Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board
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				Title: <strong>Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>03-10-2010, 04:59:07</strong>
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				<div align="center"><span style="font-family: pristina;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 36pt;" class="bbc_size">The Bulletin Board</span></span><br><div align="center"><sup><strong>^ Please bookmark this thread! ^</strong></sup></div><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong></span> shall be your <span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>GM</strong></span> for the stay, and <span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>echoes, Secretwriter</strong></span> and <strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size">Christa McGinn</span></strong> are my <span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Moderators</strong></span>.<br><br>If any problems occur during your visit, please do not hesitate to bring it to myself or to either of them when I'm not available. <br>We'll try our best to help resolve your problem and make this a pleasant stay to remember!<br><br>*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*<br><br>Please remember to write your <strong>character name</strong> and <strong>current action</strong> (location, who they're interacting with, etc) at the <strong>top of your posts </strong><br>so that others can see at a glance where everyone is. For example: Aline Myobi - Heading down to meet and greet at the Gallery.</div>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>03-10-2010, 15:02:26</strong>
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				<div align="center"><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Smile for the camera!</strong></span></div><br>Since this looks like it's shaping up to be a big group game, here are just a few points to abide by so that we're all happy campers.<br><br><ul class="bbc_list" style="list-style-type: decimal;"><li>Obviously, we all know to be courteous and polite. If there are any problems between players please either try and solve it through PMs or bring your complaint to me.</li><li>Please keep in mind that although this game may hold elements on BDSM (and even encourage it at times) it is not entirely based around sex. Instead, I would very much like to see an exploration of the different layers of aspects of eroticism and one's own sexuality. BDSM does not mean that a person can be treated like a piece of meat. Etc. I'm sure we all understand and it doesn't need to be mentioned in greater detail, however if it is noticed (or brought to my attention) then players will receive a warning before being asked to leave.</li><li>I do expect at least a few paragraphs from each post. This does not mean extremely lengthy ones, but please give enough so that other players will have something (or plenty) to work with and reply to. I know that everyone here can write at least two paragraphs or more so please do so...with substance of course, not just a bunch of gibberish to fill up space. If I notice that certain players continually post one-liners (god forbid) then a warning will be issued before asked to leave.</li><li>*update* New to BDSM or not, this (http://www.xeromag.com/fvbdsm.html) is a terrific little article that should be used as a guide as to the yeas and nays of bondage (from the lightest to the most extreme).</li></ul><br>Other than that, have fun! We're all here to enjoy ourselves. =)<br><br><div align="center">*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*</div><br>This is for anyone who might want to help advertise. It's optional of course, but sometimes people like clicking on the pictures in signatures. =)<br><br>Just replace the words IMAGE LOCATION. To find an image's location, simply right click an image and select "Copy Image Location." The code will float the image to the left of any text, but you can also replace "right" with "left" in the code to change it to the right side. Whichever suits you better. =)<br><br><div align="center">(http://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/66/WR_Icon.jpg)</div><br><div class="codeheader">Code: <a href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="return smfSelectText(this);" class="codeoperation">[Select]</a></div><pre style="margin: 0; padding: 0;"><code class="bbc_code">[floatright][url=http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=83967.0][img]IMAGE LOCATION[/img][/url][/floatright]</code></pre>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>09-10-2010, 18:08:11</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size">Currently:</span></strong> <br><br><span style="font-size: 16pt;" class="bbc_size">Day 3 <em>(ends Sat, Nov 13)</em></span><br><br>Day 3 will <strong>end</strong> on <em>Sat, Nov 13</em>!