News Files - Getting Characters - Revision history

Liu at 14:06, 3 March 2021

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	* '''Alternate Characters''': Our alts system allows you to specify what characters of yours other players can associate with you. It also allows you to configure which alts take precedence (if any) for receiving messages from channels and BBS notifications. See +help +alts in-game for more details.		* '''Alternate Characters''': Our alts system allows you to specify what characters of yours other players can associate with you. It also allows you to configure which alts take precedence (if any) for receiving messages from channels and BBS notifications. See +help +alts in-game for more details.
	* '''Time Zone''': Each player only has to set their time zone once, as it is managed by your account. You can set it with ''+config system/timezone=<entry>''. While there are other options available, most people will set it as America/Los_Angelos, America/Phoenix, America/Chicago, or America/New_York. For a full list, see ''help timezones2'' through ''help timezones13'' in-game.		* '''Time Zone''': Each player only has to set their time zone once, as it is managed by your account. You can set it with ''+config system/timezone=<entry>''. While there are other options available, most people will set it as America/Los_Angelos, America/Phoenix, America/Chicago, or America/New_York. For a full list, see ''help timezones2'' through ''help timezones13'' in-game.
	* '''Wiki''': If your character has an alias, like Daredevil, ~~you would~~ use that for the title of your Wiki entry. If your character does not, like Foggy Nelson, you ~~would~~ use their short form first name, followed by an underscore, and then their surname for their wiki entry~~. You can set it with ''+finger/set wiki=http://unitedheroesmush.com/<entry>''~~.		* '''Wiki''': You should not set this field. It will already be set for a previously played character. For new characters, staff creates all character pages on Wiki and they will set this field in your information once that page is created. If your character has an alias, like Daredevil, we will use that for the title of your Wiki entry. If your character does not, like Foggy Nelson, you will use their short form first name, followed by an underscore, and then their surname for their wiki entry.
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	== Questions ==		== Questions ==

Liu at 14:05, 3 March 2021

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	* '''Hair''': You can set your character's hair colour with ''+finger/set hair=<entry>''. Options include, but are not limited to: Auburn, Black, Blond(e), Blue, Brown, Green, Grey, Red, Violet, and White.		* '''Hair''': You can set your character's hair colour with ''+finger/set hair=<entry>''. Options include, but are not limited to: Auburn, Black, Blond(e), Blue, Brown, Green, Grey, Red, Violet, and White.

	== Profile ==		== Profile & Info ==

	* '''Profile''': You can set the profile of your character with ''+finger/set profile=<entry>''. A profile is a paragraph or two that gives a brief "snapshot" of your character when someone checks your +finger. It should be short.		* '''Profile''': You can set the profile of your character with ''+finger/set profile=<entry>''. A profile is a paragraph or two (at most) that gives a brief "snapshot" of your character when someone checks your +finger. It should be short.
	* '''Quote''': You can set the quote for your character with ''+finger/set quote=<"entry">''.		* '''Quote''': You can set the quote for your character with ''+finger/set quote=<"entry">''.
			* '''Rating''': We use movie style ratings in this field. G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, M. (X is not to be used.) You can set the rating for your role-play with ''+finger/set rating=<entry>''.
	* '''Played By''': You can set the actor or actress for your character with ''+finger/set playedby=<entry>''.		* '''Played By''': You can set the actor or actress for your character with ''+finger/set playedby=<entry>''.
	* '''Theme Song''': You can set the theme song for your character with ''+finger/set themesong=<entry>''.		* '''Theme Song''': You can set the theme song for your character with ''+finger/set themesong=<entry>''.
	* '''Reference Picture''': You can set a reference picture for your character with ''+finger/set picture=<entry>''.		* '''Reference Picture''': We ask that all pictures be Safe for Work. You can set a reference picture for your character with ''+finger/set picture=<entry>''.
	* '''Alternate Characters''': Our alts system allows you to specify what characters of yours other players can associate with you. It also allows you to configure which alts take ~~precedent~~ (if any) for receiving messages from channels and BBS notifications. See +help +alts in-game for more details.		* '''Alternate Characters''': Our alts system allows you to specify what characters of yours other players can associate with you. It also allows you to configure which alts take precedence (if any) for receiving messages from channels and BBS notifications. See +help +alts in-game for more details.
	* '''Time Zone''': Each player only has to set their time zone once, as it is managed by your account. You can set it with ''+config system/timezone=<entry>''. While there are other options available, most people will set it as America/~~Los_Angeles~~, America/Phoenix, America/Chicago, or America/New_York. For a full list, see ''help timezones2'' through ''help timezones13'' in-game.		* '''Time Zone''': Each player only has to set their time zone once, as it is managed by your account. You can set it with ''+config system/timezone=<entry>''. While there are other options available, most people will set it as America/Los_Angelos, America/Phoenix, America/Chicago, or America/New_York. For a full list, see ''help timezones2'' through ''help timezones13'' in-game.
	* '''Wiki''': If your character has an alias, like Daredevil, you would use that for the title of your Wiki entry. If your character does not, like Foggy Nelson, you would use their short form first name, followed by an underscore, and then their surname for their wiki entry. You can set it with ''+finger/set wiki=http://unitedheroesmush.com/<entry>''.		* '''Wiki''': If your character has an alias, like Daredevil, you would use that for the title of your Wiki entry. If your character does not, like Foggy Nelson, you would use their short form first name, followed by an underscore, and then their surname for their wiki entry. You can set it with ''+finger/set wiki=http://unitedheroesmush.com/<entry>''.
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Liu at 13:42, 3 March 2021

