Here is my guide to beEING GOod at SchoolRP.
[A long and dry guide for Greenies and Intermediates]
This is not a guide on commands. Not a guide on locations.
On how to learn how to set up your phone or Onrain account.
Or good tips like making screenshots of your barrels, chests and inventory regularly.
Or terminology. (OOC means out-of-character, IC means in-character). No, no.
No this is the boring kind of guide, that talks about values.
This guide is on How d0 bE GoOOd at SchoolRP.
Building Trust. Emotional Engagement. Consistency. Reciprocity. Collaboration. And Respect.
Many of the SchoolRP rules you should know, want you to approximate these principals.
Sometimes they are mentioned explicitly. Others are more elusive and implicit.
So I wrote some of them down here.
See... There is no singular path to gEtingk GoOOd!
But we all want to be seen. Valued. And excited to return.
And that works best when players build trust and connection.
I found that consistent and cooperative behavior is KEY to building trust and connection.
This means showing up reliably. This also means engaging with other peoples scenes.
And (very important) treating fellow roleplayers with respect. And use decent language.
Below are a few findings, or maybe principles (and very few practical tips) to help players (greenies and early intermediate players) understand why I think these things matter.
A tiny serious disclaimer:
A lot of these depend on a healthy situation in-real-life. IRL issues of any kind easily spill into RP. This is not meant to scold you for not living up to your RP potential.
Sometimes the deck is stacked against us. And when IRL complexities knock, you best close that window and open the door. IRL has priority.
You can't win at SchoolRP when your house is burning. (No arson jokes here, I need to restrain myself.)
Escapism is great for coping short-term, but is problematic long-term. Please take care of yourself.
Build Trust with Consistency & Reliability
Trust is earned when your actions match your words. This is true for your IC character but also for your OOC online player reputation. This means follow through on your promises and be where others expect you. Consistency reassures people that they can depend on you.
Be reliable. If you say your character will attend a club meeting or finish a task, do it. Showing up on time to events or replying to roleplay messages lets others rely on you.
Keep your word. If your character promises something (and they are a trustworthy charatcer), follow through. Aligning actions with commitments builds long-term roleplay relationships and security that others appreciate. Promising to help and delivering on that promise builds your reputation and general trust. Canceling without notice breaks it.
Be honest and transparent. Don’t lie or mislead OOCly. You can lie ICly of course, if your character is a sneaky little frumpkin. (But please! Communicate that OOCly too.) If you’re offline or can’t RP as planned, try to let other people know (via Discord DM or others channels, whatever is reasonably within your reach). Communicating any skips/delays/changes shows respect towards the other party and maintains trust. We always want to make sure that we value the other persons time.
Exceptions: Of course, real life is messy. You absolutely don't need to be perfect. But you can try your best. And of course, your characters can grow or change, but avoid sudden, completely unexplained shifts in behavior or ad hoc after-the-fact explanations. If your character MUSt break a promise or commitment (for story reasons or for OOC reasons), try to give a heads-up. That's all. Rapid flips can confuse others and diminish OOC trust too. It's generally a good idea to communicate.
Show Emotional Presence & Engagement
Emotional availability means your character reacts to what happens around them. Engaging emotionally makes scenes feel real and signals you care about others’ roleplay.
Express feelings in-character. Use your /me and /my commands, use your chat tone to show how your character feels. Most people have issues with interpeting text. It's a sad truth. That doens't mean you can't be more indirect with people who you know. But with the common players, be direct in how your character reacts emotionally. If something exciting happens in the eyes of your character, have your character cheer. If something genuinly sad happens in the eyes of your character, show concern. What I learned from Improv experts is that... if your character feels and cares, it’s likely that the audience will too. And here, every other player is your audience.
Active listening. Read others messages carefully and reply thoughtfully. Don’t just say "OKAY" and leave. Or gloss it over. Don't just ignore details. You can do better. (Unless your character is a bratty snazz, but I can't help you with that.) Reference what they said. Say, “Hey! I’m so proud of you for winning that Fight Club deathmatch. I'm glad you're not smashed to bits. Huzza!!”. This shows you’re paying attention. Again, good improv practice is to listen intently, so you can build on others ideas and input.
Show Empathy. Try to understand the other characters perspective. If a classmate from your college lecture is upset ICly, respond with kindness or support (If your character likes them of course). If they celebrate an achievement you should share their excitement. This kind of caring reaction deepens your bonds. (Unless you are a big frowning frumpkin or a lone wulf type or a school delinquent or a 2021 sports team player. Again, that makes it a little harder to make meaningful connections. It's a tough path, just a heads up!)
