New RPing technique

[Archon Muz]

I said in my intro post I had come up with a new RPing technique.
Since I've only got the RP method and I missing an idea to try it, I've decided to tell you all about it, and see what you think of it first.

Firstly, A small reason why I came up with it. The reason is, when I come up with an RP, and the idea takes off, at some point someone does something I hadn't thought of. It's a good idea, but in the story I envisioned...it doesn't work. I go along with it anyway, hoping to adapt the story. But as usual it all goes wrong and the RP dies of inactivity.

My idea is Objective based RPing. The writer sets out goals for the other players to accomplish. They can do it in their own way to retain creativity and RP flair. But it allows a story to flow smoothly. I suppose if the writer mucks it up it can also go wrong. But everyone can discuss those parts to avoid this.
An example of how the objective could be laid out would be like so.

1: All player chars must join a faction
2: <Player name 1> must encounter <NPC Joe Bloggs> and get <Plot Item A>
2a: <Player name 1> must witness death of <NPC Joe Bloggs> Whether Player gets attacked or is ignored or escapes is up to player.
3: Optional: <One Char of Faction A> should meet with <NPC of Faction B> to accept or reject spying offer.
4: ***** Yet to be revealed ***** Complete 1 & 2 to reveal
4a: ***** Yet to be revealed **** If Spying offer is accepted. this will be revealed
4b:***** Yet to be revealed **** If Spying offer is rejected, this will be revealed.

And so on and so forth. The objective based system can also help stop chars going too far ahead. If only one or two objectives have been revealed, then they can't really proceed with the RP.
*sigh* I had loads of things I wanted to say about this...but I can't remember any of them anymore....
If you have any ideas or suggestions or opinions feel free to give them. Heck if you think the objective based system is a cool idea, feel free to try it. I'll gladly join the RP. Like I said before, the only reason I haven't made an RP is because I haven't got a good enough idea.

[Eilonwy]

It's an interesting idea, though it took me a bit to understand it.

[Kyuu]

Yes this idea seems to work rather well, but I'm not sure if many people might like the idea of being restricted to following certain points in the plot. I like it tho, it gives it solidity, so people stop making things up themselves that may run completely counter to the plot... Buuut then again there is the idea of it being restrictive and some people may not like that. (I like it! XD)

[Tsukiyomi]

I can understand its necessity, and its usefulness. Far too many fantastic RPs on Mystic got ruined by imbeciles who wanted to write their own story. However, it does seem as if it would be a bit restricting... problematic people can be avoided as far as planned RPs go, with the creator able to accept or reject people who want to join... I suppose it depends. It could be very helpful for some RPs, but annoying restrictive for others. It depends on the situation and the people involved.

[kalimar]

I agree that it could be useful in places like Mystic or as guidlines for people that are new with role playing. However, I don't think that it would be needed here with so many veterans that know what they are doing.

I applaud your efforts though! ^_^

[Archon Muz]

Wow....I'd completely forgotten I'd posted this. I'm such a Muz. meh...I still don't have an idea for it....

[calgar]

Not a bad idea you have there. I agree that people do kinda mess RPs up sometimes by taking things the wrong way. It could work but could complicate things for newbies.

[stalphose]

This idea is definately in-depth. It's unfortunate that you can't create an RP though. T-T

[Mouse]

i'll definitely propose your idea on another forum i'm a part of, since i've never seen an RP get finished there... it's rediculous - also though, when starting an RPG, in the starting story, define the plot and what needs to happen in order for the story to continue or end. and then it's not restrictive for the RPers ^___^ i do wanna try that though with some of the n00b roleplayers that i play with ^___^ thanks!