Post by Kismet//Accalia on Sept 18, 2009 14:13:36 GMT -5
Introduction
Now, of course, this guide is more of how to make a challenge, not really a how to fight guide. That's a guide for another time. This is a pretty much advance guide, so this'll show some things different than what you're used to. Now challenging can be for anything, but on this site, more likely wolves are going to challenge for a high rank or food. Even though leaders usually decide ranks, you never know when your leader and beta are going to both die at the same time.
Basics
Now, like most threads, you need to indicate whether it's open, plot, private, etc. With challenging threads, I like to post [challenge] in my thread title. That way, unless your wolf specifically wanted to challenge them, all other RPers know it can't be their wolf you're wanting to challenge (unless you're trying to challenge an entire pack). So, here's an example of a title:
OK, now that we have a title, time to get a little advanced...
Advanced
For me, all the challenging threads are part OOC and part IC. The first two or three post will be OOC and explaining why you're challenging, what happens if someone wins and someone loses, and the mini rules of the challenge. Here's an example, say a wolf want to challenge the leader of another pack for their rank. First, I would post what I want and why I want the position. Second, I'd post my terms, which is basically what would happen if I won or loss. An example would be me winning I would earn control of the pack, the other wolf winning would mean they could kick me out of the pack, kill me, etc. Last I have the rules. You don't need them, I usually have them to make a challenge more of a challenge. Some rules for me would be 1,500 word limit per post, who gets to do the IC intro of the post, and stuff like that. Last but not least, I ask the person if they ACCEPT or DECLINE the challenge. Here's an example of a challenge thread I did on another site:
You don't have to do exactly that, that's just an example. You could have no word limits, you could make it where winning something would just be winning food, you can make an endless number of attacks. Whatever you want.
Conclusion
Well, now that you have your post, time to PM the person you're challenging. Now that person has less to post since they didn't make a thread. Usually, the second poster can post what they will do if they win or lose. Then they can choose to either accept or deny your challenge. Here's just a simple post I got from the person who challenged me:
See? Not much eh? Since the challenist has accepted your challenge, you can go out of OOC post and post a real IC post. You don't always have to do an OOC post, I just find that easier and I always post an intro first, but you can get right down to fighting if you wish. Who wins or lose can all depend on natural things, with obviously the healthiest and strongest wolf winning, or if it is one vs. two, most likely the two wolves working together are going to win. Also, don't get mad at another member if their wolf wins. RPing is suppose to be fun, if you can't handle that, than RPing's not for you. Remember, though, do not powerplay. Your wolf can't hit another in one post, you need to let the other RPer choose if they get hit or not. Of course, that's why I recommend putting a limit on the number of dodges. Other than that, hoped you enjoyed this guide and hope you start challenging some wolfies!
Now, of course, this guide is more of how to make a challenge, not really a how to fight guide. That's a guide for another time. This is a pretty much advance guide, so this'll show some things different than what you're used to. Now challenging can be for anything, but on this site, more likely wolves are going to challenge for a high rank or food. Even though leaders usually decide ranks, you never know when your leader and beta are going to both die at the same time.
Basics
Now, like most threads, you need to indicate whether it's open, plot, private, etc. With challenging threads, I like to post [challenge] in my thread title. That way, unless your wolf specifically wanted to challenge them, all other RPers know it can't be their wolf you're wanting to challenge (unless you're trying to challenge an entire pack). So, here's an example of a title:
Fallen but NEVER Forgotten [challenge]
OK, now that we have a title, time to get a little advanced...
Advanced
For me, all the challenging threads are part OOC and part IC. The first two or three post will be OOC and explaining why you're challenging, what happens if someone wins and someone loses, and the mini rules of the challenge. Here's an example, say a wolf want to challenge the leader of another pack for their rank. First, I would post what I want and why I want the position. Second, I'd post my terms, which is basically what would happen if I won or loss. An example would be me winning I would earn control of the pack, the other wolf winning would mean they could kick me out of the pack, kill me, etc. Last I have the rules. You don't need them, I usually have them to make a challenge more of a challenge. Some rules for me would be 1,500 word limit per post, who gets to do the IC intro of the post, and stuff like that. Last but not least, I ask the person if they ACCEPT or DECLINE the challenge. Here's an example of a challenge thread I did on another site:
BARONESS
Regeane, your time has come to a close. I have sat in the window sill for too long watching the Black Legion fall into decay, I will not stand it any longer. I see only one option, a challenge, niece, I do not wish to shed your blood, and I know you will not easily step down. Prepare yourself Regeane and come meet me, or renounce your claim as Baroness of the Black Legion.
