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WORK IN PROGRESS

Writing Improvement Team

Welcome to the Writing Improvement section of UFOP:Starbase 118. We have a substantial collection of articles and tutorials to help you work on improving your writing technique. From mechanical considerations such as grammar and word choice, to more advanced topics such as the craft of developing plot elements, we're certain you'll find something of value here to put in your simming toolbox.

The Basics

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New to writing in general, or need a refresher on the basics? Start here.

Advanced Mechanics

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Want to get a handle on the intricacies of form and style?

Creation Techniques

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Creating a new technology or alien race? Dive into this section for some juicy advice.

Mission & Character Development

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Tackle some of the finer points of developing a mission proposal, or fleshing out your character.

Policies & Procedures

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Curious about the official policy on sexism or the PG-13 rating? Review these articles before you make a mistake in your next sim.

The UFOP: Starbase 118 Writing Improvement Team is focused on providing resources to members covering a range of topics related to simming and the process of writing. These include: Overview Going through our Academy ensures that our members are at least proficient in writing to a certain standard, with assistance along the way from our training operations team. After being posted to a ship, beyond some mentoring during the first few months, that process of coaching and growth may stop. Whether you're looking to improve a specific aspect of writing, or need some general advice, our extensive library of tutorials and articles includes: Style and the mechanics of writing well Developing plots and other elements of story Character development techniques Explanations of Starbase 118 simming policies Development of alien races and other non-canon content Past Accomplishments Building Community