Elite roleplay: Citi Gateway

CITI GATEWAY

The Orbis station is a center of activity. Within the station a myriad of places can be found.
  • The Warrens: Where the poor plebs of the station live. It's is a breeding ground for the most unscrupulous. Keep an eye on your wallet when traversing the corridors of these areas.
  • Habitation Complex: For those workers and pilots that can afford it, this area provides closer to 1G gravity for more earth like living.
  • Commerce Divison: and Administration Where the larger corporations make their home. Station administration can be found here.
  • Industrial Complex: Where industry manufactures their various goods.
  • Entertainment: District Bars, theaters and night clubs, tattoo parlors and other establishments can be found vying for a commanders credits in exchange for a bit of fun.
  • Station Security: A high tech brig used to house law breakers until they can be tried, and or deported off station.
  • Medical Ward: Where commanders can get patched up, enhanced, or fix existing cybernetics.

General Roleplay Etiquette:

1. Control only the actions of your own character(s). (AKA: God Mode)
This doesn't matter how small the action is, even if it is as simple as scratching their nose or a direct reaction to something else that just happened. This applies to everything from casual conversation to full blown fight scenes. If you'd like someone to do something specific, PM that person, however keep in mind they are completely within their rights to say no. Especially if said action is inappropriate to their character and/or circumstance.

2. Don't brute force your way into another persons RP.
Approaching with a conversation starter is fine, or indeed some other small action. However charging in, guns blazing and disrupting the flow of another person/pair/groups conversation/arc is about as rude as doing so in real life. If something is going on that you'd like to participate in, be subtle about it. Put out a gentle hook for someone to take, but again, be aware that said hook may not be taken. If you fear it was simply unnoticed, PM the person or people it concerns. Or even leave a message in the OOC forums.

3. Good grammar and spelling is preferred.
We're not asking you to be perfect, but please at least demonstrate willingness. no1 iz gna tak u srsly usng txt spk. There's a wide variety of people here, many who speak English as a second, or even third language. There are even some with varying degrees of dyslexia and/or likely other issues that affect spelling/grammar. We accept them all here. However, people who aren't accepted, are those unwilling to accept polite correction. Remember that even a small thing like the placement of a comma, or the wrong use of there/their/they're can completely change the definition of an entire sentence.

4. Accept constructive criticism gracefully and politely.
If someone spots an issue with your writings, they may wish to help you improve that writing. They may do this through PM or even publicly air their thoughts on the OOC forum. If they have taken the time to be polite and explain what is wrong with your writing, the best way to behave is to respond in kind, using the same manner they have approached you with. It means they have taken an active interest in what you have written and wish to see more. Basically, you have a fan!

5. Don't take the actions or opinions of things done IN RP, to be directly relevant to the writers thoughts or opinions.
Basically, if some ones character calls your character a jackass, it doesn't mean the writer thinks you are a jackass. It's a ROLE they are PLAYING. Watch a movie. The argument between the characters isn't an argument between the actors involved. The same applies here.

6. It's not a popularity contest.
Your RP might be bustling with participants. You have 3 people off station in a fire fight, while another 2 are infiltrating the darkest areas of the station, meanwhile a group of 4 others are tracking your movements in an effort to stop you. Good for you, I'm sure it will be a thrilling read! But you know what? Sometimes the absolute BEST work, comes from two RP characters having a simple heart to heart. Both are valid, both are great, but NEITHER is categorically better than the other. Period.


Inara RP Etiquette:

1. Respect the setting and rules of the universe.
Inara is an Elite: Dangerous 3rd Party Tool. The RP Forums are set in the Elite: Dangerous universe. Elite: Dangerous has rules, as any fictional universe does from Lord of the Rings to Star Wars, or Game of Thrones to Star Trek. If you intend to RP within the Elite: Dangerous universe you are bound by the history and rules of that universe. Simply put, this RP forum is bound by the same rules as the game, so if it can't be done in the game, it is not permitted here. This applies to things from a 50Ly Jump Range on a normal, unmodified Sidewinder, to the destruction of entire stations.

2. Respect the characters created by others.
We have a wide variety of characters already here. It's expected that some will be similar, just as it's expected that two characters will be vastly different. Opinions of each persons character will naturally be varied, but all are valid provided they follow the rules of the universe. You are allowed to interact with, or avoid interaction with, any character in the RP forums. But you have no right to belittle others for their creation. You are not an authority figure on writing, nor are you directly affected by another persons imagination. You might not like it, but you MUST respect it.

