Maddi's Application

[Kalaeni 0]

Out-Of-Character

Minecraft Account Name:

MaddiLouise

How old are you?:

16

Time-Zone/Country of Residence:

GMT+10/Australia

Do you have a good grip on the English language/good grammar?:

It is my first language, so I should hope so.

Small 2-3 Sentence Description of yourself:

I am currently a year 11 student at school (Junior in America) I love sports and cats :3

How much time could you be on the server weekly?:

Depends on school and work, I sometimes 'forget' minecraft for a week at a time, when real life takes priority.

What do you know about Roleplaying? Give a definition of what it means to you:

When roleplaying one takes on a character, and is devoted to remaining in character and playing out the game through said character. Roleplaying requires that you completely block out everything apart from the relevant world, it requires that you fully take on your role, and remain in character. In a way it's like acting, but through words.

What experience have you had in Roleplaying, if any?:

I do not have much experience roleplaying myself, but I follow a lot of roleplaying blogs, and I enjoy participating when I get the chance. I consider roleplaying to be similar to acting, but instead of using your body you use words. I have been acting since I was very young, and I love writing, which I hope will help me whilst roleplaying.

In your own Words, define what the act of Meta-Gaming is:

Metagaming is using resources outside of the game or setting within the game. This includes using someones username as opposed to their character name etc.

In your own Words, define what the act of Power-Gaming is:

Powergaming can take many forms, such as helping a low level character reach higher levels through supported game play. It may also include playing specifically for high-powered items in the game, ignoring the game's storyline and playing merely for materialistic reasons.

What do you expect this server will be like?:

From the videos I've watched on youtube and what I've heard from current players - amazing.

What other server(s) have you played on and why did you leave them?:

MassiveCraft - community was boring and the server had little storyline/lore.

ChickenGod - server went permanently offline.

Have you read, understood, and agreed to the rules?:

I have indeed ^_^

Do you promise to abide by said rules, and laws? This includes the Server, Forum, and Teamspeak set Rules:

Of course.

How did you hear about us?:

Youtube and friends :3

Have you previously made an Application? If so could you link us to your last Application?:

I have not.

In-Character:

Character Name:

Kalaeni

What Race are you?:

Elf

What Sub-Race are you? (note, you aren’t required to have a sub-race):

Half Wood Elf, half High Elf

Biography:

Kalaeni is a small elf, born the bastard-child of a High Elf and Wood Elf, Kalaeni was abandoned from the day she learned to walk. She is unaware of her age, but she is still young, 100 at best. She has the pale golden skin of the High Elves but has dark chocolate hair, found rarely amongst the Wood Elves. She has bright blue eyes which people often find confronting or surprising. She wears dark armour with a hooded emerald cape, mostly hiding her face. Kalaeni finds trust with difficulty, having to fend for herself her entire life. Kalaeni spends most of her time in trees, above ground. She uses her small size to hide in places one would not expect to discover and elf; for protection. She has impecable archery skills, and is never seen without her bow; this combined with her ability to climb means she can easily plan ambushes from above, and is rarely seen before her target is dead.

Kalaeni keeps mostly to herself, she fears interaction with other people, as she cannot deal with the thought of betrayal. She is rarely seen within city walls and only visits when she absolutely has to, for supplies or food. She has a kind heart but it is rarely shown to anyone. She does not believe in violence unless absolutely needed, and does her best to avoid confrontation at all causes. She has been known to travel for weeks without stopping for so much as a 'coffee break.' It is rumoured that she has somewhat of a stronghold in the wilderness, however no one has seen any trace of it. Kalaeni considers herself a nomad, people find her appearance strange and uninviting, paired with her personality, she is practically an outcast.

What is your Character's ambitions?:

Kalaeni mainly wants to find somewhere she is accepted, she wants to find some sort of 'family'. Someone she can trust.

She dreams of joining the Rangers of the Forest, after being saved by them as a child.

What is your character’s favorite tool? (sword, pickaxe, shovel, etc):

Kalaeni prefers using a bow and arrow, but she is able to use other weapons if needed - she learns quickly.

What is one of your Character's most skilled talents?

Archery, Kalaeni is almost a perfect shot. She can also climb well.

A screenshot of your skin (must be in proper format):

Open-Response-Questions

Whilst traveling from the Cloud Temple you see a small halfling, being harassed by two armed warriors. They appear to be trying to steal money from him, how does your character respond?

