Errand

Motivating yourself for Role-play Introduction Hi. So you're probably here because you're not feeling too great about role-play in general, or because it's becoming a chore to deal with because you've been here for a while. Best place for you is this topic, if I may say so myself. I'm going to be basic and brief when informing you how to be more positive about your role-play, and to improve your attitude towards it in general. The first steps of positivity; You. You are the only thing that can alter yourself. Others can force change, but only you can accept it. And it's best to be in control of these changes. As you get older, it will be easier, or maybe you already do and don't know quite how to develop your understanding. Regardless, the first step is yourself. There is a common diagram often used when motivating people. I have recreated it for use on the forums themselves. Thoughts transfer into your emotions. If you look at something, or someone, in role-play and instantly think negatively, it will transfer into how you feel about that particular occurrence or person. Same goes for positive, thankfully. If you sit and remind yourself that "Well, their role-play is good actually. Maybe I can help." then you will both have an easier time, and thus the logical solution to negativity and positivity is solved. From your emotions, your role-play is affected. In psychology, this would be replaced by your actions. But as we are talking about improving your role-play, we shall refer to it as such. Your role-play is improved when your emotions are balanced about the specific thing. Only then can you achieve a decent stature of 'good role-play'. It is apparent that people on the server are typical to stereotyping, like most on the internet. If you have your thoughts set on countering that stereotype with your own judgement, you'll find you will like more people on the server, and will thus enjoy your role-play much more. Finally, results. Or success, if you're thinking positively. If your thoughts make your emotions stable, and your emotions help your RP to be stable, your results are going to be great. Which means your motivation is lifted, your thoughts are more positive, and the process repeats and upgrades each time. Thank you for reading, it only works for as long as you believe it does ~ =]

Hello, I'm Errand I felt that I have neglected reason to post on the forums, so I've had to think for a while about what to actually post. Found my reason, now lets get right into knowing more about me. So you're like, "Who's this noob?" Well. I'm a new-ish player of around three weeks, and my real name is George. I'm 20, and I take interest in professional singing but ... yeah. I currently work from home as a technician for a local (yet popular) computer agency. I answer the phones, do the spiel. But I've had much more time on my hands now that I've left my full time contract job at a help center for a pretty dang popular game developer group thingy mabobby. Anyway. I've came to LoTC to find some entertainment, be of help and to meet loads of new people. Which I've completed two of which already. I aspire to be a Guide, in hope to prove myself as an experienced player in the future, so I can help others on their path as I was helped on mine. I play as a Kharajyr, now. Though before I did attempt to make a foothold in the Human community. I found that I didn't have a decent timezone to coexist with most players there, yet it was fun when I could stay up late. :p My favorite food is ... I'm not saying pizza, but it is pizza. Specifically pizza hut. My favorite beverage is a bit of chavy Smirnoff Ice. lol. My favorite book series is George R.R Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire. I totally know who Jon's mother is. *wink wink*. I can't wait to get to meet some new faces!