<br>Sun, Nov 14 - Day 4 <strong>begins</strong>! <br><br>*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*<br><br><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size">Time schedule to abide by:</span></strong><br><br><strong>1 in-game day = 3 real life weeks</strong><br><br><sup>If you have not yet finished your scene by the end of the week, please take one of the following two options.<br>Either wrap it up in game, or leave a post as a placeholder. <br>Then, you can finish up the scene via PMs/solo thread/etc and copy/paste it to where the placeholder had been.</sup><br><br><strong>Sun ~ Tues</strong> - - - - - Beginning of Day ~ Early Morning<br><strong>Wed ~ Fri</strong> - - - - - Doors to Gallery open ~ Morning<br><strong>Sat ~ Mon</strong> - - - - - Lunch Break ~ Afternoon<br><strong>Tues ~ Thurs</strong> - - - - - Catch up <em>(Midpoint of Day)</em> ~ Mid-Afternoon<br><strong>Fri ~ Sun</strong> - - - - - Doors to Gallery close ~ Evening<br><strong>Mon ~ Wed</strong> - - - - - Evening/Free time ~ Late Evening<br><strong>Thurs ~ Sat</strong> - - - - - Catch up/End of Day<br></div>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>09-10-2010, 19:10:25</strong>
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				<div align="center"><span style="font-size: 50pt;" class="bbc_size"><span style="font-family: chiller;" class="bbc_font">CANCELED!</span></span><br><br><strong>Unfortunately, it has been decided that with the current post rate being so slow building up to the tension we are hoping to achieve will take too long and interest will wane before we can get to the climax. As a result, this event has been canceled and will instead slowly be played out as a regular subplot on the side. I know a few of you were looking forward to it finally starting so I apologize on having to cancel it. Instead, look forward to our next event!</strong></div><br><div align="center"><span style="font-size: 50pt;" class="bbc_size"><span style="font-family: chiller;" class="bbc_font"><del>Event #1 - Murder Mystery</del></span></span><br><sup><strong><del>(Duration: Oct 10 ~ Nov 21 aka 3 Game Days)</del></strong></sup><br><br><em><del>With the chill of winter slowly setting in, the nights are not just colder but longer as well. As the promise of winter holidays approach, spirits are high and some even border on generous. Yet there are those who harbor ill-intent in their bosoms...<br><br>Within the walls of up-and-coming Waxing Rhapsodic, making a strong impression and staying on top of the game is not merely a necessity but a ticket to future success. It seems that despite polite smiles and idle chatter, not all is well. Who knows what one hides behind a pleasant exterior? Could he be plotting to oust her out of the next shoot? Could she be planning to end his career for good? <br><br>Tensions rise as a horrible death occurs and now none can be sure of the other. Just how trustworthy are you? Or rather, just how much can you trust another?</del></em></div><br><div align="center"><del>*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*</del></div><br><del>Hello everyone~<br><br>For the first event that Waxing Rhapsodic will encounter, the GMs have decided a murder mystery would be fun. It will start with the inevitable death of someone (we are still currently deciding who exactly, but you shall no doubt find out soon!...Have no worries for it shall be an NPC!) and from there we ask for all players to cooperate. <br><br>Of course, you will no doubt eventually figure things out OOCly, however please don't let this affect the way your character acts. So...if you think you know who the culprit is, don't suddenly spring it IC even though your character may not have all the knowledge and evidence it had needed to figure it out (the way you did in OOC).<br><br>As it is, an atmosphere of uncertainty and tension, full of second-guessing and doubts along with lack of trust...that's definitely what we're going for here. No one character will have the entire story, instead, everyone will end up getting bits and pieces from each other and will draw their conclusions from what little they know. Etc. Sort of like a crazy version of telephone in a way.<br><br>If anyone would like to be a little more involved with the event and would like to help nudge it along in some direction (perhaps stubbornly thinking it HAS to be HIM/HER even if there's no reason as to why besides gut instinct) then feel free to send a PM inquiring about it.