My Cardinal Rule of Roleplay: What is yours?

[Ankhanu]

[garhkal]

[Revenant]

[scott2978]

Ok Due to popular demand:

Scott2978's Role playing Etiquette 101!

Role Playing Etiquette 101

Etiquette for the Gamer
1. It is permissible to debate a GM call, but the GM’s word is final.
2. Upon the last person’s arrival, the game should start soon. Don’t waste too much time “catching up”.
3. During the game, your attention should be on the game.
4. Do not invite spectators without the prior consent of the group.
5. If you interrupt the game with an anecdote, don’t over do it. For most people gaming time is limited.
6. While character conflict can enhance the game, your character concept should be acceptable to the group.
7. Never game with someone you dislike talking to.
8. If you don’t like a GM’s call, offer your opinion but don’t argue.
9. One person with a bad attitude can ruin the game for everyone! If you’re pissed off, take a break!
10. It’s rude to touch another person’s dice or character sheet without permission.
11. Be on the lookout for ways your character can make the story more interesting.
12. Try to turn bad die rolls into something interesting, funny, or tragic.
13. You are responsible for a fair share of how much fun the game is. No more, no less.
14. Whenever things are too quiet, describe what your character is doing.
15. Use metagame knowledge when it will make the game more fun, but…
16. Never use metagame knowledge for the benefit of your own character.
17. Your reputation with other gamers depends on 2 things: showing up, and contributing.
18. If you don’t like going to a game, don’t go. The other players will understand.
19. Don’t expect someone else to feed you at the game unless they have said they will.
20. If you can’t make up your mind what your character would do, just do something and justify it later.
21. Asking questions actually makes you more popular at a gaming table. Seriously, try it!

Etiquette for the Game Master (Note that all Gamer etiquette also applies to GMs)
22. A GM is expected to know the rules of the system he’s running. Fudging it too often is not OK.
23. As a GM you’re expected to follow the rules, but realize the rules are secondary to a fun and fair game.
24. Consider the players opinions carefully. Accept that your rulings can be challenged.
25. If a ruling is challenged, weigh the opinions and make a decision quickly. Debate it later.
26. The GM’s decision is FINAL!
27. Major rules may only change with the consent of the group.
28. Don’t play favorites, especially if you GM a group your spouse/girlfriend/boyfriend is in.
29. Don’t take out your frustrations on the players. Outside the game they are still your friends.
30. Make time for snack/food/smoke breaks.
31. The GM should always let the dice fall where they may, but always behind a screen.
32. The GM should never let the dice ruin a good idea.
33. Always give characters a chance to survive a hopeless situation (but be prepared to let them die).
34. You are not the players’ adversary!
35. Always let the characters attempt something that sounds reasonable, regardless of the rules.
36. Know each of the characters strengths and provide some opportunity to use them in each adventure.
37. Never miss a good opportunity to turn a random NPC into a recurring character.
38. No matter what, be consistent.
39. Never expect the players to find the clue, no matter how obvious you think it is.
40. Tell the Rules Lawyer to re-read chapter 1. Specifically that part that says “These rules are just a guideline…”
41. Be aware of the character’s weaknesses and ensure they come into play when appropriate.
42. When great role playing conflicts with the story, screw the story.
43. Role playing NPCs and giving vivid descriptions is only half of the job.
44. Think before every ruling how you would feel about it if you were a player and not the GM.

[Doomhead]

Has they say on FOX new, Your Guide-lines seem FAIR & BALANCED. The overall goal of a RPG and gaming is to get together with friends and have a good time.
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[TheDoctor]

[suud43]

And you're certainly not the only one who did....
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"When they get ready, we are already done."

"Learning by pain, motivation by horror."

"Life is real tough, bring a helmet."

[Orgaloth]

And you would think that in a LARP of 50 people that at least one of them would find you clues or hints, but nooo.

Players can be dumb.
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[Gry Sarth]

[Doomhead]

Kinda like these guys:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-H_HFDfA4Q
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"Well hello Mister Fancypants. Well, I've got news for you pal, you ain't leadin' but two things, right now: Jack and s**t... and Jack left town." - ASH

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[Ankhanu]

[PsiberDragon]

[Doomhead]

If you can't laugh at your own kind who can you laugh at!

My main rule is have fun... thats what its all about anyways, isn't it?
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"Well hello Mister Fancypants. Well, I've got news for you pal, you ain't leadin' but two things, right now: Jack and s**t... and Jack left town." - ASH

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[scott2978]

[Gry Sarth]