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	* We require any character that has not been played previously to be sent in through the pitch process, to give us an idea of your plans for the character. If you claim a character that already exists and intend to play them in a different manner from the portrayal that's been on game historically, we will need a pitch sent for that as well. (See [[News File - Pitching Characters\|Pitching Characters]])		* We require any character that has not been played previously to be sent in through the pitch process, to give us an idea of your plans for the character. If you claim a character that already exists and intend to play them in a different manner from the portrayal that's been on game historically, we will need a pitch sent for that as well. (See [[News File - Pitching Characters\|Pitching Characters]])
	* We reserve the right to reject concepts that are not be in the best interests of the game.		* We reserve the right to reject concepts that are not be in the best interests of the game.
	* Once claimed, players have ~~fourteen (~~14) days to submit an application for that character.		* Once claimed, players have 14 days to submit an application for that character.
	* If that application is rejected, players have ~~seven (~~7) days to submit a revised application.		* If that application is rejected, players have 7 days to submit a revised application.
	* Should an extension be necessary, players must send in a request for approval explaining why they need the extension (see +help +request).		* Should an extension be necessary, players must send in a request for approval explaining why they need the extension (see +help +request).
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Liu at 14:07, 1 March 2021

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	'''Feature Characters'''<br>		'''Feature Characters'''<br>
	You can get lists of fictional characters originally appearing in animation, books, comics, films, television, and video games published by Dark Horse Comics, DC Entertainment, IDW Publishing, Image Comics, Marvel Entertainment, and Other sources. They are by no means exhaustive lists, but they give an indication of playable characters. Each one will have a status of Open, Claimed, Approved, Deceased, or Tiny-Plot. You can get these lists from anywhere on the game by typing +fclist <source>. You can also look on the [[Character Listing]] page.		You can get lists of fictional characters originally appearing in animation, books, comics, films, television, and video games published by Dark Horse Comics, DC Entertainment, IDW Publishing, Image Comics, Marvel Entertainment, and Other sources. They are by no means exhaustive lists, but they give an indication of playable characters. Each one will have a status of Open, Claimed, Approved, Deceased, or Tiny-Plot. You can get these lists from anywhere on the game by typing +fclist <source>. You can also look on the [[Character Listing]] page on our Wiki.
	* You can request '''<font color=#00ff00>Open</font color>''' characters by typing ''+request/Claim <NAME>=I would like to claim <NAME>.'', or contacting an on-duty member of staff (see +staff) if this your first character on the game.		* You can request '''<font color=#00ff00>Open</font color>''' characters by typing ''+request/Claim <NAME>=I would like to claim <NAME>.'', or contacting an on-duty member of staff (see +staff) if this your first character on the game.
	* If no staff members are available, and you do not already have a character on game, create a temporary character at the login screen and then send a request (see +help +request in-game).		* If no staff members are available, and you do not already have a character on game, create a temporary character at the login screen and then send a request (see +help +request in-game).

