frequently asked questions

Just a few things that might be rattling about in your head [updated 02.11.09]:



o1. What kind of RP is this exactly?

nixcore is a Naruto-themed RP where the characters are in modern-day Los Angeles, California. By certain circumstances, they all end up employed in one way or another by an independent adult movie company called Nixcore.

o2. Are players expected to RP smut?

Yes and no. You do have the choice to not log any NC-17 material or make your character an "actor/tress." There are other methods of employment at the company- say you want to be a secretary, a talent scout, director, or a writer.

o3. How do we RP here?

You can RP through threads in character journals [in first person for general journal interaction - third person for real-time IC interaction via logs], or participate in the group threads in the main community. If you would like to post a log you and another player did on IM, then post it in either the main community journal or in your character journal. Be sure to friends-lock it if it is R-rated! If you did a separate log and would like to share it, feel free to post it! We all would love to read it!

o4. How can I contact other players as well as the moderators?

All players of Nixcore are required to have AIM (AOL Instant Messenger) so this is the primary means of contact. You can find this information on the contact information.

Mod contact information is here.

o5. I don't have a lot of experience in RPing adult themes, but would like to try to RP here. Is that okay?

Yes!

o6. What is a PB?

A PB is a real-life person you're basing your character on. Browsing the taken characters list will show you the choices some other players have made. You're free to choose whoever you'd like, but please try to keep a PB that does physically resemble the character in some way. Also keep it within the gender. Do not use a male to represent a female character or a female to resemble a male character. If you need help finding a PB, players and mods are always eager to help!

Edit 112808: Can I change my PB? Yes! You are definitely allowed to change your PB if the one you have chosen just isn't working for you anymore, or if you've found someone that is just perfect. But while we allow you to do this, please, please don't change your PB once a week. There's no limit on how much you can change your PB, but really you shouldn't need to change it more than once. It's a task for both you and the mods, because you have to go change icons, and we have to reupdate all the images and text on the lists. So long story short, yes, you can change your PB. But no, you cannot change it over and over and over and over again.

If you do want to change your PB, please contact the mods BEFORE you change it. You do need mod approval to go through with this.

o7. There are certain things I won't RP [such as BDSM or lesbianism]. Is that okay?

We don't want you uncomfortable in any way in this RP. If there are certain things you like to RP or don't please say so! By telling us what you prefer to RP, we can set up group RP scenes much better!

o8. How many characters can I apply for?

The current limit is three[3] per player. Though for your third character, certain requirements must be met. Please contact the mods for further information.

o9. Can the characters have side jobs?

Yes! Nixcore doesn't have to be their sole means of money! They can work at a bar, be in a band, coffee house, roller-rink, be a full-time struggling college student, and etc. Or they can just do it because they want to? Be as creative as you like, but be sure that they work at Nixcore! If you're having trouble trying to figure out your character, then you can discuss it with the mods!

o10. May I apply for deceased/underage characters?

You can apply for deceased characters, but absolutely NO underage ones!

o11. How do journals work here? What kind of format do we write in them?

Write in your journals in first person format. Use your character journals like you would your own LiveJournal. The characters are not face-to-face when they interact with each other via the internet. The scene logs are an exception- they are in real-time, but you must be in third person to participate (unless stated otherwise). For separate logs, please write them in third person format (again, unless stated otherwise).

o12. Besides separate logs and scene threads, what else can be posted in the main community? Or is that it?

You can also use the main community as an "IC bulletin board:" If you need a place to stay, or you're a director advertising for actors to do a certain movie? Then you can use the main community for these as well!

o13. I applied for a character, but I forgot to check the reservation list- someone reserved the same character! What do-

-... Don't worry. Even though we have the reservation system here, there is still a "first come, first serve" deal in it. However we strongly believe in giving anyone a chance at a character. If there are multiple applications for a character [reserved or not- which is why its sometimes best to reserve and apply as soon as possible], the mod will inform you that your applications will be held and put up for vote by the members in the OOC community [nixedandfixed]. Here is where you will remain anonymous, and the members will decide upon the best application for the character. When the final result comes in, a mod will get in contact with you [or all of you] as soon as possible!

If you have any other questions, feel free to leave a comment.