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Posted: Wed Aug 27, 2014 4:29 pm
Welcome to Soquili's Assistant RP Manager Hiring Event! We're looking to hire an RP Assistant or two who are looking forward to working with Uta, and helping to keep the RP side of Soquili alive and well! Like to read? Like to world build? Like to plot, RP, and know your way around soquili's RP rules? Then this is the place for you!
Starts: Now! 08-29-14 Ends: 11:59 PM EST 09-19-14
Please note -- you may enter for any and all hiring positions, including both Colorist and NCS. You could be hired for one or the other, or both, if you think you can handle the workload.
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Posted: Wed Aug 27, 2014 4:30 pm
Assistant Role-Play Manager 1 to 2 positions
This is a position where you'll be working under Uta. This is a position that requires communication, self-motivation, and AIM. This position also requires a very good knowledge and understanding of Soquili's Role-Play Rules & Restrictions, as well as the Soquili Era setting and environment.
In this position you will be reading the role-play threads and making sure individuals are following the rules and sticking to the soquili setting. Should there be any trouble or questionable writing, you would contact Uta and/or deal with the issue directly. You would work with Uta and help judge role-play contests, as well as be assigned various other tasks depending on what needs to be done. You will likely be tapped to help world build when Uta is brainstorming or pondering future events, and should be able to help answer questions in thread or via AIM and PM.
Tirokio will still be an RP Assistant, but due to her life situation, she is being moved to look over plot-threads and make sure people are sticking to the rules.
This job requires a lot of reading, so if you don't think you have the time to read through RP threads daily, then this might not be the job for you. It also requires being friendly, approachable, patient, and creative..
If interested in helping Uta, please fill out the following form:
General Information [b]Name:[/b] [b]Position Trying For:[/b] Assistant RP Manager [b]Do you have AIM?[/b] Yes or No [b]If Not, would you be willing to get AIM?[/b] [b]What's your availability like?[/b] [b]When is the best time to get a hold of you?[/b] [b]What timezone are you in?[/b] [b]Have you worked in any shops before? If so, which ones and how long and what was your job?[/b] Also not required to be eligible. We're just curious. [b]Do you have any past shop references or individuals who can vouch for your professionalism and good behavior?[/b] Not required, but very useful
Assistant Roleplay Manager Specific Information [b]Do you like to read?[/b] [b]Are you able to read a little bit every day, or at the very least a lot every week?[/b] [b]How well do you know soquili shop rules, particularly concerning the RP environment?[/b] [b]In your own words, what's the shop stance on soquili possessing magical powers?[/b] [b]In your own words, what's the shop stance on dark angeni or less vicious skinwalkers?[/b] [b]Why do you think you'd be a good fit as Soquili Staff?[/b] [b]Why do you think you'd be a good fit as an Assistant RP Manager?[/b] [b]Will you communicate regularly with Uta concerning RP and Shop Lore, particularly when there are issues or questionable content?[/b] [b]Do you want to help world build with Uta, help judge RP events, and aid Uta in making the RP world fun?[/b]
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Posted: Wed Aug 27, 2014 4:32 pm
Rules for Entry 1. Please read this entire front page before you enter! 2. If you have questions or concerns, please PM them to Soquili Era. 3. Please fill out the form in its entirety. 4. Hail Hydra! 5. Please fill out the form in its entirety. 6. If we have a hard cut-off date or deadline, please follow it. You might be DQ'd if you miss it, even by just a few minutes. 7. We will perform background checks on potential hires and cross-check references. 8. You do NOT have to have worked in a B/C shop before, or a previous colorist, to enter. 9. We understand sometimes people don't get along, and mistakes have been made in the past. We will not hold past mistakes against you, but do understand, if you have a drama-filled background, or we get many complaints from previous employers, this might dampen your chances of being hired. 10. We at Soquili do not need to explain why we choose the hires we do, or justify why we did not hire someone. While we will give helpful feedback back to colorists who ask for it, we do not have to give details on why one was not picked. Please note, that even if you are not hired now, this does not mean you shouldn't try again during future hire events. 11. You'll want to have an IM client of some sort (preferably AIM) so we can easily get a hold of you.
