Posted by Thorrnaere on August 13, 1999 at 07:11:46:
In Reply to: Does ANYONE rp anymore? Are cabals only for the bloodthirst? (Major rant) posted by Frustrated on August 13, 1999 at 06:20:54:
When someone displays exceptionally poor roleplay (like the Warder of whom you spoke), I find that the best course of action (short of alerting the imms without whining or generally being annoying) is to encourage the to roleplay better yourself. For instance, if someone repeatedly logs on, sees that they're outnumbered or don't have their item, and then quits, first try talking to them yourself, within character. Tell them something like, "Perhaps those who reside in the Heavens would be displeased to see such a display of cowardice." Whatever... just make sure they understand that what they're doing is wrong. If they respond by saying, "Fuck you, turd," then I'd propose that you act in an excessively harsh manner towards that individual. For instance, if you have reason (in game) to kill them, do so repeatedly. Do it in large groups. Do it when they're naked. Every once in a while, let them know why they're living in a world of shit. (realize that I'm certainly not advocating gang-banging or multi-killing as a standard course of action, but I think that maybe it's appropriate in this particular case.) If you've no good reason to kill them, if you are in the same cabal perhaps, write a note alerting the Leader or patron immortal. -Thorrnaere