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- Join -
**Ok, ready to join? Just go over the checklist below before you go any further, and if you missed anything make sure you go back and read it before going on.**
Joining Process
Once you've done all that, you can pat yourself on the back for such good work and making it this far. Now you can send in character applications. Don't rush this, really spend some time on it. While you don't have to wait for your first character to be accepted before you send in an app for your second, it is a good idea to put some time between the two so they get equal amounts of attention. The mods look not only at the stats and idea of the character, but also the thought and creativity behind making it. I suggest filling it out in a text program and checking spelling and whatnot before sending it in. Sadly, we take characters seriously and it takes some effort to get one into Nor. It makes the game much more worthwhile.
After the character sheet is filled out, private message it to Hawke (me). Don't post it, don't email it. You can make a post stating that you've sent in an application though, just in case it didn't go through, or I'm playing around in guest mode or as the World of Nor. I'll keep an eye out for it that way. And after that, just sit back and wait. I don't know how long it will take to process the applications, but I will send a note either way. If it's not accepted I will message you and explain why. You can always re-submit a character with or without corrections/changes depending on the reason it was rejected. If it is accepted, I will message you back and type up some important information on your character. This confirmation letter will include any special known information, powers/abilities, wealth, status, possessions, review of recent history, where to start, reminders, etc. Once you receive and read this letter, you can start playing whenever you want.
What you write in your character application is for mod eyes only, meaning we will be the only ones to see what you type so go ahead and explain all those weaknesses and dark secrets about your char. What others will read in the Character Introduction will be something different entirely.
- Reminders -
Double check your etiquette if you want to create a new thread!
Post in guest mode, using your char name!
Things are changing all the time. Don't forget about all the announcement and news boards for things in and out of game.
Keep in contact with us OOC. Don't get involved in a big story and then disappear without notice. We like you, we want to keep in touch.
Be creative! Don't let all these rules and warnings scare you. Think alot and stretch your wings in a new direction. Be the first to do something
Don't get discouraged. Complain, ask questions, make suggestions, talk to us!
There are tips located throughout the character application that may help answer questions before you ask them. Look for these.
Don't go travelling around right away unless you have a good reason. Spend some time in your city
If you're a Drakhain dragon, make sure you establish some kind of contact with your kind.
If you're a Drayarah dragon, don't go crazy. We don't want to have to kill you...right away. 
If you're mortal, start learning.
You can supply your own character pic(s), but link to them with URLs. Don't imbed them!
**NOTE** For an entertaining example of how NOT to fill out a char sheet, check out this post.
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Hawke
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« Reply #1 on Apr 11, 2005, 1:11pm » | |
- Mortal Character Application -
Name/Alias/Etc: (Cannot be the same as your user name. Please don't forget a last name!It happens all the time...)
Race: (Humans preferred)
Gender:
Age:
Ht/Wt:
Concept: (Sum up the concept of your character in any way you'd like. There is no wrong way to fill this in)
Class: (You can be creative here. No wrong way to fill this in)
Hometown:
Faith:
Description:
Personality:
History:
Strengths/Abilities:
Weaknesses/Flaws:
Name one each of the following
What does he/she seek?
What does he/she love?
What does he/she fear?
What does he/she believe is "true"?
What city/area would you like your character to start in?
Would you mind a thread full of mod-run characters, or would you really only prefer a thread with other player-characters? This may affect what city your character starts in.
What kind of scenes or gameplay are you looking forward to the most with this character?
- Draconic Character Application -
You're very much welcome to make a dragon character, but some of the information on dragons isn't up yet. So, just ask me questions, or wing it and wait for me to say if something's wrong with the sheet. 
Name/Alias/Etc: (Cannot be the same as your user name. Don't forget to include and human-form alias names)
Clan:
Gender:
Age (relative): (Recommended that your char be born in the Time of Law, which is the present age)
Concept: (Sum up the concept of your character in any way you'd like. No wrong way to fill this in)
Faith: (Must be in relation to Fate. You can also list faiths that your human-form may pose to worship)
Personality:
History:
Strengths/Abilities:
Weaknesses/Flaws:
Mortal Description (masked):
Mortal Description (unmasked):
Half-Form Description: (Don't forget flaws)
True-Form Description:
Name one each of the following
What does he/she seek?
What does he/she love?
What does he/she fear?
What does he/she believe is "true"?
Using twenty points, destribute where your char would spend the most time and effort in.
Elemental magic (the one element of your clan)
Fate-sensing
Thrall influence (the one thrall of your clan)
Kin magic (sensing, mental communication, etc)
Self magic (shifting, mask, etc)
Physical fighting in a certain form (specify which form)
Study and knowledge
What city/area would you like your character to start in?
Would you mind a thread full of mod-run characters, or would you really only prefer a thread with other player-characters? This may affect what city your character starts in.
What kind of scenes or gameplay are you looking forward to the most?
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« Reply #2 on Apr 13, 2005, 2:57pm » | |
- Example Sheet -
I thought that maybe seeing a character sheet filled out would help those who are totally lost. Now, this isn't the "right way" to fill out a sheet. This is just one of the ways possible. You can get really creative with these, so take this just a loose example. There's no limit to length or style or anything, as long as I get this information in the way you want to portray it! So have fun!
