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− | An outline of what's handy to know and where to find it, whether you're | + | Welcome to the X-Project Players' Corner! An outline of what's handy to know and where to find it, whether you're a new player or one of the old school who can't remember where stuff is. |
− | === | + | ===Introductions=== |
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+ | Once you're approved and all signed up, it can be a bit overwhelming. Here's where you can find lots of helpful information! | ||
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+ | ====Important Links==== | ||
− | + | *The [[:Category: Policy|Rules]]. | |
+ | *The [[:Category: FAQ|FAQ]]. It seems like a lot, but the pages are broken up to avoid Walls of Text. | ||
− | * | + | *The [http://x-journal.net/Wiki/index.php?title=FAQ_1#Relaunch relaunch], [[:Category: Phase 1|Phase 1]] and [[:Category: Phase 2|Phase 2]], and [[M-Day]]. |
− | * | + | *[[Timeline]], for a quick reference to Phase 2 history. |
− | * | + | *[[Welcome To X-Project]] - the intro to XP page that you can share with your friends and get them involved! Includes the [[Application]] and [[Application Checklist]]. |
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− | + | ====Reading the Game==== | |
− | * | + | *Add [https://xp-friends.dreamwidth.org/read the reading comm link] to your bookmarks, so you can always find it! |
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− | + | ====Contacts==== | |
− | * | + | *[[:Category: Players|The current players]]. Also available as a [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AhXoKZPyYEfxcFEtTTlRQTdnV242b2VPNnJOdDYzVmc#gid=0 handy spreadsheet] for PLAYERS ONLY. |
+ | *[[WhoWePlay]] chart by [[Frito]]. | ||
− | + | *[[Player Timezones]] will show you who is awake at any time! | |
− | + | *[https://xproj-players.dreamwidth.org/tag/contact+list What's Your Thang? meme] - player s,kills, areas of knowledge, playing preferences, trigger issues, etc. | |
− | + | ====Random Game Stuff==== | |
− | *[[ | + | *[[Add Friends]] will let you add everyone you need all at once! |
*[[PBs]], also available in [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AoHcCefGIvWcdE5oY3R0ZzJLMnVTZHJwTnhORmR5NFE#gid=0 a handy spreadsheet format] for PLAYERS ONLY. | *[[PBs]], also available in [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AoHcCefGIvWcdE5oY3R0ZzJLMnVTZHJwTnhORmR5NFE#gid=0 a handy spreadsheet format] for PLAYERS ONLY. | ||
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*[[Birthdays/Anniversaries]] for characters. Also available in [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AhXoKZPyYEfxck5NQW5jaU1taEVScmZJMFJ4N1I0T2c&authkey=CJn9j_YI#gid=0 a handy spreadsheet] format for PLAYERS ONLY. | *[[Birthdays/Anniversaries]] for characters. Also available in [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AhXoKZPyYEfxck5NQW5jaU1taEVScmZJMFJ4N1I0T2c&authkey=CJn9j_YI#gid=0 a handy spreadsheet] format for PLAYERS ONLY. | ||
− | *[[:Category: Glossary|The glossary]], which is helpful in explaining various in-jokes you'll encounter on the mailing list. | + | *[[:Category: Glossary|The glossary]], which is helpful in explaining various in-jokes you'll encounter on the mailing list. |
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+ | *[https://twitter.com/xprojectrpg/lists/ic-twitter-accounts IC Twitter accounts] - not compulsory to play, but an amusing sideline. | ||
===Social Links=== | ===Social Links=== | ||
− | *'''[ | + | *'''[https://xproj-players.dreamwidth.org/383474.html Chat with your fellow players!]''' |
− | *Check the latest news and discussions on the [ | + | *Check the latest news and discussions on the [https://xproj-players.dreamwidth.org/profile the player community] (player access only) |
− | *[ | + | *[https://xproj-players.dreamwidth.org/tag/meme Meme tag] - for plot ideas, character discussion, drabbles, fic or cracktastic fun. |
− | *Promote the game using our advertising comm, [ | + | *Promote the game using our advertising comm, [https://x-advertising.dreamwidth.org/profile x_advertising]! |
*Check out the [http://www.youtube.com/user/xprojectchannel X-Project Channel on YouTube] | *Check out the [http://www.youtube.com/user/xprojectchannel X-Project Channel on YouTube] | ||
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*Check out the [http://xprojectrpg.tumblr.com/ X-Project Tumblr], for art, plot reblogs, Moments of Awesome and more! | *Check out the [http://xprojectrpg.tumblr.com/ X-Project Tumblr], for art, plot reblogs, Moments of Awesome and more! | ||
− | === | + | *[https://www.tumblr.com/tagged/mental-health-resources Mental Health Resources on Tumblr] - random bits and pieces designed to help people with their brain health. |
+ | |||
+ | *See the game-related [https://www.tumblr.com/tagged/player-posts player posts] on Tumblr! | ||
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+ | ===Dreamwidth=== | ||
+ | |||
+ | ====How to DW==== | ||
− | + | [https://www.dreamwidth.org/support/faq#guides Guides to Using DW] | |
− | [ | + | [https://www.dreamwidth.org/support/faq DW FAQs] |
+ | ====Communities and Friendslists==== | ||
− | + | (must be logged in for these to be useful!) | |
− | + | [http://www.dreamwidth.org/manage/invites Accept community invites] | |
