peramene fucked around with this message at 07:16 on May 29, 2018

These rules apply to all players for the entire game. By signing up to play, you are effectively ing yourself to abide by the spirit and letter of these rules.

• While the game is on, only communicate about the game within the thread (“#general”) or Discord channels which you have access to. When you have no Discord channels, don't post in the thread. Absolutely zero deadposting or spectator posting once the game has begun. Not even for fun - characters who die leave their bodies behind, among other reason. Speaking of dying - don’t leave the Discord server. Additionally, don’t post chat logs, screenshots, or anything of the sort in Discord or in-thread. Don't ever - ever - edit your posts, in this thread, in Discord - ever ever ever. Please don’t be an rear end in a top hat.
  
  
• Player characters possess varying capabilities by design, and they will shift unpredictably as gameplay proceeds. Be advised that “game balance” and nebulous concepts of “fairness” are not priorities. Address disparities with in-game solutions.
  
  
• This is a game that rewards cooperation, unity, and passion, but at its core, it remains a game of subterfuge, secrecy, and betrayal. Accept that players will act in their character’s best interests and that their actions within the game do not represent personal slights against you as a person.
  
  
• There is a hard two-strike line for submitting orders by deadline. If you will be absent from the game for a brief period, let peramene know. Failure or refusal to meet deadline will result in your character being vacated. You may, at your own discretion and risk, temporarily delegate control of your character to another player.
  
  
• peramene reserves the exclusive right to do as she sees fit to defend the integrity of the game.

peramene fucked around with this message at 16:37 on Mar 8, 2018

peramene fucked around with this message at 23:14 on May 18, 2018

• The Rivenese, who prefer to live their traditional lifestyle as much as is possible under Gehn's rule. They live close to nature, in smaller and more communal group communities, and are stricter about adherence to ancient traditions.
  
• The Rive'ni, who tend to be younger, who have adopted (or been raised within) Gehn's infusion of D'ni culture. They live above the jungle canopy, in large clusters of homes that usually hold only one family.

• Malpuran trained their bodies and minds in large communities, focusing on physical strength. They used large, interchangeable two-handed weapons. They were the ancestral guardians of the Wahrk during spawning season. During the Hunt, Malpuran hunted in groups and took down their kills as one. Malpuran did not traditionally train with any ranged weaponry. They performed best when they could remain stationary and leverage all of their strength into fewer attacks.
  
• Soldatan spent years practicing precision strikes, making them proficient at fishing for their community. They used piercing weapons, favoring close-combat. During the Hunt, Soldatan would wound and then track their kill to its den. Soldatan would train with blow guns specifically for self-defense, but considered overreliance on these weapons to be dishonorable. They used solda, from which they draw their name, traditional spear-like weapons which were meticulously handcrafted as a rite of passage. Every solda was unique to its maker and considered a deeply personal relic of spiritual importance.
  
• Frenezan were deeply secretive. They lived in caves and the jungle canopy, but never in the same place for long. To be Frenezan was to be unheard and unseen unless you were expected. The perfection of a silent kill was a Frenezan blood sport; each individual was encouraged to develop their own style with their own favored weapons. Traditionally, these methods were developed in opposition to Soldatan and Malpuran styles, so they tended towards speed and mobility. They lived in smaller bands, but were known to join together when overwhelming force was required.
  
• Igisian were a more recent diversion of the Soldatan tradition, making them the youngest tradition by far. They spent years practicing and fine-tuning delicate, incredibly precise bows. These “igisi" were hand-crafted weapons that were believed to be an extension of their crafter's soul. It was not unusual to pass an igisi down to one’s children in an effort to inspire them towards their own. All igisi bear several traditionally secret elements to their construction. They hunt live prey only during the Hunt, and donate their kills - Igisian ate only flora. It is believed this was the source of their keen eyesight, a dishonorable advantage in the Hunt to both their prey and the other traditions.
  
• Ekvilibran did not live in their own communities. They pursued a pinnacle of balance and moderation which they believed was impossible, but worth pursuit regardless - the pursuit of the impossible was at the core of the Ekvilibran way. While never achieving the level of mastery of a given tradition’s descendants, Ekvilibran built upon the lessons and insights of all Rivenese people over time. During the Hunt, Ekvilibran could be found all-but perfectly replicating the ways of their hosts. Over the last thirty years, Ekvilibran have remained distinct principally due to their early willingness to experiment with D’ni culture - the first Rive’ni were traditionally Ekvilibran.

• Loyalists were once simple guards of Gehn's most valuable acquisitions, but in light of the rebellion, have been forced into military service. Gehn's way of life can sometimes be seen as heartless, foreign, or alarming - but it keeps people fed, looked after medically, and ultimately Gehn does allow the Rivenese people to continue to practice their faiths - even if he does not personally condone them.
  
• The Moiety or simply "rebels" were formed in homage of the last rebellion against Gehn, but now - 30 years later - they are better armed, more coordinated, and unafraid of doing what is necessary to repel Gehn's stranglehold on the people of Riven. The Moiety can sometimes be seen as fanatical, violent, or obsessed with the old ways - but they want their children to be free of D'ni influence, which they consider to be corruptive.

peramene fucked around with this message at 08:16 on Mar 11, 2018

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