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<noinclude>Good characters have virtues. Great characters have flaws. Characters in Star Trek: Theurgy are expected to be realistic, even for a futuristic [[science]] fiction world. Heroic characters are welcome and appreciated, including those with special skills or abilities, but it is expected that for each special skill or ability a character might have an offsetting flaw or vice. It is expected that flaws listed on a character application be used in storytelling, and not added in to get away with being heroic.
<noinclude>[[File:Edena rez 01 by auctor lucan-d90x3hc.png|right|320px]]So, you have discussed the character concept with the GM and he has sent you this link. Now, you are ready to send your character to the Game Moderator for approval. <font color=orange>Please consider the below when making your submission.</font>


It's understood that most writers do not have a complete grasp of a character on its initial inception; characters grow all on their own in the writing of them. New characters are not expected to be as in-depth as established characters, but the expectation is that a realistic persona is presented that is open and welcoming to development. This is as much (if not more) for the enjoyment of the writer than anything else! However, those characters that stretch the boundaries of realism into ‘god-moding’ will be promptly addressed by the Group Moderator; remember, the GM is playing too. The GM is more than happy to work with players on their character concepts, but the reverse is expected as well in that the player will work with the GM to maintain a level of believability that is inherent in fun, quality writing.
Good characters have virtues. Great characters have flaws. Characters in Star Trek: Theurgy are expected to be realistic, even for a futuristic sci-fi world. Heroic characters are welcome and appreciated, including those with special skills or abilities, but it is expected that for each special skill or ability a character might have an offsetting flaw or vice. It is expected that flaws listed on a character application be used in storytelling, and not added in to get away with being heroic. The GM is more than happy to work with players on their character concepts, but the reverse is expected as well in that the player will work with the GM to maintain a level of believability that is inherent in fun, quality writing.


The Star Trek universe is a big place full of adventures and stories to be told. As characters progress and writers get accustomed to the pace of activity, more characters can be approved at the discretion of the GM. [[Rank_%26_Uniforms|Rank]] is determined for each character on joining, and will be worked out with each player to best fit the character. That being said, understandably a Starship cannot function with a great number of Commanders and Captains overseeing each part of the ship. A storyline benefits from a mix of junior and senior officers to propel the story.
The Star Trek universe is a big place full of adventures and stories to be told. As characters progress and writers get accustomed to the pace of activity, more characters can be approved at the discretion of the GM. [[Rank_%26_Uniforms|Rank]] is determined for each character on joining, and will be worked out with each player to best fit the character. That being said, understandably a starship cannot function with a great number of Commanders and Captains overseeing each part of the ship. A storyline benefits from a mix of junior and senior officers to propel the story.


== Submitting an Application ==
== Regarding Character Images ==
So, you have discussed the character concept with the GM and he has sent you this link. Now, you are ready to send your character to the GM for approval. You need to add one character image to the application, so chose one and upload it the application form. To see which faces are already claimed, please see the [[Theurgy_Faceclaim_Directory|Theurgy Faceclaim Directory]])
If you don't want to use the default image in the form, you need to <font color=orange>add one character image</font> to the application, so chose one and upload it in the application form on the next page. To see which faces are already claimed, please see the [[Theurgy_Faceclaim_Directory|Theurgy Faceclaim Directory]])


Eventually, being very happy about making graphics, '''the GM also extends his helping hand in finding and editing pictures to match the applicant's character'''. Examples of such character images made can be found in our [http://auctor-lucan.deviantart.com/gallery/45139988/Star-Trek-Theurgy-Characters DeviantArt Gallery]. In such a case, the important thing is that you let the GM know early on what faceclaim (actor/artist/model) you are interested in for your character, and if there are any physical traits that are important for the character's depiction. These character images '''will not''', however, be completed by the time you join the story. New members will not have character images made for them until they have posted In-Character 25 times + been a member for 1 month. This way, hyper-active members that dish out a lot of posts in a short time will have to remain members for a month minimum before they are granted character images. It also means members who just participate in an OOC capacity for one month but only posts In-Character a handful of times will still have to be more active before they get character images.
Being very happy about making graphics, <font color=orange>the GM also extends his helping hand in finding and editing pictures to match the applicant's character</font>. Examples of such character images made can be found in our [http://auctor-lucan.deviantart.com/gallery/45139988/Star-Trek-Theurgy-Characters DeviantArt Gallery]. In such a case, the important thing is that you let the GM know early on what faceclaim (actor/artist/model) you are interested in for your character, and if there are any physical traits that are important for the character's depiction.  


