Post by Avery on Jan 17, 2014 13:38:53 GMT -5
An epic tale of magic...
So, this idea came to fruition via the Skypechat, and Thundy and I are hopeful that it will be super fun FOR EVERYONE. \o/ Basically, we want to do a giant NTWF story. Sort of like the NTWF Games (if you don't know what that is, see: here)-- but with some marked differences.
First, rather than a Hunger Games spoof, we'd like to do something fantasy, sort of like the tone of Harry Potter and utilizing some points from that universe, but obviously with our own NTWF spin. Second, this is going to be a collaboration! That's right: not just one writer, but up to five. Thundy and I are the 'project leaders' and will thus count as writers one and two. We then would like 1-3 more writers. We'll all then work together to first draft a plot for the story (at this point it'll be decided just how similar/different we want it to be from HP XD). Then, we'll each write chapters in a set order. For example, if we end up with four writers, each writer will do every fourth chapter. If we have five, it'll be every fifth. Obviously the eventual length of the story will depend on what we figure out for the plot, but I imagine it'll be fairly lengthy. Unlike the NTWF games, the protagonist is going to be an original character who then interacts with NTWF people-characters. This is because with numerous writers, we feel this would be fairest and simplest. XD
In addition to writers, we also want some artists! Artists can do a variety of things. They can either make an illustration to go along with a chapter. Or they can perhaps draw up something from the universe, or just a character, or whatever they'd like. The more artists the merrier.
Finally, we need characters. ALL THE CHARACTERS! \o/ If you'd like to be a character, let us know here. In fact, unless we receive your permission to appear, you will not be able to be a character at all. D: How sad! You can also let us know what sort of character you'd be prefer to be. That is, are you wildly opposed to being a villain? Would you prefer just a minor supporting role? Obviously, some characters will play more prominent a role than others-- and if you end up being a major character, you'll likely be contacted for further details on your persona, especially if you don't have a profile of your persona posted.
Sound fun? Fantastic! Here's how it's going to work:
If you'd like to be a writer...
1. Post here saying you want to be a writer. Keep in mind that this is going to be a fairly ambitious project. It'll require plotting, then writing, and obviously a lot of chatter among co-writers to keep everything smooth. Please don't sign up as a writer unless you foresee yourself definitely having time for this project. It's not like it's going to be all-consuming, but especially at the outset, it'll require a moderate deal of time commitment as we figure out the plot. Once things are rolling, it'll probably lessen (since you'll only have to write every 3rd, 4th, or 5th chapter)-- but it'll still need some degree of dedication.
2. Thundy and I are aware that there may be more than three more people who wish to be co-writers. To keep this as fair as possible, and to avoid this simply being a case of whoever signs up fastest getting to be a co-writer, we're going to utilize a lottery system if we get more than the three interested people. You therefore have until tomorrow (Saturday the 18th) at 3pm EST to express your interest in being a writer. At that point, if we have more than three interested people, we will select the co-writers via random number generator. We know this'll kind of suck if you don't get chosen, but don't fear! You can still be a character. Or an artist. And Thundy and I are also considering other "roles" that might be more participatory for anyone who may not get chosen.
3. If you want to be a writer, we would kind of prefer that you have Skype for easier plotting/chatting, because PMs can be sort of unwieldily. Skype is not required. But definitely preferred.
If you'd like to be an artist...
1. Post here saying you want to be an artist. Tell us whether you'd prefer to draw illustrations for chapters (which may be somewhat time sensitive) or if you'd just prefer doing general art (characters, etc.). After things start getting organized, you'll be contacted with further info.
2. You're more than welcome to apply to be an artist AND a writer. Meaning, since there are unlimited artists, you can write and art if you'd like.
If you'd like to be a character...
1. Post here saying we can use you as a character. THIS IS MANDATORY. If we don't receive explicit permission, we will be unable to use you, unfortunately. As stated previously, you can also say any strong preferences... for example, if you really don't want to be a main character. Or if you would love to be a villain. Negative requests (e.g., "I don't want to [x]") will be honored. Positive requests (e.g., "I really wanna be the main antagonist 8D") will be considered, but since we probably will have more volunteers than major characters, can't guarantee anything. But if you say you wanna be in the story, we will definitely find a way to insert you somewhere, some way. =D
2. Obviously, you can have a creative role (writer or artist) and also be a character.
**
Sound fun? Then sign up today! =D
First, rather than a Hunger Games spoof, we'd like to do something fantasy, sort of like the tone of Harry Potter and utilizing some points from that universe, but obviously with our own NTWF spin. Second, this is going to be a collaboration! That's right: not just one writer, but up to five. Thundy and I are the 'project leaders' and will thus count as writers one and two. We then would like 1-3 more writers. We'll all then work together to first draft a plot for the story (at this point it'll be decided just how similar/different we want it to be from HP XD). Then, we'll each write chapters in a set order. For example, if we end up with four writers, each writer will do every fourth chapter. If we have five, it'll be every fifth. Obviously the eventual length of the story will depend on what we figure out for the plot, but I imagine it'll be fairly lengthy. Unlike the NTWF games, the protagonist is going to be an original character who then interacts with NTWF people-characters. This is because with numerous writers, we feel this would be fairest and simplest. XD
In addition to writers, we also want some artists! Artists can do a variety of things. They can either make an illustration to go along with a chapter. Or they can perhaps draw up something from the universe, or just a character, or whatever they'd like. The more artists the merrier.
