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Post by Courtney Larkin on Jul 26, 2011 9:45:38 GMT -5
We're hoping to have everything started up at the LATEST at the end of the week. In order to do this, we're going to set out a clearer set of rules, [we know, it's been kind of confusing] and make everything just a TAD more organized. We thank all of you for bearing with us, and are so happy you've chosen to roleplay with us.
Today, at least during the day, I'm going to focus on making my own character profiles. I'll be around for minimal assistance, but my main job today is to get myself set up. This evening I'll be working with Nepharet to get a clearer ruleset down, and get my own profile approved! [Yes, even us Admins have to check our profiles through other people]
I'm kind of wanting to fine-tune the background, and we like the theme we've got going on with the blacks, pales, and reds, but if you've got anything to contribute design-wise, feel free to message me on Yahoo.
We're also looking at [later on] having 5 available themes: one for each house, and one as a default. This way students and staff from each house can enjoy a custom skin made just for them. We were looking at this as possibly being a basic Gryffindor theme, but we aren't sure yet. Just throwing this idea at you for future reference!
As always, us Admins are very open to critique, new ideas, and suggestions. Feel free to reply to this thread, or send either one of us a PM. [Not Yahoo today, we're both kinda busy] Have a great day!
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Post by Nepharet on Jul 27, 2011 7:31:06 GMT -5
Hello guys!
I just thought I would update you on some changes that have already been made and are being made. So that you know what's going on and why things have disappeared, moved, the works.
One, we now have official rules. They can be found here. Yes, they are still subject for change and whatnot, but please follow them. Your liability to follow all rules begins at the time of the last modification.
Two, profile code and application codes are up! Yes, they have been up, but I just wanted to remind you. You must follow these codes and all instructions with them. Failure to do so results in consequences, but you surely already know that.
Three, the application for special talents (veela, werewolf, animagi, etc) will be up again no later than Friday! It's currently being revamped, because not everyone can be almighty and full of mysterious powers. The application will be harder and require more responsibilities, if you dislike it, perhaps you should reconsider your ability to play such a character.
Four, we're still doing some board organization and other things related to the coding. So if you can't find something, just ask an admin.
This is rough list of what we're working on so that you know! We are always open to suggestions and appreciate your input. We also hope you're as excited as we are to get everything squared away, so please be patient.
Nepharet
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Post by Courtney Larkin on Jul 27, 2011 9:21:31 GMT -5
Just a quick not on some things that have been changed site-wise:
1. I've put in a code to allow larger avatars, because I felt the 100 pixels were kind of restraining. Please do not upload anything extremely large to use as an avatar [anything larger than 150px]. Yes, the site will resize it for you, but it takes up a lot of room and messes with your "Modify Profile" section.
2. I've put in a code allowing graphics to only be 600x250 pixels. Anything larger than that now has a clickable link to open up the full size in a new window.
3. HOPEFULLY, we're going to have icon pictures soon. If you have any experience in making these buttons up top [inbox, home, new topics, etcetc], please feel free to contribute an idea for them.
Alright, I think that does it for now. Thank you guys so much for being here, being active, and reading these!
Happy Posting,
Courtney
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Post by Nepharet on Aug 3, 2011 13:19:18 GMT -5
UPDATE!
The application for special abilities is finally up! Sorry for the delay in putting it up, but it is now available! This means that basically everything is up and rolling! If you have any requests, questions, or concerns feel free to contact myself or Courtney. As we approach the beginning of the semester we will add applications for clubs and quidditch sign-ups. Everything is falling into place and we're happy to have you here!
Nepharet
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Post by Courtney Larkin on Aug 4, 2011 1:51:49 GMT -5
BASIC ROLEPLAY HAS STARTED!!!!!!!!!!!! EVERYONE REJOICE!!!!!
