White Masquerade
QuirkyAngel's Red Oni
( ) I don't know. That's why I'm asking you! So tell me you Role-Playing Gurus and Gods, how do you keep people in your role-play? Are there any specific tips, tricks, and trade-secrets you use to keep your story thriving?
Disclaimer!
If you didn't already know, this thread is public. That means your blue-prints will be displayed for all the world to see....I understand this may not be in your best interest, but for the sake of helping others, can't you giants share just a taste of what makes your style so good? What is it that keeps people from walking out?
Bonus Question:
Have you ever walked out on another RP?
My tip:
(Stolen from @LifeNovel ): If you can manage, keep open another IC in addition to the main story. With that approach, the name of the game is catering to your role-players. The Main Story functions as the go-to role-play, but the 2nd IC can count as a recreation zone. For those a little faster than other and able to post, they can run free with their own little stories, while waiting up on the Main thread.
(Non-stolen trick): It's very simple but has a big impact. If you have time, take a second to color in what a character is saying. Doing it by personality fits quite nicely. If they're a rough type of person, use red. If they're sweet, go for pink or a light purple. If you're not already doing it, try it out. This small change visually separates talk from set-up, and adds a bit of personal flavor to who you're playing as. It makes things more interesting to read, and harder to run-away from. ( )
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