Thom; Limits & Needs

[Audrey Vandergraaf]

PLAYER WANTS

What is your plotting philosophy?
Plotting that is either discussed at length or related to meaningful life events (hook-ups, break-ups, romances, serious disputes etc) is something that I would expect a certain degree of mutual commitment. However, if certain events develop organically, I’d be open to exploring that as well. I’m not very rigid as a writer and I do enjoy a certain degree of spontaneity. Personally, I’ve never outlined ahead of time, but I can be accommodating if that is what you like to do—I find that a grounded starting premise is usually all that’s necessary.

What types of plots are you interested in playing?
I’m open to anything, I don’t really have any specific plots in mind. I really like when ideas develop alongside one another when two writers share ideas that they’re both passionate about.

What types of plots are you not interested in playing?
I get bored of superfluous fight scenes, but from what I understand, there isn’t much of that around here… I’m seriously open to pretty much anything.

How often can you reply to any given thread?
At least daily--I’m a pretty quick poster, but I’m understanding that not everyone can post on my schedule.

What is the longest you're willing to wait for a reply to a thread?
I can wait any amount of time, but I’ll probably lose some interest after a few weeks.

Are you open to RPing over instant messengers? If so, what's the best way to contact you and what times are you generally available?
I guess I could use Skype or AIM, I keep pretty odd hours and can just set up an account on another messenger if instant messaging becomes something we are both showing interest in.

Are you open to post volleying?
Not usually, but if our schedules permit it, I’d be open to it. Skype or some other messenger would probably be the best forum for that, but we could discuss further details via PM.
Anything else?
Not really haha.

PLAYER LIMITS

What are you limits regarding powerplay/godmoding?
I don’t mind if someone commits an lesser aggressive act against my character whether it be a punch, a hit, a kiss etc… I’m assuming no one is just going to seriously injure or commit some kind of abuse against my character without it being a pre-discussed plot point. I do, however, have a huge issue when writers decide my character’s responses to events for me—If my character is overcome with desire or hatred toward yours, I promise I will establish it first and we can move from there.

What are your limits in regards to romantic situations?
I am comfortable with pretty much everything, and although I’m used to a certain degree of pre-plotting, I also enjoy spontaneity in the way characters respond to one another. IC-rejection, love triangles, age differences, gender experimentation, etc—I’m open to absolutely everything.

What are your limits in regards to sex (within the TOS)?
I have zero limits related to role-playing sex. I understand this board has a fade-to-black policy, so I figured things would get PG-13 and then fade-to-black. If you would like to take the plot further on a private messenger, I would be open to that.

What are your limits in regards to violent scenes (within the TOS)?
I have no limits, I can just get bored of repetitive violent acts when a fight scene runs too long.

What are your limits in regards to abuse/rape in plots?
My character is a survivor of abuse/rape, so I do not have limits regarding this topic. If this is to be used as a plot point during some exchange, I would expect to talk to you about it beforehand to make sure we’re all on the same page. The only issue I have with role-playing that relates to abuse/rape is the expectation of a certain degree of authenticity and a sensitive understanding of the topic. That’s all!

Anything else?
I’m accustomed to a much more explicit style of role-playing, so please let me know immediately if I write something that is inappropriate or makes you uncomfortable. I know this will be an adjustment for me, but I want to be respecting of the community.
Credit to Rhi-Rhi from Spirits of the Earth for this questionnaire.