<br><br>Hope you guys enjoy this and have tons of fun! (Like how we did while planning it.)</del>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>10-10-2010, 01:18:26</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size">Scheduled Sessions:</span></strong><br><sup><strong>(Day 2: Oct 10 ~ Oct 24)</strong></sup><br><br>***Individual letters with each person's appointment is delivered to their mailboxes at the end of the day. Upon opening the small envelope, the letter within reads: <br><em>The following is your scheduled photo shoot for tomorrow. Please arrive on time and prepared. ~ Aline Myobi ~</em>***</div><br><strong>Esoteric Myobi - Aline Myobi:</strong> <br><span class="bbc_u">Models</span>: Avarice (<strong>NPC</strong>), Christa McGinn - Matilda Olava Haraldsen (<strong>Staff</strong>)<br><span class="bbc_u">Assistants</span>: jaberwok - Paul Raike<br><br><strong>Rukio - Dorian Silver:</strong><br><span class="bbc_u">Models</span>: orderNchaos - Courtney Rivers<br><span class="bbc_u">Assistants</span>: None<br><br><strong>Falanor - Bastiaan Pranger:</strong><br><span class="bbc_u">Models</span>: Amazon - Catherine Sanders, Dark Clown - Daniel Hennessy, MomoPeach - Katherine Jones<br><span class="bbc_u">Assistants</span>: Brian Boru - Brandon Frost<br><br><strong>Secretwriter:</strong><br><span class="bbc_u">Models</span>: Dark King - Draven Blackwood<br><span class="bbc_u">Assistants</span>: Writersblockade - Anthony Johnston
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>16-10-2010, 17:04:43</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><span class="bbc_u">Announcement</span></span></strong></div><br>I have decided that due to the slow post rate because players are caught up in the hectic web of life (midterms coming up along with end of the year work and the approaching holidays as well) I will be extending <em>1 game day to 3 weeks</em> <strong>starting with Day 3</strong>. <br><br>I would like to continue the 2 week schedule for the current day (Day 2) since we are already halfway through. Also, so that we can get the murder mystery under way. <br><br>As a result, it seems that some shoots may not finish within Day 2. However, they can be continued on Day 3 (Perhaps the first day was mostly a meeting, bouncing of ideas, etc. The next day will be the actual shoot...or perhaps a re-take even. I'm sure you guys will think of something appropriate). <br><br>At the same time, a new schedule will still be posted at the end of Day 2 and while a few will be finishing up the first shoot, others will be starting a new shoot altogether.<br><br><em>P.S. For those of you who may have missed the post in the OOC, there is now a City thread! It can be found via the Directory. <br><br>For those of you who would like to reside outside of WR in an apartment, please PM me about it so that I know how many people are interested. This will allow me to figure out how I would like to set things up. <br><br>On the other hand, buyers who would like to establish their home in the area may do so by creating their own thread in the Extreme Small Groups section with the title: Waxing Rhapsodic: ____'s Home. Be sure to PM me the link to your thread!</em>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>23-10-2010, 16:52:51</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><span class="bbc_u">Announcement</span></span></strong></div><br>Unfortunately, it has been decided that with the current post rate being so slow building up to the tension we are hoping to achieve will take too long and interest will wane before we can get to the climax. As a result, this event has been canceled and will instead slowly be played out as a regular subplot on the side. I know a few of you were looking forward to it finally starting so I apologize on having to cancel it. Instead, look forward to our next event! <br><br><div align="center"><span style="font-family: blackadder itc;" class="bbc_font"><span style="font-size: 36pt;" class="bbc_size">Event #1: Halloween Auction</span></span><br><br><sup><strong>(Duration: Oct 24 ~ Nov 14 aka 1 game day)</strong></sup></div><br>With the upcoming holidays, Waxing Rhapsodic shall be holding an auction at the gallery with the spirit of Halloween in mind. To newcomers, this auction shall be no different than any other. Pieces of art shall be presented and the highest bidder wins the prize. Bidding is not limited to just the Buyers but any who find one particular piece intriguing may easily lay claim to it...as long as they can pay the price.