3. Be caught up on current events before joining in.
You need basic things like character descriptions in order to interact with them. You also need to know what's going on in the surrounding areas. This is simply because the people you are hoping to RP with, might be gearing up to something that you might not want to be part of. Or simply that the most recent post, out of context, could leave a different impression on the goings on than if you gather that context. We don't expect you to read every single post from the beginning of the forums, just enough to get that basic understanding.

4. Either subscribe to, or frequently check, the Roleplay: Q&A and OOC forum.
People may be discussing something relevant to you there, or even discussing you directly. Perhaps someone asked what the general consensus on the existence or non-existence of a certain object. Or we're just chatting about random gibberish. Either way, be aware of it and use it. If you're unsure about something, such as how guns would look and or behave, or even the music selection, use the OOC forum to ask. We don't have all of the answers, but the collective knowledge and logic usually allows us to overcome an issue and come to a decision on what should be allowed. Frontier Developments, and even David Braben himself, don't have the answers to every possible question that can be asked.

5. Large Scale events exploding out of nowhere are a complete no go.
We get it. Everyone wants their character to be noticed and for people to be tripping over themselves to interact with them. In some audiences, an introduction involving you blasting in for landing in a fiery wreckage of a ship, before cart wheeling out and sword fighting 35 Ninjas before whisking off with the local celebrity for a glorious night of passion, is in fact, cool. This is not one of those audiences. It is generally considered better to build your character up slowly over time. Eventually, you might even have a legitimate excuse to fight those Ninjas. Maybe even with other RP participants by your side.

6. Perfect characters are boring.
The point of a character arc, is that it is in fact, an arc shape. One who is morally unquestionable, fully kitted out and an infinite fountain of knowledge, cannot go through an arc. Give your character flaws. Be it a tendency towards befriending the wrong people, or a bad knee that frequently gives out at inopportune moments. It gives readers something to latch onto and empathise with. You can give your character exceptional capabilities at something, but it requires balance. She's a damn good pilot with no equal, but can't drive an SRV for peanuts. It can lead to some very interesting moments between characters, be it heartfelt or comedic.


Other Notes:
It should be noted that there can be exceptions to these points. For example, good grammar when a character is speaking is actually rare. Few people in real life actually speak with perfect eloquence after all. Or previously arranged actions during a fight scene, such as someone stumbling back after a punch. What's key to remember is context.

All in all, remember this is purely for fun. We have some seriously talented writers here, and others whose writing history starts and ends at high school. But many are willing to help out in whatever way they can. All it takes is that you ask nicely.

Also keep in mind that many people who RP here, also have logbook stories related to the character, or characters, they portray. If it looks like there's an "in joke" going on that you're unsure of, it's probably in those.

In fact, some users have even gone to the trouble of creating "alts" to RP with. If you read back far enough, it's usually pretty clear who has and hasn't, and which ones are the "alts". It's therefore not unheard of to see the apparent seizing of control of other characters. If you do spot one, point it out in the OOC section. If intervention is needed, it will be sorted quickly and (hopefully) politely.

Most, if not all RP participants here have Logbook stories pertaining to their character(s). These are for the reading pleasure of anyone who wishes to do so. While it can be useful to read them in order to gain a bit of backstory on a character you wish to interact with, it should not be assumed that your character shares that knowledge. Within the E:D Universe, these Logbooks either don't exist, or are private diaries kept by the characters. Either way, without explicit statements to say otherwise from the writer, your interactions should reflect that your character is in the dark about any information you, the writer/reader, have gained from reading the stories.
15 Feb 2017, 5:07pm
Stryker had led the reluctant doctor down a corridor in the commerce section pushing past the bustle of people. He turned into a darker ally.

For such a large man, Stryker's hand moved quickly and grabbed the doctor by the neck lifting him up so the doctors feet were dangling a good few inches above the metal deck.

The muscular man growled something to the doctor.

The doctor grabbed at the man's forearm trying to hold himself up. Choking and wheezing and sputtering he tried to talk.