Liu at 15:43, 4 November 2020

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 * '''Education''': You can set the highest level of education that your character has attained with ''+finger/set education=<entry>''. Examples include Privately Tutored, Sunny Hill High School, and Empire State University.
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 * '''Resources''': You can set your character's resources with ''+res <title>=<entry>''. If you'd like to remove one, type ''+res/delete <title>''. There must be something in the Resources field for all characters. Even if your character is homeless on the streets, they should have at least one entry which may be something such as "None: This character only has the clothing on their back as they live on the streets.".
 * '''Weaknesses''': You can set your character's weaknesses with ''+wea <title>=<entry>''. If you'd like to remove one, type ''+wea/delete <title>''.
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Liu at 15:42, 4 November 2020

2020-11-04T15:42:21Z

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	'''Feature Characters'''<br>		'''Feature Characters'''<br>
	You can get lists of fictional characters originally appearing in animation, books, comics, films, television, and video games published by Dark Horse Comics, DC Entertainment, IDW Publishing, Image Comics, Marvel Entertainment, and Other sources. They are by no means exhaustive lists, but they give an indication of playable characters. Each one will have a status of Open, Claimed, Approved, Deceased, or Tiny-Plot. You can get these lists from anywhere on the game by typing +fclist <source>. You can also look on the [[Character Listing]] page.		You can get lists of fictional characters originally appearing in animation, books, comics, films, television, and video games published by Dark Horse Comics, DC Entertainment, IDW Publishing, Image Comics, Marvel Entertainment, and Other sources. They are by no means exhaustive lists, but they give an indication of playable characters. Each one will have a status of Open, Claimed, Approved, Deceased, or Tiny-Plot. You can get these lists from anywhere on the game by typing +fclist <source>. You can also look on the [[Character Listing]] page.
	* You can request '''<font color=#00ff00>Open</font color>''' characters by typing '+request/Claim <NAME>=I would like to claim <NAME>.', or contacting an on-duty member of staff (see +staff) if this your first character on the game.		* You can request '''<font color=#00ff00>Open</font color>''' characters by typing ''+request/Claim <NAME>=I would like to claim <NAME>.'', or contacting an on-duty member of staff (see +staff) if this your first character on the game.
	* If no staff members are available, create a temporary character at the login screen, and then send a request (see +help +request in-game).		* If no staff members are available, create a temporary character at the login screen, and then send a request (see +help +request in-game).
	* If the character is not on +fclist, then create it at the login screen.		* If the character is not on +fclist, then create it at the login screen.

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	'''Feature Characters'''<br>		'''Feature Characters'''<br>
	You can get lists of fictional characters originally appearing in animation, books, comics, films, television, and video games published by Dark Horse Comics, DC Entertainment, IDW Publishing, Image Comics, Marvel Entertainment, and Other sources. They are by no means exhaustive lists, but they give an indication of playable characters. Each one will have a status of Open, Claimed, Approved, Deceased, or Tiny-Plot. You can get these lists from anywhere on the game by typing +fclist <source>. You can also look on the [[Character Listing]] page.		You can get lists of fictional characters originally appearing in animation, books, comics, films, television, and video games published by Dark Horse Comics, DC Entertainment, IDW Publishing, Image Comics, Marvel Entertainment, and Other sources. They are by no means exhaustive lists, but they give an indication of playable characters. Each one will have a status of Open, Claimed, Approved, Deceased, or Tiny-Plot. You can get these lists from anywhere on the game by typing +fclist <source>. You can also look on the [[Character Listing]] page.
	* You can request '''<font color=#00ff00>Open</font color>''' characters by contacting an on-duty member of staff (see +staff ~~in-~~game).		* You can request '''<font color=#00ff00>Open</font color>''' characters by typing '+request/Claim <NAME>=I would like to claim <NAME>.', or contacting an on-duty member of staff (see +staff) if this your first character on the game.
	* If no staff members are available, create a temporary character at the login screen, and then send a request (see +help +request in-game).		* If no staff members are available, create a temporary character at the login screen, and then send a request (see +help +request in-game).
	* If the character is not on +fclist, then create it at the login screen.		* If the character is not on +fclist, then create it at the login screen.

Liu at 23:54, 5 December 2018

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	== Profile ==		== Profile ==

	* '''Profile''': You can set the profile of your character with ''+finger/set profile=<entry>''.		* '''Profile''': You can set the profile of your character with ''+finger/set profile=<entry>''. A profile is a paragraph or two that gives a brief "snapshot" of your character when someone checks your +finger.
	* '''Quote''': You can set the quote for your character with ''+finger/set quote=<"entry">''.		* '''Quote''': You can set the quote for your character with ''+finger/set quote=<"entry">''.
	* '''Played By''': You can set the actor or actress for your character with ''+finger/set playedby=<entry>''.		* '''Played By''': You can set the actor or actress for your character with ''+finger/set playedby=<entry>''.

Liu at 23:52, 5 December 2018

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	* If the character is not on +fclist, then create it at the login screen.		* If the character is not on +fclist, then create it at the login screen.
	* However, it is still a good idea to consult with staff before getting too involved in your application.		* However, it is still a good idea to consult with staff before getting too involved in your application.
	* We reserve the right to reject concepts that are not be in the best interests of the game.
	* We reserve the right to reject concepts that are not be in the best interests of the game.		* We reserve the right to reject concepts that are not be in the best interests of the game.
	* Once claimed, players have 14 days to submit an application for that character.		* Once claimed, players have 14 days to submit an application for that character.

