Post by Headmistess McGonagall on Apr 11, 2012 9:52:39 GMT -5
These rules here are a bit more specific than the general ones before. This is where you;ll find information that could very well pertain to you and keep you from making a mistake that might get you in trouble. We are serious about these rules. If you have a question or concern, PLEASE, PM us.
1. Here at Sanctuary, we believe in freedom of speech, so in that aspect, you can pretty much make whatever character you’d like. We do however ask that you make it believable. If your character is fourteen years old, they shouldn’t be a whore. That is not believable. We frown on fourteen year olds who act like that in real life… so why should it be allowed here? This goes for everything, not just making your character scandalous at a young age. If they’re 12, they shouldn’t be evil and plotting world domination. Please… keep it real.
2. Another thing we don’t want here at Sanctuary is attention whores. Honestly, they create a hostile roleplay environment. Your character might like to have the spotlight on them, but that doesn’t mean it will always be there. If something happens in a thread and your character isn't a part of it, you don’t need to constantly tell everyone in Cbox what their reaction would be if they were in that particular situation. Even if your character is tagged in the thread, you don't need to tell us constantly what their next action is, we'll be able to see it when you post. Keep it to a minimum please.
3. Something else to keep in mind, Malfoys. Everyone has their own version of a Malfoy baby. Sadly… the only one we are accepting is Scorpius. Draco might have been a pimp and the type to likely cheat on his wife. But that doesn’t change anything. Draco has one son, Scorpius. First come. First serve. Same goes for other canon families JK specifically described. Sorry guys… no fourth Potter child will be running amuck here.
4. We all love making characters different. We all love making them this that and the other to make them unique. Apparently, we also love making them weird combinations of things. Well… not anymore. You want your character to be anything like a werewolf, vampire, animagus, metamorphmagus, or part veela, you best compile a list. A list of what you ask?
a) You need a good reason why we should let you. Because you want your Sue to be extra pretty is not a good reason.
b) A plausible reason for said character to be said whatever you want.
c) A few lines of ass kissery.
d) A promise that you will not take advantage of their powers.
The only way this rule will be bypassed is if you apply for Victoire, Dominique or Louis Weasley. With Fleur as their mother they are 1/8th veela by canon law.
5. Characters. We love them, we hate them, and we’re addicted to making them. Not anymore. In past experiences we’ve seen the upside, and the down side to multiple characters. And that’s why we’re going to limit you. To start off, you’re allowed to make a maximum of 4 characters. This is to prevent you from getting in over your head. Now, through posting and plotting with other members, you can prove to us that you can handle more. So… if you want a lot of characters, be active with all of them!
6. This rule applies to wands and the patronus. Please, make both match up relatively to the characters strengths, weaknesses and personality. Also wand strength, we don't need every character to have the strongest wand strength, give it a little variety, and please, no wacky off the wall cores. We have given a full list of known cores for you to choose from, and when it comes to the patronus, we've given a list of animals and their symbolism. If an animal you were looking for isn't listed, feel free to do your own research for its meaning, but please, keep the symbolism true and don't make things up just so your character can have your favorite animal.
6. The year this roleplay site takes place is 2022, please please PLEASE consider this when writing your applications. We cannot stress enough how many times we've had to tell people that their character cannot have been born in 1995 and STILL be in Hogwarts. Please, use a little common sense. What year your character is often correlates with their age, but if your character was born on or after September 1st, they will be in the next year following. So there will be some 14 year olds in 3rd year for example, they just won't be 14 before their 3rd year starts. If you have any questions, PM us.
7. Finally! We need people to actually go along with the plot. We want people INTERESTED in helping along the plot, rather than being bystanders. No matter what, this plot will go down. Its your decision whether you want the added drama of having a possessed character or and evil one or not. If you do chose to become a sacrifice or evil, PM us. We need to know. And… remember to play the part.