OOC: Putting together a primer

[doubting_tom]

I brought this over here because this is more Cam-centric and I didn't want a debate on my other LJ.

Topic of conversation:

"If an RST was putting together a primer on how to get involved in plot and steal the keys to the plot bus, what suggestions would you make for it?"

Go.

Comments

[pen_dragon]

A large part of it, I think, can be phrased simply:

Don't be afraid to take the Starring Role. Most people, I would think, would not want to be in the spotlight/main role position. It's incredibly fun, however. ;)

[khourytamarisk]

I suppose there's also something to the idea of "Let other people have their chance at 'the Starring Role.'"

Many STs and players get into ruts of letting the same people "be the star" over and over again, even when others are making valid "star" concepts/PCs. This may partially be due to stereotyping people into roles that they typically play, or due to the fact that some people simply have a more dynamic IC/OOC personality. Regardless, everyone deserves their chance to stand in the spotlight and shine, especially if they normally do not get the chance. All wallflowers do, eventually, dance.

If, however, someone desperately does not want to be "in the spotlight," their wishes should be respected as well, but I'm fairly certain it will be obvious as to which players/PCs want to be "stars" and which do not.

[pen_dragon]

*nods* I daresay Common Sense should be the guiding light, but we all know what that is.

A merit no one takes ;)

[khourytamarisk]

Unfortunately, Guiding Light is a bad "soap opera," and is a perfect example of the convoluted situation that Requiem is at the moment. ;P

I really do wish players and STs would use Common Sense, but many people simply do not possess it when it comes to "their plots" or "their PCs."

[pen_dragon]

*nods* Agreed. I suppose I should clarify my opinion then;

Those who have not been in the spotlight should try it out, while those who have should try supporting roles. Variety is the spice of life, aye? ;)

[khourytamarisk]

You and I are in complete agreement on this. I'm just feeling a bit cheeky this evening. ;)

[pen_dragon]

Hmmm...

*kisses on the cheeky?*

Don't mind me. Sleep dep whee ;)

[khourytamarisk]

Right there with you, my friend. Restful sleep is my long lost friend, and I take it you haven't seen him lately.... ;)

[pen_dragon]

I adore that icon.

so much....

[khourytamarisk]

*chuckles* Feel free to steal it, if you wish. The people to give credit to are on my User Icons page. I believe I have 10 Stitch (or Lilo & Stitch icons) currently. Use as many as you like. :)

[pen_dragon]

I am, sadly, ona non-paid account. I have my three, and eso es todo.

(Mark's gonna whack us, ping-ponging on his lj like this. :D )