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	You can get lists of fictional characters originally appearing in animation, books, comics, films, television, and video games published by Dark Horse Comics, DC Entertainment, IDW Publishing, Image Comics, Marvel Entertainment, and Other sources. They are by no means exhaustive lists, but they give an indication of playable characters. Each one will have a status of Open, Claimed, Approved, Deceased, or Tiny-Plot. You can get these lists from anywhere on the game by typing +fclist <source>. You can also look on the [[Character Listing]] page.		You can get lists of fictional characters originally appearing in animation, books, comics, films, television, and video games published by Dark Horse Comics, DC Entertainment, IDW Publishing, Image Comics, Marvel Entertainment, and Other sources. They are by no means exhaustive lists, but they give an indication of playable characters. Each one will have a status of Open, Claimed, Approved, Deceased, or Tiny-Plot. You can get these lists from anywhere on the game by typing +fclist <source>. You can also look on the [[Character Listing]] page.
	* You can request '''<font color=#00ff00>Open</font color>''' characters by typing ''+request/Claim <NAME>=I would like to claim <NAME>.'', or contacting an on-duty member of staff (see +staff) if this your first character on the game.		* You can request '''<font color=#00ff00>Open</font color>''' characters by typing ''+request/Claim <NAME>=I would like to claim <NAME>.'', or contacting an on-duty member of staff (see +staff) if this your first character on the game.
	* If no staff members are available, create a temporary character at the login screen, and then send a request (see +help +request in-game).		* If no staff members are available, and you do not already have a character on game, create a temporary character at the login screen and then send a request (see +help +request in-game).
	* If the character is not on +fclist, then create it at the login screen.		* If the character is not on +fclist, then create it at the login screen.
	* ~~However~~, ~~it is still~~ a ~~good idea~~ to ~~consult with staff before getting too involved~~ in ~~your application~~.		* We require any character that has not been played previously to be sent in through the pitch process, to give us an idea of your plans for the character. If you claim a character that already exists and intend to play them in a different manner from the portrayal that's been on game historically, we will need a pitch sent for that as well. (See [[News File - Pitching Characters\|Pitching Characters]])
	* We reserve the right to reject concepts that are not be in the best interests of the game.		* We reserve the right to reject concepts that are not be in the best interests of the game.
	* Once claimed, players have 14 days to submit an application for that character.		* Once claimed, players have fourteen (14) days to submit an application for that character.
	* If that application is rejected, players have 7 days to submit a revised application.		* If that application is rejected, players have seven (7) days to submit a revised application.
	* Should an extension be necessary, players ~~can always consult with an on-duty member of staff by page, or by sending~~ a request (see +help +request).		* Should an extension be necessary, players must send in a request for approval explaining why they need the extension (see +help +request).
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	'''Previous Played Characters'''<br>		'''Previous Played Characters'''<br>
	We think of new players taking over previously played characters as akin to a new writer taking over an existing comic book. Just as a new writer may have a few dangling plot threads to resolve, so might you. But after that, you can quietly go in a completely different direction. That's the bad news, but the good news is that you don't have to write a new sheet, which cuts down on the time separating you from role-play considerably. New players are not beholden to previously approved applications or role-play. If a new player has objections, we're more than willing to entertain a brand new vision for the character. If you claim a previously played character, you will not be able to change any information in the +finger, except those things in the last section (Rating, Played By, etc.). If you feel something needs to be changed in the other sections, submit it with your information in the application job.		We think of new players taking over previously played characters as akin to a new writer taking over an existing comic book. Just as a new writer may have a few dangling plot threads to resolve, so might you. But after that, you can quietly go in a completely different direction. (See above that this will have to be approved with a pitch before making changes.) That's the bad news, but the good news is that you don't have to write a new sheet, which cuts down on the time separating you from role-play considerably. New players are not beholden to previously approved applications or role-play. If a new player has objections, we're more than willing to entertain a brand new vision for the character. If you claim a previously played character, you will not be able to change any information in the +finger, except those things in the last section (Rating, Played By, etc.). If you feel something needs to be changed in the other sections, submit it with your information in the application job.

