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Novice · 3mo
hi! im curious if applicants can make OCs tied to elysium, or is that kingdom locked for lore reasons?
You can make applicants who originate from Elysium. The siege is public knowledge and so is the description of the kingdom. You are free to use it in your application.
Elysium is an alpine kingdom that is slightly smaller than Acolyte. It is located further north-east in proximity to the mountains. Elysium primarily uses aircraft to navigate the tricky terrain and are known for aviation, iron ore exports as well as their large concentration of Rhizomites. Acolyte had a neutral relationship with Elysium, however the concentration of Rhizomites troubled Acolyte due to how firmly they were integrated into the kingdom's rule. The way the religious group presented itself was also of concern due its extremist streak which may have motivated Elysium's attack on Acolyte. The specifics of why Elysium attacked are still unclear, but it ruined any chance of a relationship between the two kingdoms.
Novice · 3mo
i noticed for the scavenger examples they have masks on, would masks/gas masks need to be worn in the wastes or is it mostly aesthetic reasons?
Masks need to be worn in the wastes to protect yourself from any potential contaminants and spores (if you are in proximity toxic jungles). If you are investigating any abandoned buildings or man made structures, a mask will protect you from dust, mold spores and airborne viruses from vermin or other creatures that may be lurking there. While it's not a design requirement for a scavenger, you can expect most nomads and scavengers to wear masks for safety and anonymity.
Novice · 3mo
Could potential applicants only do the written portion and if accepted complete the visual? I'm not an artist and would rather only be judged for the written part and not disqualified because of my bad art...
Because a visual is required it's preferable that you submit it alongside your written application.
Either way, we will never judge you by the quality of your artwork!
Majority of evaluation will be weighted on your writing and not your art, so as long as you are able to submit some semblance of your character (even if it is completely rudimentary, such as just lines and flat color if this is what feels most comfortable at your skill level) you will not be disqualified in any way or form. If you are successful you can redraw or even commission the artwork at any time.
Novice · 3mo
For the uniform can you add things such as a jacket/scarf etc or can you only edit the uniform itself?
You can totally add accessories!
Novice · 3mo
referring to the previous answer: does this mean you'll expect to accept applications partly on the basis of having balanced camp ratios?
Yep! They won't necessarily be exact-exact numbers (For example, the group could accept six members into three camps, however one of the camps could have seven members making up the total of 25 members) but that will come down on seeing an application with a lot of potential and deciding to include an extra because of that. Regardless, the aim is to keep things as balanced as possible.
There is also the option to have your character 'sorted' into a camp on acceptance if you are either unsure on what camp to pick or are worried about ratios. Of course post-acceptance you will need to elect traits that correspond to your assigned camp & tweak things visually. There will be a window to do so immediately after acceptances.
Novice · 3mo
will there be a limit on how many scouts/staff members the roster will have?
Depends entirely on how roster turns out, since we anticipate to receive applications predominantly for scouts!
Application ratios will mostly come down to what camp players choose to apply for as opposed to scout/staff ratios, since mechanics rely on the team being composed of various camp members. (e.g., team of four consisting of a Cyrus PC, Orel PC, Ivern PC and Verne PC and so forth.) There isn't a lot of difference between scouts and staff mechanically aside from the added option of conducting classes as a member of staff. The only other restriction is a soft cap on Nexus players for narrative purposes.
Novice · 3mo
Is there any IC difference between being a captain and being a staff member?
Yes there is! Staff position allows you to organize events called 'classes' that can be interpreted by the player. You can organize combat classes, field trips or anything that would be educational under a staff member.
On the other hand while captains are a rank above scouts, they have a somewhat similar rank to the facility staff, although they still have to respond to the staff's authority in certain cases (mostly to do with seniority).
Novice · 3mo
any updates on mods yet?
We had a few application so far and a recent recruitment for Cyrus! Other apps are being reviewed right now.
Novice · 3mo
Are wild animals rare now that there’s toxic jungles/titanids?
Depends on the area, how well the wilderness has been preserved and its proximity to existing toxic jungles, but for most part yes.
Novice · 3mo
Do we get more traits as the rp progresses? Can we buy/earn stat upgrades? I know trait upgrades will be a late season thing, should I assume the former two are as well?
Stat changes are a part of a slightly different mechanic in the RP. For most part you can expect them to stay pretty similar to what you have started out with, although there will be plenty of items available along the way to temporarily enhance your stats and in very rare cases, make a permanent upgrade.
While both armor and weapon ranks can be either bought from the commissary or they will be automatically upgraded as you progress, and traits will be upgraded later into the season.
Novice · 3mo
Can we have family/NPCs who are also part of Symposium?
Absolutely!
Novice · 3mo
Is this group based off of The Acolyte Star Wars in any way?
Nope! Though the group draws direct inspiration from Annihilation and Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind!
Novice · 3mo
How should we fill in the Rank section on the visual app?
Ranks are as follows: Staff, Captain or Scout. If you are applying as an ordinary recruit, then you will be classed as a Scout. However, if you choose to create a member of the facility staff, then input 'Staff'.
Novice · 3mo
I'm assuming the uniforms are for missions and the scouts/staff can wear civilian clothes in the facilities?(As long as their emblem shows somewhere, yeah?)
The uniforms are also worn in the facility. On application you will be featuring your PC in the uniform but you are totally welcome to design an alternative outfit for them consisting of civilian clothing.
Novice · 3mo
can we have two negative stats?
For now, no. You will be provided with only one negative stat.