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Post by Klause Tsuma on Feb 13, 2012 22:43:48 GMT -5
As you guys should all know, I get a little distracted sometimes. This often leads to procrastination and work not getting done. Therefore, I've decided to make a checklist of things which need to be done. Anyone is welcome to pitch in and do some of the things on this list, even if you are not part of the staff.
If you've made a mistake then don't worry, I'll go fix it later. With the information that I need done, you don't need to code it either. If you are interested in helping out then this thread can be used for asking questions or discussing what to put in the information. After something is finished I will strike it off the list.
Yellow needs to transfer his skin to here >: D
Character Creation Info (Started but Incomplete)
Jutsu Guidelines (Started but Incomplete)
Incomplete Shinobi Villages (We need to fix this)
Summoning Ninja Pets Info
Missions Bulletin Board (board  )
Battle Guidelines
More things can be added to the list but that's all I could think of at the moment.
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Post by Sanosuke Yõkai on Feb 13, 2012 23:05:05 GMT -5
This sorta goes along with Jutsu guidelines, I guess, but for when the time comes, some manner of Battle Guidelines should be added. I know it is great to be free form and such, as to not be boggled down creatively, but without guidelines, battles can get really out of hand and cause unneeded drama. Perhaps regulated post cool downs, or some manner of Chakra/Stamina system, so no one just spams out jutsu illogically. It's your board so I won't make any decisions for you, but the bigger we get, the harder it will be to implement stuff like this later down the road.
As a side note, I really believe that Jutsus and what they do should be described in some manner in character profiles(even if they are canon). This applies to what a certain character can do, and will help quell any arguments within roleplay topics.
Edit; Per our little spout in the box: In regards to canon abilities, then, there should be some sort of database of what we allow canon wise, meaning each individual jutsu typed up/described in addition to whatever topic/battle based restrictions there should be on them. This is a roleplaying site and just because the general use of an ability is known, does not mean people will implement its use both logically and fairly in relation to other player characters and npc elements.
Double Edit; I just realized that there is a section for Canon Jutsu...just nothing in there yet.
(Also I am no way trying to be blunt...I'm just trying to help and prevent future problems from arising....)
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Post by Klause Tsuma on Feb 14, 2012 0:20:08 GMT -5
I agree with the battle guidelines in the sense that we should make some up. I was thinking somewhere along the lines of being able to use jutsu a certain amount of times during a battle or, giving the jutsu specific weaknesses. (This also goes with the rule that in order to use a jutsu there is always a price, no matter how small or big.)
As for puting the details of jutsu in a character profile, Id prefer not. All jutsu which you start out with i do agree should be registered and linked to in your profile. (if it's a canon jutsu that has already been accepted then all they really need is the link.)
But for the most part, everyone should be keeping track of what jutsu they can perform in their shinobi files. If an rp mod finds out it isn't in their shinobi files they they will get a reminder.
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Post by Sanosuke Yõkai on Feb 14, 2012 10:40:54 GMT -5
I am not entirely sure what you mean by link...if you are talking about a link to the canon jutsu on this website, then yes that is just fine but that link still should be present in their profiles (not just their shinoib files). However, if you are talking about simply linking to the jutsu's wiki page or something, then no I do not think that should be done. Jutsu on the Naruto wiki are described too broadly and coincide directly with the manga. Although it would be nice to make everything exactly the way it is in the manga/anime, it is just not logical or fair to do so.
Here I'll take a really common ability and give an example on how I think Jutsu should be regulated. For this example, I'll use one of three main Academy Jutsu to make things as simple and clear as possible. Then, you can let me know what you think...
Bunshin no Jutsu (Clone)
Rank: E
Jutsu Type: Academy Ninjutsu
Chakra Consumption: Very Low
Effects: Allows the user to create a clone without substance that resembles the user in every way, including retaining its movement speed. Clones cannot mold chakra and thus cannot perform jutsu, nor can they harm an individual . Up to one clone can be made, plus one more each time retrained. If struck the clone dissipates instantly. Clones can only be maintained for two posts, plus once more each time the technique is retrained.
Description: Bushin no Jutsu is a Ninjutsu technique taught to all Shinobi during their time spent in the academy. The Bushin that is created, is in fact an exact copy of the user in every way, except that it lacks physical substance. This can fool the casual eye, but cannot trick those with advanced Doujutsu. Why...simply because without substance, the clone does resemble the user in every way. Bushins can be used as a distraction, or a way to confuse an opponent; however they cannot inflict or incur damage.
That is a rough example...I think that we can implement both weaknesses and a certain limitations based on how dangerous and powerful specific jutsu are. As an academy jutsu, Bushin no Jutsu has a very low chakra cost and no use limitation other than how long a specific clone can be maintained without being struck.Yes I am well aware that writing stuff out like this is a lot of work. Nevertheless its one of those things you have to address eventually...
Edit: I just realized I forgot to clarifiy the difference between the description and the Effects. Description is exactly what it sounds like, but the Effects are what the Jutsu is limited to in the rolepaly. In the above example this would be the "cannot mold chakra/perform jutsu", the only one clone can be created per each time the technique is retrained. Stuff like that....
Double Edit: Note the above Format would only apply to the Canon abilities we write out. Customs would still be judged on a case by case basis.
Triple Edit; Ignore my comment about linking additional jutsu to the character profile. I also agree that the only thing required in the profile is the initial jutsu, the rest can be updated in the Shinobi Files. Originally, I misread what you meant and I am sorry. However, I still stand by my original statement regarding both canon and non-canon jutsu.
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Post by Klause Tsuma on Feb 14, 2012 20:12:21 GMT -5
No no! I meant they should register the canon jutsu on this forum, that way we have the info in our database of jutsu. ANY canon jutsu that is registered here, they may put a link to. Of course following our guidelines for jutsu.
Registered jutsu would look exactly like the example that you gave. But to simplify the effects part we might do something like this:
Effects
Can be used twice during a battle
The user becomes fatigued and must take an attack once every other post of theirs.
And so on. Yeah, I know that's a crappy example but that gives you a clear idea right? They know instantly how powerful a technique is and what its effects are, without having to go too much in depth.
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Post by Sanosuke Yõkai on Feb 15, 2012 0:16:38 GMT -5
In regards to the character creation rules, the only thing that I would suggest adding (at the moment) is a ban list for the villages, to make things easier on the newcomers. Since right now, I believe Konohagakure is closed to new player characters, it would be added there and removed when Staff deems fit. This same ban list could be implemented if there are an influx of certain character types.
Also, clarification that ALL jutsu should be registered in the weapon/jutsu section, from this point onward would be good as well to ease into the transition from the laxed jutsu standards. Does not have to be written out so much, since I think it is in the Jutsu guidelines (if it's not it should be), but simply restated to prevent confusion based upon the current character profiles we already have accepted. For instance, no one out of the current member base has really submitted any of their techniques (not even me for that matter lol), and that could confuse some newcomers.
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