Post by Buffy Summers on Feb 16, 2009 11:06:05 GMT 9.5
Some commonly asked questions that should help you if you become stuck somewhere. If you're still not sure about something after reading these, please PM an admin and we'll try to help you as best as we can.
What does BTVSRP stand for?
This stands for Buffy The Vampire Slayer RolePlay.
What does OOC mean?
OOC stands for Out Of Character. If a member puts OOC before something it means that the member is saying it and not their character.
What does *muse* mean?
If you see this at the end of a post, it means a member has little to say. It's alright to do this, but don't make a habit out of it.
What is PMing?
PM stands for Personal Message. It is like an email system already set into your account by joining the board. It is a great way to communicate Out Of Character (OOC) without having to make a thread or having everyone read it.
How do I send a PM?
Simply click on the member who you want to PM. At the top of their profile there will an option saying "Send a Personal Message." Click that and type a subject and then your message like you were sending an email. All PMs are private.
Why do I have to delete my old PMs?
If you accumulate a certain amount of messages your inbox will be full. Without warning it will stop new messages from coming in. This may prevent you from getting messages from staff or other members. Click the check box next to the messages you wish to delete and click delete at the bottom. You inbox can hold a maximum of 25 - 50 messages.
How do I know what character I should be?
Well, only you can know who you WANT to be, but we do provide a list of taken characters. Only one person can RP as a character, once it's taken, it's gone. Now, a user may be deleted, or leave, then the character is back on the market, and we will make sure this is known!
What's a C-Box?
C-Box means chat box. This is located at the bottom of the website and it's where you can chat to other members and guests about anything really. It's also a great place to discuss new plot ideas.
What name should I use in the C-Box?
Any name you wish. However, you cannot use a character name until your application has been approved.
Why can't I see any of the responses in the C-Box?
You may need to refresh your browser. Another reason could be that no-one else is online at the time.
How can I limit a thread to one or two people?
Please refer to the rules!
What is the password for the Registration?
Please refer to the rules!
The password won't work, why?
One reason, you didn't read the rules thoroughly.
How to I put a signature in my profile?
Use the code below:
What is God-Modding?
This means that you posses the actions of other members.
Example 1. WRONG: Buffy walked into the graveyard and noticed Spike. Spike then turned around and laughed right in her face.
Example 2. RIGHT: Buffy walked into the graveyard and noticed Spike. She waited for him to notice her arrival.
You must wait for Spike to reply.
How do I post a character application?
Well, you must first enter the password. Then, copy the application, and start a new thread right there on the Application board and enter your information, that easy! You can look at other, accepted Applications in the Taken Characters board.
I can't sign in with my character name, what's up?
You must sign in with the username you registered, even when you have a character.
What is an Activity Check?
We admins use this once every few months to see who is inactive. It will be posted in the BTVS Officials and we'd also know if you've been reading the updates and announcements. If you fail to reply, you will lose your character and your account will be deleted. However, you can return anytime.
All you need to do is reply with the following:
Username:
Character:
Remember to do this for all your characters!
I'm going on vacation, will I lose my character?
If you let an admin know before you leave then no. However, if you're away while an Activity Check happens and you don't reply, then unfortunately yes.
I have a warning! Why?
It simply means you made a mistake and did something against the rules. No matter how small the offense, if you do not try to correct it (by contacting us, or quickly rectifying the situation) then you will get a small warning. They eventually go away, so no worries. Only the "big bads" get a full warning, then they are deleted.
I don't have an account anymore, why?
You're account could have been deleted for a few reasons. Inactivity is the biggest. Don't get us wrong, we don't want you to dedicate your life to this, but we need some constant activity, but, if you are gone for MONTHS, this just can't happen. We need a heads up, or you're deleted. If you feel you have the time to devote once again, you may sign up again!
Also, you could be a big ole meanie and have too much of a warning bar, but, this probably will never happen.
How do I start Role Playing?
You can start by just jumping in. You get your character, and you can start a new thread, or walk up in on an Open RP. That's all. The only thing you have to have permission to post is Plot Threads. But, if you still have questions and concerns with this, please feel free to PM an Admin, we are here to help!
How do I start a Plot?
First, you must have an imagination. But, we are sure you do, or you wouldn't be here, right? Then, you must talk it out with the other characters (in an OOC thread or the C-Box), type out the Plot plan, get the others involved to approve, state that it is approved on the plan and PM it to the Admins. We will overview it, and post it in the Plot thread with a Seal of Acceptance (If accepted)! If it isn't accepted, we will send the sender back a PM letting them know why.
Why is my application still pending when everyone else's is being accepted?
Don't worry. If we deny you... we will deny you. We won't just let it sit there. If your application is still pending it may just because the admin are still deciding or you haven't modified it as we may have suggested. So make sure you keep looking back to make sure.
What is an OC Character?
This is a character you make up to roleplay as. You choose their powers, history and so on. So in conclusion, an OC character is not a character from Buffy the Vampire Slayer or Angel.
What is a custom title?
A custom title is basically another name for your character. It can be something your character is considered or a nick name. I'm Buffy and my custom title is The Chosen One. Angel's could be Tall, Dark and Forehead. A custom title can be anything you want it to be.
Someone else has applied for the character I'd like to apply for and it's still in Registration, can I still apply for that character?
You can, however the way we'd sort that out would be to accept the most detailed application so we know who would play them the best, even if you did apply for them first. But even if you don't get that certain character, there are plenty more to choose from.
