Part I: Realm Expectations
As a large-scale endeavor, there are a few expectations of how the stories, characters, and interactions play out. Part One discusses information on
Realm Decrees,
How to Participate, and the
Open Forum Policy, all facets of the overall Realm Expectations for Elemi Chronicles.
There are five decrees that point out information that is relevant to keep up with. This section is subject to change and revision as the needs arise. The second section elaborates on what you, as the player, are meant to accomplish and in what order before fully diving into roleplaying in the world. Finally, the first part concludes with a note on communication between players and the game master and how to propose requests for new features or editing.
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Introduction
Realm Decrees are an essential part of the structure of this roleplay. For now Elemi Chronicles adheres to five proclamations; Time is Ruled by the Ephemeris, Dive into the Wiki, Complete Player Forms, Utilize NPG Player Tools, and Discord for Roleplay News. Decrees are subject to change as needs arise.
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Time is Ruled by the Ephemeris
KEY NOTES
- The IN-GAME TIMELINE follows a custom fantasy calendar located here**.
- The Ephemeris houses References for Character Creation.
- Information on the specifics of the calendar can be found in the NPG.
- Players can request edits, additions, or extra information on things noted in the Ephemeris.
- The Fantasy Calendar has Discord Integration for quick access.
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Dive into the Wiki
KEY NOTES
- There is a custom Wikipedia for the roleplay on Fandom.
- This wiki holds all the information on the roleplay and is a good tool for character creation.
- Access to the Wiki is restricted for meta purposes. (characters knowing information without proper actions, being in events that don't make sense for your characters)
- A thorough discussion on character creation enables access to restricted settings, powers, etc.
- The NPG details step-by-step how to parse the wiki.
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Complete Player Forms
KEY NOTES
- For the best rendition of your creations, the game requires a few forms and quizzes to complete before fully integrating into the roleplay.
- All necessary forms are located on Riddle here.**
- These forms help elaborate on specifics of your character, which allows the GM to best assess what kind of destiny they will have and what Elemi will choose them at the beginning of their journey.
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The NPG is an Essential Tool
KEY NOTES
- The NPG stands for New Player Guide, and is the first stop any player will have when joining Elemi Chronicles.
- This step-by-step guide on the roleplay details specific information for other facets of Elemi Chronicles; both OOC and IC.
- If the NPG doesn't touch on a topic you want more knowledge on, please make a request on the appropriate page.
- This handbook will offer a variety of answers, information, and key points on how to interact with roleplay perks.
- There is a section for every part that makes up this roleplay.
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Roleplay Discord for News
KEY NOTES
- To stay up to date on roleplay announcements, news, and events Elemi Chronicles hosts a Discord Server for players to join.
- The discord has integration with the IN-CHARACTER calendar and has instruction on how to use it as a player in the server.
- Players can request new features be added to the server, such as bots and other integrations.
- Elemi Chronicles' Discord is mostly for out of character material, questions, and social interests among the player base of Elemi.
- The link to the server will be here.**
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I. REVIEW ALL INFORMATION
The first step in participating in Elemi Chronicles is to review all pertinent information. Most of the introductory phase requires reading through and completing the NPG and OOC first steps.
II.COMPLETE THE NPG
The New Player Guide is vital to understanding the mechanics and inner details of the roleplay and how it is run. Participating in this part is essential for assimilation into the world when in character. When you complete the NPG, the next phase is customizing your player and character profiles.
III. NEW PLAYER PROFILE CUSTOMIZATION
All new players earn a player profile once completing the introductory phases. It is a complimentary page to detail your progress through the world and the storybooks. There is a Player Achievements System that highlights and notates when you or other players achieve a hidden GM goal, only to be revealed when the time is right. The profiles are static pages that chronicle your player information while storing your past, present, and future characters.
IV. PICK AN ARCHAIC BINDING
The IN-CHARACTER WORLD unfolds via Storybooks. It is a separate space where a collection of tales are told via the player and the GM(s). There are five types of adventures that weave destinies and epics beyond your wildest dreams. These Storybooks represent arcs of time, events, interpersonal relationships, and elemi exploration. No matter what your characters do in each excursion into the IN-CHARACTER WORLD, the player must assign each slot an Archaic Binding. This binding touches each Player Character's experiences with NPCS, Elemi, Events, and Atmosphere of the setting as a whole. After the binding is set, a date will be annotated in the IC Calendar, and the character will be approved to move forward into the final phase; Origin Elemi Initiation.
V. FIRST ELEMI ACHIEVEMENT
Becoming a fully-fledged player in Elemi Chronicles means you initiate your characters with their Origin Elemi. Like the concept of a starting Pokemon, this Elemi will be the first your character encounters in the Main Arc of the Roleplay. It is an IC stand-alone event that happens for all first-made characters. The option to go through the initiation with additionally made characters is available, as well as a particular path and Elemi course after the first rites. This process is where you answer questions and, based on your answers, receive a special Origin Elemi that grows with you. After completing the short IC EVENT, your character and Origin Elemi may start unfolding their tale. A FIRST ELEMI ACHIEVEMENT BADGE WILL BE ADDED TO YOUR PROFILE.