Encourage creativity. Respond positively to unusual or even cringe ideas. Even if someones storyline surprises you, it's a good idea to ask meaningful questions and validate it and (if possible) add on top of it. For instance, if a friends character reveals a family secret or Spartan-College gossip, don’t shut them down or gloss over it. Continue the scene. That's called YES, AND . . . and that shows a mindset that building on each others ideas keeps the story moving.
Exceptions: OF COURSE, not every scene needs high drama or be entirely emotional. A lot of characters are more muted. Reserved. Respect that style. It's also completely valid. And be wary of... BLEED. (Bleed is a roleplay term that describes emotions spilling in and out of characters and players during intense moments.) Keep your real-life emotions in check. Don’t let OOC frustration spoil an interesting scene and vice-versa. If something gets too intense for you or someone else, check in privately (via DM or /looc) and adjust. Or let them know that you are currently too stressed out to continue the scene and ask for a skipRP or a quick way for your character to exit it.
Maintain Consistency & Long-Term Presence
Good roleplayers think long-term. Consistency over time builds a solid reputation.
This means keeping your characters personality and schedule fairly steady, so others know what to expect.
Regular involvement. Try to attend recurring events or maintain routines. If your character goes to club or faction meetings on most friday mornings, show up most friday mornings. This reliability makes your presence predictable and trustworthy. Listen into your designated group channels and chats. Check up on your regular contacts.
Stable character traits. Stay true to your character’s defined traits, like their background, their goals, their attitudes. (Yes, being a Greenie is a time of evolving character concepts.) But if you want to be fun to play with, your fun-loving character shouldn’t abruptly become a serious delinquent over night without explanation. Gradual development and showing how and why they changed preserves immersion. It is less confusing. And it allows for others to adapt and react to these changes.
Communication on breaks. If you need a break or go on vacation, or work for exams IRL, etc., give notice. Fill out your Inactivity notifications, tell relevant group or faction leaders. Other players appreciate knowing you’re returning later. It’s more trustworthy than disappearing suddenly and not showing up for a long time without prior explanation.
Long-term story planning. If you apply to a role and promise to play that role, like a club member, a team member, a gang family member, stick it out if you can. Dropping roles last-minute or mid-scenario can disrupt other peoples plots or their own character arcs. If change is needed, please coordinate with those involved OOCly. It's no biggie.
Exceptions: Real life can intervene. As always! Uncertainties spill into the RP. When necessary, you might retire a character, or advance characters (with time skips). If you can’t log in for a while, you might have your character say they’re out of town / off the island, so it’s clear they might return eventually. Sometimes, you want to quit the server all-together. Maybe just take a break first. Let your feelings settle. And make that decision when you're firm and certain.
Exchange Gestures & Reciprocity
Small favors and gifts go a long way in building goodwill. That's true for OOC and IC relationships. This shows you value the relationship.
Offer help. If you mastered an aspect of the server, tutor someone in a subject that your character is good at. Like Karakura History Lore. Or how to make money FAST with auction house reselling. Or share notes on sewer map locations. Even gestures like buying two items at an event stall gives you the option to say “I saved you a cool Vampire Chalice from that Goth Ball event!”. When you help someone, it shows your appreciation. And we all want to be appreciated.
Give meaningful tokens. Handing out an in-game item / customs (like a bouquet of flowers to cheer someone up, or hand out some of those double-choc baked cookies, a book they wanted or a poem that you wrote yourself) acts as a token of friendship.
Verbal appreciation. Simply saying “Thank you for reminding me that I wanted to get a Botsudan Shrine from the Monastery shop” or complimenting a job well done, like “You did great on stage tonight! I'm sure HoneyCorp. will extend a contract for another performance soon!” gives positive feelings. Recognition is a free gift that still counts. "You won third place in the cake eating contest? How many cakes? 64??!"
Reciprocate graciously. If someone helps you, find a way to return it. You don’t have to keep score, but mutual support is quite important. If a mate saves you from a prank, you might stick up for them later. If faculty comes running and wants to send you both to detention, maybe cover for them. Reciprocity cements the give-and-take that trust is built on.
Exceptions: Not every gesture needs a payback. Sometimes people are just being kind or just love gifting things. Also, avoid forcing gifts. It should feel natural. A thoughtful note or joke can be as effective as a giften custom item. Also, never feel pressured to reciprocate with IRL money. Don't gift ranks or custom vehicles just because someone helped you with an ICly task. (Unless you are an adult with a BIG hobby budget, like myself, I exempt myself here. Cough.)