I know I am, for one. In our timeline, please consider that it's pretty wide open, except the Feast hasn't started yet, because that will be announced by the Headmistress. Students are to be gathered in the Great Hall [we've already noted a few strays] and teachers can either be setting up their rooms, hanging in the staff rooms/offices/classrooms, or entering the Hall. We've even got a couple in Hogsmeade!
Please make sure that if you've registered for the site and haven't put up a profile, that you do so by THIS FRIDAY.
Those without profiles by Friday evening will be deleted, no exceptions unless approved by an admin. We're ready to play, and we're waiting on you!
Otherwise, get out there, have fun, heck, post as your student in Diagon Alley with your parents or something! Run with it, folks!
-is super excited, don't mind me-
:)Courtney
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Post by Nepharet on Aug 8, 2011 16:32:30 GMT -5
Just thought you guys would like to know:
I have updated all students so that their year is part of their title, please let me know if I missed you or anything is inaccurate. Also, everything has been recently updated, go check it out.
I think that covers it? It's nice to see you roleplaying!
Nepharet[/font]
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Post by Nepharet on Aug 14, 2011 16:41:07 GMT -5
Hello again!
I'd like to inform you that we have added a new rule to the site. You should take the time to take another review of the site rules and regulations. But in short, the new rule states that you may not have more than four (4) characters on the site. No one is currently in violation of this rule, so happy roleplaying!
Nepharet
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Post by Courtney Larkin on Aug 28, 2011 2:31:26 GMT -5
It is currently 2:03AM EST. I would like to say HEY SORRY BOUT THE LEAVING THING, first off. School/work/life/drama/family crap has had me twisted in knots and not able to devote time to my baby [you guys heartheart]....ANYWAY HI I'M BACK.
To those of you who AREN'T aware, we've had some forum drama as of late and would like to now instill a few new rules:
1. There is now a NO-TOLERANCE policy for drama. This includes outside of forum drama that may affect the forum, i.e. fighting amongst players. You don't have to get to know each other. You don't have to be buddy buddy. You're here for roleplay. While it's NICE to make OOC friends, it's not really necessary. Any bickering between players will result in the following consequences:
-Meeting with mods to discuss issues and why they are affecting the forum
-Probationary period of two weeks, where we monitor you [you being anyone involved] CLOSELY, and if more drama happens, the party that the admins feel has caused the majority of the problem will be banned. Should admins not be able to decide on this, both or all parties will be banned.
2. I'm not sure if we have implemented this rule yet or not, but I'm re-implementing it...No more than 4 characters. Period. Any more than this must be approved by both admins beforehand. Too many characters spreads people too thin, and gets things confused.
3. After creating an account, you have two weeks from the date of approval to submit a profile. This prevents any lurkers and the like.
If I think of anything else, I'll let you know!! Happy posting,
Courtney
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Post by Nepharet on Aug 28, 2011 8:36:12 GMT -5
Welcome back!
In addition to everything Courtney has announced. I would like to say a few things:
First, I am watching you--all of you--very closely. Let's be civil, yes?
Two, based upon recent events I have created a Permanent Record board. However, this is just another form of archive currently. If necessary, you will all receive actual permanent records that only the staff can see.
I believe those are the two major things I wanted to include.
Happy roleplaying,
Nepharet[/size]
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Post by Nepharet on Sept 1, 2011 9:32:41 GMT -5
I'm back again!
Just letting you guys know that the "Face Claim" thread has been moved to Applications for fairly obvious reasons.
That is all.
Nepharet[/size]
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Post by Courtney Larkin on Sept 4, 2011 13:38:24 GMT -5
Hey all!
Just a reminder to new players:
Unless all classes are available, please enroll for every class a student of your year can take. When all classes are being taught, you may drop a few, but until then, let's all just sort of fill the board.
Thanks for understanding!!
Courtney
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Post by Courtney Larkin on Sept 4, 2011 22:59:04 GMT -5
Very, very few times do people truly amaze me with how they conduct their affairs with people, roleplayers in particular. And very, VERY few times do I not look upon my adminship as a wonderful, awesome experience. One of those few times happened this very evening. In the event that this has happened, I don't believe I've made myself very clear. This is my final saying of these things, since they should be very obvious.