So, on the Crew Manifest and on the character page, images with an error message will be seen until you meets the above criteria, and images are made for you. If you join with acceptable character images of your own, this is no issue, and will get the help needed to have them visible on the Crew Manifest and your character page.
These character images <font color=orange>may not, however, be completed by the time you join the story depending on time availability</font>. New members may not have character images made for their characters by the time they are accepted. In that case, on the Crew Manifest and on the character page, default images with an error message will be seen until any character images are finished. If you join with acceptable character images of your own, this is no issue, and will get the help needed to have them visible on the Crew Manifest and your character page.


== Character Application Process ==  
== Character Application Process ==  
The GM must approve the character application before you are allowed to post in the story. The GM will leave feedback on your first draft and request changes to fit the story better, until the the character is approved.
The GM must approve the character application before you are allowed to post in the story. The GM will leave feedback on your first draft and request changes to fit the story better, until the the character is approved.


You can fill out the '''Character Submission Form''' below. To create a submission with this form, <font color=orange>enter the name of the character</font>:
You can fill out the '''Character Submission Form''' below, ''but you have to be logged into the wiki for it to work.'' The GM provides the login upon request. If you prefer to use your own text editor to write the character, [[Character_Submission_Form_Template|there is template here]] that you can copy-paste into it. Once you are finished, you return to this page and insert your write-up into the form. To create a submission, enter <font color=orange>the name</font> of the character. You may also use the below button to edit your draft, as long as you fill in the same name again.


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<font color=orange><small><i>First & Last Name</i></small></font>


Once you have submitted your character, you need to PM the GM and tell him it's available for his review.
Once you have submitted your character (and made any edits by using the same name again above) <font color=orange>you need to PM the [https://uss-theurgy.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=1 Game Moderator]</font> and say it's available for approval. ''You must also send the link to the new character page in the PM '''after you've clicked Save on the page'''!''


