[center][img]https://i.imgur.com/2W5HLJl.jpg[/img][/center] [img]http://txt-dynamic.static.1001fonts.net/txt/b3RmLjY2LmIzYjNhZC5UMDlESUZOd2FXVnMuMAAA/madeleine.bold.png[/img] [indent]Welcome to Final Fantasy 7: SOLDIER. This game follows a timeline based on a little FF7 fandom, but as you read over the timeline post you notice that none of the famed characters from the series are mentioned. The reason why is because YOU are the main characters in this tale. This game has an overall guided plot with missions that reveal pieces of the main plot as you go. There are many roles writers can take on in this game. I want writers to bring their imagination and creativity to the game without going overboard. As usual with the fandom games I run, [color=yellow][b][u]you do not have to have played Final Fantasy 7 in order to write in this game[/u].[/b][/color] You just have to have a passable reading and reading comprehension ability. I know it sounds silly, but it's a deteriorating skill on this site. Because of this, I am keeping this OOC post pretty short and straight to the point. There is enough material to read.[/indent] [img]http://txt-dynamic.static.1001fonts.net/txt/b3RmLjY2LmIzYjNhZC5WR2x0Wld4cGJtVSwuMAAA/madeleine.bold.png[/img] [indent]Please be sure to read the Timeline post, which lists the events leading up to where our game begins. You can use these dates to gauge your character's age. Overall, Final Fantasy 7 is a high fantasy game. You can find all genres coexisting peacefully in this setting. Magic is cast using crystallized Mako orbs called [i]Materia[/i]. There are various kinds of materia throughout the series that perform different functions. For a run-down of the types of materia, refer to this article: [url=http://finalfantasy.wikia.com/wiki/Materia_(Final_Fantasy_VII)]Materia[/url].[/indent] [img]http://txt-dynamic.static.1001fonts.net/txt/b3RmLjU0LmIzYjNhZC5VM1Z0Ylc5dWN5QkJUa1FnUjJWdWIyMWwuMAAAAAAA/madeleine.bold.png[/img] [indent]In Final Fantasy 7, there exist special red-colored materia that allows characters to summon divine beasts. Unique to this game and unrelated to the canon, the Shinra Science Department has been conducting experiments on SOLDIER candidates and have been experimenting with the DNA of these divine beasts. By imbuing the SOLDIERs with the genes of a summon, they create a frightening bio-weapon. SOLDIERs who show distinct potential are placed into ranks: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Class. Only SOLDIERs are imbued with the summon genome and use the materia naturally granted by their parent celestial. [center][b]Reserved Summons[/b] Open [b]Taken Summons[/b] Leviathan Ramuh Carbuncle Fenrir Ultima Odin Gilgamesh [b]Updated 01/16/2018 (US EST)[/b][/center][/indent] [img]http://txt-dynamic.static.1001fonts.net/txt/b3RmLjU0LmIzYjNhZC5RMmhoY21GamRHVnlJRkp2YkdWei4wAAAAAAAA/madeleine.bold.png[/img] [indent]In Final Fantasy 7: SOLDIER, writers are allowed to make characters in multiple roles. The current playable roles are: SOLDIERs, Turks, and Shinra Troops to include Roboguard pilots and operators. I will give a brief explanation of each groups differences in regards to materia use and skills:[/indent] [list][*][color=gray][b]SOLDIERs[/b][/color], in this game, use only the materia naturally granted by the summon genome they are imbued with. They will use no other materia due to power balance. [*][color=gray][b]Turks[/b][/color] specialize in natural martial skill and advanced weaponry; however, like SOLDIERs, they are restricted to one type of combat. Their weapons can be augmented with materia up to 3 materia slots. They are often identified by their iconic unisex business suits. Currently, there is an open role for the leader of the Turk division. [*][color=gray][b]Shinra Troop[/b][/color] are capable of using materia slotted into their gear or weaponry. The tree most common spells Shinra troop use are: Poison, Silence, and Stop. They are the infantry and the closest thing to a classic soldier specializing in multiple weapons unlike SOLDIERs and Turks who only specialize in one primary weapon. Shinra Troop also carry items that deal devastating damage such as dynamite and grenades. Some Shinra Troop are also trained Roboguard pilots and remote operators.[/list] [img]http://txt-dynamic.static.1001fonts.net/txt/b3RmLjU0LmIzYjNhZC5RV1J0YVc0Z1VuVnNaWE0sLjAAAAAAAAA,/madeleine.bold.png[/img] [list][*][color=gray][b]Be Respectful.