Post by Mel * on Oct 14, 2015 16:06:04 GMT
Welcome to the RED RAIN! We've made this handy guide to make joining and the application process a little easier for you. We're here to make the site a good home for you, so please, do not hesitate to ask the staff if there's anything need help with - that's why we're here, after all.
First things first, there's a few things we'd like for you to read;
The plot,
the setting,
the groups,
and the rules and guidelines.
If you like what we have to offer and you're willing to comply to the rule, then register! You can register with whatever name you want, but your display name has to be changed to your character's FIRST and LAST name, properly capitalized. We're an one account per character site.
Application Process
We offer two sets of applications here at RED RAIN. One basic and one freeform. You choose which of the two you'd like to use, but keep in mind that the freeform one are not to be used as a shorter version of the basic one. This application is meant for those who want to be a little more creative. Once you've started on your application, you can post it in our pending section. We accept WIP (work in progress) applications, so don't worry, you don't have to finish it right away. However, the application must be finished within two weeks, else it'll get moved to the declined application section. This doesn't mean the application won't get reviewed - you just have to PM a staff member and ask to have it moved back.
NB! If the application sits in the declined folder for more than two weeks, it gets moved to the hidden staff board.
Once your application is finished, remove the WIP tag, bump the app and a staff member will review your application once they have the time. Letting us know once is fine, but please, don't nag us. Sometimes everything is right and the character jumps right to acceptance. Other times, you'll get a PM where we ask for changes that needs to be done. Once the changes have been made, bump the application again. This process will repeat until the character is ready for acceptance.
When a staffer asks for edits, do them. And make sure you read over our PM's thoroughly, so we don't have to repeat ourselves.
Acceptance
Once you're accepted, please make sure you do your claims. And you can also make a thread tracker, a plotter and check out the art section for graphic shops. You should also spend some time getting familiar with the other boards on the site while you're at it.
And most importantly... Remember to have fun!