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If you prefer to use your own text editor to write the character, [[Character_Submission_Form_Template|there is template here]] that you can copy-paste into it. Once you are finished, you return to this page and insert your write-up into the form.
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! Name:  
! Name:  
| {{{field|name|mandatory|placeholder=(The full proper name of your character)}}}
| {{{field|name|mandatory|placeholder=(Add character name)}}} Here you can include middle names etc.
|-
|-
! Image:  
! Image:  
| {{{field|image|mandatory|placeholder=(Please upload your character image)|uploadable}}}
| {{{field|image|mandatory|default=Default_Character_Image.jpeg|uploadable}}}Image file requires .jpg/.png/etc. extension.
|-
|-
! Department:  
! Department:  
| {{{field|dept|input type=listbox|mandatory|default=Command|values=Command,Engineering,Operations,Security,Tactical CONN,Medical,Science,Counseling,Civilian|size=1}}}
| Pick Command for Tactical, Conn, Diplomacy, and Intelligence. Pick "Other" if you are writing a non-Starfleet character.</br>{{{field|dept|input type=listbox|mandatory|default=Command|values=Command,Engineering,Operations,Security,Tactical CONN,Medical,Science,Counseling,Other|size=4}}}  
|-
|-
! Rank:  
! Rank:  
| {{{field|rank|input type=listbox|mandatory|default=Cadet|values=Cadet,Cadet 1st Year,Cadet 2nd Year, Cadet 3rd Year,Cadet 4th Year,Crewman Recruit,Crewman,Petty Officer 3rd Class,Petty Officer 2nd Class,Petty Officer 1st Class,Chief Petty Officer,Senior Chief Petty Officer,Master Chief Petty Officer,Warrant officer,Chief Warrant Officer 1st Class,Chief Warrant Officer 2nd Class,Chief Warrant Officer 3rd class,Ensign,Lieutenant Junior Grade,Lieutenant,Lieutenant Commande,Commander,Captain,Civilian|size=1)}}}
| {{{field|rank|input type=listbox|mandatory|default=Civilian|values=Civilian,Cadet,Cadet First Year,Cadet Second Year, Cadet Third Year,Cadet Fourth Year,Crewman Recruit,Crewman,Petty Officer Third Class,Petty Officer Second Class,Petty Officer First Class,Chief Petty Officer,Senior Chief Petty Officer,Master Chief Petty Officer,Chief Warrant Officer Third Class,Warrant Officer,Chief Warrant Officer Second Class,Chief Warrant Officer First Class,Ensign,Lieutenant Junior Grade,Lieutenant,Lieutenant Commander,Commander,Captain|size=4)}}} For more information, see [[Rank & Uniforms|Rank]].
|-
|-
! Position:  
! Position:  
| {{{field|position|mandatory|placeholder=(Example: Engineer, Chief Engineer, etc.)}}}
| {{{field|position|mandatory|placeholder=(Example: Engineer, Chief Engineer, etc.)}}} Contact the GM to know what is available.
|-
|-
! Callsign (Optional):  
! Callsign:  
| {{{field|callsign|mandatory|placeholder=(If it's a fighter pilot character)}}}
| {{{field|callsign|placeholder=(Add your character's callsign)}}} Optional, only for fighter pilot characters.
|-
|-
! Species:<br>  
! Species:<br>  
| {{{field|species|mandatory|placeholder=(Add your character's species)}}}
| {{{field|species|mandatory|placeholder=(Add your character's species)}}} For more information, see [[Species Specifications]].
|-
|-
! Age:  
! Age:  
| {{{field|age|mandatory|placeholder=(Min. 18 years mentally and physically)|autogrow}}}
| {{{field|age|mandatory|placeholder=(Add character age)|autogrow}}} Minimum is 18 years old mentally and physically.
|-
|-
! Gender:  
! Gender:  
| {{{field|gender|mandatory|placeholder=(Male/Female/Other)}}}
| {{{field|gender|mandatory|placeholder=(Add character gender)}}} Male/Female/Non-Binary/Etc.
|-
|-
! Orientation:  
! Orientation:  
| {{{field|orientation|mandatory|placeholder=(Heterosexual, Homosexual, Etc.)}}}
| {{{field|orientation|mandatory|placeholder=(Add sexual orientation)}}} Heterosexual/Homosexual/Bisexual/Etc.
|-
|-
! Birthplace:  
! Birthplace:  
| {{{field|birthplace|mandatory|placeholder=(Add character birthplace.)}}}
| {{{field|birthplace|mandatory|placeholder=(Add character birthplace)}}} Where your character was born (duh).
|-
|-
! Height:  
! Height:  
| {{{field|height|mandatory|placeholder=(Add character height)}}}
| {{{field|height|mandatory|placeholder=(Add character height)}}} Use code <nowiki>{{Height|feet|inches}}</nowiki>. Example: <nowiki>{{Height|6|2}}</nowiki>
|-
|-
! Weight:  
! Weight:  
| {{{field|weight|mandatory|placeholder=(Add character weight)}}}
| {{{field|weight|mandatory|placeholder=(Add character weight)}}} Use code <nowiki>{{Weight|pounds}}</nowiki>. Example: <nowiki>{{Weight|120}}</nowiki>
|-
|-
! Hair:  
! Hair:  
| {{{field|hair|mandatory|placeholder=(Add character hair colour, if any)}}}
| {{{field|hair|mandatory|placeholder=(Add hair colour)}}} Alternatively Bald/Shaven/Etc.
|-
|-
! Eyes:  
! Eyes:  
| {{{field|eyes|mandatory|placeholder=(Add character eye colour, if any)}}}
| {{{field|eyes|mandatory|placeholder=(Add eye colour)}}} Alternatively Insectoid Compound Eyes/Etc.
|-
|-
! Faceclaim: <br>''<small>(See the [[Theurgy Faceclaim Directory]])</small>''
! Faceclaim:  
| {{{field|face|input type=textarea|mandatory|placeholder=(Name the actor/actress/model playing the character. Please also add hyperlinks to reference images.)|autogrow}}}
| {{{field|face|mandatory|placeholder=(Name character actor/actress/model)}}} See [[Theurgy Faceclaim Directory]] to see who's not available.
|-
|-
! Writer:  
! Writer:  
| {{{field|writer|mandatory|placeholder=(Your membership name)}}}
| {{{field|writer|mandatory|placeholder=(Add username)}}} Your name on the site.
|-
|-
! Interests:  
! Interests:  
| {{{field|interests|input type=textarea|mandatory|placeholder=(Be concise by using one word to describe each interest, which are then explained in depth under 'Personality Profile')|autogrow}}}
| Be concise by using one word to describe each interest, all which are later explained in depth under 'Personality Profile'.<br>{{{field|interests|input type=textarea|mandatory|placeholder=(Separate each Interest by hitting 'Enter' twice.)|autogrow}}}
|-
|-
! Education:  
! Education:
| {{{field|education|input type=textarea|mandatory|placeholder= (A list with years and place of education. Example: XXXX-XXXX: Acadmy/Intitute/etc. 3 years is the minimum requirement for Starfleet Academy unless your character hold previous experience, is part of the enlisted officers, warrant officers, or a civilian. Tactical CONN Academy and Starfleet Medical adds one year or education depending on previous experience.)|autogrow}}}
| Create a list with years and place of education. 3 years is the minimum requirement for Starfleet Academy unless your character hold previous experience, is part of the enlisted officers, warrant officers, or a civilian. Tactical CONN Academy and Starfleet Medical adds one year of education depending on previous experience.<br>{{{field|education|input type=textarea|mandatory|placeholder=(XXXX-XXXX: Academy/Intitute/etc. Separate each education period by hitting 'Enter' twice.)|autogrow}}}
|-
|-
! Servicerecord:  
! Servicerecord:  
| {{{field|servicerecord|input type=textarea|mandatory|placeholder=(A list with date-date: rank, department, location. Example: XXXX-XXXX: Ensign, USS Example. There is no exact amount of years to gain rank, but it is considered that it would be from two to five years for an officer to gain the next rank. Try to be realistic with the years between promotions.)|autogrow}}}
| Create a list with year-to-year, rank, department, ship/base. There is no exact amount of years to gain rank, but it is considered that it would be from two to five years for an officer to gain the next rank. Try to be realistic with the years between promotions.<br>{{{field|servicerecord|input type=textarea|mandatory|placeholder= (XXXX-XXXX: Ensign, Position, USS Example. Separate each commissioning by hitting 'Enter' twice.)|autogrow}}}
|-
|-
! Decorations:  
! Decorations:  
| {{{field|decorations|input type=textarea|mandatory|placeholder=(A listing of the decorations that your character has ever received throughout his or her or it's career, or even during education. Example: XXXX: Name of Decoration/Medal/Award. These must be mentioned in the Biography.)|autogrow}}}
| Create a list of the decorations that your character has received throughout their career, or even during education. These must, however, be mentioned in the Biography section if they are to be allowed.<br>{{{field|decorations|input type=textarea|mandatory|placeholder= (XXXX: Name of Decoration/Medal/Award. Separate each by hitting 'Enter' twice. IMPORTANT: If s/he has no decorations, you still have to enter something for this form to work, so just write N/A or None.)|autogrow}}}
|}
|}
{{{end template}}}
{{{end template}}}
 
