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{{Heading|Introduction and Setting|Red}} | {{Heading|Introduction and Setting|Red}} | ||
The USS Gorkon launched in July 2015 under the command of Captain [[Quinn Reynolds]] and comprised of the former [[USS Victory]] crew. Its area of operations is the [[ | The USS Gorkon launched in July 2015 under the command of Captain [[Quinn Reynolds]] and comprised of the former [[USS Victory]] crew, and it initially operated within the [[Menthar Corridor]]. Its current area of operations is the [[Tyrellian Sector]], a section of Federation territory that borders both the Klingon Empire and the Romulan Star Empire; a region of diplomacy, trade and intrigue. | ||
===Groups & Politics=== | ===Groups & Politics=== | ||
:''See also: '''[[ | :''See also: '''[[Tyrellian Sector NPCs]]''' | ||
*The [[ | *The [[Tyrellian|Tyrellian Commonwealth]] | ||
*The [[ | *The [[Klingon Empire]] | ||
*The [[ | *The [[Romulan Star Empire]] | ||
*The [[Romulan Republic]] | |||
*The [[Romulan]] | |||
{{Heading|Sim Format|Red}} | {{Heading|Sim Format|Red}} | ||
The Gorkon's sim format corresponds with that used in the academy as detailed in [http://www.starbase118.net/cadets/training-area/tutorial1/ Tutorial #1]. An example of a properly formatted sim can be found [https://groups.google.com/d/msg/sb118-gorkon/ | The Gorkon's sim format corresponds with that used in the academy as detailed in [http://www.starbase118.net/cadets/training-area/tutorial1/ Tutorial #1]. An example of a properly formatted sim can be found [https://groups.google.com/d/msg/sb118-gorkon/cq84b7HLqWA/x8afmzO4AAAJ here]. | ||
===Character Speech=== | ===Character Speech=== | ||
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===Sim Titles=== | ===Sim Titles=== | ||
Tags are used to indicate certain kinds of sims, such as those coming from PNPCs, MSNPCs, or backsims and joint posts. They can be combined as appropriate. | Tags are used to indicate certain kinds of sims, such as those coming from PNPCs, MSNPCs, or backsims and joint posts. They can be combined as appropriate. | ||
* | * Lt. Commander Tam - Just Another Day At the Office | ||
* | * Hastings and Ch'Kehla - Plans B, C, & D | ||
* [JP] Captain Reynolds & Lt. Stoyer - The Enquiry (Part I) | * [JP] Captain Reynolds & Lt. Stoyer - The Enquiry (Part I) | ||
* [JP] [Backsim] Commander Brunsig & Dr. Chandur - An Unwilling Patient (Part II) | * [JP] [Backsim] Commander Brunsig & Dr. Chandur - An Unwilling Patient (Part II) | ||
===Splitting Sims=== | ===Splitting Sims=== | ||
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===Perspective=== | ===Perspective=== | ||
Your sims should '''always''' come from the perspective of your character. Descriptions ''( | Your sims should '''always''' come from the perspective of your character. Descriptions ''( Susan saw the really neat thing. )'' and thoughts ''(oO I wonder if she'll notice me. Oo)'' that originated in sims for other characters should always be removed or rewritten so that the events of the sim are presented from your character's point of view. | ||
{{Heading|Storytelling on the Gorkon|Red}} | {{Heading|Storytelling on the Gorkon|Red}} | ||
===When | ===When and How to Post=== | ||
The Gorkon's posting requirements are the same as the fleet's full-time requirements: All full-time writers are required to post three times per week, which comes out to at least twelve times per month. Twelve or more of those sims should be for your primary character (PC), a mission-specific NPC (MSNPC), and/or a mission-relevant personal NPC (PNPC). You should feel free to write for and maintain as many personal NPCs (PNPCs) as you'd like, but simming for PNPCs or NPCs that aren't directly related to the mission or its subplots may not count toward your full-time status if you find yourself relying upon them. Bear in mind, too, that twelve sims per month is a baseline requirement, and full-time simming by itself does not guarantee that you'll receive your next promotion or position advancement. | The Gorkon's posting requirements are the same as the fleet's full-time requirements: All full-time writers are required to post three times per week, which comes out to at least twelve times per month. Twelve or more of those sims should be for your primary character (PC), a mission-specific NPC (MSNPC), and/or a mission-relevant personal NPC (PNPC). You should feel free to write for and maintain as many personal NPCs (PNPCs) as you'd like, but simming for PNPCs or NPCs that aren't directly related to the mission or its subplots may not count toward your full-time status if you find yourself relying upon them. Bear in mind, too, that twelve sims per month is a baseline requirement, and full-time simming by itself does not guarantee that you'll receive your next promotion or position advancement. | ||
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* Relocation of group of PCs that does not include your PC. | * Relocation of group of PCs that does not include your PC. | ||
* Destruction of an important building or ship. | * Destruction of an important building or ship. | ||
===Posting Times=== | |||
We strongly encourage everyone on the Gorkon to wait for at least 36 to 48 hours before posting again. This provides the people you've tagged a fair chance to participate in the plot and advance the narrative. Our policy is intended to make sure that you have enough time to write for your 12 sims each month in order to be regarded as full-time. Feel free to post again if everyone replies within an hour, though. We also advise members not to resolve major story twists too quickly and to give other crew members a chance to respond or resolve them before finishing things up. | |||
If you find yourself simming with someone who doesn't respond within three or more days, there are a few options to consider. If there's no one else in the scene to respond to you, you can write another post and tag someone else. If it's a group setting and only one person is missing, it's okay to continue with the rest of the group and leave their tags open. They can always catch up later when they're available. We understand that life can get in the way of our fun, so it's perfectly acceptable to move on. | |||
===Missions and Shore Leave=== | ===Missions and Shore Leave=== | ||
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All crew will assigned a mentor on arrival aboard the Gorkon. The responsibility of a mentor is to act as first point of contact for a new player, to help them to settle in with the crew and to take an active interest in ensuring that they meet all of the requirements for promotion, providing support where necessary. This mentoring isn't restricted to new arrivals and ensigns, and will continue as you progress through the ranks, to help you achieve your goals within the fleet. | All crew will assigned a mentor on arrival aboard the Gorkon. The responsibility of a mentor is to act as first point of contact for a new player, to help them to settle in with the crew and to take an active interest in ensuring that they meet all of the requirements for promotion, providing support where necessary. This mentoring isn't restricted to new arrivals and ensigns, and will continue as you progress through the ranks, to help you achieve your goals within the fleet. | ||
If you wish to participate in the mentoring program, don't hesitate to | If you wish to participate in the mentoring program, don't hesitate to let the command staff know! | ||
{{Heading|Questions?|Red}} | {{Heading|Questions?|Red}} | ||
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the command staff, your mentor or ask on the ship's OOC list. | If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the command staff, your mentor, or ask on the ship's OOC list. | ||
[[Category:USS Gorkon|*]] | [[Category:USS Gorkon|*]] | ||
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