Rules Question

[rev_oats]

The Dysk has never had, or needed, much in the way of Official Rules, but we do have one or two, particularly this one, from the FAQ:

Q. I notice Insert!Character!Name!Here! hasn't posted in a very long time. Have they quit? Can I be their character

Comments

[_jocasta]

That's a very good point, actually; I've thought about before. It's a bit of a tricky issue, I think.

As to the inactive question: I, personally, would say that if no notice is given, quite a few months to a year (if the character isn't particularly vital to plot). Unless the RPer has given specific notice that they'll be taking an extended break and intend to come back. Although, if the character is one that is particularly needed (i.e., their absence presents a problem, though I can't think of any examples of this at the moment), the time might be shorter. Er.

If we don't know the RPer... it's trickier. I suppose if they've not posted for an huge amount of time without any notice, they would be considered inactive. I feel that, in that case, of someone else came along who really would like to play the character, they should be allowed to do so, although perhaps notice could be posted on the main comm first? Just in case the person checks it still?

Just my two cents. I apologize if they weren't all that... clear.

[rev_oats]

Clear enough. The reason I asked is, I know of somebody who wants to play a particular character. The character's last post was about three months ago, but I think they've commented in other people's journals a little more recently than that. I was wondering if it would be okay to tell the newbie "So-and-so plays him, why don't you ask her if she's willing to give him up?" or if that would be considered out of line.

[jessihoney]

So would I, actually. Asking would be fine. Really.

[tonker]

I wouldn't be offended by asking either. It would be really bad of me to anyway, since (1) I don't keep up very well and (2) How did I get Leonard, anyway?

I think it would be awesome to get some of these dead characters alive again, but on the other hand, people feel sort of possessive of RP characters. I think that, since there are so many characters in the Discworld, we shouldn't take over other characters without permission. On the other hand, I think we should definitely make character requests known to the current RPer in any way possible.

Er.

[nineforhell]

I wouldn't be offended if someone asked if I still wanted Vlad... however there'd be no point in it for them because the answer is "yes." Unfortunately life's got me busy right now so I haven't got him involved in plot-things. but we're around. he'll be back eventually. I'm sure the same goes for a lot of the other missing people.

[mostlyhuman]

Erm... I'm not sure. Yes, it's difficult, because the one's who aren't very active are sometimes the ones I need the most. But I understand. Things Happen. But I'd like to hear from them why, now and then, if it's going to be a while. ^^

If I knew I couldn't play Susan anymore, I'd definately let you all know. But otherwise... I'd just be either brain-dead, or very busy. I wouldn't be offended if someone asked me while I was in this 'Musicals are Eating my Free Time' period... but I'd have to decline. Once I finish with my work, it's back to Susan for me.

[_ludorum_]

For myself -- much as I love Discworld, and the RP itself, if anyone does come along who wants one of my pups, drop me a line and I'll most likely say yes, since they'll probably give the RP the time it deserves.