RPnarrative rules and etiquette
As with any other artform, particularly one where communication with and exposure to others is implicit, roleplay has its very own rules and etiquette. Here, we include both general roleplay rules and RPnarrative rules that are meant to foster yours and everyone else’s positive experience.
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Be kind and respectful – RPnarrative is meant to be a safe space, and everyone is welcome. For further details, please refer to our community guidelines. You can help uphold this by reporting repeat offenders (report buttons are available on Stream posts, Aesthetics and the character’s profile).
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Create and keep aware of trigger and content warnings if needed, and make sure your partner does the same.
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Mature or sexual content is not permitted on public Stream or public Chapters.
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Do not control your partner’s character or force them into situations they don’t agree with. For example, your partner might object to you punching them successfully, or lifting them off the ground.
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You are not obligated to begin or continue any story that you do not connect with, and the same is true for your partner. In that case, respectfully inform your partner that you wish to end your story or implement changes.
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Be mindful whenever OOC interactions are involved. Some roleplayers desire in-character interactions only; some are willing to establish real life friendships and banter; others may want something in between. Make sure you establish and respect each other’s boundaries early on.
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To avoid confusion when interacting OOC, a good rule is to use parentheses or any other agreed-upon indication. E.g. (OOC: "…”).
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Read yours and your partner’s replies well, then reread for good measure.
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Try to match your reply length to your partner’s, and respect your agreed-upon reply speed.
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Do not plagiarise! It’s okay to be inspired, but blatant stealing is prohibited.
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Do not bring your real-life issues and events into your roleplay space.