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Post by D a R K - R a H on Jan 17, 2009 23:43:24 GMT -5
I love you guys so much. And I adore these characters and the plots we've got going.
But I just don't have muse for any of it anymore. I hate it because you guys totally deserve to have an active admin. But even when I get on everyday, I just can't force myself to sit down and finish my multitude of posts.
I need your oppinions. Are any of you feeling the same? What can we do to return some life to this place?
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Post by __ S K Y E on Jan 18, 2009 18:12:43 GMT -5
I don't know how long you've been trying to keep this site going, so I can't really say much. I will tell you that I utterly love this site and its members to pieces, so I will be really sad if you decide to give up on it, but I will always accept the decision that all of you come to.
I'm feeling exactly the same as you, Darkums, but I'm not exactly sure what to do. If I did, you'd see CM up and moving right now; which it is, evidently, not.
I think, what we all need is new members, or just something new in general. I remember when we got Mouseh, Minnums and Scribbs, they were like new life that kept us going, because they were so darn happy and interesting and wonderful. I think every site needs new members like that to give us hope.
Maybe advertising would help? I honestly don't know.
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Post by Wazo on Jan 18, 2009 19:34:56 GMT -5
Well I love my characters here and I really really really really want to play through the plots we have going on, bringing brookclan back, the druids, etc. I've been dying to roleplay these.
On the other hand, it is your call because it is your site. I think its worth it to keep it going and I will do whatever I can to help.
I don't think the problem is something new. We do this everytime. Everytime things start slowing down we speed up ages, skip over plots, etc. We need to PLAY the plots that we have going on. we always think something new will attract people but I think activity will attract people and a solid plot. I want to play my characters, not pretended to have played them.
We have so much to work with that just never gets going. I will do what it takes to keep going, but not if others dont feel the same.
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Post by Raven-chan on Jan 18, 2009 22:54:22 GMT -5
Guys, this is my fault too. x( I have got to be the worst co-admin ever...And, to be honest, I'm super sick right now, so I can't think of anything right now...I just feel so darn bad. I honestly love this site, so much!! I'm sorry...*whimpers off into silence*
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Post by D a R K - R a H on Jan 19, 2009 20:02:09 GMT -5
I have reached a decision. I've thought about it and I've formulated a plan.
A plan? Indeed, that does mean I'm not ready to give up yet.
THE PLAN
A. THE NAME
The name of "Taragoff Park" seems to have thrown off not only random guests, but also dedicated members. I like how unique it is, but not how strange and obscure it is. So I'll be changed.
I've already considered going back to "The Dawn Clans", but anything with "Clans" in the title is already completely unoriginal. I've also considered simply "Dawn" and I would run with it were it not a title of one of the Warriors books.
Suggestions welcome. PM them to me.
B. THE MOVE
With the name changing, I feel it will make things easier and less confusing to move us all to a new url. I will personally do the move myself. This will include a new skin and updated information threads. It should only take me a week or so (I'll start once this week is over, since this week is Finals).
Please tell me what style you'd like the site coded into. Do you like the side table or is a table at the top all you think we should have? Oppinions welcome.
C. THE TIMING
I totally agree with Wazo. No more time shifting. No more plot-skipping. What we will do is start up on the other site exactly where we left off with the plot, moving the time one moon forward so all kits are fully roleplayable. The only cat that shall recieve a "poofed" rank change is Rootpaw, who has been an apprentice far too long.
I'm also moving around our seasons. I'm gonna make it late Spring when we pick up on the new site. Simply because that makes it easier to focus on the plot, rather than the weather.
D. THE CLEANING
Simplicity, simplicity, simplicity! I'm minimizing and cutting out unnecessary things. Some of the things we've got are just way too confusing to someone who hasn't been around them for ages. Hell, some of the things we've got are confusing to those of us who have.
Yes, you know it, I'm talking about the Druids. I realize that the plot doesn't really work without them, so I shall keep them, but simply change and alter them. They shall be changed to a loosely-bound group of loner-like cats. The only name rule they'll have shall be to take single-word, natural names. They will have no ranks. Druids will be born and raised with the same name. They will have no set mentoring system. Some of them may have mentors in other families, while others will simply be taught by their parents.
If there are things you like to see in the Druids or things you would like to keep, PM me about it. I'll make sure there's still a thread of information on them.
Ummm... I know I'm missing something here....
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Post by Raven-chan on Jan 20, 2009 0:08:51 GMT -5
This is why I love you guys, so much. You are my family. Even when we hit the absolute bottom, we have the love and determination to climb out of the pit. *hugcling* I will do whatever I can to help!
Yes, I absolutely agree with the Plan. (It just needs to be capitalized, don'tcha think?) I love the idea of roleplaying out all our plots, and only skipping a moon.
I absolutely love the sidebar style, just thought I would mention that as well. Oh, and I love the insta-poof Rootpaw...though I still don't know what his name will be....
Tell me what I need to do! Well, maybe next week, cuz this week is stupid finals, and I'm sick... |
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Post by D a R K - R a H on Jan 21, 2009 17:25:17 GMT -5
NAME OPTIONS
I. DOUBT
a feeling of uncertainty about the truth, reality, or nature of something
As Snake rises to power and beginnings tearing down any sense of peace, more than one cat will be doubting who they can trust, where they're loyalties lay, and perhaps even the difference between right and wrong. But even when a calm peace lays over the forest, a lingering feeling of doubt always hangs in the mind of someone.