==Brief Introduction==
Insert a brief overall character description below. ''(Example: Devyrie Okhala was a Fighter Pilot on the USS Orcus. After the Battle of Starbase 84, where she defected to the Theurgy, Dev aided in the opposition against the parasites that compromised Starfleet Command in the end of the 24th century.)''
Insert a brief overall character introduction below. Example: ''Jane Doe was a Fighter Pilot on the USS Example. After the Example Event, where she defected to the USS Theurgy, Doe aided in the opposition against the parasites that compromised Starfleet Command in the end of the 24th century.''  
{{{section|Intro|level=1|mandatory|rows=5|autogrow}}}
<br/>{{{section|Character Draft Awaiting Approval|level=2|mandatory|rows=5|autogrow}}}
<br><font color=orange>'''This section must be in past tense.'''</font>


==Biography==
==Biography==
''(The factual life story of your character thus far. This is the main historical background on your character, usually the longest part of the biography and most important. Be as subjective or objective as you like, but don't make it a short read. 250 words or more is required.)'' '''This section must be in past tense.'''
The factual life story of your character thus far. This is the main historical background on your character, usually the longest part of the biography and most important. Be as subjective or objective as you like, but don't make it a short read. 250 words or more is required.


{{{section|Biography|level=2|mandatory|rows=20|autogrow}}}
{{{section|Biography|level=2|mandatory|rows=20|autogrow}}}
<br><font color=orange>'''This section must be in past tense.'''</font>


==Personality Profile==
==Personality Profile==
''(This section describes your character's psychological profile, what they're like in general.)'' '''This section must be in past tense.'''
This section describes your character's psychological profile, what they're like in general. Here is some inspiration: [https://uss-theurgy.com/forum/index.php/topic,2300.0.html Your Character's Personality Profile]


{{{section|Personality Profile|level=2|mandatory|rows=10|autogrow}}}
{{{section|Personality Profile|level=2|mandatory|rows=10|autogrow}}}
<br><font color=orange>'''This section must be in past tense.'''</font>


==Physical Profile==
==Physical Profile==
''(The full physical description of your character, be as detailed or as concise as you'd like to be here. Also, let the GM know who you would like to use to depict your character in the Star Trek. Theurgy story. It can be any actor, actress, model or other personality that hasn't yet been used for another character.)'' '''This section must be in past tense.'''
The full physical description of your character, be as detailed or as concise as you'd like to be here. Since the GM might eventually depict your character in the Star Trek. Theurgy story, it is important that you add things like scarring, tattoos, etc.