Collaborate with Storytelling
Roleplay is collaborative storytelling. Basic RP 101.
Accept and add. When someone offers a scene or idea, like ... "my character lives in your locker", go along with it rather than negating it. You might respond with “Yes, and it’s full of snail shells, too! And my big pet snail 'Salty', too.” to add on top of it. This keeps stories moving forward.
Pace action. In conflicts, fights, or dramatic scenes, avoid the temptation to immediately win or end it. Generally, avoid powergaming. If you must, /roll 150. (read the rules on conflict carefully before you roll) Then again, attempt actions and let others respond. Say /me tries to push the door open instead of declaring /me rips the door off its hinges and escapes. This gives others a chance to react. To make the situation more interactive and collaborative. Generally, there are great guides on action scenes here. Look them up.
Use narrative flow. If you eventually turn into an advanced member of the community, with some rp experience under your belt, think of scenes as parts of a bigger story arc. A common improvisation story spine goes like "Once upon a time… But one day… Because of that… Until finally…". While you don’t need to narrate it, keep cause-and-effect in mind. Action and reaction. Things go up and they come down. If your character causes a problem, follow through on its consequences. If someone else stabs your character in the foot, maybe loose a toe. Or hold a grudge. Or go and tell Karakura Police Department (good luck). Don't let things simply happen and nothing changes. And if its just a little Onrain post.
Alternate spotlight. Don’t dominate if it's not just about you. (A good exception is a live performance on stage. Of course it is all about you then.) Generally, let others lead scenes and follow them at other times. If a friend’s character is shy, maybe your character takes more initiative. Later, step back when they’re in focus. Sometimes it's tempting to step into the middle of a scene and suck up all the attention. But not everyone appreciates that. Look for social cues or if you are unsure or can't read the room, just ask LOOCly (local oocly, with the /looc command) if your character is welcome in this scene.
Exceptions: When a scene requires more coordination, you may briefly suspend the usual flow. Halt the scene. Start talking LOOCly. Don't let accusations of stalling unsettle you. Use clear communication and ask clear questions to settle possible disputes or uncertainties. Also, not every little thing needs to be part of a characters arc. Sometimes, a sandwich is just a sandwich. An afternoon as a cashier at a shop is just that. A job. That's okay too.
Respect Boundaries & Communicate
Finally, always be mindful of players comfort and server rules. (We all slip up. Just give your best. Read the rules.) Good roleplayers create a safe and welcoming atmosphere.
Follow server rules. Respect SchoolRPs rules (like no explicit content, no harassment, etc. etc. etc.) because this is the basic trust framework of the community.
Personal boundaries. If a roleplay topic like romance, trauma, etc. is sensitive, check with others first. Communicate in OOC chat to signal changes or an intense upcoming development. (If foreseeable. Some developments happen in the moment. Then again, everyone is allowed to take a quick OOC break and ask for 3 minutes to respond.)
No metagaming. One of the BASICS. Don’t use knowledge your character wouldn’t have. (Unless you have a very good reason or talked with the source of the information about it.) Instead of knowing a secret from Discord, have your character learn it in-character ("find out icly" is the best case) (ask questions, eavesdrop, etc.). This keeps interactions fair and believable. And does not compromise immersion. (immersion is when you temporarily forget, you just play pretend and just enjoy the experience.)
Be inclusive. Other Greenies may be shy. Or act goofy. Invite them into your scenes. Teach gently. I know it's not easy. I know. (I know. It's okay. Shhh...)
Handle conflicts kindly. If disagreements happen (ICly or OOCly), stay calm. Make clear that IC and OOC are separate dimensions. Discuss outside of roleplay or (in severe cases) ask a moderator to help mediate. (/help command) Avoid (if possible) OOC drama that spills into everyones enjoyment. This generally helps with roleplay experiences across the board.
Exceptions: IC-rivalries/Opps or secrets are okay. But please ensure everyone still follows the above and don’t reveal a secret that ruins someones game without warning. When in doubt, ask OOCly. Most players appreciate that!
So, by communicating honestly and openly, by acting reliably, by embracing other people and their ideas, you can become appreciated and find cool rp friends here! Trust and collaboration generally lead to richer stories. When everyone feels safe and involved, we can all enjoy the fun without reservations. It unfolds naturally. Keep these things in mind and you’ll help make this place a welcoming, exciting place for fellow greenies and more experienced players alike.