OOC Information MC Name: Errand5 Have you read and fully understood Kharajyr lore?: Yes, I have and I fully understand the lore. Have you read and fully understood the Kharajyr application rules?: Yes, all sixteen of them. Do you understand and accept that the Kharajyr application team may revoke this application in the future if they deem it necessary?: Yes, I do understand this, fully. Do you agree to both follow and uphold Kharajyr lore throughout your time in the Kharajyr?: I do agree to this, yes. Tell us one unique fact about Kharajyr lore, culture or history that you know.(We will check for plagiarism!): In Asulon, the Karakatuan Empire was named Va'Khajra. And is commonly referred to this name, as this is known to be when the Empire was at it's finest, for a time. IC Information RP Name (This includes your character’s prefix): Sa'Jhago Character Sub-race: Kha'Cheetrah. Character appearance (Including age and gender): Sa'Jhago is a male Kharajyr, who is currently at the age of 21. He is slim with an athletic build, with a tan to his fur which is dotted frequently. However the dots are in abundance on his face. Jhago has a pale brown color to his eyes, and has a baldness of "style-hair". What is the personality of your character like?: As all Kharajyr, his faith is everything to him. He values his Tlatlanni with a great respect, but also those who the Tlatlanni respects. He is quick to trust those his Tlatlanni trusts. This is the same for Kharajyr Sages, and also the Aelkos of the Empire. He is quite quiet. However, when it comes to casual talking, he's not silent. He likes to get to know his friends more. He is cheery, and looks on the positive side of things. And he doesn't like people who moan all the time. Biography (If you are applying as a kitten, please only state the name of your parents/siblings) Sa'Jhago was born to Si'Meeri and Su'Khuran. He was cared as a child in the sight of Metztli by his Father (Su'Khuran), and he values his teaching greatly. His trials were adequately trained for, specifically using the composite bow more than many other weapons. His trials proceeded without a hitch and he became an Adult. When he was 15, he fell into an emotional state after lusting over another Kharajyr for too long without signifying his love for her. This has plagued his thoughts since, only now is he really beginning to get over it. She unfortunately died before he could ask her, in the fires of Kalos. When he was 18, Sa'Jhago had a definite idea of where he wanted to be in life. He wanted to become a Do', and eventually a Moonblade of his Tlatlanni. His ambitions were set on being a notable Archer in Karakatua, who has eyes all over the Jungle. Character’s ambitions within the Kharajyr: As a player, I want Sa'Jhago to interact with many Kharajyr, and many players. I want him to go where Role-play leads him, and no further. As a character, Sa'Jhago currently wants to become an archer in the Do', and fight for his Tlatlanni, and for Metztli. He will die for either, as he beliefs Metztli trusts the Tlatlanni, and the Tlatlanni trusts her. But he would never go as far to question such, nor assume it of Metztli. Character’s strengths/weaknesses: Sa'Jhago is a Kha'Cheetrah, and is faster on his feet than the other Sub-races of the Kharajyr. His legs have gained a suiting amount of muscle to allow speed to be sustained, but not for overly extended periods of time. His arms are archer-arms, and lack the strength to hold his own in melee combat valiantly. He would usually use knives or daggers, which makes him seem and be more weaker. Sa'Jhago is quite smart, yet sometimes he over thinks, or thinks too deeply about simple things. And his positive outlook sometimes makes light of serious situations that require genuine seriousnes Please provide a screenshot or 3D render of your character’s skin: Situational Roleplay Questions Please note. I am going to assume I have a villain application for this character as I proceed to answer. 1. You are heading home from a successful hunting trip when a group of three heavily armoured humans jump out from behind a tree and start demanding the surrender of your catch over to them. Each man has a sword drawn and they are gradually pacing towards you... How does your character react? Sa'Jhago would drop the catch, and flee backward. His initiative was to run at the sound of the ape's armor. Whilst he fled, he navigated his way up a tree, their eyes now fixed on the catch, as they take it. Sa'Jhago was above, in the tree they were behind. Upon his back is the composite bow he used to hunt and catch with. He unsheathes it. Suddenly, a very tribal arrow slips its way into one of the armored Human's neck, with extreme accuracy. Now that his element of surprise is gone, Sa'Jhago would aim, notch and aim again. Before delivering another punishing arrow towards the second. It penetrates his thick armor only a slight, his aim was off due to the surprise of their surprise. Sa'Jhago decides to give up on this fight, and flee upon the trees using the vines and branches. He does this with succession, where he would then proceed to alert the Do' of the Ape's presence on the island. 2. You arrive at the temple of Metztli only to see one of your closest friends stealing the sacred blue gems from the altar, a most unholy act for a Kharajyr. How does your character react? Sa'Jhago would enable his running skills as he chases air to the Do' barracks. He finds Ri'Skar there, the Tultelkos. He alerts him and accompanies him to the Temple where they both catch the thief. Sa'Jhago's emotions would be in turmoil. Although his friend, Sa'Jhago had duty to Metztli, and his Tlatlanni. So he did it, with only the regret of a fool. 3. You are in the Cloud Temple when a stout, angry little dwarf begins yelling highly racist terms towards you at the top of his lungs. Although unarmed, the dwarf continues to yell after he makes eye contact with you. How does your character react? Sa'Jhago breaks eye contact whilst he sits on the steps waiting for a friend to finish getting his wounds tended to by the Monks (not death). Jhago would have his composite bow upon his lap, as he restrings it for use in his next battle. "Ape... Do you evarn know awf Metztli?" He would say in a condescending manner. "Nah, ya big kitty!" He would reply with a rude and equally condescending manner. "She keels thaws who awppawse her, thaws who wrawng her." Jhago says, almost implying something. He knows that she does this because of the stories he heard of Khalenwyr (Aegis). "She taykz their cheeldrawn, awnd makes theem eentu Kharajyr, bawt nawt reel Kharajyr." He says, this time actually lying. "Eento fuutstools faw tha Tlatlanni." He would say, not chuckling. His friend comes out and they both walk down the steps, aware of the shocked, silent face of the dwarf. 4. Fire has broken out over the jungle city and you can hear the screaming of two Kha’ nearby. As you go investigate, you notice that one of your friends and the Tlatlanni’s white-furred child have gotten themselves trapped in opposite ends of a burning building. The roof creaks above you, if you were to get involved, you would only have time to save one before the building collapsed. How does your character react? The scent of fire seeps into Sa'Jhago's nostrils, and instantly he leaps out of his den and into the 'street', with a lack of a better name for it. He sprints straight away to the den of Vyalu, where Jhago's friend was staying for the night. The fire was spewing out like a volcano, like the mouth of Metztli herself. Jhago had to run in, he had to safe them. He goes for his friend first, only because she is closer. He helps her out of the stuck position she was in, which she thankfully got out of quickly. She manages to follow him however, for some reason, as he goes for Vyallu, the Tlatlanni's daughter. The roof begins to crumble, and it falls upon his friend. Jhago looks back, his face furrowed and distraught. He turns back, and sprints for Vyallu. He leaps into the room she is in and slings her onto his back as he takes her out of the back of the den. She was saved, but Jhago's friend was not. He didn't have time.