Finally, we need characters. ALL THE CHARACTERS! \o/ If you'd like to be a character, let us know here. In fact, unless we receive your permission to appear, you will not be able to be a character at all. D: How sad! You can also let us know what sort of character you'd be prefer to be. That is, are you wildly opposed to being a villain? Would you prefer just a minor supporting role? Obviously, some characters will play more prominent a role than others-- and if you end up being a major character, you'll likely be contacted for further details on your persona, especially if you don't have a profile of your persona posted.
Sound fun? Fantastic! Here's how it's going to work:
If you'd like to be a writer...
1. Post here saying you want to be a writer. Keep in mind that this is going to be a fairly ambitious project. It'll require plotting, then writing, and obviously a lot of chatter among co-writers to keep everything smooth. Please don't sign up as a writer unless you foresee yourself definitely having time for this project. It's not like it's going to be all-consuming, but especially at the outset, it'll require a moderate deal of time commitment as we figure out the plot. Once things are rolling, it'll probably lessen (since you'll only have to write every 3rd, 4th, or 5th chapter)-- but it'll still need some degree of dedication.
2. Thundy and I are aware that there may be more than three more people who wish to be co-writers. To keep this as fair as possible, and to avoid this simply being a case of whoever signs up fastest getting to be a co-writer, we're going to utilize a lottery system if we get more than the three interested people. You therefore have until tomorrow (Saturday the 18th) at 3pm EST to express your interest in being a writer. At that point, if we have more than three interested people, we will select the co-writers via random number generator. We know this'll kind of suck if you don't get chosen, but don't fear! You can still be a character. Or an artist. And Thundy and I are also considering other "roles" that might be more participatory for anyone who may not get chosen.
3. If you want to be a writer, we would kind of prefer that you have Skype for easier plotting/chatting, because PMs can be sort of unwieldily. Skype is not required. But definitely preferred.
If you'd like to be an artist...
1. Post here saying you want to be an artist. Tell us whether you'd prefer to draw illustrations for chapters (which may be somewhat time sensitive) or if you'd just prefer doing general art (characters, etc.). After things start getting organized, you'll be contacted with further info.
2. You're more than welcome to apply to be an artist AND a writer. Meaning, since there are unlimited artists, you can write and art if you'd like.
If you'd like to be a character...
1. Post here saying we can use you as a character. THIS IS MANDATORY. If we don't receive explicit permission, we will be unable to use you, unfortunately. As stated previously, you can also say any strong preferences... for example, if you really don't want to be a main character. Or if you would love to be a villain. Negative requests (e.g., "I don't want to [x]") will be honored. Positive requests (e.g., "I really wanna be the main antagonist 8D") will be considered, but since we probably will have more volunteers than major characters, can't guarantee anything. But if you say you wanna be in the story, we will definitely find a way to insert you somewhere, some way. =D
2. Obviously, you can have a creative role (writer or artist) and also be a character.
**
Sound fun? Then sign up today! =D
Writer [Candidates]
1. Kristy
2. Pixie
3. Azzie
Artists:
1. Cassie
2. Kristy
3. Nat
4. Icon
5. Lizica
Characters:
1. Azzie
2. Cassie
3. PFA
4. GLQ
5. Pixie
6. Kristy
7. Celestial
8. Tiger
9. Jay
10. Teow
11. Selm
12. Ian Wolf-Park
13. Zylaa
14. Nova
15. Draco
16. Kozma
17. Lizica
18. Breakingchains
19. Killix
20. Chao
21. Lizzie
22. Alyssa
23. Sporty
24. Coaster
25. Ted
26. Hunter
27. Torkie
1. Kristy
2. Pixie
3. Azzie
Artists:
1. Cassie
2. Kristy
3. Nat
4. Icon
5. Lizica
Characters:
1. Azzie
2. Cassie
3. PFA
4. GLQ
5. Pixie
6. Kristy
7. Celestial
8. Tiger
9. Jay
10. Teow
11. Selm
12. Ian Wolf-Park
13. Zylaa
14. Nova
15. Draco
16. Kozma
17. Lizica
18. Breakingchains
19. Killix
20. Chao
21. Lizzie
22. Alyssa
23. Sporty
24. Coaster
25. Ted
26. Hunter
27. Torkie