It's been a considerable amount of time since I've logged onto the guild. Still longer since I've posted. So I'd like to say hello in addition to asking for advice.

It's been a while since I've been in any role-play, and while I would like to join one, I do think I could use some advice before I try and get involved again. The categories I'm concerned with in particular are the following.

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[*]How do I do a proper collaboration post?
[*]How do I portray ships, buildings, and inanimate objects in general through writing without sounding boring?
[*]What is the right amount of detail in most posts? Are there any exceptions?
[*]I intend to head to an Advanced role-play at some point, but I would like to increase my skill beforehand. Do you have any general writing tips?
[*]What early signs are there that a role-play will have longevity and not die out quickly? How can I help keep a role-play alive and fun as a poster?
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In addition, what early signs are there that a role-play will have longevity and not die out quickly? How can I help keep a role-play alive and fun as a poster?

I'd also like to thank those that have helped me with advice in the past, and I'd like to thank those that respond to this thread with advice.