Frequently Asked Questions
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Last Hope FAQ

RP- what?

Last Hope Weyr (LHWH) is an rpg, or roleplaying game. Ours is a free-form play-by-post, emphasizing writing and storyline. It can be compared to a book with many authors, improvisational acting, or even screenwriting. Essentially, you make a character all your own, and play that character through various situations with other characters. Don't worry if you're new to the roleplaying experience. LHW's members will be more than happy to guide you. Please note, LHW is a fantasy rpg set in Pern.


Pern? What's that?

A planet set in a future where man has lost his technology but has found dragons. See the topic, "Cheat's Guide" for details. Also, see the Library of Pern.


No technology?

Well, medieval is about as far they've got. After all, man lost contact with advanced civilization long ago.


What are the dragon colors and specs?

There are five dragon colors: females gold and green, males bronze, brown, and blue. See the topic "Dragon Colors" for details.


Wait, where does everybody live?

Besides the Weyr, there are Hold and Halls.
 

Okay, so tell me about the Weyr.

You can find much of the  info on the site,  specifically the "History".


I have a confession to make. I'm not really Shakespeare.

If you're new to writing or still developing your style, don't worry. LHW welcomes writers of all levels, from novice to advanced. We love to help our members and see them improve over time. In fact, we've made a forum devoted to just that. Roleplay Help includes resources for writers old and new, and allows members to submit samples for friendly critiques and advice. This is meant solely as a writing aide. You won't find any flaming there. Besides this, the admins are always willing to lend a tip here or there, so if you need help, by all means, ask. Also note that roleplaying is always in third person, past tense. Ex: He jumped the fence.
 

Hold on. I see a character in two threads! How?

At LHW, we have fluid time. This means multiple threads take place at different times. In this way, players may participate with the same character in multiple threads. We usually come across no conflicts, and it keeps activity up when a player can pass the time in more than one thread, instead of waiting incessantly on one other player.


Anything else I should know?

Ideally, we'd like members to read all the information provided in this website, but since we know that that may not be possible for all members, we insist that at the very least, you read the rules and the Cheat's Guide to Pern along with Making a Character. They are important, and members should be aware of them.


I'm still lost! Help!

If you have more questions, by all means, ask the BoD. We're happy to answer! Contact us. There's usually at least one of us online at a time.