Application

Application

Looking to apply for an App-Free Character (AFC)? You only need to fill out the first section (about you) and the first question. Also, let us know how you heard about us!

Disclaimer: TF2005 Character Staff reserves the right to reject any application, but more specifically those that:

(a) are not spelled and capitalized with correct grammar. While we won't flunk a 10K application for having one misspelled word, a good number of typos will result in a rejection. In a text-based, role-playing environment, readability is critical, and if you can't check for typos in an email, it doesn't seem to imply that you would do so online. (b) include concepts, ideas, or portions of names excluded in Overdone Characters or Names. (c) are sent in non ASCII/plain-text formats. No HTML-embedded mail. (d) are for a Transformer toy not on our FC list. (e) are received within one month after you have had a previous application approved, with exceptions for EFC apps and humans. (f) have not made the suggested changes since the previous application was sent back. (g) do not conform to the guidelines in Re-Applying.

The Player

Your Name: Your Age: Email Address: Character Name: Character Faction:

Experience and Comprehension

1) List previous characters and adminly positions held at Transformer-themed MU*s. Excessively spammy responses will draw the ire of Character Staff.


 * AFC Applications do not need to answer the remaining questions *

2) If you have not played at TF2K5 before or are returning after a hiatus, how well do you understand our theme (see Theme for details)? Our existing players do not need to answer this.

2b) If you are new to the MUSH, how did you hear about us?

3) Define what "consensual role play" means to you and why it is the foundation of character interaction at TF2K5.

Personality

4) Give at least three fairly unique adjectives to describe the personality of this character, and discuss why and how the character came to possess these traits. This is THE most important question on the application. We're looking for a well-developed, full paragraph for EACH adjective. Hint: "Loyal" is not unique.

5) What do you perceive as the greatest strength and greatest weakness in the character's personality? Please do not make them the same thing, this is an overdone tactic and not remotely original.

6) What are this character's moral and ethical beliefs?

Role Play

7) Your character enters a room with other characters present, but nothing seems to be going on. Use a sample pose to demonstrate how you would initiate role-play in this situation. Be creative with the environment and specific characters present, but do not pose for anyone else. We're looking for how YOU would role-play THIS character.

8) In an average week, how often do you expect to be IC and active?

Original Characters

9) What is your basis for choosing this character's name? See Names for guidelines in acceptable names.

10) Why is your character aligned with this faction? In other words, what makes him/her agree with the overall philosophy?

11) What is your character's origin and history? Before doing this, read Origin if you haven't already. Do NOT answer with 'no one knows', or anything similar. Your background may be ICly secret, but you must have an approved one. The rule of thumb, especially if you've not played at TF2K5 before, is to keep it short and sweet. Three lines? Great, you're in. The more detailed a background is, the more likely it is to conflict with TF2K5's theme. Please refrain from using dead FCs in your background unless absolutely necessary, and get permission from them if you're going to use an existing OC/FC.

12) What is your character's function, quote, and note? Please refer to Function, Quote, and Note for references, and +icfinger some characters on the MUSH for examples.

13) Justification: if you're requesting anything 8 points or more (including non-velocity2 Stats, Attacks, and Abilities), explain why you're after them both ICly *and OOCly*. Stats below a 4 also need to be justified, as they represent an appalling level of incompetence in that field. Lastly, any abilities that are not clearly inherent to the character need to be explained. For example, we understand jet alt-modes taking Flight but if the jet also has Forcefield we need to know why. Understand that 8 or 10 point Abilities, 10-level Stats (except velocity2) or Cannon requests mean that the application must be forwarded to all of the staff heads for approval. This will extend the time of the application process.

Stats

The next portion of the application is used to calculate your stats. Check Application Example to see one filled out. If you need help, please refer to Chargen, Abilities, Prerequisites, or Attacks. Please be sure to place totals in the appropriate areas as well. If you would like to switch APs from another character into CPs for your OC, please make note of that in this portion of the application.

Mode 1 Form: (Robot) Mode 2 Form: (Vehicle)

Strength - Intelligence - Dexterity - Leadership - Endurance - Courage - Speed - Technical - Firepower -

Velocity for Mode 1 - Velocity for Mode 2 -


 * Total stats cost:

Size for Mode 1 - Size for Mode 2 -


 * Total sizes cost:

Attacks for Mode 1 / total cost: Attacks for Mode 2 / total cost: Abilities for Mode 1 / total cost: Abilities for Mode 2 / total cost: Skills:

Total character cost:

(See 'News Application Example' for a completed sheet) (See 'Application Costs' for a quick rundown of costs)

Now that you're done, send the application to:

2k5apps@tf2005.net

with the subject: Character Name - OC/AFC/FC/NFC/EFC - Faction

For example: Scattershot - NFC - Autobots

Good luck! Responses should take four days at most and, if warranted, closing dates for EFC/FC applications will be posted to BB 26. Understand that Character Staffers take time out of their of their personal lives to judge all applications submitted. Chances are good that they spend about the same time reading your application as you spend writing it. Harassing a Charstaffer when you just submitted the application 10 minutes ago is a great way for the Staffer to decide to put it off for another day, so be kind and patient! That said, Charstaffers are always willing to help you if something isn't clear or if you want to run an idea past them.