Hey all,
My only experience in rp is Pathfinder first and second edition ttrpg. More and more, I'm less interested in the mechanics and encounters, and want to play out the nuances of my characters' motivations and goals.
I'm also not particularly a strong improver, so I thought forum based rp might be the best channel to do this!
Any guidance would be appreciated. I'll be reading through all the rules and guides for a little bit.
Question to start:
- my characters were created within the Pathfinder world of Golarion.. how does that fit and work in more agnostic rp spaces?
Nice to meet you all, can't wait to get started!
My only experience in rp is Pathfinder first and second edition ttrpg. More and more, I'm less interested in the mechanics and encounters, and want to play out the nuances of my characters' motivations and goals.
I'm also not particularly a strong improver, so I thought forum based rp might be the best channel to do this!
Any guidance would be appreciated. I'll be reading through all the rules and guides for a little bit.
Question to start:
- my characters were created within the Pathfinder world of Golarion.. how does that fit and work in more agnostic rp spaces?
Nice to meet you all, can't wait to get started!
Welcome to the site!
Welcome to RPR! 
I go by two rules when it comes to Fantasy characters such as this:
1. Ignore the setting in general. This is necessary if you're character ends up in a Role-Play with someone else's character that isn't set on the world of Golarion. By ignoring the setting in general, this allows more freedom to role-play and have fun. Having fun and Role-Playing is much more important than where you're setting is. If you think there needs to be a reason for you're character to be able to go to other fantasy settings then maybe he has a spell that can take him to other places, perhaps an artifact he carries around with him or some other magical item that allows travel to other fantasy-like settings. The possibilities are endless.
2. Don't ignore the setting you're character is in. You're character is in the Pathfinder game setting on the world of Golarion so other players need to be okay with that. And honestly, I think a lot of players would be if you ask them politely before the RP starts if the Role-Play can take place where you're character is based at. In this way, you're bringing players and their characters to you instead of the other way around. Especially if you love the Golarian game world and you'd rather not leave it.
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Question to start:
- my characters were created within the Pathfinder world of Golarion.. how does that fit and work in more agnostic rp spaces?
- my characters were created within the Pathfinder world of Golarion.. how does that fit and work in more agnostic rp spaces?
I go by two rules when it comes to Fantasy characters such as this:
1. Ignore the setting in general. This is necessary if you're character ends up in a Role-Play with someone else's character that isn't set on the world of Golarion. By ignoring the setting in general, this allows more freedom to role-play and have fun. Having fun and Role-Playing is much more important than where you're setting is. If you think there needs to be a reason for you're character to be able to go to other fantasy settings then maybe he has a spell that can take him to other places, perhaps an artifact he carries around with him or some other magical item that allows travel to other fantasy-like settings. The possibilities are endless.
2. Don't ignore the setting you're character is in. You're character is in the Pathfinder game setting on the world of Golarion so other players need to be okay with that. And honestly, I think a lot of players would be if you ask them politely before the RP starts if the Role-Play can take place where you're character is based at. In this way, you're bringing players and their characters to you instead of the other way around. Especially if you love the Golarian game world and you'd rather not leave it.
Welcome to rpr!
Welcome!
Hello, and welcome to RPR!
I hope you enjoy your stay here. To help you out, I've compiled a list of some useful links to get you started. Don't worry, you can take your time and browse them at your own convenience.
Site Rules
This should be your first step. It details expectations for you using the site itself, and carries over to the forums, as the forums are part of the site.
Forum Rules
This should be your next step. Make sure you know the rules of what things are and aren't allowed. They're pretty simple to follow and are there to make sure everyone has the best time possible.
New to Roleplay?
This will explain what roleplay is, and some of the basics to help you understand it better.
Getting started
Explains what RPR is, how to create a character, and how to find an RP to join.
Character Creation Guide
This goes into more depth on how to create and edit a character profile.
Creating Kickbutt Character Profiles
This will give you tips on how to spice up your character profiles to attract more potential RP partners.
Find RP
If you already have a character created, this is where you can go to seek out an RP to join in.
Looking for RP
If you have an idea for your own RP and want to find someone to join it, this is the place to post. Try to add as much information as possible so your potential RP partners know exactly what you're looking for.
Help Database
There are plenty of other very helpful articles here that I didn't link. When you have time, have a browse through it to see if there's something else you think might be of use to you.
