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.
25 Mar 2021, 2:26am
Jubei sat down on the couch. "No, thank you. I'm good."

Again he could feel the effects of the pheromone laced air. Jubei started to notice how attractive Suki was, how well she dressed, and how she carried herself with gentle unmistakeable strength.

God fucking damn this air!, his voice screamed inside of his head. I must be tired, it's never effected me like this.

"Suki-tono, how have you been? I hope no one is giving your trouble these days." He stumbled with his words a little.
25 Mar 2021, 9:22am
Suki perches herself on the edge of the bed, facing Jubei.

"I am well, arigato," she says with a slight bow of her head. "Himura-san, you said that you wished to speak with me in private. This implies that you have a matter of some importance to discuss, and so it would be inconsiderate of me to extend pleasantries further. How I may be of assistance?"
25 Mar 2021, 4:40pm
The Imperial ran his hand over his head. The friction from his closely cropped hair helped clear the remaining effects of the perfumed air. It was also becoming a habit of his to rub his head to help him focus.

"Right," he started, "Do you remember Linnea, or 'Lova' as she was known here?"

Jubei didn't know how to proceed next with the news. It'd been a year and a bit since things happened out in Colonia so news may have already reached here, but he decided to see if Suki knew about Linnea's unfortunate end.
25 Mar 2021, 7:05pm
"Hai," replies Suki with a nod and a warm smile. "I remember her very well. It was one of our security guards who suggested her professional name... Lova Gudskold. I think she never quite understood the joke. She came to us without experience, but she possessed a certain charm, and soon proved to be very popular with the clients. She was adept at playing the stereotypical dumb blonde. I always felt that she lacked what Cee-san would call 'street-smarts', yet she was clearly a highly intelligent woman. Science, in particular, seemed to facinate her. Lova - I mean Linnea-san - was not with us for very long. She left The Olive Grove to begin a new life with one of her clients. That happens sometimes. I hope she found happiness on her chosen path. I would very much like to see her again."

Suki smiles at some unspoken recollection, then looks at Jubei quizzically.

"Why do you ask about her, Himura-san?"
25 Mar 2021, 9:05pm
Jubei smiled sadly. He didn't know Linnea well, outside of Imperial personnel reports and the short time he spent with the Reapers, but he was glad that someone outside of the group knew her. His mind wondered if Isaiah would've been happy to hear that.

"I'm sorry, Suki-tono. Linnea died over a year ago." Jubei finally spoke in a soft voice. "However, please take solace in the fact that she did seem to find happiness in her life before that."
25 Mar 2021, 9:24pm
Suki closes her eyes and bows her head.

"Your news brings me much sorrow. I will mourn for her."

Opening her eyes again, Suki looks up at Jubei.

"Do you know what happened?"
26 Mar 2021, 3:49am
"I don't know the exact details," Jubei started, "but I do know there was a battle between Loren's Reapers and an... unknown squadron."

The Imperial didn't want to say what group they were fighting in fear that Suki and the Olive Grove would become involved. The enemy had long reaching influence, and Jubei would do everything in his power to make sure they didn't come after the people here.

Jubei frowned. "The ship she was piloting was destroyed as a result. The leader of the Reapers, Linnea's lover Isaiah, was absolutely devastated by the loss of her."
26 Mar 2021, 10:49am
"Of course," says Suki. "How awful. When next you see Isaiah-san, tell him I weep for his loss, kudasai."

A single tear trickles down Suki's cheek.
30 Mar 2021, 11:45pm
Jubei shook his head again, a sad slow shake. "That's what I came to talk to you about."

"After Isaiah witnessed Linnea's death, he disappeared. He was devastated after losing the love of his life, and ran."

The imperial sat in silence for a short time. His brow furrowed and he shifted in his seat. Finally he sighed and leaned forward.

"I don't blame him. Ya lose someone that important and ya snap. But there's unfinished business that needs to get done, and I gotta find him. I traced his last communication to Citi Gateway. Even though I know this was just the earliest bounce-point, I'm hoping that he stopped by."
31 Mar 2021, 10:11am
Suki produces a tissue and wipes the tear from her cheek.

"I am not aware that he has visited," Suki replies, adding, "but it is merely a matter of moments to check the records. Could you provide me with the gentleman's full name, onegaishimasu?"
01 Apr 2021, 3:54pm
"Isaiah Evanson." Jubei replied.

The Imperial then produced a holo-slate from his pocket and started tapping on it's screen. After a few seconds, an image of Evanson projected in front of Jubei.



"This is what he looked like shortly before the incident."


Last edit: 02 Apr 2021, 12:10am
01 Apr 2021, 4:56pm
Suki looks at the image for a few moments, then nods.

"Arigato gozaimasu, Himura-san. I will return directly."

With that, Suki rises from the bed, bows to Jubei and then leaves the room. She hurries along the corridor to the reception area. Dalila-May is at the podium. She is studying her nails, but immediately starts tapping guiltily on the podium display interface when Suki enters.

"Hallo, Miss Suki!" says Dalila-May. "It very quiet right now."

"No matter," Suki replies, moving to the podium. "I wish to consult our visitor records."

Dalila-May steps aside to give Suki room at the podium. Suki's fingers fly across the screen with well-practiced skill. She reads the results of her search, then returns the display to the home screen.

"Arigato," she says to Dalila-May, and then hurries back through the door into the central corridor. She returns to the bedroom where Jubei waits.

"My humble apologies for keeping you waiting, Himura-san," she says, bowing deeply.


Last edit: 01 Apr 2021, 5:35pm
03 Apr 2021, 3:20am
"Not a problem." Jubei replied warmly. "Is everything alright? Did you find anything?"
03 Apr 2021, 8:31am
The downcast expression on Suki's face tells its own story.

"Gomen-nasai, Himura-san," she says, shaking her head. "The last time Evanson-san visited The Olive Grove was in October of 3304, when he met Lova... I mean, Linnea-san. Our records can not be in error on this point."

Suki moves towards the bed, but remains standing.

"I am afraid your quest seems to have brought you to a dead-end. What will you do now?"

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