Last edit: 15 Feb 2017, 5:21pm
15 Feb 2017, 7:24pm
Cartlidge and Ten followed the pair from a distance, camouflaged by the masses of people going to and from work. For much of the walk, Cartlidge payed close attention to the crowds, making sure to move with the flow of people whenever possible, while Ten kept track of Stryker and the doctor with her cybernetics. As they approached an alleyway, Ten nudged Cartlidge, and the pair stopped.

"I can't see anyone else down that corridor, and they seem to have stopped," she explained.

Cartlidge looked around before pointing to a bench on a corner further down the corridor. As the pair made their way to the bench, Cartlidge pulled out a small, silver bead from one of his pockets, and dropped it on the ground. Once they had sat down the bounty hunter pulled out his datapad and activated the bead, causing it to roll through the crowd in the direction of the alleyway, where it hid itself within earshot of Stryker and Glaboski. He then passed an earbud to Ten and placed the other in his own ear.
15 Feb 2017, 10:24pm
Stryker stood there holding the doctor by his neck.

"I don't give a rats ass who you say you are, or where the fuck you've come from, but you made a fucking mess."

Glaboski continued his struggle.

Stryker dropped the man, then gave him a kick to the stomach. "System authority found a body, and whats worse, is they found a lack of stem cells." He kicked the groaning doctor again. "And, a sale of cells were traced back to this station."

Stryker bent down, and grabbed the mans face with his cybernetic claw.

"We won't have any part of this. Do you hear? The next time you fuck up like this, will be your last." The burly man ever so slightly squeezed his claw. Glaboski gasped in pain as the razor sharp talons cut into the flesh. Then he released him.

Standing up Stryker glared down at Glaboski. "Fix it." and with that strode off leaving the doctor to tend to his own wounds.
16 Feb 2017, 3:51am
"That's interesting," Cartlidge said to Ten. "He sounds more like a butcher than a doctor, don't you think?"

"Well I knew there was a reason why he made me uncomfortable. I just didn't know why. Besides, it shouldn't be a surprise, considering who he works for. What do you think we should do?" the cyborg asked.

"Nothing yet. We have to be careful not to piss off his friends, but it might not be a bad idea to give security a nudge in his direction either," Cartlidge replied. Noticing Stryker leaving, he continued. "If he comes in our direction, it'll probably be best to move."
16 Feb 2017, 4:30pm
Dr. Glaboski gingerly touched his face. He drew his hand away, and examined the blood.

I'll kill him. So help me. I'll take him apart, piece by piece he savagely thought. Mustering strength he pushed himself up, and rubbed his bruised neck. He took a deep breath when his keen surgeon eyes caught something.

A small silver sphere. At first he was going to dismiss it as garbage, but it was odd to see something like that here...

He walked over to it. Stooped and picked it up, looking it over

Something isn't right here.... Straightening he turned and looked around. Not seeing anyone. Glaboski' fertile mind worked....

Suddenly, he took off after the large man. "Hey, you brute, I found something that might interest you...."
16 Feb 2017, 6:41pm
Noticing a hand take hold of the drone, Cartlidge swore silently and stood up. "We should move."

Ten nodded, and the pair moved further down the corridor. As they did so, Cartlidge pocketed his datapad, but kept the earpiece in place.
17 Feb 2017, 4:55pm
Stryker's attention was caught by the doctor calling out to him. He stopped and turned.

Glaboski presented the small metallic marble and the large bodybuilder took. He lifted it up between his index finger and thumb, turning it once.

"Bah, It's just a ball bearing." He said dismissively placing the object in his pocket. He looked at the doctor.

"Don't you have some place to be?" He asked dismissing the man before continuing his way to the docks.

Glaboski looked sour, and decided it was best for him to clean up and start working on rectifying his crude mistake.
19 Feb 2017, 2:39am
The pair slowed their retreat for a moment as Stryker dismissed the silver bead.

"Interesting," Cartlidge remarked, remembering how the same thing had happened to his boss once, and she managed to figure out the object's purpose at a mere glance. Perhaps his little gadget wasn't as obvious as he was starting to think.

Cartlidge and Ten moved back within eyesight in time to see Stryker walking in the opposite direction of the doctor.

"What do you think we should do?" Ten asked.

"Considering what we've heard so far, I'd rather not lose sight of that doctor," Cartlidge replied, taking out his datapad. "Besides, I... think Stryker put the drone in his pocket, considering the heavy footfalls. As long as he stays on the station, it should maintain its connection."