	== Biographical Data==		== Biographical Data==
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	== Profile ==		== Profile ==

	* '''Profile''': You can set the profile of your character with ''+finger/set profile=<entry>''. A profile is a paragraph or two that gives a brief "snapshot" of your character when someone checks your +finger.		* '''Profile''': You can set the profile of your character with ''+finger/set profile=<entry>''. A profile is a paragraph or two that gives a brief "snapshot" of your character when someone checks your +finger. It should be short.
	* '''Quote''': You can set the quote for your character with ''+finger/set quote=<"entry">''.		* '''Quote''': You can set the quote for your character with ''+finger/set quote=<"entry">''.
	* '''Played By''': You can set the actor or actress for your character with ''+finger/set playedby=<entry>''.		* '''Played By''': You can set the actor or actress for your character with ''+finger/set playedby=<entry>''.
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	* '''Time Zone''': Each player only has to set their time zone once, as it is managed by your account. You can set it with ''+config system/timezone=<entry>''. While there are other options available, most people will set it as America/Los_Angeles, America/Phoenix, America/Chicago, or America/New_York. For a full list, see ''help timezones2'' through ''help timezones13'' in-game.		* '''Time Zone''': Each player only has to set their time zone once, as it is managed by your account. You can set it with ''+config system/timezone=<entry>''. While there are other options available, most people will set it as America/Los_Angeles, America/Phoenix, America/Chicago, or America/New_York. For a full list, see ''help timezones2'' through ''help timezones13'' in-game.
	* '''Wiki''': If your character has an alias, like Daredevil, you would use that for the title of your Wiki entry. If your character does not, like Foggy Nelson, you would use their short form first name, followed by an underscore, and then their surname for their wiki entry. You can set it with ''+finger/set wiki=http://unitedheroesmush.com/<entry>''.		* '''Wiki''': If your character has an alias, like Daredevil, you would use that for the title of your Wiki entry. If your character does not, like Foggy Nelson, you would use their short form first name, followed by an underscore, and then their surname for their wiki entry. You can set it with ''+finger/set wiki=http://unitedheroesmush.com/<entry>''.
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	== Questions ==		== Questions ==
	When applying for a character that has been previously played, players have the choice of answering the questions listed below, and keeping the previous application as written, or writing a brand new application of their own, using their own thoughts and ideas. When choosing the second option, or being the first person to play a character, you do not need to answer these questions. However, we're more than willing to read them if you do so. Sometimes it can help to acquaint one's self with the character.		When applying for a character that has been previously played, players have the choice of answering the questions listed below, and keeping the previous application as written, or writing a brand new application of their own, using their own thoughts and ideas. When choosing the second option, or being the first person to play a character, you do not need to answer these questions. However, we're more than willing to read them if you do so. Sometimes it can help to acquaint one's self with the character.
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	Is there some question we haven't asked that you're just dying to answer? Consider this question to be the "if you need more space, use the back of the page" question of the application! You can set it with ''+que 5=<entry>''.		Is there some question we haven't asked that you're just dying to answer? Consider this question to be the "if you need more space, use the back of the page" question of the application! You can set it with ''+que 5=<entry>''.
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	== Sheet ==		== Sheet ==
	* '''History''': You can set your character's history with ''+gen History=<entry>''. We like this to be broken up into paragraphs by placing '%R%R%B' between them.		* '''History''': You can set your character's history with ''+gen History=<entry>''. We like this to be broken up into paragraphs by placing '%R%R%B' between them.
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	* '''Abilities''': You can set your character's abilities with ''+abi <title>=<entry>''. If you'd like to remove one, type ''+abi/delete <title>''.		* '''Abilities''': You can set your character's abilities with ''+abi <title>=<entry>''. If you'd like to remove one, type ''+abi/delete <title>''.
	* '''Skills''': You can set your character's skills with ''+ski <title>=<entry>''. If you'd like to remove one, type ''+ski/delete <title>''.		* '''Skills''': You can set your character's skills with ''+ski <title>=<entry>''. If you'd like to remove one, type ''+ski/delete <title>''.
	* '''Resources''': You can set your character's resources with ''+res <title>=<entry>''. If you'd like to remove one, type ''+res/delete <title>''.		* '''Resources''': You can set your character's resources with ''+res <title>=<entry>''. If you'd like to remove one, type ''+res/delete <title>''. There must be something in the Resources field for all characters. Even if your character is homeless on the streets, they should have at least one entry which may be something such as "None: This character only has the clothing on their back as they live on the streets.".
	* '''Weaknesses''': You can set your character's weaknesses with ''+wea <title>=<entry>''. If you'd like to remove one, type ''+wea/delete <title>''.		* '''Weaknesses''': You can set your character's weaknesses with ''+wea <title>=<entry>''. If you'd like to remove one, type ''+wea/delete <title>''.