Eternity RPC Board
11-10-2018, 12:20 AM
(This post was last modified: 11-10-2018, 05:12 AM by Alvino Castillon.)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How does this work?
Previous iterations suffered from a lot of uncertainty while other suffered from way too many numbers. This time, we’re gonna simplify things down. The main stats you'll have to deal with are as follows:
Q2. Hold up. No money? No HP?
No and no. These are areas where we want to streamline things and put power in player hands. It’s best to not get bogged down in all the stats that you would see in the main game; the Levels stat covers most of that and allows players to focus more on the writing aspects rather than the numbers. Essentially, feel free to take the lead in most cases but try to be realistic. You’re a traveling young adult on a quest to be the very best that no one ever was, not some rich jerk who gets their jollies running a crime syndicate that steals Pokémon from others.
You will have a lot of leeway when it comes to how things play out but Lines and I are the final authorities on the outcomes. Put effort into your writing and interactions and we’ll leave you be. Try to blaze through things and we’re going to have to talk. There will be times where we may intervene to turn up the heat or cool things down in story, especially in battles with Gym leaders or crime syndicates. A list of the places where you'll find both will be forthcoming.
Also, plan to fail. We will be throwing obstacles at you and you will fail at times. If you don't want to lose ever don't fill out the app and go write some fan fiction. Simple as that.
Q3. How do Levels work?
Battles with other trainers or wild Pokémon. After each battle where your Pokémon succeeds without fainting, a hundred sided die is rolled. If the number is higher than your Pokémon’s level, your Pokémon levels up. If it isn’t, then the minimum roll required will be one less the next time.
So as an example, say you have a Charmander that is a Level 3. The die is rolled after battle and you get a 3 or higher. Your Charmander levels up to Level 4. Now let’s say your Squirtle, a Level 3, also won a battle. The die is rolled but you roll a 2. The next time your Squirtle wins a battle, you’ll need to roll a 2 or higher to level up.
Q4. How do I get around?
Biking. Walking. Skateboarding. Hoverboarding.
Fly will be accessible after you obtain two badges. You do not need to teach your Pokémon the move Fly; there will be an app on your smartphone offered for Fly service. You can only fly to towns you have visited before.
Surf works in a similar fashion. Two badges and you’ll have access to an app on your smartphone that lets you call for Surf service.
Ferries run along the coasts to take people to different towns. They are quicker than just walking on the roads, but you’ll find less chances to train up your Pokémon for upcoming Gym Battles. Also less chances to catch Pokemon in the wild.
Q5. How do I catch Pokémon?
Different areas will be set as “biomes” where certain types of Pokémon are more common than others. Lower level Pokémon will be more common at the beginning; as you gain more badges, you will be able to find higher level Pokémon and evolved versions as well.
You can have six Pokémon in your party at once. Any extras will be sent to your Storage. You can review storage from anywhere using a smartphone (all characters should have one) but you can only transfer Pokémon from a PokeCenter. They’re all around so that shouldn’t be a problem.
It’s best to check in with me when you reach a new area to see what kind of Pokémon are able to be caught. I’ll be happy to give you a rundown.
Q6. How do Gym Battles work?
3 on 3. First to have all three faint loses the match. If you win you gain a badge. If you lose, there’s always next time. Each trainer has their own gimmick in terms of Pokémon type but also in terms of the layout of the gym itself. Lines will run four and I’ll run four.
Note: Elite Four are 6 on 6 battles.
Q7. What’s the government in this world exactly?
There is none.
No, I’m not kidding. There’s really no real central government. All cities are city-states and the towns are their own jurisdictions. The only ties that are binding them together are the Pokémon Trainers League. Additionally, much like the series there are the Officer Jennies, but that’s the extent of their cooperation.
This is a world where might is right. It can be rather brutal, and everyone knows this. Do not expect them to wait up in their Gyms for you to come to them. They are their own powerful personalities with their own followings and will make moves to strengthen themselves to possibly become the Pokémon Champion.
Additionally the region has very active and very dangerous criminal syndicates with their own ideologies. You will encounter them in your travels and they may try to bring harm upon you. Some people may choose to join them, and that’s perfectly acceptable. This is supposed to be open ended after all. You don’t have to play the Good Guy; you could just as easily become a criminal and become the ultimate lord of the criminal underworld.
But don’t expect the Elite Four to sit back in their HQ and watch the show either. They are the Elite Four for a reason, and they will be working to make dramatic shifts to the region. One of the Four alone can be a formidable foe. All four combined are extremely dangerous. If you seek to overthrow them, proceed with caution.
Q8. What Pokémon can I start with?
You can start with up to three first evolution Pokémon. You will have 10 Levels to distribute out to your Pokémon. Any requests for non-first evolution Pokémon must be cleared with me ahead of time. In the application, please make sure to list the Pokémon and their respective level.
Q9. Are there any things that need to be clarified?
Some things to keep in mind:
Q1. How does this work?
Previous iterations suffered from a lot of uncertainty while other suffered from way too many numbers. This time, we’re gonna simplify things down. The main stats you'll have to deal with are as follows:
- Badges: How many badges you have will affect the type of Pokemon you can find and level they'd be at.
- Moveset: Four moves per Pokemon. Low leveled Pokemon will start with one or two but gain moves quickly. Our server has a Pokedex; you can look up what kind of moves your Pokemon can/can't take on.
- Levels: Each Pokemon will have a level. Leveling up will make your Pokemon increase their HP while also being tougher in other stats. Levels should be reflected in RP; a lower level Pokemon will likely get pummeled by a higher level rather quickly and vice versa.