Once the pair knew Stryker would not see them pass by, they moved to follow the doctor once more.
21 Feb 2017, 5:13pm
Glaboski, irritated he was dismissed, and face twinging from the scratches, straightened up. He dusted out his robe and made his way towards the habitation complex.

I swear.... He thought savagely, his mind preoccupied on revenge, he didn't see Jacob or Ten. He had no idea how he was going to fix the problem.

As he walked, he passed a information terminal. It gave him an idea.

What if I could hack the system, and delete the incriminating connection?
22 Feb 2017, 4:31pm
Ten and Cartlidge followed Glaboski from a distance. As he made his way towards the habitation complex, the crowds began to thin, forcing the pair to keep out of sight.

"Where do you think he's going?" Ten asked.

"Hard to say. Maybe he has a hotel room in this part of the station or something. Our little bug has been pretty silent as well."
22 Feb 2017, 5:20pm
Anything that looked like a window had Claire's attention. She lays back and rests her head taking in the sights of the docks still feeling kind of forlorn. At home, between the two space stations and Earth-like worlds, she worked part-time as a substitute teacher. There were many familiar faces due to the jobs and she would never feel out of place. Other stations, including this one, are similar yet lacking of something...

It's fine. Claire ignores it and looks to the front. What's different now is that I'm some half-baked pilot. She is reminded of Cassiopeia, the only friend she had out there and here. A big chunk of metal.

My mental metal mischief of a "godmother" she smirked playfully.

After a few minutes the vehicle came to a stop arriving at a busy terminal in the habitation complex. Stepping out sluggishly, Claire's body starts to feel heavy and weak. Sucking up her gut and tensing her non-existent muscles, she clinks her boots off. This is bad. The last time she set foot in 1G environment was back at Maia and her body made sure it was time to evaluate.

But first the Medical Wards... No doubt she was in some kind of pain. She sets that aside and worries more about her stubborn self. I won't last long if I don't do things rig- Black and thud.

She was on her way to the wards quicker than expected.


Last edit: 15 Mar 2017, 6:35pm
22 Feb 2017, 5:31pm
Dr. Glaboski was deep in thought when he noticed a tram come to a stop near the terminal he was engrossed in. He watched passively as people disembarked, while others pushed their way on. Nothing really new, until...

He saw a woman collapse.

His fertile mind raced. He came up with a plan.

He stepped away from the terminal and raced to the dark haired woman.

"Stand back. Stand back!" He called to the crowed. "I'm a medical physician!"

He placed his fingers on her wrist, taking a pulse, while laying an ear on her chest, listening to her heart....
23 Feb 2017, 3:04pm
The pair moved in closer as a crowd exited the tram, threatening to swallow up the doctor. As they moved in, they noticed the confusion, and saw that the doctor had planted himself at the center of it. Cartlidge figured he wouldn't be able to get a closer look, so he tapped on a bystander's shoulder.

"Hey, what's going on here?" he asked.

"I'm not sure, but I think someone passed out," the bystander replied, still focused on trying to look past the crowd to see for himself.

"Really? Has someone called the medical ward?"

"I think so? There was a doctor nearby who's trying to help her out now," the bystander explained, not noticing Cartlidge back away afterward. Once the pair had removed themselves from the crowd once more, Cartlidge turned to Ten.

"What should we do?" she asked.

"Try and get into the system. See if anyone has called the medical ward yet. If not, send a message yourself. We'll watch him for now. It's not like he can cut her open here on the station floor," Cartlidge replied as the pair moved to an obscured part of the room.
24 Feb 2017, 1:35am
Easing her eyes open, the young woman holds back a pained moan. The surroundings were drained of color and rich with blur. There was a muffled commotion and a sudden but careful movement about her. Trying to detect the movement, Claire points her head gently towards a man on her chest.

"..-m fine.." Her voice low, too low.

"Wards..." Claire attempts to move her arm towards the man.
27 Feb 2017, 3:13pm
Dr. Glaboski listened to the woman.

"She needs medical attention. She has Low G degradation of her bones and anemic."

He looked over and saw Jacob and Ten...

Didn't I see them in the bar earlier?

"You." He pointed to Jacob. "Call for a paramedic and stretcher."

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