veldt's Adoptions

Contact

If you are interested in one of my open characters, I will only consider private messages with the below application filled out! After reviewing your application I will send some follow-up questions if I need clarification or feel an idea of yours needs a little more development so I get the full scope of it. From there, I am likely to hop over to Discord to hash out things further: expand upon ideas, list my concerns (if there are any), etc. You'll find additional constraints and considerations listed here as well, but don't let them intimidate you! I am very willing to work with anyone that wants to bring one of my characters to life! :>

• Wiki Page: veldt
• Private Message: OOC Account
• Discord: PM me for my handle or check the 'Souls server!

Application

Please send the following in a PM titled "[CHARACTER NAME] Adoption Application".

Contract Outlines

• Lenient:
  • Character is generally free-form and has little to no constraints.
  • These characters are the least-developed and have a lot of freedom in terms of personality, history, appearance, etc.; generally, these are great options for players that want to have some on-board connections to certain existing characters but want to be able to "build their own adoptable."
  • These characters do not require a writing sample in their application.
  • Most pre-adoption changes are acceptable and I am willing to work with your vision!
• Moderate:
  • Character is "locked-in" to certain aspects (pack, backstory, plots, etc.) and has a few constraints.
  • These characters have minor development: they may already be on-board as an NPC, have been referenced by other characters as acting a certain way, or may have previous play establishing key aspects to the character.
  • These characters require a writing sample in their application.
  • Some pre-adoption changes may be acceptable, but I expect to be kept in the loop and may deny substantial changes to the character.
• Strict:
  • Character either has previous play or important pre-existing connections and has specific constraints.
  • These characters have extensive history, either from previous play or as a heavily-used NPC. Only players with a firm grasp of the character's history and personality will likely be accepted.
  • These characters require a writing sample in their application.
  • Pre-adoption changes are not acceptable.

Terms

• Reclaiming an Adoptable:
  • I reserve the right to reclaim a character if the character is removed in an activity sweep; if the player goes inactive or is banned from 'Souls; if any terms in the contract are breached; or if the player fails to join with the character within a timely manner. Re-adoption can be discussed as necessary.
  • Generally, I will not reclaim characters with extensive play (played for >1 year, have >100 posts, etc.), even if they are dropped or NPC'd.
  • I can make exceptions regarding re-adoption, especially if the player intends to pick up the character later on, but cannot currently play them. IRL always comes first. ♥
• Art & Baubles:
  • All baubles (art, titles, icons, etc.) originally given with the adoptable return with the character.
  • Gift art and gift graphics are typically considered reclaimable with the adoptable.
  • Traded, commissioned, and bought art is considered your property. New players must request your permission to use such items, even in the case of art customized to that particular character.
  • Titles and icons...
  ... earned via game points, contests, etc. are considered your property; however, you must request removal/transfer within 2 months after dropping the adoptable or they become property of the new player.
  ... purchased via the 'Souls store are considered your property and may be removed/transfered to your own character at any time.
• Player Considerations:
  I may not adopt to players that:
  • Are first-time players on 'Souls or otherwise have no active characters.
    • However, I am willing to give new players a chance if there is clear communication, especially with my lenient contracts!
  • Have OOC infractions or break 'Souls boardwide rules and policies.
  • Have previously adopted from me, only to drop the character after a short period of time.
  • Constantly pick up, drop, and switch characters.
  • Show severe streaks of inactivity, constant absenteeism, etc.
  • Wish to beget an excessive amount of progeny from the character (aka make lots of babies).
  • Fundamentally misunderstand, misuse, or radically alter the character.