The character I'm typing up is the current queen of the dragons, so she's the most widely known character to other dragons. Figured she'd make a good guinea pig.
**NOTE** For an entertaining example of how NOT to fill out a char sheet, check out this post.
Name/Alias/Etc: Illihanhara
Clan: Khedenet
Gender: Female
Age (relative): Ancient (maturity) - Ancient (age)
Concept: Sabiah Kheden - Queen of Dragonkind
Faith: Behramahrk - Undyingly devoted
Personality: In the court she shadows even other khedenet with her impressive presence. Composed and noble, she extends the power of her grace to overwhelm the senses of those she attends with. When she speaks and acts on behalf of her court, none can ignore her aura of unfailing strength. In the softer light of personal meetings, her playful side glows nearly as bright. Sparkling and smiling and a little bit vain, her genuiness is magnetic. In the shadows of privacy she can worry, and only there will she show weakness. She hates to be sad, and hates to see the pain in others. Though she loves to stand in the spotlight of what she considers a great and glorious family, there are times when she can do nothing but retreat to quiet solitude and seek comfort. And now, as she ages, a gnawing sense of lonliness has begun to seep into her bones. Watching the ages pass, evil grow, and friends fade away has begun to take it's toll...though her worst nightmare is letting this fact show.
History:
As daughter to the first and only line of royal dragons, she was raised under only the most scrupulous care. Since hatchlinghood she has extended herself to every task, delighting in the success and favor from her family. Her radiant personality made her famous quite quickly, and she strived to ever-dazzle those who were carefully watching her steps. Maturity came slowly at first, as her life within the luxurious First Age was more than easy. Being the younger daughter of the second great queen of dragonkind allowed her to indulge in both the grandure or royal life, and the easiness of being second-in-line for the throne.
The terrible First War, which shook the very foundation of Nor, took her mother's life and threw her sister into the throne under horrific circumstances. She eventually found her sister and lived with her in their tower-palace home in human guises until the War of Awakening. As Drakhainic history states, her sister sacrificed herself for the freedom of their kind, and Illihanhara took the throne in the midst of her mourning.
Since then, Illihanara has done everything within her power to live up to the sacred names of her mother and sister. She has vowed to impact Drakhainic history somehow as greatly as her family has, and be named one of the greatest rulers of the Drakhain.
Strengths/Abilities:
Overflowing with charisma, it is obviously Illihanhara's strongest feature. Also is blessed with the strong connection with Fate that her family is famous for.
Weaknesses/Flaws:
Doesn't take ridicule or disapproval very well. Can tend to retreat to solitude when she feels that she is failing at something, instead of standing tall and seeing who she can help at that time.
Character Picture
Don't mind this picture please...it's really old. 
Mortal Description (masked): A softer form of herself, a little more humble, with piercing blue eyes. She likes to keep her hair white and skin tan, because every girl needs to be a little bit vain. Where many Khedenet chose modest or thorough masks, she likes to still lean on the grander side of things. Strikingly beautiful and full of grace, she doesn't hide her glory. In more detail, she has long waves of ivory white hair, a face with beautiful angels and a curving smile. Her skin is a deep and warm tan, vividly setting off her icy blue eyes. She loves the eleborate garments she has access to, and indulges in pretty things on occasion. She stands about 5'9" with a healthy feminine build.
Mortal Description (unmasked): Being an ancient, she is blessed with an unflawed form. The only difference noticeable when her mask is dropped, are the arresting eyes of every Khedenet: full of bright shifting colors. Her aura grows and her face somehow becomes more angelic, however intimidating. Her sharp teeth are small and perfect.
Half-Form Description: Typical half-form shape, with ivory scales reaching to her elbows and knees, wing scales spreading down to mid-back from the back of her shoulders, and tail scales reaching only to the base of her spine. Two short horns sprout back from the outside corners of her brow, smooth and ivory. Canines grow slightly. Talons and claws remain fairly hand and foot-like. Her height grows to about 6'.
True-Form Description: Her form is grand and sleek, considered to be the perfect example of what a Khedenet should be. Scales are a pure ivory, extremely shiny with a rosy hue in shadow. She has one pare of smooth horns swept back over the curve of her neck, head always held high. Feather-scales line her arms and tail, a mix of light blue and rose tipped accents. Her great wings are pute white. Her noble blood shows itself in her graceful balanced stance; she is a polished reflection of her ancestors. Her skull is well-formed and balanced, without an excess of spikes, thick scales, or dragonfur.
What does she seek? To prove herself worthy to her people, ancestors, and Fate. She seeks respect and success.
What does she love? Seeing the souls of both dragons and mortals alike. When she sees them discover what she calls their "true selves", it brings her a greater joy than anything else. She loves the feeling of triumph over her obstacles.
What does she fear? Shaming herself. She knows how many look to her for example and guidance and she fears what would happen if she should fail them in any way. She fears disgrace and ultimate failure.
What does she believe is "true"? She belives there is a truth to each person's soul, and that is what each being is meant to discover in his/her lifetime. She believes this is Fate's truth. She believes in Fate.
Elemental magic 3
Fate-sensing 5
Thrall influence 4
Kin magic 2
Self magic 2
Physical fighting in a certain form 1
Study and knowledge 3
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