Cole's Application

[Dune 0]

Out-Of-Character Details

Minecraft Account Name:

DuneViper

How old are you?:

I am the age of twenty years.

Time-Zone/Country of Residence:

I reside in the Pacific Standard Timezone, in the United States of America.

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

My grasp on the English language, and grammar is aimed for impeccability. When I am in character, perfection simply is not enough, it must be poetry; it must be art.

Have you had any previous experience in roleplaying?:

My roleplay experience extends many years in various gaming communities.

Have you read and understood and agree to the rules?:

Yes, I have read and understood the rules, which I agree upon.

How did you hear about the Lord of the Craft?:

I've discovered LOTC, browsing a few Minecraft top server lists, and it caught my eye.

Link any previous applications you have made to the Lord of the Craft:

This would be the first and only application I have submitted thus far.

Have you posted this application on Minecraft Forum? If not, post it here:http://www.minecraftforum.net/topic/832121-the-lord-of-the-craft-enter-the-world-of-asulon-o-f-f-i-c-i-a-l-l-y-t-h-e-n-o-1-r-p-s-e-r-v-e-r-100-unique-gameplay/!: Yes, although the formatting in this application is just prettier to read. :wink:

Definitions

In your own words, define what the act of roleplaying is:

I would define roleplaying as putting oneself in the perspective of a character that is being portrayed, such as an avatar in a

videogame, or the role of an actor. It also suggests developing certain attitudes in-character stimulated by the hypothetical situations imposed, reacting within the boundaries of the role as if it were happening in first-person.

In your own words, define what the act of meta-gaming is:

Meta-gaming suggests transcending the game environment, using information that exceeds in-character limits and boundaries, in

order to produce in-character results.

*Dune, being tied up and blindfolded to secure his captivity, hears footsteps encroaching upon the gravel, "Hi (Playername)." *

Despite seeing the player's name overhead out-of-character, Dune, being in-character, would not be able to idenfity the player whilst blindfolded.

In your own words, define what the act of power-emoting is:

It would seem power-emoting is forcing one's actions upon another to achieve desired results, regardless of

cooperation or giving a chance to react to the actions.

*Dune, brandishing the handle of his mace, releases a plume of fine sand, splashing it in your eyes. Whilst you are blinded, he takes this opportunity to smack you silly with his mace, rendering you unconscious, and robbing you of your cheese.*

Dune took it upon himself to power-emote, dominating the situation.

In-Character Details

Character Name: Cole Rineheart

Character Race: Human

Character biography - Make this at least 2 paragraphs long, which must explain your character’s history, appearance, personality, age and any other details you deem necessary:

Cole is twenty years of age, but well-experienced and strides with confidence. A trail-worn traveler and adventurer, Cole stalks

the land, searching out opportunities on a whim. His mid-length hair is neatly kept and he wears a loose, baggy of thin fabric open at the chest to ventilate whilst working. His pants fit snugly around his waist, giving hints to his contours and shape. He wears sturdy leather work boots, his physically demanding tasks wear them down and repairing them and his equipment has become second-nature to him.

Aside the forging of his gear, he has also forged a disciplined temperment. Cole manifests a peaceful demeanor, yet wise in

action, his greatest fulfillment is carrying out with his ideals and building his dreams. He does not engage in aimless distractions and pleasures, he lives with purpose and intent. He strives to make a good example for others to live by, meditating upon ethics and virtues. He takes the integrity and balance of his community at heart and asserts himself wherever his actions do justice.

What are your characters ambitions?:

Cole's ambitions are merely to seamlessly integrate with society, to maintain a sustainable lifestyle and to exercise his creativity to fulfill his pleasures.

Please provide an in-game screenshot of your skin here:

http://s1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb450/LiquorIMVU/?action=view&current=DuneViper1.png

If you're going to approve this application and you like the quality of my work, let me know and I'd be glad to make you a skin. :)

Is there anything else you would like to say about your character:

No points about my character come to mind at the moment, but anyone is welcome to find out via roleplaying. First hand experience has always been my canvas for character development. :)

Open-Response-Questions

Each question here must be answered with a minimum of one full paragraph, and detail the scene you are given in the way it would happen in roleplay. These questions should be answered in first person. Be detailed, not short.

Upon entering the Mighty Human City of Arethor, you come across a shop-keeper calling out to sell his wares to passers-by. The shopkeeper is not a Human, he is a poor dwarf looking to make a living in a new city. What is your response?

Cole smiles at the dwarf, humbled by his strife against the odds. He attunes his attention to the handiwork of his wares. "I notice

goods of exceptional dwarven caliber," he says, grinning at the ambitious dwarf. Upon the event of discovering items of interest, Cole would barter or purchase, happy to fulfill any needs at a fair price and support the aspiring business. Upon the event of a transaction, Cole thanks him with a kind tip of the hat and a wink, continuing his stroll into Arethor.

You’re in the Cloud Sanctuary late at night, when a large Orc begins to threaten a nearby dwarf. The only present monk is fast asleep, and the situation looks like it will escalate into violence soon, what does your character do?

Cole suddenly poises the tip of his sword over the ground across the aggressing orc, serving as a barrier between him and the

small dwarf. He gestures to the dwarf to get himself together. "Gentlemen, we are gentlemen here, aren't we? All in for a good night on the Sanctuary, and the rum is good tonight. May each of us, I take it, compose ourselves? So that we may all settle this dispute properly."

Intending not to allow the situation enflame, he asserts himself as the peaceful mediator who takes in account each testimony

to a quarrel. "Now orc, how has this dwarf flared your aggression -- and what do you, dwarf, have to say in defense? Let the orc speak first." After hearing the orc's testimony, Cole strives to calm his temper "People forgive because they, too, want the privilege to be forgiven. You will have your chance to rectify whatever the dwarf says, but I assure you, we will find a peaceful remedy."

Cole gestures for the dwarf to speak his mind, and investigates the issue, serving as the conduit of satisfying the disagreement

between both individuals, giving the time and attention needed in order to guide the dispute to an appropriate outcome from a standpoint of ethical justice.

Whilst walking down the road to Malinor, you stumble upon an old man. His walking stick , looks weak and frail, and just as you are about to ask something, the stick breaks, and the man falls to the ground. As he falls down, a bag of Minas falls to the ground, and splits open. As you watch the multiple coins spill out, you peer down at the defenceless man. What does your character do?:

Alert, and aware in the man's presence, Cole kneels swiftly, hoping to catch him before he takes the full brunt of the fall. "What

is your condition, elder? You are among a medicine man. I'm no elf, but the forest and its plants hold no mysteries to me," he says whilst searching for any wounds sustained from the collapse. Upon hearing the cause of the man's weakness, Cole would impart any medical advice and use any medicine at hand upon event of injury or illness.

Cole then gathers his coins for him in plain view as not to allude him into thinking he would steal from a poor man, and he

returns them to the rightful owner knowing that, in his weak state, they will be of use to him now or later. If necessary, Cole walks him inside, laying him on his bed to recuperate.

[Aryon 679]

Denied.

As much as it aches my heart to finish an act such as this, I am duty-bound to break the dreams of those who do not follow our laws. The lore of our majestic server must be taken into account in this application of sorts, and you must apply said lore into your biography of characters. Apart from that minor faults, I wish for you to change nothing else. The applications fine edge is immense, and it is incredible to find one as intelligent as yourself applying. Improve the lore of our creation and races, and you shall be accepted into our land of adventure without a second inch of doubt.

Please re-apply in 24 hours.

[Aryon 679]

Moved to Denied Forum