[/b][/color] This game has a Discord Chat. I do not tolerate blatant or passive aggressive disrespect to any of the writers. I encourage you to avoid bringing subjects you are passionate or sensitive about into the Discord chat. If you are unable to respect others with differing opinions than yourself, then not bringing the subject up is the best deterrence to that problem. As a GM, I do my best to be respectful. I do have an assertive and military personality, because I am military. I try to avoid treating writers like soldiers, but if you see it happen, grain of salt. Seriously, take it with a grain of salt. [*][color=gray][b]Activity.[/b][/color] We're all busy. We all have lives. But what we all don't have is [b][u]patience[/u].[/b] If you can't see yourself continuing with this game or if you see yourself as the kind of person to bail on a game that hasn't moved in seven days, then do not join this game. Usually by the seventh day, I am prodding people, but we're not going to rush people. During missions, I will often set a Posting Order (P.O.) with a three day movement period. This means if the person hasn't posted in three days, then they forfeit their turn. Again, this is only during [b]missions[/b] to keep the game from stagnating. What your character decides to do outside of missions is up to you and your writing partners. If a player is inactive for 14 days, I will PM him or her. If a player is inactive for 30 days, I drop them from the game. [*][color=gray][b]Drama.[/b][/color] Do not bring it here. I will be the first person to not tolerate any whining. This is a No Whining Zone. I have yet to have any problems with this in any of my games, and I like to keep it that way. It takes a group effort to facilitate a positive environment and my games mostly are full of mature and respectful individuals. [*][color=gray][b]Summons.[/b][/color] Did someone pick the summon that you wanted, and are unwilling to give it up? I'm sorry. Choose something else. You are allowed to choose summons from other Final Fantasy games as long as they have materia/magic spells. [*][color=gray][b]Huge Pics.[/b][/color] Scale those suckers down or link them. There is no reason why you should have a picture that takes up the entire screen. [*][color=gray][b]Neon/Somber Font Colors.[/b][/color] If you're the type of person who likes to use colors, avoid neon colors and dark colors. Neon colors burn the retinas and dark colors cannot be seen. No one wants to strain their eyes to read your posts. If I see it, I'm going to ask you to change it. Please google "HTML Color Codes" in order to find a link to a website that gives you variety of color codes to choose from. [*][color=gray][b]Max Character Limit is 3.[/b][/color] I want to give every writer a chance to make either of the three character roles. You can play whatever role you want more than once. However, you max out at three characters. [*][color=gray][b]NPC/Support Characters.[/b][/color] Yes, they are allowed. Let the GM know if you create a named NPC. This named NPC has to be someone that you think other characters would meet. Other players are required to respect your creations. You can make NPCs of other roles, however, you cannot RP them in a mission. [*][color=gray][b]Bring your imagination.[/b][/color] I can only do so much as a GM. I cannot hold your hand and make you have fun. You have to do that. I encourage you to interact with other writers. Take advantage of the Discord Chat to be able to directly communicate with your partners and set up some interesting stories between each other. [*][color=gray][b]No Multi-/Hybrid Jobs.[/b][/color] Yes, someone has finally done it where they tried to go through almost every job with one character. Once a character becomes a SOLDIER, the only way out is death. You cannot be a SOLDIER and a Turk. You cannot be Shinra Troop and a Turk. You can leave Shinra Troop to become either a SOLDIER or a Turk, but you cannot be a Shinra Troop-Turk-SOLDIER. No Mary Sues.[/list] [h3]Reference Links[/h3] [i]These are links for your reference as you go through the Character Creation process.[/i] [url=http://finalfantasy.wikia.com/wiki/List_of_summons]Summons[/url] [url=http://finalfantasy.wikia.com/wiki/Magic_Materia_(Final_Fantasy_VII)]Magic Materia[/url] [url=http://finalfantasy.wikia.com/wiki/Materia_(Final_Fantasy_VII)]Materia (In General)[/url] [url=http://www.uffsite.net/ff7/materias.php]Best Materia List for FF7[/url]