There isn't an MCMMO mod on LoTC anymore, there was in Aegis (a previous Map, and time). However it is a possibility that in the future (the upcoming Nexus plugin), Axes will have distinct advantages in certain situations. However, at the moment it is currently preferred to use a sword mainly because of Minecraft mechanics.

It always depends on whom is actually in the application team. If there are many staff members from the United States, there will be more applications done in their general timezone, for example. I will retain the usual trend of saying patience is a virtue. The longer you wait, within reason, the better the outcome.

But to answer entirely; Yes, you have to be one of the five main races, and / or their subraces, for your character. For example; One cannot be a Dremora from The Elder Scrolls. But one can be an Elf from LoTC.* *As LoTC has it's own lore for every concept it uses, outside lore is not welcomed if it is from such things as games, movies or other media products.

Glad I could be of service fellas :D

Improving your approach to role-play - Role-playing guide Introduction So you've came here to improve how much quality role-play, people and experiences you have? Perfect place for you, then. I'm going to explain the importance of interaction with instances you may, at first, not appeal to the appearance of. Contents I - Somebody is clearly initiating role-play, what should I do? II - How do I initiate role-play myself? III - I don't like the way somebody is initiating role-play, how do I solve this? IV - I feel as though I'm not getting enough role-play... I - Somebody is clearly initiating role-play, what should I do? Well, first of all you should put yourself into their role-play. For example; I was strolling around Salvus once, and was trying to obtain the attention of a Lord who was wandering around doing nothing visibly important. And I begin to emote things like 'Edward Errand waits near Lord ???, perhaps clearly waiting for him to finish talking.' Yet once he'd finished talking, he just wandered off again. The issue there would be that he didn't initiate the role-play because he didn't like the look of it! This is a big error, as the role-play I had to offer could have been very important to myself, or even him. To when somebody is clearly waiting for your attention, give it to them if your character is able to, and willing to. Yet there are sometimes when you just can't be bothered to role-play, and in that case you shouldn't really be in public, or logged on. A lazy role-player is ... lazy for everybody. II - How do I initiate role-play myself? To initiate, you've got to be the starter of the role-play scene. For instance; I am walking through Abresi's main gate, and a gate decides to challenge me for weapons because I look a bit uneasy. This would be initiating role-play. However, sometimes the role-play people initiate can be unjustified and perhaps "aimless". This is a good thing, as common conversation helps you get your character to the next level of importance and development. If you can sustain a conversation with somebody that doesn't lead to some edgy movement or suspicious sword play, you're doing great at this role-play business. To create something "aimless", just simply find a reason to talk to somebody. If you're in a tavern or inn, ask them where they're from, or ask what their favorite drink is. They will be put on the spot, sure, but they'll love the role-play. I know I did the first time I did that kind of thing. III - I don't like the way somebody is initiating role-play, how do I solve this? The best way to "avoid" somebody, is to actually role-play with them. Role-play that your character doesn't want much bother today. Make is light-heated, but not invasive, or even evasive. Just emote some suggestive things as you walk away. A least give a little bit of role-play back in turn for theirs. Now sometimes, people don't like to be initiated on. This is fine, but they can react badly. Sprint-jumping away or rudely logging off. The best thing to do in this instance is ignore it, and just leave them be. Turn away and Role-play elsewhere, or do what you wish. The worst thing to do is stoop to their level and pour OOC into their midst. IV - I feel as though I'm not getting enough role-play... Then refer to section II and initiate! Usually when people complain about not getting enough role-play, they aren't trying to find it themselves. The case is usually that their surroundings have changed in role-play, and they aren't getting the same role-play from the same places. Which basically means that they aren't getting the role-play at all, making it look like nobody is with them and such. To get the role-play you're wishing for, look into the Guilds and Organizations section, or role-play sections of the forums. You will find what you wish to see there, as there are many looking and making guilds -------- I know that was a small guide, but I felt that after my first role-play on the server it was best to bring it to some people's attentions :)