VI. JOIN THE IN-CHARACTER WORLD!
Have all NEW PLAYER REQUIREMENTS been met? Well, lucky you! It is time to enter a storybook and follow the threads of fate where they may lead. What rabbit trails will you lead down? Explore an expansive world brimming with extraordinary creatures that range in size and shape, might and meekness. Feel the emotions of a raging battle with your troops or a fierce competition between foes. Unlock the knowledge of the hidden world that lays in wait with Elemi Chronicles.
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Come One! Come All!
Information on the "Open Forum Policy" for this roleplay.
Freely Ask Questions
Feel free to ask as many questions as you need to understand how this roleplay works. If it is an important question that affects the whole roleplay than it will be added to the Resources Post as a F.A.Q.
Idea Consideration
If you have an idea to add to the roleplay, let the GM know! It is always welcome for a player to contribute new ideas to Elemi Chronicles. Whether it be a new roleplay perk, deity, or elemi your thoughts are important to express.
Comments and Concerns
Let us know if you have a comment or concern about something in the roleplay. Is a mechanic not making sense? Perhaps you think a certain character is OP. No matter what it is, be sure to politely explain your thoughts to the GM.
Part II: Rules and Guidelines
All good things must have some order and rules to work in harmony; thus, Elemi Chronicles requires all players to adhere to these guidelines.
ROLEPLAY RULES
Rule 01. Follow all Iwaku ToS!
Please adhere to all of Iwakuroleplay's Terms of Service. This rule is the most essential since we use Iwaku for our roleplays. Make sure always to follow them as they are the number one guideline.
Rule 02. Use Proper Roleplay Etiquette
When roleplaying with others, please remember to use proper etiquette. This rule means not taking control of other characters, using original ideas for your creations, and generally following the realm expectations set forth for this roleplay.
Rule 03. Keep OOC Drama Out of the RP
If you have a problem with another player in the roleplay, please take your grievances to PM. This place is for having fun and exploring stories with one another without trouble. The only drama we should have here is strictly IC.
Rule 04. Always Ask Questions
If you don't understand how something works or have a question about anything, please don't hesitate to ask it! Some aspects of this roleplay can be advanced and hard to understand if never done before. It would help if you asked any questions so everyone could have a smooth and fun experience with this roleplay and its parts. I'll do my best to answer whatever comes to your mind.
Rule 05. Absyinthe is GM
The Main GM of this roleplay is
@Absyinthe. Any questions or comments about the roleplay and how it works should go to her. If you wish to help out with the roleplay, be sure to ask first. Abysinthe has the final word for the plots, perks, and other parts of Elemi Chronicles.
BASIC CHARACTER GUIDELINES
For a general rule of thumb, your characters must follow these guidelines before your player creativity can shape them into unique flowers.
GUIDELINE I. CHARACTER SLOTS ARE RANKED
To enable an organic flow to the roleplay timeline, player characters are limited on the number of characters you may have and use at any given time. The first slot for any New Player is the most important as it shapes your journey long-term and should be carefully crafted. This slot is given the Gold Rank for it's importance and placement in events. Subsequently, there are four extra slots for New Players to experiment with. These slots are ranked by limitations with abilities and manipulation of events, if necessary; preferrably, for those who wish to make a CANON character in the Elemi Chronicles World.
A CANON character means they have a predestined disposition in the setting, be it a king, well known merchant or other means. Some types of species are so powerful you may only have a character tame them of a certain slot rank. Further down the road there will be expansions to the slots and types of characters possible.
GUIDELINE II. CERTAIN STORYBOOKS ARE ARCHBOUND
When you pick your character slots binding, it will influence the types of adventures you can participate in. Most Storybooks are open and at your liberty for delving; however, rare events and legendary scenarios that can happen in the IC timeline require experienced characters with a well tamed troop and friends to aid them to concur. Only if you meet the requirements for the challenge may you enter the thread.
GUIDELINE III. PROGRESSION SYSTEM MATTERS
As you make your way through this large-scale realm, please remember to mind the progressions systems in place, and if you need help locating information or recording an incident, make sure to head to the right place to request it. The experience and leveling isn't quite 1:1 to Pokemon, and is flexible in nature as needs arise or wants require changing of mechanics. The most important role your characters will have, is building friendships with their Elemi and taming theTroops you make along the way. While battling is more of a sport than a must, there can be instances where dangerous entitites and people can thwart innocent plans at any moment. The final piece to this roleplays systems is exploration and enjoying the setting carefully crafted for you.
GUIDELINE IV. STATISTICS FOR MULTIPLE CHARACTERS
The roleplay perks add whole layers of complexity to the fundamentals of general roleplaying on Iwaku, so understand that adding multiple characters comes at a small warning for upkeep. The idea behind this entry is to carry a legacy with one slot and, finally once laid to rest after a long journey you may experience heightened levels of access to the depths within. Overall, if you need any help maintaining a healthy balance of characters, please let me know.
GUIDELINE V. ELEMI CHARACTER META IS GM CONTROLLED
The GM controls interactions with Elemi by how they may behave when given tasks, affection, or neglect. The style in which your character plays and lives with their creatures determines how many outcomes can occur. Once a creature is at MAX tame level, the META is in the possesion of the Player Character and does not need to be monitored by GM(s). Basically, as long as your character understands what to do by uncovering knowledge about the Elemi through character actions, you can insert that Elemi into any extra Stories without aid from GMs.