1. Nepharet and I are BOTH admins. One day, I thought upon creating a Harry Potter Roleplay forum. She enlightened me about proboards and its benefits. Seeing her knowledge of these forums and her knowledge of design, as well as her knowledge and love of Harry Potter, I brought Miss Nepharet on board as a CO-Admin to my forum. This means that she has JUST as much right as I do to know things. She has JUST as much authority as I do to dictate who/when/how/etc. And in my impending absence due to life issues, SHE is your admin. Her Co-Admins in my absence are Vis [Laylani, Acumen] and Sam [Ursula, Headmistress]. They will have JUST as much authority to information as myself, and will be JUST as accepted as an authority to this forum. Any inquiries regarding that may be brought to me via yahoo.
2. This is a HARRY POTTER Roleplay forum. As in the novel series by J.K. Rowling, and the movie series based off such novels. That would mean that this roleplay is based in the Harry Potter world, has the Harry Potter restrictions, and such. This would also mean that the Harry Potter Lexicon or Wiki would be your best bet, if you are unaware of the universe, to get started learning before playing. If not, you're more than welcome to watch the movies or read the books for yourself. If you have zero Harry Potter knowledge at all, no offense, but you will not fit in here. That is much like taking my N4PD Character to a Fallout Roleplay, where it would not fit in well at all. I understand that good roleplay is few and far between nowdays, but PLEASE do not was my/Nepharet's time with posting a character that holds no relevance to the forum. It is not only time consuming trying to figure out what you're doing, it is annoying. And childish.
VERY seldom do I have to be the bad guy, and I NEVER enjoy it. But I am 1)Under lots of IRL stress, 2)dealing with school/this forum/family, 3)tired of wasting my time with roleplayers who aren't serious about this. I hope you all see this as tough love and not "Courtney going bitch mode." That is not what this is intended as. If you have any major issues with any of this, you are more than welcome to PM me about it. Otherwise, these are tried and true rules, and if you cannot accept them you are welcome to delete your profile, and no feelings will be hurt.
Have a lovely evening,
Courtney
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Post by Courtney Larkin on Sept 6, 2011 13:25:28 GMT -5
New Rule Incoming!!!
I've noticed a lot of very short threads. While this is totally fine and acceptable if the plot goes that direction, I would like to ask that you don't "change locations" or lock your thread down until it is at least two decent pages long. This generally consists of 15-20 replies, and I think that's plenty sufficient. This keeps the board from filling up with short posts/threads, and helps us keep track of what's going on a lot easier.
I appreciate your time and patience!
Courtney
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Post by Nepharet on Sept 6, 2011 22:03:33 GMT -5
Update!
Due to a false and pathetic superiority complex, Michael (Morgan Ravilin, Razeil Black, and Professor Silver) will not be returning to Number four, Privet Drive. I personally apologize for any inconvenience he has caused. Some people are just selfish.
Thank you for understanding,
Nepharet[/size]
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Post by Nepharet on Sept 27, 2011 21:35:32 GMT -5
Oh my goodness! It's been 21 days since I posted an announcement!
Well then. Let's get to updating. First off, I'd like to welcome The Nice One our new Head Mod/Part-time Admin. She will be assisting me in Courtney's absence as well as be our Head for the Welcoming Committee, Plotwork and Development as well as the main Moderator of Hogsmeade. In the next few days I hope to have the "Meet the Staff" thread up and running.
Second, I have come to the decision that classes will start no later than 10/15/2011. I hope to have them opened sooner, but I make no guarantees. For the time being we'll use the open classes with active professors. After I have decided on an official start of term date I will release an end-of-term date.
I believe that is all the major events occurring on the site!
Happy roleplaying,
Nepharet[/size]
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