Out-Of-Character Information Minecraft Account Name: Errand5 How old are you?: 20 Time-Zone: GMT 0:00 (United Kingdom) Have you read, understood and agreed to the rules?: I have read them, and I fully agree to follow them. What previous experience have you had in role-playing?: I first started role-playing on Runescape when it was young, similar to myself. However that proved too spontaneous and chaotic, therefore I began role-playing in a more organized fashion on World of Warcraft, under various numbers of guilds. However as my exams came when I was 16 I had to stop and look for work. Now, I'm hoping to get back into serious role-play within a nice and comfortable community. How did you hear about the the Lord of the Craft?: I heard about Lord of The Craft through my Brother, who I won't mention just in case he's a spy of red team. Link any applications that you have previously made for the server: N/a Have you posted this application on the Minecraft Forum? If not, then please do so (link above): I will post it after writing it up on here first. The link will appear here if done so; [/\] Have you read the Human lore, and shall you ensure you make use of it and follow it in your biography?: I can to the best of my creative skills, hopefully. Although I do not plan to have my character intentionally related to the Holy Oren Empire, as I feel creating a back-story within such would be a little too chaotic. Definitions In your own words define the following terms. Do not take any definitions from elsewhere!: Role-playing: Role-playing is the method of connecting, acting and resolving your own role in your own character, in a world perhaps unique or real to life. Role-playing in LoTC is clearly role-playing in an environment that is based around fantasy and medieval settings, where you would play your own character that you yourself have created, and you alone. Through role-play, people interact with each others' characters, and objects or places around them. Meta-gaming: Meta-gaming is the use of outside knowledge to further yourself, or even to weigh the odds more fairly without sufficient role-play to back up your claim to such knowledge. It would be meta-gaming to use somebody's Minecraft Name, for instance, to instantly acknowledge who they are in role-play. However, it is not meta-gaming to acknowledge them out of character, first. Power-emoting: The act of overwhelming, overacting or overpowering an action through an emote. For example; holding two two-handed swords and swinging them as if they were feathers, whilst wearing heavy armor, is power-emoting, as it is blatantly impossible. Another example however, would be not allowing another user to perform their own reactions to your attacks / emotes, and thus assuming that you've hit them, or passed them in role-play. In-Character Information: Complete the following biography on your character: Full Name: Edward Errand Current Age: Mid-thirties Sub-race (if any): Northerner Past / History (include childhood, major-events, etc. 2+ paragraphs long): The Current History of Edward Errand, and House Errand itself Born under the shelter of his Father's minor castle, Brynnwood, soon-to-be Lord Edward came out with dark yet stark brown hair. His Mother was named Wynné Harrel, of a different House and name until Edward's Father was betrothed to her. His Father was a tough man. Hardy and steadfast in all his decree. His name was Walter Errand, and his House was a very minor one at that. Nobody really knew they existed, as they didn't fall directly under the Realm of the Holy Oren Empire, nor did it maintain much land but the basic Fort and village around it. In his teens, Edward was trained with the sword and bow, horse and shield like most youngsters in Brynnwood. His Father ensured he could use his sword, but his archery and shield skills were lacking, if existent. Though he could ride a horse from the North to Krugmar should he choose to. His Father was very respectful of Edward's freedoms. He let him lead the Townsguard at the age of fifteen, where he saw little battle at all. Occasional Orc or Elven scouts. The obvious race always fought, but the latter was easily swayed from combat, which Edward could negotiate well. When he turned eighteen, Edward was officially allowed to Steward in his Father's stead, as he went off to fight in Emperor Godfrey's battles. Edward grew his strength of leadership in this time, yet it was a struggle at first. His men were weary, as they were only a small village, with as equally a small garrison, with an even small fort. But Edward was able to spur his men into defense when Salvian raiders came after their Capital city was about to be crushed. Edward was able to defend against these men, and keep his Village and House name and honor. He even let the few prisoners they kept go, as they sworn to fight for Godfrey instead of Salvus, which was now in ruin in some ways. But Edward suffered some hardships after the