[A long and dry guide for Greenies and Intermediates]
This is not a guide on commands. Not a guide on locations.
On how to learn how to set up your phone or Onrain account.
Or good tips like making screenshots of your barrels, chests and inventory regularly.
Or terminology. (OOC means out-of-character, IC means in-character). No, no.
No this is the boring kind of guide, that talks about values.
This guide is on How d0 bE GoOOd at SchoolRP.
Building Trust. Emotional Engagement. Consistency. Reciprocity. Collaboration. And Respect.
Many of the SchoolRP rules you should know, want you to approximate these principals.
Sometimes they are mentioned explicitly. Others are more elusive and implicit.
So I wrote some of them down here.
See... There is no singular path to gEtingk GoOOd!
But we all want to be seen. Valued. And excited to return.
And that works best when players build trust and connection.
I found that consistent and cooperative behavior is KEY to building trust and connection.
This means showing up reliably. This also means engaging with other peoples scenes.
And (very important) treating fellow roleplayers with respect. And use decent language.
Below are a few findings, or maybe principles (and very few practical tips) to help players (greenies and early intermediate players) understand why I think these things matter.
A tiny serious disclaimer:
A lot of these depend on a healthy situation in-real-life. IRL issues of any kind easily spill into RP. This is not meant to scold you for not living up to your RP potential.
Sometimes the deck is stacked against us. And when IRL complexities knock, you best close that window and open the door. IRL has priority.
You can't win at SchoolRP when your house is burning. (No arson jokes here, I need to restrain myself.)
Escapism is great for coping short-term, but is problematic long-term. Please take care of yourself.
Build Trust with Consistency & Reliability
Trust is earned when your actions match your words. This is true for your IC character but also for your OOC online player reputation. This means follow through on your promises and be where others expect you. Consistency reassures people that they can depend on you.
Be reliable. If you say your character will attend a club meeting or finish a task, do it. Showing up on time to events or replying to roleplay messages lets others rely on you.
Keep your word. If your character promises something (and they are a trustworthy charatcer), follow through. Aligning actions with commitments builds long-term roleplay relationships and security that others appreciate. Promising to help and delivering on that promise builds your reputation and general trust. Canceling without notice breaks it.
Be honest and transparent. Don’t lie or mislead OOCly. You can lie ICly of course, if your character is a sneaky little frumpkin. (But please! Communicate that OOCly too.) If you’re offline or can’t RP as planned, try to let other people know (via Discord DM or others channels, whatever is reasonably within your reach). Communicating any skips/delays/changes shows respect towards the other party and maintains trust. We always want to make sure that we value the other persons time.
Exceptions: Of course, real life is messy. You absolutely don't need to be perfect. But you can try your best. And of course, your characters can grow or change, but avoid sudden, completely unexplained shifts in behavior or ad hoc after-the-fact explanations. If your character MUSt break a promise or commitment (for story reasons or for OOC reasons), try to give a heads-up. That's all. Rapid flips can confuse others and diminish OOC trust too. It's generally a good idea to communicate.
Show Emotional Presence & Engagement
Emotional availability means your character reacts to what happens around them. Engaging emotionally makes scenes feel real and signals you care about others’ roleplay.
Express feelings in-character. Use your /me and /my commands, use your chat tone to show how your character feels. Most people have issues with interpeting text. It's a sad truth. That doens't mean you can't be more indirect with people who you know. But with the common players, be direct in how your character reacts emotionally. If something exciting happens in the eyes of your character, have your character cheer. If something genuinly sad happens in the eyes of your character, show concern. What I learned from Improv experts is that... if your character feels and cares, it’s likely that the audience will too. And here, every other player is your audience.
Active listening. Read others messages carefully and reply thoughtfully. Don’t just say "OKAY" and leave. Or gloss it over. Don't just ignore details. You can do better. (Unless your character is a bratty snazz, but I can't help you with that.) Reference what they said. Say, “Hey! I’m so proud of you for winning that Fight Club deathmatch. I'm glad you're not smashed to bits. Huzza!!”. This shows you’re paying attention. Again, good improv practice is to listen intently, so you can build on others ideas and input.
Show Empathy. Try to understand the other characters perspective. If a classmate from your college lecture is upset ICly, respond with kindness or support (If your character likes them of course). If they celebrate an achievement you should share their excitement. This kind of caring reaction deepens your bonds. (Unless you are a big frowning frumpkin or a lone wulf type or a school delinquent or a 2021 sports team player. Again, that makes it a little harder to make meaningful connections. It's a tough path, just a heads up!)
