Dronz' Command Whitelist app

[DronzTheWolf]

[b]BYOND key:[/b] DronzTheWolf
[b]Character names:[/b] Drake Costle, Arenu Mala'Karan, Max Adeno, Keziah Green, Michael Lee, Talon Hatfield, Hakrri Rahkrrairanarii, Aavs Guwan, Ressk Ahkri, HIU-551, Ikini Legnolo, Skavoss Ozuha, Ahkss Asosi, Diego Bianchi, Kahsuz Kelaks, Sszhaak Erszak, Memabe Agnobo, Khars Aessen, Khazk Ossoror, Cascade, XI-I-963, Amos Zhujian, Lonagi Anemaobo, Khunrrayar Enkherrava

[b]How long have you been playing on Aurora?:[/b] At least four years
[b]Why do you wish to be on the whitelist?:[/b]  To expand my roleplay capabilities.
[b]Why did you come to Aurora?:[/b] After the servers I played before died, I discovered Aurora and just kept coming back.
[b]Have you read the Aurora wiki on the head roles and qualifications you plan on playing?:[/b] Yes.
[b]Have you received any administrative actions? And how serious were they?[/b] Two bans that I can remember, and only one warning visible to me through the in-game tracker.

[b]Please provide well articulated answers to the following questions in a paragraph each.[/b]

b]Give a definition of what you think roleplay is, and should be about:[/b]
Roleplay, to me, is the immersion of yourself into a role, universe, and character with a role in that universe. The ability to put yourself in someone else's shoes and see things from a skewed, imperfect perspective of the world. To feign ignorance because your character wouldn't know something, or to inform someone of something they wouldn't know. While it is important to have a healthy separation of character and self, it's imperative for you to be able to relate to your character because otherwise you'll not be able to go through with actions that you personally wouldn't do but your character will. Roleplay should be about telling a story, with you as one of the many pawns on the board to be used in crafting the greater narrative. 

[b]What do you think the OOC purpose of a Head of Staff is, ingame?:[/b]
I think, OOC, a Head of Staff is something similar to a mentor, while also functioning as their own character with thoughts and emotions. They're there to teach others how to do some of the more complex and nuanced things a department may offer, but more importantly, they're an influencer. A Head of Staff has influence over a round that must be used wisely to craft a narrative. Because of that influence, that 'power' over a round to allow things to happen, a Head of Staff player is very much an important and game-changing event. It's the difference between an ERT being called and the station having to deal with it's own probems.

[b]What do you think the OOC responsibilities of Whitelisted players are to other players, and how would you strive to uphold them?:[/b]
The OOC responsibility of whitelisted players is to know when to help someone, when to give slack or be strict, and when to use the influence of their role to impact the round. For example, if you see a new player or someone new to a department struggling, you have the choice to help them. Sometimes it's good to let people figure things out on their own so they can get the satisfaction of figuring it out. However, sometimes it's better to help them because there are a lot of things that can be confusing and put someone off from a role/department if not managed right. It's also important to know when to give slack or be strict, both on new and well-known characters. The story of a round depends on it's characters just like any other medium for storytelling, and there are appropriate times to give slack to someone you know OOCly is antag, or be strict on someone you know ICly isn't, like stopping a roboticist from making a bunch of combat mechs to kill the lone ling. Which segways well into the final of my three main responsibilities: Knowing when to use your influence as a Head of Staff. Being a Head of Staff means that you have the responsibility to know when to allow or deny some very important things. A CE can determine the engine, a HoS can allow or deny non-standard equipment, an RD can allow or deny more things than I can list, so on and so forth. It's most important that a Command whitelistee know when to use their influence to improve the round for everyone involved, not just themselves.

[b]Could you give us the gist of what is currently happening in Tau Ceti and how it affected your character and their career?[/b]
James McNalley was one of Hephaestus' representatives sent to the Aurora to ensure their contractors were being treated well. The already well-known corperation wouldn't be too uncommon, and he'd likely have been trusted for some time. While being a representative meant he should put on a smile and treat others with respect and professionalism, it also meant there would be some expectations for him to work towards Hephaestus interests. He still gives service with a winning smile, and does his best to appear friendly to the crew. However, he got trapped due to the invasion of the rogue fleet. But still does his duty, for Hephaestus is the anvil upon which the world is shaped.

[b]What roles do you plan on playing after the application is accepted?[/b]
Mostly the consular and corporate representative roles, however the Heads of Staff are very much still on the table for future characters.

[b]Characters you intend to use for command or have created for command. Include the job they will be taking.:[/b]
As of now:
 James McNalley, Hephaestus representative. 
Lady Sslesazar Kesskra, Izweski Hegemony Consular
and, Petty Lord Krreska Jrenuzika Velarikarr Al-Hrevirra, NKA Consular


[b]How would you rate your own roleplaying?:[/b]
6/10, not too much above average.
[b]Do you understand your whitelist is not permanent, and may be stripped following continuous administrative action?[/b]
Yes.
[b]Have you familiarize yourself with the wiki pages for the command roles?[/b]
Yes.
[b]Extra notes:[/b]
It is stated that I mostly intend to use this for corporate representative and consular. However, that doesn't mean Head of Staff is a foreign idea to me. I do intend to play Head of Staff eventually, and as such answered the whitelist-relevant questions with the Head of Staff mindset. 

[Warbidon]

You were a blast to play with during the round in which the CoC rangers had came aboard, in addition, I like several of your unathi's and enjoy ay situation I have with them.

+ 1

[Faris]

I find this joke to be posted in public to be done in poor taste and don't really appreciate it. While I don't think it should completely void the prospect of the whitelist, I feel like it's steered my opinion of you in a negative direction.

There are certain types of jokes that shouldn't really be posted in public, even if a disclaimer is attached to it. 

[DronzTheWolf]

9 hours ago, Aboshedab said:

I find this joke to be posted in public to be done in poor taste and don't really appreciate it. While I don't think it should completely void the prospect of the whitelist, I feel like it's steered my opinion of you in a negative direction.

There are certain types of jokes that shouldn't really be posted in public, even if a disclaimer is attached to it. 

Yeah, I agree that joke was out of turn. It doesn't excuse it, but it was around 3 AM and I was really tired/not thinking. I usually try to steer clear from that kind of joke in the company of people who don't like it. 

[Alberyk]

Sorry for the wait. We decided to give you a trial. It will go until 19 of this month.

[DronzTheWolf]

Understandable, it's been a hectic month. Here's hoping it goes well.

Edited December 12, 2020 by DronzTheWolf
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[Aticius]

Dronz is a wonderful, funny, person with a strong grasp on Unathi lore. Both of their consulars have been wonderful to play with and interact with.

 

I give my ? without fear or shame.

 

tiny edit: 6/10 is a fucking bullshit lie, how dare dronz consider themself "above average", for shame. You're better than that.

Edited December 14, 2020 by Aticius

[Alberyk]

Okay, so you played a total of two rounds as a coporate liasion and two as a consular officer. I am a bit unsure if this is enough, do you mind an extension for one more week here?

[DronzTheWolf]

That's reasonable. It's been busy but I'll try to get on more often for this one.

[Alberyk]

Application accepted.