battle. His Father, Walter, had died. And nothing that Edward did could reverse that. He was killed in the defense of Hanseti against the Dwarves, when the Holy Oren Empire was reaching it's pinnacle in Asulon. But Robert was able to recover from this quite well. On his journey to Anthos, he managed to push away the bad thoughts, and bring happier ones with him. He is now in Anthos today, looking for work. His House now gone since the departure of Asulon. But he still keeps the name. Ambitions for the Future: Edward wants to become a Knight of Oren, to protect the people and defend the land once more. Yet he also wants a wife, and children. Personality: Edward is quite a stern man. He has a coldness behind his common accent, as if his Northerner blood seeps out of his breath and into the ears of those he speaks so. But he is quite humorous, too. He can take and make a joke or two. But usually only to good friends, who he makes easily. Perhaps a downside of his. Skills: He can use a sword relatively well, as such with a horse. Appearance (this must include an in-game screenshot of your skin): Any other details you wish to share about your character: N/a Open-Response-Questions Each question in this section must be answered with a minimum of one paragraph which must describe the event in full. Please be as descriptive as possible and do not break character or lore at any point. ____ 1. Whilst in the mighty human capital you notice a dark-clothed figure stealthily making his way towards the Emperor’s palace - he is clearly up to no good. There are guards within shouting distance - what do you do? Answer: Edward builds up a bit of pride and lets out a large shout, which reaches the guard. They narrow their eyes at him as they stand up from their food and drinks around a torch-lit table. One finally notices where Edward is pointing, and begins to take chase. Edward doesn't take chase, however. He knows that the peacekeeping guards can do their duty, just as well as he had done his as a citizen. 2. Whilst wandering in the deep oak forest you come across a large clearing, in which sits a small cobbled cottage. Outside it stands an unstable old man armed with a small iron blade, surrounded by two heavily armed bandits - they appear to be threatening him. You are armed with leather armour and an iron longsword, how do you react? Answer: Edward undoubtedly approaches, he yells over; "Hey! What do you think you're doing? Threatening an old man..." He pauses as he looks to the old man with a rueful set of eyes. "You should be ashamed, both of you." The bandits look at each other, weighing the risk. They lash out, and one makes a strike towards Edward with a heavy, sluggish stroke. Edward brings his ready sword arm to match the equally capable bandit, and attempts to slip his sword down the bandit's. It succeeds by chance, and Edward ends up cutting into the bandit's hand. The other bandit cowers a slight as Edward makes a threatening stance as if he would do the same again should he have to. Both the bandits begin to back off, and Edward accompanies the old man into his home again, where they discuss talking to the Emperor about ensuring the safety of his home. 3. You are standing within the mighty human capital when you notice a small man standing behind a colourful stall. You approach the stall and notice that the man is selling a variety of general goods - he says that he is selling just about anything and that he has no set prices. He is willing to allow you to haggle and choose prices. What do you do? (Explain: your haggling, items of choice and the discussion that happens). Answer: Although Edward doesn't find himself buying from general goods stores often, as he likes to have a definitely idea what he is going out to buy, he does decide to stop by this time. And by chance, the storekeeper seems to have a certain blue cloak that Edward would like very much. "Morning." Edward says in quite a common way. The storekeeper nods his head with cheer; "Aye! Good mornin' to ya! Best stop in all Anthos here." Edward eyes the blue cloak with his finger upon his chin, nodding a slight. "Seems so, I'll take that if you don't mind." His head nods to the cloak with direction. "Oooooh, a mighty good choice that'n is!" He says with quite a strongly cheery accent. "'Ere, let me grab that for ya'" The storekeeper says, grabbing the cloak carefully and brings it almost within Edward's reach. "Now... a price." The storekeeper says with less cheer. Edward takes out of his pocket a pouch of Minas, and counts briefly up to ten, each worth two mina. He hands the man the money, almost assuming it to be enough. "Uh... are ye' sure?" The keeper says. Edward nods as the storekeeper hands the cloak blindly to him, a smile now appearing on Edward's face as he unravels it and tries it on briefly. "Mhm, quite a good fit a' think. Thank you, friend." Edward's voice would utter with a bit more joy than before. Still cold, though.