− | [ | + | [https://www.dreamwidth.org/manage/circle/edit Add or remove friends] |
− | [https:// | + | [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1RBgw--a5w6TqLuxz9PB9WOufqoS9c0LrSNZbYu_BPxA/edit?usp=sharing Friendslist Spreadsheet] - check to see if you're up to date (PLAYERS ONLY) |
+ | ====Login/Juggler==== | ||
− | + | Tired of logging out, going back to the log in page and logging in with a different journal? | |
− | + | [http://ljlogin.e-space.gweep.net/ LJLogin] is an add-on that works with Firefox to make things much easier. | |
− | + | [https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/jpfnihbghaikdicpdiciecbbdoegcfhc Account Juggler] is the Chrome version. | |
− | + | ====Dreamwidth Status==== | |
+ | DW down? Check with [http://www.downforeveryoneorjustme.com/ downforeeveryone]. | ||
===Playing=== | ===Playing=== | ||
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*[http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=3tl43qv80r9isj2tgka39nv5fk%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/New_York Game Calendar], with upcoming plots, character birthdays, school vacations and activity checks for PLAYERS ONLY. | *[http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=3tl43qv80r9isj2tgka39nv5fk%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/New_York Game Calendar], with upcoming plots, character birthdays, school vacations and activity checks for PLAYERS ONLY. | ||
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+ | *[[Comms]] - the page which explains the various IC and OOC LJ communities and what to post where. | ||
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+ | *[https://www.tumblr.com/blog/xpnewscast x_newscast Tumblr] - in conjunction with the [https://xp-newscast.dreamwidth.org/ in-game news media comm], we have a Tumblr for players to submit larger IC images. | ||
*[[:Category: Characters|Active character pages]]. | *[[:Category: Characters|Active character pages]]. | ||
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*[[Sockers]] - modsocks, sockerlists, and everything you need for your NPC/Villain needs. | *[[Sockers]] - modsocks, sockerlists, and everything you need for your NPC/Villain needs. | ||
+ | *Playing for a student and not American? Here's an [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_school_system#School_grades explanation of American school grades]! | ||
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*[[FAQ 8|FAQ]] on activity levels, how to log and tagging your posts. | *[[FAQ 8|FAQ]] on activity levels, how to log and tagging your posts. | ||
− | *[ | + | *[http://x-journal.net/Mailwash/MailWash%201.3.2.htm Remove] hard returns or >s from your log. |
*[[Disturbing Content Warnings]] - notes on what to warn for and when. | *[[Disturbing Content Warnings]] - notes on what to warn for and when. | ||
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====Plots==== | ====Plots==== | ||
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*[[FAQ 9|The FAQ]] on plots, what they are, how to submit one, and what's expected. | *[[FAQ 9|The FAQ]] on plots, what they are, how to submit one, and what's expected. | ||
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+ | *[[Plot Submission Guidelines]] - what needs to be submitted, what to include, etc. | ||
*[[How to Run a Plot – XP Style]] - by [[Azzy]]. | *[[How to Run a Plot – XP Style]] - by [[Azzy]]. | ||
− | *[ | + | *[https://xproj-players.dreamwidth.org/tag/plots Plot Ideas and Discussion] on XPP for PLAYERS ONLY. |
*[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1k2tbc11NujIj_gdrhPR2UZMtkMk0kk5LSm-tzXC5Bw4/edit Song Title Plot Meme] - previous ideas based on song titles, up for grabs. | *[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1k2tbc11NujIj_gdrhPR2UZMtkMk0kk5LSm-tzXC5Bw4/edit Song Title Plot Meme] - previous ideas based on song titles, up for grabs. | ||
+ | ====Resources==== | ||
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+ | [http://xprojectrpg.tumblr.com/tagged/rpg-resources RPG resources on Tumblr] | ||
+ | |||
+ | [http://xprojectrpg.tumblr.com/tagged/writing-resources Writing resources on Tumblr] | ||
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+ | [http://xprojectrpg.tumblr.com/tagged/food-for-thought Food For Thought on Tumblr] - random posts, questions, thoughts etc. that might spawn ideas. | ||
+ | |||
+ | [http://xprojectrpg.tumblr.com/tagged/art-resources Art Resources] - commission offers if you want someone to draw your fave, and art tips for those who do their own. | ||
+ | |||
+ | [http://xprojectrpg.tumblr.com/tagged/magic-resources Magic Resources] - magic ideas for those playing with that. | ||
+ | |||
+ | [http://xprojectrpg.tumblr.com/tagged/mental-health-resources Mental Health Resources] - dealing with the brain raccoons. | ||
===Wiki Work=== | ===Wiki Work=== | ||
− | *[[Wiki | + | *The [[:Category: Wiki Meta|Wiki Meta section]] has a number of links, including the [[Wiki FAQ]], [[Wiki 101]] and blank page template/pro formas. |
*[[Requested_Articles | Request]] an article or feature. | *[[Requested_Articles | Request]] an article or feature. |
Revision as of 16:11, 5 June 2018
Welcome to the X-Project Players' Corner! An outline of what's handy to know and where to find it, whether you're a new player or one of the old school who can't remember where stuff is.