Kalaeni assesses the situation from behind a close tree. She does not know the backstory of this confrontation, perhaps the halfling provoked the warriors. The warriors seem to be hurting the halfling now, she does not believe in violence, but sometimes it is needed. She climbs the tree and pulls out her bow, carefully aiming at a weak spot in one of the warriors armour. She pulls the bow back slowly, taking note of the wind and compensating. She lets the bow out and the arrow flies through the air, nestling itself in one warriors knee. He cries out as he falls to the ground, the other warrior has spotter her, she must act quickly now. She sends another arrow through the air toward the second warriors head, it hits him between the eyes and he stumbles before falling face-first in the dirt, the halfling has run away now. She nimbly jumps down from the tree, running over to the second warriors body, she checks his pulse, dead. She pulls the arrow from his forehead whilst keeping an eye on the first warrior. Slowly approaching the first man, she calls out "are you alive?" Her response is that of groans and angry sounds, alive but badly wounded. She walks over to him and crouches a few meters away. "Now, if you cooperate you don't have to die, I will grant you life." She inches closer to the man, levering the arrow from his knee. He cries out in pain and swings his fist at her. She jumps back and exclaims "I said cooperate! I could leave you here to bleed and die, or I could save you, which would you prefer?" The man groans again. She rips a piece of cloth from her cape and wraps it snugly around the man's wound. "You will be fine if you find medical assistance. Do not follow me." She runs forward into the thick forest.

Your character wanders into Alras, and comes across a small stall, behind which a well dressed man is standing. He’s offering various wares, the merchant turns to you and says in a posh accent " 'ello there, what can I do you for today?" What is your character response?

Kalaeni stares blankly at the man wondering if there is a certain phrase or social norm for this situation, she responds quietly "I need arrows." The man is disheartened by her bleakness but as he is desperate to make a sale, continues on. "Ah yes, and what kind were you after my lady?" He says gesturing toward a table of quivers, each with an arrow beside it.

"Um..." Kalaeni whispers, barely making a sound, "I need something, that can kill a man." She eyes each of the arrows, unsure of which is best. The shopkeeper looks concerned as he replies. "These arrows seem suitable to your needs," he picks up a long arrow with a sharp metal point, "but they come at a price." Kalaeni looks at him as if he had just stated that the sun rises in the morning, "I understand." She replies, a bit louder this time. She hands over a small pouch of coins "I think this should cover it, if not more." The man counts through the coins and hands her 3 back.

"Would you like the quiver as well?" He says hoping to make another sale. Kalaeni simply shakes her head as she places her new arrows into the quiver she already has.

"Thank you." She mumbles, faintly smiling.

Whilst wandering in the wilds, your character comes across a small hut, which looks abandoned. Inside it you see a chest containing a few iron bars, and a golden sword. How would your character respond?:

Kalaeni is not very good with a sword, so she leaves it in the chest. She does not have much space to carry items, so she takes one iron bar and leaves the rest. She rests momentarily in the hut before continuing her travels, this hut was abandoned for a reason and she is not interested in finding out why.

Hungry and lost in the wilderness, you stumble across a small trading camp nestled among the forest, they greet you you in the common tongue, how do you respond?

Kalaeni is thankful, but she does not plan on staying. She rarely stays in one place for more than a few nights and she will not make an exception now. She stays in the camp to regain strength and ask for directions from the locals. She is thankful for their help, and continues on her way.

You hear word that bandits occupy the road outside the town in which you have been staying. The town guard have gathered, and are asking for assistance to help eliminate them. The leader of the party is offering a reward for any who offer their support. How does your character act on this information?:

Kalaeni was not meant to be in this town more than two nights, and now she is being drafted to fight? She ponders escape, but assumes that the roads are littered with bandits, and that even if she wanted to leave she could not. She decides to help the town, as her departure depends on the safety of the roads, and she does not want to see lives lost. She asks a guard to take her to a high vantage point where she can easily take down bandits as needed.

[Brokencrowe 111]

Denied.

Your definition of meta-game is somewhat short, please expand upon it and demonstrate clear understanding of the term.

Your definition of power-gaming is incorrect, a forum search should clear up any confusion. Please have an extensive answer that demonstrates clear understanding of the term.

Your biography meets the minimum length requirement, but does little to give a clear image of where your character is, or where she is going. The physical description was nice, but I have a very vague sense of who she is, and what her personality is. What are her faults? Where did she live? You need to incorporate more lore-related information into your biography, to demonstrate you've read and understand the lore.

The first and second open response questions are about the length we are looking for in each of them, however your scenario seems slightly over powered in the first, but it is a stealthy arrow attack so I am uncertain. The rest feel oddly off center, and far too short. The open response questions are your opportunity to give a clear depiction of how you are going to roleplay your character.

I just want to thank you for using both the proper format and prettying up the application with colored sub-headings and nicely spaced text, it made it an easy read; most applicants just copy and paste the form without so much as separating the questions from the answers which results in a perilous journey; so I much enjoyed your application for this reason alone. Reach for something great and amazing, you should have fun making your application as it is your chance to clearly define your character! I wish you the utmost of luck.

You will be allowed to reapply in twenty four hours, if you have any questions regarding your application feel free to drop a PM in my inbox.

Good luck!

-Brokencrowe

[Brokencrowe 111]

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