IC time measured in StarboundRP? Do we just not bother and merely measure time in real-life approximations?"
"How much is a pixel worth compared to the real life money? Are there standards, exchange rates, and/or other forms of currency? If there aren't, will there ever be? Which is worth more: one million pixels or ten ingots of impervium?"
"What should I (as a new player) do to quickly get involved with others?"
"How involved are admins and moderators as Game Masters making events or stories? Is the universe completely Player-Character driven?"
"Query: Do I need to lisssssssp? My character doesn't speak like members of the race usually do. Is that okay?"

Just a few suggestions. Thanks for adding the FAQ!

 

Bah. Thanks, edit key for not showing up. You fool me yet again, forum HUD.

 

"There is an adult-themed section/event in my character's story, is that allowed?"
Anything on violence, death, torture, rape, or any other "shock" value themes.
Yes, these are real life tragedies, and can be very powerful in a narrative.
But there's quite a few people who have or know someone who's been a victim, and can take offense to someone taking them lightly or tossing them around freely.
In summation; first ask yourself if they're truly necessary to the story, and if so, use them with respect.

"Hey I want to make a custom race/off-shoot/culture/species/etc. Can I?"
Generally, no, custom races that go against the standard lore are not.
However, communications with the Staff is never frowned upon, so, if you genuinely think you have an idea that will be fun and fit seamlessly, never be afraid to ask a Moderator.
[Possibly include list of outright "No"'s; such as anything copyrighted, humanoid animals (cat people etc.)]

 

An important one that should be re-iterated so that it can be clear should be "Where can I find the lore, and what should I read?"

The response should be all lore-relevant links, as follows:
- Avian Lore (advanced)
- Basic Lore
- All Racial and Non-Racial Dialogue to date
- The Agaran Menace and it's follow up, Fly Away: How the Restless Sparrow was Lost

 

PS: Forgot to add the link to the Agaran Menace like the dum-dum that I am:

http://community.playstarbound.com/index.php?threads/the-agaran-menace.68061/

 

"I really like [insert character from other media here], is it okay if I draw inspiration from them?"
Playing that exact character? No. Copyrighted material or other people's work may not be used.
However; we all draw inspiration from our favorite media, it's how we creatively evolve.
When creating a character inspired by another's work, remember the words of Pablo Picasso;
"A moderate artist borrows, a great artist steals."
I.e.; Do not borrow, or, present the same piece that someone else made as your own.
Steal it, make it your own creation. Take that concept and make something no one has seen before.

"I don't know to value [any unit of measurement] in-game! What should I do?"
Some values have been defined either by the Staff or the Community;
-1 Pixel = 1$ USD ((.75€ EUR))
-1 Day in-game = 1 Day real-life
-1 Block = 2 feet ((.6 meters))

"I'm confused where this server is situated in-character?"
In-character; we are all in the Antares Sector, one of the galactic arms of the Milky Way.

 

I'm basing these all off questions I get asked pretty regularly by newbies.

 

Cool; was hoping for that. These were best-guesses and Moderator input.