<br><br>Unlike the usual stuffy atmosphere, the event holds another incentive that brings a spark of electric excitement to the air. Both staff and guests alike are encouraged to attend the event in costume (though it most certainly is not a requirement). Everyone receives a blank card upon entering the gallery and are asked to return it at the end. This is a blank poll for anonymous voting - which costume did you like best? The winner of the poll receives the chance to appear on the cover of a well-known art magazine. (This will take place as a scheduled shoot during Day 4.)<br><br><div align="center">*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*</div><br>So, I know that several of the current shoots will still be ongoing for the moment while others have decided to use placeholders. Whichever option each group has decided upon is fine due to differing circumstances. I will be posting up a separate event thread so that people can join the fun there <em>and</em> still have their scheduled shoots taking place on the side without being interrupted. This means that a few of you will still be continuing Day 2, however, you are still encouraged to post in Day 3 for the event as well. (The more the merrier.) This would also work as a great chance for all characters to interact together.<br><br>For anyone who is interested in being one of the participants for the magazine spread (and cover) shoot, please PM me so that I can include your name in the poll. This is not restricted to models only, anyone may apply as long as they have a costume. It'd be nice if you included what costume you plan to come in as well. As for those of you who do not want to be a part of the poll, costumes are still encouraged nevertheless.<br><br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>23-10-2010, 17:21:30</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size">Scheduled Sessions:</span></strong><br><sup><strong>(Day 3: Oct 24 ~ Nov 13)</strong></sup></div><br><div class="floatright"><strong>Secretwriter - Ingrid Schmidt:</strong> <br><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Status</strong></span>: Placeholder <br><br><span class="bbc_u">Models</span>: Dark King - Draven Blackwood<br><span class="bbc_u">Assistants</span>: Writersblockade - Anthony Johnston<br><span class="bbc_u">Sit-in</span>: None<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*</div><strong>Esoteric Myobi - Aline Myobi:</strong> <br><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Status</strong></span>: Placeholder<br><br><span class="bbc_u">Models</span>: Christa McGinn - Matilda Olava Haraldsen <strong>[Staff]</strong><br><span class="bbc_u">Assistants</span>: jaberwok - Paul Raike<br><span class="bbc_u">Sit-in</span>: None<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*<br><br><div class="floatright"><strong>Rukio - Dorian Silver:</strong> <br><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Status</strong></span>: Continuing Day 2<br><br><span class="bbc_u">Models</span>: orderNchaos - Courtney Rivers<br><span class="bbc_u">Assistants</span>: None<br><span class="bbc_u">Sit-in</span>: languedechatte - Jarvis Driscoll <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*</div><strong>Falanor - Bastiaan Pranger:</strong> <br><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Status</strong></span>: Continuing Day 2<br><br><span class="bbc_u">Models</span>: Amazon - Catherine Sanders, Dark Clown - Daniel Hennessy <strong>[NPC]</strong>, MomoPeach - Katherine Jones<br><span class="bbc_u">Assistants</span>: Brian Boru - Brandon Frost<br><span class="bbc_u">Sit-in</span>: None<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*<br><br><strong>Inkslinger - Neviah Larkin:</strong> <br><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Status</strong></span>: Beginning new shoot (Planning process)<br><br><span class="bbc_u">Models</span>: Vergil1989 - Ronin Alexandros, Kunoichi - Kunoichi <strong>[Assistant]</strong><br><span class="bbc_u">Assistants</span>: Writersblockade - Anthony Johnston<br><span class="bbc_u">Sit-in</span>: Amelia - Carolina Cartwright-Williams <strong>[Buyer]</strong>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>28-10-2010, 15:48:58</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><span class="bbc_u">Announcement</span></span></strong></div><br>Waxing Rhapsodic now has an Elluiki (http://elliquiy.com/wiki/Waxing_Rhapsodic)! There's not much on there at the moment but the important part is that I have put up the pieces that we will be selling during the Auction under the Events section. This is just so that everyone will have an idea of what exactly they're buying and from whom (if a photographer decides they'd like to claim it that is, if so, please inform me via PM).
