Post by Lyndon. on Jan 6, 2013 22:31:16 GMT
Here is a short FAQ to clear up any parts of the role-play that you may be confused about, make sure to message myself or another member of staff if you have a question that would be of use adding to the list of already compiled answers.
Q: What is The Petrova Chronicles and is it related to the Vampire Diaries television series?
The Petrova Chronicles is a role-play forum based around the world that is set out in the television series called ''The Vampire Diaries'. Although based on the show, the events that occur in one do not have any relation to the other so if you notice any inconsistencies - this is most likely why. For the record, TPC is not affiliated or endorsed by TVD series or book series and is clearly a fan-based, non profit venture.
Q: Is TPC RP a third or first person role-play forum?
It is a first person role-play forum, everything should be done from your own perspective - you are that character you have created. The exception is the introduction of canon characters controlled by RP Mods, these will be role-played in the third person perspective.
Q: Can I play a canon character?
No, all characters must be created by yourself and be totally original. They can have ties to canon characters, but only distantly and may not conflict with the story-line of both TVD and TPC. For example, Elena cannot have a younger sister that is yourself - she may however half a distant half-cousin from England, this character may also be a Vampire but cannot be aware that Elena is the doppelganger.
Q: If I can't play a canon character, is it possible to be a Hybrid?
Hybrids have been purposely barred as a species until the role-play permits. We hope that eventually you will understand the reasoning for this development. Of course, this does not stop a Vampire role-playing their attempt at creating a hybrid - though keep in mind you are not aware of the method, nor the existence of the doppelganger. This information is limited to the 'Originals' - who are currently boxed up in coffins.
Q: How about an Original, can I be an Original Vampire that is somehow distantly related to the Mikaelson family?
Typically, no. We will not accept anyone applying as an original. It could however be a potential role-play plot should your character find a way to become an Original - this would of course be only doable by humans and require the strength of a very powerful witch. We will accept approximately 5 Original vampires throughout the course of the role-play and these positions will not be handed out easily. If you role-play with the sole purpose of just becoming an original - expect to fail.
Q: If I cannot make a hybrid and the bloodline of a werewolf is required, how can i role-play as a hybrid in future?
Two ways, if you create a storyline that is strong enough and believable enough - applying for an event and item combination may earn you the ability to create hybrids in your own creative way, gaining you access to the bloodline of a werewolf as a vampire. This is no easy task and it won't be handed to the first person to do so, rather the one who has earned it - this could take weeks, if not months of preparation in the RP to do so. The other way is to have your character as a werewolf and await the possible appearance and domination of Niklaus Mikaelson, the true hybrid to turn you.
Q: What is The Petrova Chronicles and is it related to the Vampire Diaries television series?
The Petrova Chronicles is a role-play forum based around the world that is set out in the television series called ''The Vampire Diaries'. Although based on the show, the events that occur in one do not have any relation to the other so if you notice any inconsistencies - this is most likely why. For the record, TPC is not affiliated or endorsed by TVD series or book series and is clearly a fan-based, non profit venture.
Q: Is TPC RP a third or first person role-play forum?
It is a first person role-play forum, everything should be done from your own perspective - you are that character you have created. The exception is the introduction of canon characters controlled by RP Mods, these will be role-played in the third person perspective.
Q: Can I play a canon character?
No, all characters must be created by yourself and be totally original. They can have ties to canon characters, but only distantly and may not conflict with the story-line of both TVD and TPC. For example, Elena cannot have a younger sister that is yourself - she may however half a distant half-cousin from England, this character may also be a Vampire but cannot be aware that Elena is the doppelganger.
Q: If I can't play a canon character, is it possible to be a Hybrid?
Hybrids have been purposely barred as a species until the role-play permits. We hope that eventually you will understand the reasoning for this development. Of course, this does not stop a Vampire role-playing their attempt at creating a hybrid - though keep in mind you are not aware of the method, nor the existence of the doppelganger. This information is limited to the 'Originals' - who are currently boxed up in coffins.
Q: How about an Original, can I be an Original Vampire that is somehow distantly related to the Mikaelson family?
Typically, no. We will not accept anyone applying as an original. It could however be a potential role-play plot should your character find a way to become an Original - this would of course be only doable by humans and require the strength of a very powerful witch. We will accept approximately 5 Original vampires throughout the course of the role-play and these positions will not be handed out easily. If you role-play with the sole purpose of just becoming an original - expect to fail.
Q: If I cannot make a hybrid and the bloodline of a werewolf is required, how can i role-play as a hybrid in future?
Two ways, if you create a storyline that is strong enough and believable enough - applying for an event and item combination may earn you the ability to create hybrids in your own creative way, gaining you access to the bloodline of a werewolf as a vampire. This is no easy task and it won't be handed to the first person to do so, rather the one who has earned it - this could take weeks, if not months of preparation in the RP to do so. The other way is to have your character as a werewolf and await the possible appearance and domination of Niklaus Mikaelson, the true hybrid to turn you.