Post by Triple 7 on May 19, 2020 11:03:02 GMT -8
PLAYER ADVOCATE
From time to time, people disagree. As a Storyteller, I have tried to be as unbiased and fair across the board as I can be. I make the House Rules public knowledge, I hold all Players to the same standard for creation, and I make everything transparent when it comes to Storylines. Still, some might disagree with the way I run things. At the end of the day it is my Chronicle and I can run it however I see fit, but recognize that there must be a balance between my way and what Players are willing to tolerate. Its that balance that I have to strive for every day and for that I am opening up a position called Player Advocate (PA). The LARP group that the House Rules came from had PA's and I would like to believe it did some good at balancing Storyteller control with Player involvement. As I often say; I am not here to make your real world hell, only your fake one.
Current Player Advocates:
PA's can also be reached on the DISCORD server by using the tag "OOC: Player Advocate".
As a Player Advocate they are expected to do the following:
At times there will be disagreements. As preached, this may not be the Chronicle for everyone. Regardless; Players should feel like they're able to approach a PA and discuss their issues openly (Players can still approach a Storyteller if they choose to). From there, a PA is expected to approach the Storyteller and maintain that Player's anonymity unless the Player doesn't mind taking credit for their complaint. The entire point of this is to be a buffer between the Storyteller and the Player, because sometimes people don't like conflict but still expect that their concerns are heard. NOTE: Player Advocates are strictly meant for out of character conflict resolution. They will not handle in character disputes, offer moderator services for in character combat, or be aware of private information regarding character sheets or storylines. They're meant to act as an advocate for the Player only.
That is where the PA comes into play..
Where Player Advocates and Storytellers are not expected to intervene is out of Character drama between two Players. If you have a disagreement with someone we expect you to handle things like adults. We're not here to be therapists or moderators to petty drama. We handle the story and that's about it. If you find you cannot tolerate another Player's presence, please consider your own personal balance on if you would like to continue playing here at JBN. We will not make exceptions in Character because you cannot tolerate the Player behind the Character. The show must go on, as they say. Please handle your business in private and remain professional and respectful at all times.
From time to time, people disagree. As a Storyteller, I have tried to be as unbiased and fair across the board as I can be. I make the House Rules public knowledge, I hold all Players to the same standard for creation, and I make everything transparent when it comes to Storylines. Still, some might disagree with the way I run things. At the end of the day it is my Chronicle and I can run it however I see fit, but recognize that there must be a balance between my way and what Players are willing to tolerate. Its that balance that I have to strive for every day and for that I am opening up a position called Player Advocate (PA). The LARP group that the House Rules came from had PA's and I would like to believe it did some good at balancing Storyteller control with Player involvement. As I often say; I am not here to make your real world hell, only your fake one.
Current Player Advocates:
- None.
PA's can also be reached on the DISCORD server by using the tag "OOC: Player Advocate".
As a Player Advocate they are expected to do the following:
- Bring feedback to the staff at least once per month (if applicable).
- Be a diplomatic facilitator of good communication between Players and Storytellers while trying to stay reasonably neutral at the same time.
- Represent a portion of the Player base that isn't already well represented.
- Respect and protect both the anonymity of Players and the discretion of the Storytellers (if applicable).
- Help new Players learn the House Rules as well as the online focus of the Chronicle. You're not expected to hold their hand, but leading them to the right portions of the House Rules is just as important. Half the time they don't know how to navigate the forums to find the answer they're looking for. They're not helpless, just not familiar (patience is a virtue).
At times there will be disagreements. As preached, this may not be the Chronicle for everyone. Regardless; Players should feel like they're able to approach a PA and discuss their issues openly (Players can still approach a Storyteller if they choose to). From there, a PA is expected to approach the Storyteller and maintain that Player's anonymity unless the Player doesn't mind taking credit for their complaint. The entire point of this is to be a buffer between the Storyteller and the Player, because sometimes people don't like conflict but still expect that their concerns are heard. NOTE: Player Advocates are strictly meant for out of character conflict resolution. They will not handle in character disputes, offer moderator services for in character combat, or be aware of private information regarding character sheets or storylines. They're meant to act as an advocate for the Player only.
That is where the PA comes into play..
Where Player Advocates and Storytellers are not expected to intervene is out of Character drama between two Players. If you have a disagreement with someone we expect you to handle things like adults. We're not here to be therapists or moderators to petty drama. We handle the story and that's about it. If you find you cannot tolerate another Player's presence, please consider your own personal balance on if you would like to continue playing here at JBN. We will not make exceptions in Character because you cannot tolerate the Player behind the Character. The show must go on, as they say. Please handle your business in private and remain professional and respectful at all times.