When was this board created?
The birth of this board was 15/02/2009
What does BTVSRP stand for?
This stands for Buffy The Vampire Slayer RolePlay.
What does OOC mean?
OOC stands for Out Of Character. If a member puts OOC before something it means that the member is saying it and not their character.
What does *muse* mean?
If you see this at the end of a post, it means a member has little to say. It's alright to do this, but don't make a habit out of it.
What is PMing?
PM stands for Personal Message. It is like an email system already set into your account by joining the board. It is a great way to communicate Out Of Character (OOC) without having to make a thread or having everyone read it.
How do I send a PM?
Simply click on the member who you want to PM. At the top of their profile there will an option saying "Send a Personal Message." Click that and type a subject and then your message like you were sending an email. All PMs are private.
Why do I have to delete my old PMs?
If you accumulate a certain amount of messages your inbox will be full. Without warning it will stop new messages from coming in. This may prevent you from getting messages from staff or other members. Click the check box next to the messages you wish to delete and click delete at the bottom. You inbox can hold a maximum of 25 - 50 messages.
How do I know what character I should be?
Well, only you can know who you WANT to be, but we do provide a list of taken characters. Only one person can RP as a character, once it's taken, it's gone. Now, a user may be deleted, or leave, then the character is back on the market, and we will make sure this is known!
What's a C-Box?
C-Box means chat box. This is located at the bottom of the website and it's where you can chat to other members and guests about anything really. It's also a great place to discuss new plot ideas.
What name should I use in the C-Box?
Any name you wish. However, you cannot use a character name until your application has been approved.
Why can't I see any of the responses in the C-Box?
You may need to refresh your browser. Another reason could be that no-one else is online at the time.
How can I limit a thread to one or two people?
Please refer to the rules!
What is the password for the Registration?
Please refer to the rules!
The password won't work, why?
One reason, you didn't read the rules thoroughly.
How to I put a signature in my profile?
Use the code below:
[img] sig location [/img]
What is God-Modding?
This means that you posses the actions of other members.
Example 1. WRONG: Buffy walked into the graveyard and noticed Spike. Spike then turned around and laughed right in her face.
Example 2. RIGHT: Buffy walked into the graveyard and noticed Spike. She waited for him to notice her arrival.
You must wait for Spike to reply.
How do I post a character application?
Well, you must first enter the password. Then, copy the application, and start a new thread right there on the Application board and enter your information, that easy! You can look at other, accepted Applications in the Taken Characters board.
I can't sign in with my character name, what's up?
You must sign in with the username you registered, even when you have a character.
What is an Activity Check?
We admins use this once every few months to see who is inactive. It will be posted in the BTVS Officials and we'd also know if you've been reading the updates and announcements. If you fail to reply, you will lose your character and your account will be deleted. However, you can return anytime.
All you need to do is reply with the following:
Username:
Character:
Remember to do this for all your characters!
I'm going on vacation, will I lose my character?
If you let an admin know before you leave then no. However, if you're away while an Activity Check happens and you don't reply, then unfortunately yes.
I have a warning! Why?
It simply means you made a mistake and did something against the rules. No matter how small the offense, if you do not try to correct it (by contacting us, or quickly rectifying the situation) then you will get a small warning. They eventually go away, so no worries. Only the "big bads" get a full warning, then they are deleted.
I don't have an account anymore, why?
You're account could have been deleted for a few reasons. Inactivity is the biggest. Don't get us wrong, we don't want you to dedicate your life to this, but we need some constant activity, but, if you are gone for MONTHS, this just can't happen. We need a heads up, or you're deleted. If you feel you have the time to devote once again, you may sign up again!
Also, you could be a big ole meanie and have too much of a warning bar, but, this probably will never happen.
How do I start Role Playing?
You can start by just jumping in. You get your character, and you can start a new thread, or walk up in on an Open RP. That's all. The only thing you have to have permission to post is Plot Threads. But, if you still have questions and concerns with this, please feel free to PM an Admin, we are here to help!
How do I start a Plot?
First, you must have an imagination. But, we are sure you do, or you wouldn't be here, right? Then, you must talk it out with the other characters (in an OOC thread or the C-Box), type out the Plot plan, get the others involved to approve, state that it is approved on the plan and PM it to the Admins. We will overview it, and post it in the Plot thread with a Seal of Acceptance (If accepted)! If it isn't accepted, we will send the sender back a PM letting them know why.
Why is my application still pending when everyone else's is being accepted?
Don't worry. If we deny you... we will deny you. We won't just let it sit there. If your application is still pending it may just because the admin are still deciding or you haven't modified it as we may have suggested. So make sure you keep looking back to make sure.
What is an OC Character?
This is a character you make up to roleplay as. You choose their powers, history and so on. So in conclusion, an OC character is not a character from Buffy the Vampire Slayer or Angel.
What is a custom title?
A custom title is basically another name for your character. It can be something your character is considered or a nick name. I'm Buffy and my custom title is The Chosen One. Angel's could be Tall, Dark and Forehead. A custom title can be anything you want it to be.
Someone else has applied for the character I'd like to apply for and it's still in Registration, can I still apply for that character?
You can, however the way we'd sort that out would be to accept the most detailed application so we know who would play them the best, even if you did apply for them first. But even if you don't get that certain character, there are plenty more to choose from.
When was this board created?
The birth of this board was 15/02/2009