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>03-11-2010, 01:26:45</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size">Currently: Day 3</span></strong> <br><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><span class="bbc_u">According to the time schedule and forecast it is</span>: <br><strong>Afternoon - Mostly Sunny</strong></span><br><br><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size">Detailed Forecast:</span></strong><br><br><span class="bbc_u">Morning:</span> <br>Partly sunny, with a high near 56.<br><br><span class="bbc_u">Afternoon:</span> <br>Mostly sunny, with a high near 60.<br><br><span class="bbc_u">Evening:</span> <br>Mostly cloudy, with a low around 50.<br><br><sup>Day 3 will <strong>end</strong> on <em>Sat, Nov 13</em>!<br>Sun, Nov 14 - Day 4 <strong>begins</strong>! </sup><br><br><sup><strong>Sun ~ Tues</strong> - - - - - Beginning of Day ~ Early Morning</sup><br><strong>Wed ~ Fri</strong> - - - - - Doors to Gallery open ~ Morning<br><strong>Sat ~ Mon</strong> - - - - - Lunch Break ~ Afternoon<br><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Tues ~ Thurs</strong> - - - - - Catch up <em>(Midpoint of Day)</em> ~ Mid-Afternoon</span><br><sup><strong>Fri ~ Sun</strong> - - - - - Doors to Gallery close ~ Evening<br><strong>Mon ~ Wed</strong> - - - - - Evening/Free time ~ Late Evening<br><strong>Thurs ~ Sat</strong> - - - - - Catch up/End of Day</sup></div>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>11-11-2010, 04:16:37</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><span class="bbc_u">Announcement</span></span></strong></div><br>Some of you may have already received this general idea via PM and seeing as how the response has been on the positive side I've decided to post it up here on the OOC for everyone to consider and discuss. <br><br>Obviously the game is slowly dying. Whether it is due to NaNoWriMo, the upcoming holidays, midterms, or end of the year work, the inevitable truth of it is that Waxing Rhapsodic is going to come to an end if it keeps going the way it is. So, with the help of echoes and several others who gave their input and suggestions, here is the idea that I'd like to implement in hopes of reviving the game:<br><br>The gallery catches on fire (specific reason as to how can be discussed or just left unknown) and thus needs to be rebuilt, or the damage may have been bad enough that we relocate in the meantime. This would explain the smaller group, since so many have left us this is mostly so that things are tightened up - making it easier for us to function smoothly as a smaller group. Now located in a smaller building this means not just fewer rooms and studios but lack of widely shared space in general. To remedy this, I suggest shared room and thus hopefully more interaction as a result. <br><br>The problem is that the gallery is now low on funds.&nbsp; Or rather, we may still have some money in the bank but it won't be enough to sustain all of the staff and facilities due to a chunk of it already being used to relocate/renovate. This means that money will no longer be flaunted everywhere anymore, the gallery will no longer be as nearly as fancy and well equipped as it once was. It also means that the photographers better up their game and start bringing in some money. <br><br>Basically, what I'm hoping for is that this will in turn give the game a more competitive edge. A sort of race to see who will be able to produce the most pieces of art and sell them as well. This will put pressure on the photographers, but it will also affect the rest of the staff. Lacking models, photographers will grab at whoever's available. Lacking assistants, everyone will be forced to help out in some way. This pretty much means that everyone will have a chance to do everything and dabble in areas they hadn't been able to experience yet. Perhaps we will see how many complete pieces of art each photographer has gotten done at the end of one game week and that person may get a reward of some kind? Of course, for models/assistants whoever's best and showcased most will become more valued and wanted in general.<br><br>As for the layout, I'm thinking that there will still be one floor each allocated to the Gallery and Basement (for events). However, all of the Assistants, Models, and Staff will share one floor. Maybe they each get their own rooms. Maybe they get roommates, whatever the general consensus may be. (Of course, they all still have the option to live in the city if they can.) Besides the rooms there will be a general area that is shared. A nice lounge/suite sort of area with kitchen, entertainment, etc. Nothing nearly as fancy as before - the focus is to work not play (though there will be plenty of playing around I'm sure.) <br><br>For the photographers, they can share small studios in 2s or 3s. It would be similar to the general floor that the rest of the staff get. However it would mean that the small work area in the studios would be split to be used so more than one photo shoot can take place in a studio at a time. On the other hand, there will be a floor dedicated to a large studio. This one has to be reserved ahead of time and once that time is up they're out since the next party has to use it. This means that more than one shoot can occur there within a day's time. Of course, there is always the option that you may have to find some other place for your shoot when the studios are occupied. This might mean a thread for outdoor shoots, or it can even merge with the city thread perhaps (though this might get a little confusing?). I may very well end up just re-using some of our current threads and edit them as needed, but there will still be a few new threads and others will be closed to posting.