Encourage creativity. Respond positively to unusual or even cringe ideas. Even if someones storyline surprises you, it's a good idea to ask meaningful questions and validate it and (if possible) add on top of it. For instance, if a friends character reveals a family secret or Spartan-College gossip, don’t shut them down or gloss over it. Continue the scene. That's called YES, AND . . . and that shows a mindset that building on each others ideas keeps the story moving.
Exceptions: OF COURSE, not every scene needs high drama or be entirely emotional. A lot of characters are more muted. Reserved. Respect that style. It's also completely valid. And be wary of... BLEED. (Bleed is a roleplay term that describes emotions spilling in and out of characters and players during intense moments.) Keep your real-life emotions in check. Don’t let OOC frustration spoil an interesting scene and vice-versa. If something gets too intense for you or someone else, check in privately (via DM or /looc) and adjust. Or let them know that you are currently too stressed out to continue the scene and ask for a skipRP or a quick way for your character to exit it.
Maintain Consistency & Long-Term Presence
Good roleplayers think long-term. Consistency over time builds a solid reputation.
This means keeping your characters personality and schedule fairly steady, so others know what to expect.
Regular involvement. Try to attend recurring events or maintain routines. If your character goes to club or faction meetings on most friday mornings, show up most friday mornings. This reliability makes your presence predictable and trustworthy. Listen into your designated group channels and chats. Check up on your regular contacts.
Stable character traits. Stay true to your character’s defined traits, like their background, their goals, their attitudes. (Yes, being a Greenie is a time of evolving character concepts.) But if you want to be fun to play with, your fun-loving character shouldn’t abruptly become a serious delinquent over night without explanation. Gradual development and showing how and why they changed preserves immersion. It is less confusing. And it allows for others to adapt and react to these changes.
Communication on breaks. If you need a break or go on vacation, or work for exams IRL, etc., give notice. Fill out your Inactivity notifications, tell relevant group or faction leaders. Other players appreciate knowing you’re returning later. It’s more trustworthy than disappearing suddenly and not showing up for a long time without prior explanation.
Long-term story planning. If you apply to a role and promise to play that role, like a club member, a team member, a gang family member, stick it out if you can. Dropping roles last-minute or mid-scenario can disrupt other peoples plots or their own character arcs. If change is needed, please coordinate with those involved OOCly. It's no biggie.
Exceptions: Real life can intervene. As always! Uncertainties spill into the RP. When necessary, you might retire a character, or advance characters (with time skips). If you can’t log in for a while, you might have your character say they’re out of town / off the island, so it’s clear they might return eventually. Sometimes, you want to quit the server all-together. Maybe just take a break first. Let your feelings settle. And make that decision when you're firm and certain.
Exchange Gestures & Reciprocity
Small favors and gifts go a long way in building goodwill. That's true for OOC and IC relationships. This shows you value the relationship.
Offer help. If you mastered an aspect of the server, tutor someone in a subject that your character is good at. Like Karakura History Lore. Or how to make money FAST with auction house reselling. Or share notes on sewer map locations. Even gestures like buying two items at an event stall gives you the option to say “I saved you a cool Vampire Chalice from that Goth Ball event!”. When you help someone, it shows your appreciation. And we all want to be appreciated.
Give meaningful tokens. Handing out an in-game item / customs (like a bouquet of flowers to cheer someone up, or hand out some of those double-choc baked cookies, a book they wanted or a poem that you wrote yourself) acts as a token of friendship.
Verbal appreciation. Simply saying “Thank you for reminding me that I wanted to get a Botsudan Shrine from the Monastery shop” or complimenting a job well done, like “You did great on stage tonight! I'm sure HoneyCorp. will extend a contract for another performance soon!” gives positive feelings. Recognition is a free gift that still counts. "You won third place in the cake eating contest? How many cakes? 64??!"
Reciprocate graciously. If someone helps you, find a way to return it. You don’t have to keep score, but mutual support is quite important. If a mate saves you from a prank, you might stick up for them later. If faculty comes running and wants to send you both to detention, maybe cover for them. Reciprocity cements the give-and-take that trust is built on.
Exceptions: Not every gesture needs a payback. Sometimes people are just being kind or just love gifting things. Also, avoid forcing gifts. It should feel natural. A thoughtful note or joke can be as effective as a giften custom item. Also, never feel pressured to reciprocate with IRL money. Don't gift ranks or custom vehicles just because someone helped you with an ICly task. (Unless you are an adult with a BIG hobby budget, like myself, I exempt myself here. Cough.)