{{{section|Physical Profile|level=2|mandatory|rows=10|autogrow}}}
{{{section|Physical Profile|level=2|mandatory|rows=10|autogrow}}}
<br><font color=orange>'''This section must be in past tense.'''</font>
====Reference Images====
Please submit 4-6 hyperlinks to high resolution images of the chosen faceclaim. These should be images that you like for future reference when the GM might make character images for your character.
{{{section|Reference Images|level=4|mandatory|rows=4|autogrow}}}


==Special Notes (Optional)==
==Special Notes (Optional)==
''(This optional section can contain any additional notes about your character that you consider important. If your character is a vegetarian, for example, you can put that information here if you didn't specify it in the Background or Personality Profile.)'' '''This section must be in past tense.'''
This optional section can contain any additional notes about your character that you consider important. If your character is a vegetarian, for example, you can put that information here if you didn't specify it in the Background or Personality Profile. Here you can also detail abilities or traits that are inherent to your character's species or training.
 
{{{section|Special Notes (Optional)|level=2|rows=10|autogrow}}}
<br><font color=orange>'''This section must be in past tense.'''</font>
<br><br>
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<big><font color=orange>Now save the character application with the button below.</font>


{{{section|Special Notes (Optional)|level=2|mandatory|rows=10|autogrow}}}
You may also use the previous page to edit your draft, as long as you fill in the same name again. When you are content with your application, <font color=orange>notify the Game Moderator</font> about your submission with a PM on the forum and a link to the new page '''after you've clicked Save on the page'''! </big>
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Latest revision as of 21:31, 30 December 2023

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So, you have discussed the character concept with the GM and he has sent you this link. Now, you are ready to send your character to the Game Moderator for approval. Please consider the below when making your submission.

Good characters have virtues. Great characters have flaws. Characters in Star Trek: Theurgy are expected to be realistic, even for a futuristic sci-fi world. Heroic characters are welcome and appreciated, including those with special skills or abilities, but it is expected that for each special skill or ability a character might have an offsetting flaw or vice. It is expected that flaws listed on a character application be used in storytelling, and not added in to get away with being heroic. The GM is more than happy to work with players on their character concepts, but the reverse is expected as well in that the player will work with the GM to maintain a level of believability that is inherent in fun, quality writing.

The Star Trek universe is a big place full of adventures and stories to be told. As characters progress and writers get accustomed to the pace of activity, more characters can be approved at the discretion of the GM. Rank is determined for each character on joining, and will be worked out with each player to best fit the character. That being said, understandably a starship cannot function with a great number of Commanders and Captains overseeing each part of the ship. A storyline benefits from a mix of junior and senior officers to propel the story.

Regarding Character Images

If you don't want to use the default image in the form, you need to add one character image to the application, so chose one and upload it in the application form on the next page. To see which faces are already claimed, please see the Theurgy Faceclaim Directory)

Being very happy about making graphics, the GM also extends his helping hand in finding and editing pictures to match the applicant's character. Examples of such character images made can be found in our DeviantArt Gallery. In such a case, the important thing is that you let the GM know early on what faceclaim (actor/artist/model) you are interested in for your character, and if there are any physical traits that are important for the character's depiction.

These character images may not, however, be completed by the time you join the story depending on time availability. New members may not have character images made for their characters by the time they are accepted. In that case, on the Crew Manifest and on the character page, default images with an error message will be seen until any character images are finished. If you join with acceptable character images of your own, this is no issue, and will get the help needed to have them visible on the Crew Manifest and your character page.

Character Application Process

The GM must approve the character application before you are allowed to post in the story. The GM will leave feedback on your first draft and request changes to fit the story better, until the the character is approved.

You can fill out the Character Submission Form below, but you have to be logged into the wiki for it to work. The GM provides the login upon request. If you prefer to use your own text editor to write the character, there is template here that you can copy-paste into it. Once you are finished, you return to this page and insert your write-up into the form. To create a submission, enter the name of the character. You may also use the below button to edit your draft, as long as you fill in the same name again.

First & Last Name

Once you have submitted your character (and made any edits by using the same name again above) you need to PM the Game Moderator and say it's available for approval. You must also send the link to the new character page in the PM after you've clicked Save on the page!


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