Contents
Introductions
Once you're approved and all signed up, it can be a bit overwhelming. Here's where you can find lots of helpful information!
Important Links
- The Rules.
- The FAQ. It seems like a lot, but the pages are broken up to avoid Walls of Text.
- Timeline, for a quick reference to Phase 2 history.
- Welcome To X-Project - the intro to XP page that you can share with your friends and get them involved! Includes the Application and Application Checklist.
Reading the Game
- Add the reading comm link to your bookmarks, so you can always find it!
Contacts
- The current players. Also available as a handy spreadsheet for PLAYERS ONLY.
- Player Timezones will show you who is awake at any time!
- What's Your Thang? meme - player s,kills, areas of knowledge, playing preferences, trigger issues, etc.
Random Game Stuff
- Add Friends will let you add everyone you need all at once!
- PBs, also available in a handy spreadsheet format for PLAYERS ONLY.
- Birthdays/Anniversaries for characters. Also available in a handy spreadsheet format for PLAYERS ONLY.
- The glossary, which is helpful in explaining various in-jokes you'll encounter on the mailing list.
- IC Twitter accounts - not compulsory to play, but an amusing sideline.
Social Links
- Check the latest news and discussions on the the player community (player access only)
- Meme tag - for plot ideas, character discussion, drabbles, fic or cracktastic fun.
- Promote the game using our advertising comm, x_advertising!
- Check out the X-Project Channel on YouTube
- Follow X-Project on Twitter!
- Check out the X-Project Tumblr, for art, plot reblogs, Moments of Awesome and more!
- Mental Health Resources on Tumblr - random bits and pieces designed to help people with their brain health.
- See the game-related player posts on Tumblr!
Dreamwidth
How to DW
Communities and Friendslists
(must be logged in for these to be useful!)
Friendslist Spreadsheet - check to see if you're up to date (PLAYERS ONLY)
Login/Juggler
Tired of logging out, going back to the log in page and logging in with a different journal?
LJLogin is an add-on that works with Firefox to make things much easier.
Account Juggler is the Chrome version.
Dreamwidth Status
DW down? Check with downforeeveryone.
Playing
A list of all of the places you can find information on specific parts of the game:
- Game Calendar, with upcoming plots, character birthdays, school vacations and activity checks for PLAYERS ONLY.
- Comms - the page which explains the various IC and OOC LJ communities and what to post where.
- x_newscast Tumblr - in conjunction with the in-game news media comm, we have a Tumblr for players to submit larger IC images.
- Friendslist Spreadsheet, to help keep your journal lists up to date, for PLAYERS ONLY.
- Game history from the start of Phase 2, including the events that have transferred over.
- NPCs that have either transferred over or have been introduced in Phase 2
- Villans that have either transferred over or have been introduced in Phase 2
- Villain Spreadsheet for handy access to what the villains who have been reintroduced are up to and who to talk to, for PLAYERS ONLY.
- Sockers - modsocks, sockerlists, and everything you need for your NPC/Villain needs.
- Playing for a student and not American? Here's an explanation of American school grades!
Logs
- FAQ on activity levels, how to log and tagging your posts.
- Remove hard returns or >s from your log.
- Disturbing Content Warnings - notes on what to warn for and when.
Plots
- Plot Themes - for the commonly-used plot devices.
- The FAQ on plots, what they are, how to submit one, and what's expected.
- Plot Submission Guidelines - what needs to be submitted, what to include, etc.
- Plot Ideas and Discussion on XPP for PLAYERS ONLY.
- Song Title Plot Meme - previous ideas based on song titles, up for grabs.
Resources
Food For Thought on Tumblr - random posts, questions, thoughts etc. that might spawn ideas.
Art Resources - commission offers if you want someone to draw your fave, and art tips for those who do their own.
Magic Resources - magic ideas for those playing with that.
Mental Health Resources - dealing with the brain raccoons.
Wiki Work
- The Wiki Meta section has a number of links, including the Wiki FAQ, Wiki 101 and blank page template/pro formas.
- Request an article or feature.
- See which pages need something done.
- Photoshopper? Check to see which pages need images!
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