My Terms.
If I win- The Black Legion is mine end of discussion. You and any of your children may stay, I do not want us to be enemies, we are family after all. The Black Legion stays the Black Legion, I only want to see it flourish and alive, after all. Your life will not end this day no matter the outcome, nor shall mine.
If you win- The Black Legion is yours, and I am at your disposal, my life is not to your disposal.
-1,500 word limit-though loose, if you go over a bit, no big deal.
-1 intro- yours is optional
-2 attacks- you may include your first with your intro
-No limit on dodges, I think we are both reasonable.
-8 day time limit.
So, my niece, do you ACCEPT or DECLINE?
SHAM THE SECOND
Regeane, your time has come to a close. I have sat in the window sill for too long watching the Black Legion fall into decay, I will not stand it any longer. I see only one option, a challenge, niece, I do not wish to shed your blood, and I know you will not easily step down. Prepare yourself Regeane and come meet me, or renounce your claim as Baroness of the Black Legion.
My Terms.
If I win- The Black Legion is mine end of discussion. You and any of your children may stay, I do not want us to be enemies, we are family after all. The Black Legion stays the Black Legion, I only want to see it flourish and alive, after all. Your life will not end this day no matter the outcome, nor shall mine.
If you win- The Black Legion is yours, and I am at your disposal, my life is not to your disposal.
-1,500 word limit-though loose, if you go over a bit, no big deal.
-1 intro- yours is optional
-2 attacks- you may include your first with your intro
-No limit on dodges, I think we are both reasonable.
-8 day time limit.
So, my niece, do you ACCEPT or DECLINE?
SHAM THE SECOND
You don't have to do exactly that, that's just an example. You could have no word limits, you could make it where winning something would just be winning food, you can make an endless number of attacks. Whatever you want.
Conclusion
Well, now that you have your post, time to PM the person you're challenging. Now that person has less to post since they didn't make a thread. Usually, the second poster can post what they will do if they win or lose. Then they can choose to either accept or deny your challenge. Here's just a simple post I got from the person who challenged me:
WARRIOR
I cannot believe that you would challenge your own Donness in such a way, especially since she has been unheard of and you knew that full and well. I've been searching for her without sleep, without rest, and without enough food, and you would have me take away time from that to help you deal with your power cravings? Shame on you.
IF I WIN!
You will never speak of this day again and you will forever seek my forgiveness.
And if I lose, I will leave this place, for it will never be the same as it once was, regardless of what I do.
I fear you have lost your way, Sham. I'll have to put you back on it.
BARON
I cannot believe that you would challenge your own Donness in such a way, especially since she has been unheard of and you knew that full and well. I've been searching for her without sleep, without rest, and without enough food, and you would have me take away time from that to help you deal with your power cravings? Shame on you.
IF I WIN!
You will never speak of this day again and you will forever seek my forgiveness.
And if I lose, I will leave this place, for it will never be the same as it once was, regardless of what I do.
I fear you have lost your way, Sham. I'll have to put you back on it.
BARON
See? Not much eh? Since the challenist has accepted your challenge, you can go out of OOC post and post a real IC post. You don't always have to do an OOC post, I just find that easier and I always post an intro first, but you can get right down to fighting if you wish. Who wins or lose can all depend on natural things, with obviously the healthiest and strongest wolf winning, or if it is one vs. two, most likely the two wolves working together are going to win. Also, don't get mad at another member if their wolf wins. RPing is suppose to be fun, if you can't handle that, than RPing's not for you. Remember, though, do not powerplay. Your wolf can't hit another in one post, you need to let the other RPer choose if they get hit or not. Of course, that's why I recommend putting a limit on the number of dodges. Other than that, hoped you enjoyed this guide and hope you start challenging some wolfies!
