Where to begin?
I'd like to say hello to whoever looks in, and maybe take some time to introduce myself, but first I'd like to say I'm impressed by how well-cared for this place seems. I can see that there's a great deal of inter-connectedness between everywhere on these boards, as a very real part of the play here, and I'm still a little in awe of it.
So then, who am I... Here, I am Rogan; I'm a roleplayer first and foremost, and I have a great love of words and creating works of beauty with them. My usual fare is forum-based roleplay, usually in the style of free-form RP with other players, in raw creativity, without any rule-system behind it... however, a friend I know mentioned this place as something I might like to explore, and my curiosity is definitely piqued.
I should say first of all that I'm an experienced and respectful role-player, and I always put the story, its progress and the creative process of playing with others first amongst my concerns, but, with that said; I've never RPed within the confines of a more structured and rule-based system like this. I know that one of the major concerns and gripes RPers who prefer rule-based systems tend to have with RPers who prefer free-forming, is the trouble of god-moding, -mothering, deus-exing, and general over-stepping; I want to say, to allay that, that I treat the inviolability of personal character as one of my guiding principles, along with awareness of the limits of knowledge... so you'll see none of that from me.
That said, here's my concern: I'm fascinated by what I see here, and want to try it for myself, but, I actually have no knowledge whatsoever of the world and universe this is set in; I've neither seen any of the formal media, nor played any of the games, and I have, at best, a rough understanding of the features of the world and setting. I'm concerned that this might be a problem, but reading that the play here is set post-date to all major canon events makes me think that perhaps I'll be alright, with a bit of general knowledge reading.
I've been spending some time lurking and reading the various information threads that have been put up here, and I feel I'm at a point of understanding things, where I'd be able play passably, but some of the very basics of the actual hard mechanics still seem to elude me, mentally... I'll get there, I'm sure, but I'd love a chance to talk with some other players here, out of character, and perhaps find some help getting started.
I have and idea of who, what and how I might like to begin with an Operator and Navi character pair... and I find forming in my mind an idea of a path of growth and development for both of them as characters, but I don't feel as though I'm ready to actually make a first step yet; I feel as though there's still far too much that I don't know, and the sensation that I don't know how all the rules work is paralysing me a little.
I think, when I first begin to play, I'll have to make every post with a dozen other windows open to keep track of all the numbers and what things do what...
There are many more questions I'd like to ask... but this is supposed to be an introduction and a hello, and I think I've rambled on well long enough already.
So, hello, and I'm glad to be here, excited at the idea of trying something new with some of you, and eager to fill in the gaps of my understanding. Pleased to meet you.
-Rogan
A First Greeting
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Hello there, and to your concern, you would not be the first member here without any familiarity with the MMBN universe. We'll try to answer any questions you have, and if you need some direct communication, try asking around in our chat. RERN is a fair bit different than a traditional free-form RP as you figured, but hopefully you'll decide that's not a bad thing either. Enjoy your time here, and welcome.
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Well then, welcome welcome to the site, we hope you'll stay and enjoy yourself here.
As for learning about the universe and it's setting, you can easily find some info and background history Here.
Beyond just the basic setting and history there, feel free to hit up the chatroom Bomber mentioned above with his link, and we'll be happy to welcome you and answer any questions you have.
As for learning about the universe and it's setting, you can easily find some info and background history Here.
Beyond just the basic setting and history there, feel free to hit up the chatroom Bomber mentioned above with his link, and we'll be happy to welcome you and answer any questions you have.
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Heya, and welcome. : )
Don't feel you absolutely have to be ahead of the learning curve. We know it's there, and will help you out as much as possible. Take things at your own pace. The rules that actually apply to a starting player are few in number. That number increases as you do things and gain access to stuff, rather than being an all-at-once type of deal. Tackling everything right at the start is just not necessary. :'D
If you have questions, you can visit the chat, post them in the suggestions and question forum, or PM members of the staff. Pick any method you are comfortable with. We will try to help out as best we can. : )
If, for some reason you cannot get to the chat, PM me. We'll fix that in short order.
Don't feel you absolutely have to be ahead of the learning curve. We know it's there, and will help you out as much as possible. Take things at your own pace. The rules that actually apply to a starting player are few in number. That number increases as you do things and gain access to stuff, rather than being an all-at-once type of deal. Tackling everything right at the start is just not necessary. :'D
If you have questions, you can visit the chat, post them in the suggestions and question forum, or PM members of the staff. Pick any method you are comfortable with. We will try to help out as best we can. : )
If, for some reason you cannot get to the chat, PM me. We'll fix that in short order.
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Thankyou for the welcomes, the advice is ressuring. I hope to sit down today at some point when I have more time to look at everything and make some decisions for my first pair, and pick out some finer details for how my first navi will be. I'm guessing I'll only have to worry about setting up my forum signature properly once that's been all intialised and approved.
If I can find the time to do that, hopefully, I'll drop into the chat then and say hello properly, maybe ask some more pointed questions that have been tapping at the edges of my brain.
Hopefully talk to some of you again soon. -Rogan
If I can find the time to do that, hopefully, I'll drop into the chat then and say hello properly, maybe ask some more pointed questions that have been tapping at the edges of my brain.
Hopefully talk to some of you again soon. -Rogan
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As said before, don't feel rushed when making your character, etc. I know how tough it is to try and get involved in a themed RP without being familiar with the base material. The chat is probably the best place to get the information you desire, but check out the Beginner's Guide if you haven't already. I also recommend looking at the Glossary, it has all the acronyms and jargon associated with the RockMan EXE universe.
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Welcome to RE:RN. Please be informed that the chat's general attitude towards... strange conversations is very lax. Feel free to go wild.
Enjoy your stay.
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It's good to see new members pop up more often. I have a question though...
OBEY SHURYOU LOVE SHURYOU OBEY SHURYOU LOVE SHURYOU OBEY SHURYOU LOVE SHURYOU DAMN IT YOU CAN TOTALLY READ THIS, CAN'T YOU?
You mentioned 'a friend I know mentioned this place as something I might like to explore'. To sate my curiosity, can you tell me who this person is?
OBEY SHURYOU LOVE SHURYOU OBEY SHURYOU LOVE SHURYOU OBEY SHURYOU LOVE SHURYOU I AM GOING TO PRETEND YOU CANNOT READ THIS.
Aside from this I hope you can find your place in this RP. The system might be a bit cumbersome at times, but you can always ask anyone. Except me. I'm just a mascot.
OBEY SHURYOU LOVE SHURYOU OBEY SHURYOU LOVE SHURYOU OBEY SHURYOU LOVE SHURYOU DAMN IT YOU CAN TOTALLY READ THIS, CAN'T YOU?
You mentioned 'a friend I know mentioned this place as something I might like to explore'. To sate my curiosity, can you tell me who this person is?
OBEY SHURYOU LOVE SHURYOU OBEY SHURYOU LOVE SHURYOU OBEY SHURYOU LOVE SHURYOU I AM GOING TO PRETEND YOU CANNOT READ THIS.
Aside from this I hope you can find your place in this RP. The system might be a bit cumbersome at times, but you can always ask anyone. Except me. I'm just a mascot.