Collaborate with Storytelling
Roleplay is collaborative storytelling. Basic RP 101.
Accept and add. When someone offers a scene or idea, like ... "my character lives in your locker", go along with it rather than negating it. You might respond with “Yes, and it’s full of snail shells, too! And my big pet snail 'Salty', too.” to add on top of it. This keeps stories moving forward.
Pace action. In conflicts, fights, or dramatic scenes, avoid the temptation to immediately win or end it. Generally, avoid powergaming. If you must, /roll 150. (read the rules on conflict carefully before you roll) Then again, attempt actions and let others respond. Say /me tries to push the door open instead of declaring /me rips the door off its hinges and escapes. This gives others a chance to react. To make the situation more interactive and collaborative. Generally, there are great guides on action scenes here. Look them up.
Use narrative flow. If you eventually turn into an advanced member of the community, with some rp experience under your belt, think of scenes as parts of a bigger story arc. A common improvisation story spine goes like "Once upon a time… But one day… Because of that… Until finally…". While you don’t need to narrate it, keep cause-and-effect in mind. Action and reaction. Things go up and they come down. If your character causes a problem, follow through on its consequences. If someone else stabs your character in the foot, maybe loose a toe. Or hold a grudge. Or go and tell Karakura Police Department (good luck). Don't let things simply happen and nothing changes. And if its just a little Onrain post.
Alternate spotlight. Don’t dominate if it's not just about you. (A good exception is a live performance on stage. Of course it is all about you then.) Generally, let others lead scenes and follow them at other times. If a friend’s character is shy, maybe your character takes more initiative. Later, step back when they’re in focus. Sometimes it's tempting to step into the middle of a scene and suck up all the attention. But not everyone appreciates that. Look for social cues or if you are unsure or can't read the room, just ask LOOCly (local oocly, with the /looc command) if your character is welcome in this scene.
Exceptions: When a scene requires more coordination, you may briefly suspend the usual flow. Halt the scene. Start talking LOOCly. Don't let accusations of stalling unsettle you. Use clear communication and ask clear questions to settle possible disputes or uncertainties. Also, not every little thing needs to be part of a characters arc. Sometimes, a sandwich is just a sandwich. An afternoon as a cashier at a shop is just that. A job. That's okay too.
Respect Boundaries & Communicate
Finally, always be mindful of players comfort and server rules. (We all slip up. Just give your best. Read the rules.) Good roleplayers create a safe and welcoming atmosphere.
Follow server rules. Respect SchoolRPs rules (like no explicit content, no harassment, etc. etc. etc.) because this is the basic trust framework of the community.
Personal boundaries. If a roleplay topic like romance, trauma, etc. is sensitive, check with others first. Communicate in OOC chat to signal changes or an intense upcoming development. (If foreseeable. Some developments happen in the moment. Then again, everyone is allowed to take a quick OOC break and ask for 3 minutes to respond.)
No metagaming. One of the BASICS. Don’t use knowledge your character wouldn’t have. (Unless you have a very good reason or talked with the source of the information about it.) Instead of knowing a secret from Discord, have your character learn it in-character ("find out icly" is the best case) (ask questions, eavesdrop, etc.). This keeps interactions fair and believable. And does not compromise immersion. (immersion is when you temporarily forget, you just play pretend and just enjoy the experience.)
Be inclusive. Other Greenies may be shy. Or act goofy. Invite them into your scenes. Teach gently. I know it's not easy. I know. (I know. It's okay. Shhh...)
Handle conflicts kindly. If disagreements happen (ICly or OOCly), stay calm. Make clear that IC and OOC are separate dimensions. Discuss outside of roleplay or (in severe cases) ask a moderator to help mediate. (/help command) Avoid (if possible) OOC drama that spills into everyones enjoyment. This generally helps with roleplay experiences across the board.
Exceptions: IC-rivalries/Opps or secrets are okay. But please ensure everyone still follows the above and don’t reveal a secret that ruins someones game without warning. When in doubt, ask OOCly. Most players appreciate that!
So, by communicating honestly and openly, by acting reliably, by embracing other people and their ideas, you can become appreciated and find cool rp friends here! Trust and collaboration generally lead to richer stories. When everyone feels safe and involved, we can all enjoy the fun without reservations. It unfolds naturally. Keep these things in mind and you’ll help make this place a welcoming, exciting place for fellow greenies and more experienced players alike.
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