<br><br><br><br><br>Here are several other ideas that I felt could be implemented into the game. Either immediately with the move or sometime in the future:<br><br>echoes - Let each photographer and assistant choose one prop that they would like to bring over. This can be a favorite prop or just something they managed to salvage from the fire. These props will then be shared property between everyone, however, there can only be one of each (which may lead to some scrabbling). As for who would like to bring what, players can decide amongst themselves or PM one of the GMs to inform us about it.<br><br>Lady Kitsune - For a future Event, a Live Art exhibition. I can see this easily turning into a competition where each photographer (it can be solo or in pairs/groups) showcases one exhibit. Players will vote with the poll by choosing their favorite exhibits. The winner will get a nice prize (what exactly the prize is can be discussed) and perhaps the event was sponsored by one of the buyers.<br><br>jaberwok - Portfolio Competition, another possible future Event. Here, photographers (also solo or pairs/groups) choose a theme that they would like to explore and present a portfolio of those photos. Players will vote with the poll by choosing their favorite exhibits. The winner will get a nice prize (what exactly the prize is can be discussed) and perhaps the event was sponsored by one of the buyers.<br><br>kaz - Besides the shared facilities on the resident floors, maybe add a cafe to the main/Gallery floor as well. This can help to bring in some 'profit' and it would also be easier to grab a quick snack or coffee for the staff. It also makes for a convenient meeting place.<br><br>kaz - Eventually, introduce a rival gallery to the picture. This can be done via NPCs but it will be something to give that extra boost of competitive feel and urgency. <br><br><br><br>What do you guys think? Feedback, input, opinions, suggestions...all are welcome!
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>13-11-2010, 03:36:56</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><span class="bbc_u">Announcement</span></span></strong></div><br>Mkays, so, I have managed to fix all of the threads along with create a few new ones. To view all of the threads (both old and new and recreated) check out the Directory (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=84349.0) thread. <br><br>For those of you who may have had Photographer Studio threads bookmarked, you can remove them from your bookmarks. Should keep things cleaner and simpler. On the other hand, it may be wise to bookmark the threads that will be actively used (listed in the Directory). <br><br>Remember: Right now, posting is only open in the Basement (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=86703.0) thread due to the Auction Event. We are trying to finish up the auction before moving on with the time-skip forward to the 'new' gallery. So for those of you who are eager to get posting again, it'd be a huge help if we had more activity in the Basement thread to actually move things along. =) (And hopefully keep you entertained for the meantime.)
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>15-11-2010, 07:27:07</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><span class="bbc_u">Announcement</span></span></strong></div><br><span class="bbc_u">New Policy:</span> Shall be put in place with the beginning of the gallery's new location. <br><br><div align="center">*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*</div><br>Due to some players disappearing without notice, I am implementing a new policy so that everyone has an overall idea of where everyone is. A list of all players who are still in game shall be color coded at the beginning and/or end of each game day with the rest of the regular announcements. <br><br>The following will be the breaking down of it all:<br><br><strong>Green:</strong> Posts regularly, every 1-3 days. An active poster. You are at the head of the class and get a cookie of your choice. ;D<br><br><strong>Orange:</strong> Posts around 1-2 times a week at best. Slow post rate. You have informed the GMs of a slow post rate.<br><br><strong>Red:</strong> You barely post and have not informed GMs in advance. Have not responded to any PMs sent inquiring about slow post rate. Is presumed to be AWOL, lost interest, gone in general. Player will be removed from the cast list after one game day has passed.<br><br><strong>Black:</strong> On hiatus. You have informed GMs in advance of your absence. Status shall be changed upon your return. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>16-11-2010, 03:11:04</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><span class="bbc_u">Announcement</span></span></strong></div><br>Since I know that a few of you are concerned as to where we currently are (due to our not following the set time schedule for the last day in the old gallery) here is a timeline that should work as a guide. I will be moving the game along accordingly as I don't want us to be stuck in one place too long.