If you have any questions about anything, don't hesitate to ask! Everyone here is very friendly and will help as much as possible, so don't be shy! I hope you have a wonderful time here and find tons of amazing people to create awesome stories with.
I hope you enjoy your stay here. To help you out, I've compiled a list of some useful links to get you started. Don't worry, you can take your time and browse them at your own convenience.
Site Rules
This should be your first step. It details expectations for you using the site itself, and carries over to the forums, as the forums are part of the site.
Forum Rules
This should be your next step. Make sure you know the rules of what things are and aren't allowed. They're pretty simple to follow and are there to make sure everyone has the best time possible.
New to Roleplay?
This will explain what roleplay is, and some of the basics to help you understand it better.
Getting started
Explains what RPR is, how to create a character, and how to find an RP to join.
Character Creation Guide
This goes into more depth on how to create and edit a character profile.
Creating Kickbutt Character Profiles
This will give you tips on how to spice up your character profiles to attract more potential RP partners.
Find RP
If you already have a character created, this is where you can go to seek out an RP to join in.
Looking for RP
If you have an idea for your own RP and want to find someone to join it, this is the place to post. Try to add as much information as possible so your potential RP partners know exactly what you're looking for.
Help Database
There are plenty of other very helpful articles here that I didn't link. When you have time, have a browse through it to see if there's something else you think might be of use to you.
If you have any questions about anything, don't hesitate to ask! Everyone here is very friendly and will help as much as possible, so don't be shy! I hope you have a wonderful time here and find tons of amazing people to create awesome stories with.
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Welcome to RPR! Hope you find your path! 
Salutations and welcome to RPR, silenttruth!
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Hi, welcome to the RPR! I'm sure you'll find lots of people to roleplay with here!
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Welcome to RPR, we hope you enjoy your time here and find the rps and people you are looking for!
Hope you enjoy your time here!
Welcome to RPR,
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Ultra-Knight wrote:
I go by two rules when it comes to Fantasy characters such as this:
1. Ignore the setting in general. This is necessary if you're character ends up in a Role-Play with someone else's character that isn't set on the world of Golarion. By ignoring the setting in general, this allows more freedom to role-play and have fun. Having fun and Role-Playing is much more important than where you're setting is. If you think there needs to be a reason for you're character to be able to go to other fantasy settings then maybe he has a spell that can take him to other places, perhaps an artifact he carries around with him or some other magical item that allows travel to other fantasy-like settings. The possibilities are endless.
2. Don't ignore the setting you're character is in. You're character is in the Pathfinder game setting on the world of Golarion so other players need to be okay with that. And honestly, I think a lot of players would be if you ask them politely before the RP starts if the Role-Play can take place where you're character is based at. In this way, you're bringing players and their characters to you instead of the other way around. Especially if you love the Golarian game world and you'd rather not leave it.
1. Ignore the setting in general. This is necessary if you're character ends up in a Role-Play with someone else's character that isn't set on the world of Golarion. By ignoring the setting in general, this allows more freedom to role-play and have fun. Having fun and Role-Playing is much more important than where you're setting is. If you think there needs to be a reason for you're character to be able to go to other fantasy settings then maybe he has a spell that can take him to other places, perhaps an artifact he carries around with him or some other magical item that allows travel to other fantasy-like settings. The possibilities are endless.
2. Don't ignore the setting you're character is in. You're character is in the Pathfinder game setting on the world of Golarion so other players need to be okay with that. And honestly, I think a lot of players would be if you ask them politely before the RP starts if the Role-Play can take place where you're character is based at. In this way, you're bringing players and their characters to you instead of the other way around. Especially if you love the Golarian game world and you'd rather not leave it.
Thanks for your thoughts! I'm pretty indifferent about it being in that world, but pathfinder characters tend to have traits based on Golarion lore - e.g. I have a character who is a Champion (paladin) of Irori - the god of self-perfection, and dying of a terminal illness. This internal struggle doesn't work so well if the setting agnostic game does not have a similar analogue. I wouldn't care much about the rest of the world, but that one aspect. I'm sure I can work it out with whatever group I find.
Thanks everyone!
Bahah I see what you did there!
-Danny- wrote:
Welcome to RPR! Hope you find your path!
Bahah I see what you did there!
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