Post by WHISKEY on Jan 19, 2012 16:24:19 GMT -5
The Newbie Guide
In order to try to make it as easy as possible for people to explore the game and get involved in it, this guide has been put together to explain the basics of joining SCRIPTOR BAY. The steps of this guide are set up in an order that will hopefully start by familiarizing you with the game and end with leading you through the application process. Feel free to skip around as you see fit, but try to hit every step so you don't miss any important information.
The Rules and Questions
Click HERE to see our list of rules. Post questions in the Cbox or HERE if you can't seem to find the answers you need at this point.
Registration
Once you have a basic idea for a character, at least, register an account with the first and last name of that character WITHOUT SPACES (After registration go to your profile and change the display name to ALL CAPS and SPACED). Before you start working on an application, you may want to check the APPROVED CHARACTERS forum to see what current players have come up with and how they've addressed their applications.
The Application Process
Check out the application template and start filling it out. Once the application's done and posted in the [PENDING APPLICATION FORUM] forum (with your character's name as the thread title), wait for your application to be reviewed. Please don't post in any IC forums until your character has been approved. If you choose to utilize a play-by (PB), please check the listing of Face Claims so you don't duplicate a PB. If you need help choosing a PB check here for a list of male and female celebrities. Once your application has been approved and moved to the Character Archives forum, you're ready to play!
Getting Started
If you don't already have threading or plotting opportunities lined up, posting a thread in the requests forum with some brainstorming ideas may be a good way to introduce people to your character and get started. Posting an open thread may be a good option, too. Feel free to PM individual players if you spot a specific character you would like to thread with.
EDIT: Please make sure to check the announcements section for any updates on the board!
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