II. DEEP WOODS
even in the shadows we lurk, beneath the tall trees
The forest is, obviously, mostly forested. Thick and untamed, who knows what secrets it holds? The far side of the lake, in the deepest part of the forest, is the place where StarClan dwells most powerfully.
III. THE FAR SHORE
around the lake we went, and up the winding path, to see the future ahead
Highlights the place where StarClan can be contacted. It is also the most mysterious place in all the forest, as few cats ever get to see it.
IV. DILUCULO / TENMEI / AUBE / ALBA
gold in the sky, rise above us and bring light to our days
All foreign forms of the word "dawn," as suggested by Skye. Refers back to the original site for this roleplay, as well as times to come. For if it is dawn, it is only the beginning.
SUGGESTIONS/COMMENTS, PLEASE.
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Post by Diamond on Jan 24, 2009 16:18:16 GMT -5
Well...I have a comment...er, more of a confession, really. First, let me start by saying, I honestly do love this site and the people on it. Goodness knows, I've known Darkeh and Stormeh for years. However...I have largely lost my muse for Warrior roleplays. I know I have...there just isn't denying it anymore. If I hadn't, I'd be here somewhat more >.<'. Also...I remember that before we moved here, to Taragoff Park, I was pretty active at the Dawn Clans. Now keep in mind I had most of my muse still intact when I was there. But moving here just about killed my will to roleplay Warriors. There were various reasons besides my shrinking muse that didn't help. Such as: - The increased amount of posting that I had to do once I got here
- That things were just too fast paced
- The posts just got too long too quickly for me.
I'm a good roleplayer, please don't think I'm not^^'. It's just that, once I lost my interest in roleplaying Warriors...I lost my ability to deal with the reasons above. What I'm saying is... ...I'm ashamed to admit it, but I just can't keep up. I can come here one day and nothing will have happened but then the next time I come, it seems like everything happens. Usually, as long as at least one or two of my characters are in a solid roleplay, I'm okay because I know whats going on and what I'm doing. But now I see we're getting geared up to go through a active drive again and of course thats great, but...I'm just worried that I'll be swept away with the tide. I don't want to leave, I'm not saying that I will. I'd never want to leave any of you, I do love you all, even those I don't know well. But at the same time, I do feel very much like dead weight. I am not on as much anymore and also, due to my lack of interest, I feel that I cannot roleplay as well as I usually could with all of you. To be honest, I know I've pretty much...drifted away from all of you. I am not sure what to do so...perhaps this may not be the best place to ask but...suggestions, anyone? (Darkeh, this post is meant to be a response to the topic in this thread, but it kinda came out as a big confession O.O'. If you would like me to post this elsewhere or make a seperate thread for it, please just let me know. ) |
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Post by D a R K - R a H on Jan 26, 2009 0:05:12 GMT -5
My dear, Diamond! I understand very well. In fact, if it weren't for these characters and these people, I might have tired of Warriors long before now.
Always know that there will be a place for you here if you still want it. I feel bad that we put you in a spot where you felt you couldn't keep up. Even if you don't feel the inspiration to post, I would very much like it if you still got on to visit us as often as you can.
To Everyone:
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Post by __ S K Y E on Jan 26, 2009 17:39:59 GMT -5
baww, Diamond. -squishes- I know what you mean; like Dark, I am pretty confident in saying that I have tired of Warriors, the books that is, for some time now. I don't know, but I'm pretty sure that without the fabulous roleplaying community I have - meaning you guys, the members - and my luffly charries, I probably wouldn't have written for - what? - six years?
I think you may be more encouraged to come on if you make a plot with your charries. I'd be glad to help; I know that the few days I come up with a great idea, make a plot with someone or the like, I'm really excited to start writing, homework or not. x) Whatever you decide to do, however, know that we - as Dark has already implied - will support you, alright? <33
Anyway, I really like the name "The Far Shore", but Deepwoods sounds nice too; also, although I like the concept of doubt, I don't like that as a name for the site. :3 mm, I'm not sure about the names in different languages anymore; I think we should leave the strange-sounding names to horse roleplays. You can look here for latin words, though, if you wish. x]]
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Post by Raven-chan on Jan 26, 2009 23:23:44 GMT -5
Aww, Diamond, it's okay, I completely understand. If it weren't for this site, these charries, these people, I probably would've stopped roleplaying Warriors long ago. I stopped rading them, because I couldn't keep up with how many books being written, and how slow my library is.
Name ideas? I love The Far Shore, and Deep Woods. But I'd say my favorite is The Far Shore, or maybe just Far Shore. I don't know, I love that. <333 I love y'all so much!!
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Post by Diamond on Feb 8, 2009 16:35:52 GMT -5
Hmm...thanks so much for the support guys^^. Gosh only knows, I needed it. Well, I'm not leaving the site, I'm not that bad at Warrior roleplays to do so yet XD. I may lurk in the shadows for a bit though until I figure out what to do X.x'. (In other words, I'll be around though I might not always log in. )
*Is squished by Skye* I think you might be on to something though Skye, perhaps I should make a plot of some sort with my characters o.o'. I wouldn't know where to start though, I gotta say. Perhaps I could use a little help^^'.
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