<br><br><span class="bbc_u">Rough Breakdown of Upcoming Events</span>:<br><br><strong>11/15:</strong> Selling of 7th piece in Auction<br><br><strong>11/18:</strong> Selling of 12th piece in Auction. Auction ends. 7 PM.<br><br><strong>11/19:</strong> 8 PM. Buyers have left, only Staff remain. Cleaning up of Basement before heading off to bed. Posting in the Basement thread is now closed.<br><br><strong>11/20:</strong> Time skip to 5 AM. Gallery is burning. Everyone move to City thread for posting. I will not determine how you get out of the gallery, but everyone will get out safely (or minor injuries, nothing major, no deaths). If you require paramedic attention, there are EMT's and ambulances on site along with the firefighters. <br><br><strong>11/21:</strong> Time skip to 10 AM. Everyone is seated at a table at the cafe across the street. Meeting ensues to talk about WR's future.<br><br><strong>11/22:</strong> End of Day 3. Moving on to WR's new location. All posts are now taking place a month from the incident.<br><br>Wanted to get everything done before Thanksgiving since I'm sure plenty of us will be disappearing for the holidays.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>18-12-2010, 04:25:09</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><span class="bbc_u">Announcement</span></span></strong></div><br>Hey everyone,<br><br>Sorry for the delay and inconvenience. I am back from the world without internet and hopefully won't be visiting that place again for a looong time (or never actually...hopefully).<br><br>Anyway, events at the Waffle House are now wrapped up. I have unlocked all threads for the new location (all of which can be found via the Directory - Floors Basement ~ 5th). The timeskip to the new location has now occurred, meaning:<br><br><br>One month has passed since the fire and burning of the original gallery. During that month, Aline had managed to find another building to be used as Waxing Rhapsodic's 'new' location. Now, everyone is moving in and settling down at the new spot for Day 1 (New Beginning). <br><br>Please read the little summaries in each thread about the layout and etc, also, everything is now shared. Players are encouraged to plot with others and create subplots to flow with the game. However, please send the final summary of your idea to the GMs before putting it into play -- this is just to make sure nothing interferes with other storylines. Also, players can feel free to determine what their own characters did during the span of the month. Perhaps some will be returning to the new location much better acquainted? ;)<br><br><br>Those who have been away for a while and have now returned, or those who have been waiting to join...I apologize for the long wait but hopefully the ball will get rolling again now. =)<br><br>Note: I have updated the cast list (which can be found on the first post of OOC) and currently everyone is starting with a green status, save for those who have informed me ahead of time that they would be unavailable and are thus listed as 'On Hiatus - black'. Anyone who knows in advance that they will not be able to keep the green status, please let me know beforehand so that the other players can get a feel for who will be around for the most interaction.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Waxing Rhapsodic - Bulletin Board</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Esoteric Myobi</strong> on <strong>03-01-2011, 18:10:44</strong>
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				<div align="center"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size">Currently: Day 1 - New Beginnings</span></strong> <br><br><strong><span class="bbc_u">Note</span>:</strong> Day 1 shall be a move in day. Take this as time to socialize or to flesh out your character. Remember that there has been a time lapse of one month since the fire!<br><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><span class="bbc_u">According to the time schedule and forecast it is</span>: <br><strong>Morning: A good deal of sunshine. Temps nearly steady in the low to mid 30s.</strong></span><br><br><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size">Detailed Forecast:</span></strong><br><br><span class="bbc_u">Morning:</span> <br>A good deal of sunshine. Temps nearly steady in the low to mid 30s. <br><br><span class="bbc_u">Afternoon:</span> <br>A few passing clouds, otherwise generally clear. Low 28F.<br><br><span class="bbc_u">Evening:</span> <br>A few clouds. Low 28F.<br><br><sup>Day 1 will <strong>end</strong> on <em>Sat, Jan 22</em>!<br>Sun, Jan 23 - Day 2 <strong>begins</strong>! </sup><br><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Sun ~ Tues</strong> - - - - - Beginning of Day ~ Early Morning</span><br><sup><strong>Wed ~ Fri</strong> - - - - - Doors to Gallery open ~ Morning<br><strong>Sat ~ Mon</strong> - - - - - Lunch Break ~ Afternoon<br><strong>Tues ~ Thurs</strong> - - - - - Catch up <em>(Midpoint of Day)</em> ~ Mid-Afternoon<br><sup><strong>Fri ~ Sun</strong> - - - - - Doors to Gallery close ~ Evening<br><strong>Mon ~ Wed</strong> - - - - - Evening/Free time ~ Late Evening</sup><br><strong>Thurs ~ Sat</strong> - - - - - Catch up/End of Day</sup></div>
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