- Fame/Infamy: How well known you are around the region and your success in Gym Battles may have an impact on how others see you. As your adventure continues, you will find yourself answering for the deeds (both good and bad) that you may have engaged in over time. The higher this goes, the more influence you have in your travels. A high enough influence may even open some unforeseen doors...
Q2. Hold up. No money? No HP?
No and no. These are areas where we want to streamline things and put power in player hands. It’s best to not get bogged down in all the stats that you would see in the main game; the Levels stat covers most of that and allows players to focus more on the writing aspects rather than the numbers. Essentially, feel free to take the lead in most cases but try to be realistic. You’re a traveling young adult on a quest to be the very best that no one ever was, not some rich jerk who gets their jollies running a crime syndicate that steals Pokémon from others.
You will have a lot of leeway when it comes to how things play out but Lines and I are the final authorities on the outcomes. Put effort into your writing and interactions and we’ll leave you be. Try to blaze through things and we’re going to have to talk. There will be times where we may intervene to turn up the heat or cool things down in story, especially in battles with Gym leaders or crime syndicates. A list of the places where you'll find both will be forthcoming.
Also, plan to fail. We will be throwing obstacles at you and you will fail at times. If you don't want to lose ever don't fill out the app and go write some fan fiction. Simple as that.
Q3. How do Levels work?
Battles with other trainers or wild Pokémon. After each battle where your Pokémon succeeds without fainting, a hundred sided die is rolled. If the number is higher than your Pokémon’s level, your Pokémon levels up. If it isn’t, then the minimum roll required will be one less the next time.
So as an example, say you have a Charmander that is a Level 3. The die is rolled after battle and you get a 3 or higher. Your Charmander levels up to Level 4. Now let’s say your Squirtle, a Level 3, also won a battle. The die is rolled but you roll a 2. The next time your Squirtle wins a battle, you’ll need to roll a 2 or higher to level up.
Q4. How do I get around?
Biking. Walking. Skateboarding. Hoverboarding.
Fly will be accessible after you obtain two badges. You do not need to teach your Pokémon the move Fly; there will be an app on your smartphone offered for Fly service. You can only fly to towns you have visited before.
Surf works in a similar fashion. Two badges and you’ll have access to an app on your smartphone that lets you call for Surf service.
Ferries run along the coasts to take people to different towns. They are quicker than just walking on the roads, but you’ll find less chances to train up your Pokémon for upcoming Gym Battles. Also less chances to catch Pokemon in the wild.
Q5. How do I catch Pokémon?
Different areas will be set as “biomes” where certain types of Pokémon are more common than others. Lower level Pokémon will be more common at the beginning; as you gain more badges, you will be able to find higher level Pokémon and evolved versions as well.
You can have six Pokémon in your party at once. Any extras will be sent to your Storage. You can review storage from anywhere using a smartphone (all characters should have one) but you can only transfer Pokémon from a PokeCenter. They’re all around so that shouldn’t be a problem.
It’s best to check in with me when you reach a new area to see what kind of Pokémon are able to be caught. I’ll be happy to give you a rundown.
Q6. How do Gym Battles work?
3 on 3. First to have all three faint loses the match. If you win you gain a badge. If you lose, there’s always next time. Each trainer has their own gimmick in terms of Pokémon type but also in terms of the layout of the gym itself. Lines will run four and I’ll run four.
Note: Elite Four are 6 on 6 battles.
Q7. What’s the government in this world exactly?
There is none.
No, I’m not kidding. There’s really no real central government. All cities are city-states and the towns are their own jurisdictions. The only ties that are binding them together are the Pokémon Trainers League. Additionally, much like the series there are the Officer Jennies, but that’s the extent of their cooperation.
This is a world where might is right. It can be rather brutal, and everyone knows this. Do not expect them to wait up in their Gyms for you to come to them. They are their own powerful personalities with their own followings and will make moves to strengthen themselves to possibly become the Pokémon Champion.
Additionally the region has very active and very dangerous criminal syndicates with their own ideologies. You will encounter them in your travels and they may try to bring harm upon you. Some people may choose to join them, and that’s perfectly acceptable. This is supposed to be open ended after all. You don’t have to play the Good Guy; you could just as easily become a criminal and become the ultimate lord of the criminal underworld.
But don’t expect the Elite Four to sit back in their HQ and watch the show either. They are the Elite Four for a reason, and they will be working to make dramatic shifts to the region. One of the Four alone can be a formidable foe. All four combined are extremely dangerous. If you seek to overthrow them, proceed with caution.
Q8. What Pokémon can I start with?
You can start with up to three first evolution Pokémon. You will have 10 Levels to distribute out to your Pokémon. Any requests for non-first evolution Pokémon must be cleared with me ahead of time. In the application, please make sure to list the Pokémon and their respective level.
Q9. Are there any things that need to be clarified?
Some things to keep in mind:
- IT IS POSSIBLE TO DIE. IT IS POSSIBLE TO COMMIT MURDER. BEWARE THE CONSEQUENCES.
- All captured Pokemon are registered with their respective Trainer. As a result, you can not capture another person’s Pokemon. It is possible to steal the Pokeball and rewrite its Trainer however, but doing so is in violation with the law.
- We don’t talk about where the food comes from.
- Generations I-III of Pokémon are the only ones we’re using. NO EXCEPTIONS.
- Any other questions, please reach out to me and I’ll try to answer them as best I can.
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