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Posted: Wed Aug 27, 2014 4:34 pm
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Posted: Fri Aug 29, 2014 10:13 am
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Posted: Fri Aug 29, 2014 1:15 pm
General Information Name: Cajmera Position Trying For: Assistant RP Manager Do you have AIM? Yes If Not, would you be willing to get AIM? N/A What's your availability like? I'm very available at this time, due to my current 'employment' being that of an introverted homemaker. When is the best time to get a hold of you? During the day or evening What timezone are you in? Central time; SoDak, baby! Have you worked in any shops before? If so, which ones and how long and what was your job? Well, I used to work in Soquili, for a few years as general manager. It was a while ago, so I'm not exactly sure on the dates; I think it was late 2006 until sometime in early 2010, when I had to resign due to my real life getting beyond crazy. In my role as general manager, I answered questions, helped moderate the main thread, managed and updated the co-ownership and mates/permissions threads, and helped set up the first elder application format. I also would do miscellaneous other things as needed. My work capacity dropped dramatically during my last few months, which is why I ended up resigning; it didn't feel right to be on staff without time to do anything. Do you have any past shop references or individuals who can vouch for your professionalism and good behavior? Malhith? Or anyone else who was staff at that time!
Assistant Roleplay Manager Specific Information Do you like to read? Very much so, yes XD Are you able to read a little bit every day, or at the very least a lot every week? Sure am! How well do you know soquili shop rules, particularly concerning the RP environment? I would say the answer to this is 'very well.' In your own words, what's the shop stance on soquili possessing magical powers? Well, magical powers is sort of a broad, generalized term; in a broad, generalized sense, magical powers are not allowed. However, there are a few exceptions; pure or half-breed Ulun'Suti have special powers over their specific elements, and first generation, domained Angeni have certain powers over their domains. They also have their holy light abilities, just like unicorns have the ability to heal, skinwalkers can turn into their animal form, Kalonas can channel negative energy to weaken their opponents...however, most of these 'magical powers' are breed/race specific and not open to all Soquili across the board (info on said powers can be found in the breed info guide!). In term of 'stereotypical magic', such as making potions or chanting spells to summon something, those are a no as well. In your own words, what's the shop stance on dark angeni or less vicious skinwalkers? Both of those are a hardline "no". Angeni are only capable of using their powers for good, so even if their domain has a 'dark' connotation, the actual application of that domain has to be to benefit others. Like, an Angeni of disease would maybe pull the disease out of an ailing Soquili, leaving the other Soquili cured. And on the other side of the coin, Skinwalkers are evil, period; how they manifest their evil can change from SW to SW; like, one SW might just rip everything it meets to shreds on the spot, while another SW might pretend to be nice to lull prey into a false sense of security, THEN kill them later. Or something along those lines. But the bottom line is they are evil, incapable of love, and just generally wicked. Why do you think you'd be a good fit as Soquili Staff? I love the shop and the people in the shop; I've been a member of Soquili since 2006 and have been an active part of the community for almost that entire time. I'd love to be a part of staff to help keep this community thriving! In addition, Soquili is the shop I frequent on Gaia, so it has that home-away from home thing going on as well. Why do you think you'd be a good fit as an Assistant RP Manager? Well, for starters, I love rp, and am a regular user of the rp forum. I also enjoy reading other peoples' rp already, so incorporating that into my routine wouldn't be very hard. I like the shop lore and am big on following the rules, so the basics of the position are appealing to me. Will you communicate regularly with Uta concerning RP and Shop Lore, particularly when there are issues or questionable content? Of course! Do you want to help world build with Uta, help judge RP events, and aid Uta in making the RP world fun? For sure; the more rp the better!
Thank you for your consideration ^^
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Posted: Fri Aug 29, 2014 2:04 pm
General Information Name: Huroggmeten Gaia nick-name is usually Huro, real name can be found through AIM if you're interested. Position Trying For: Assistant RP Manager Do you have AIM? Yes! "Huroggmeten". If Not, would you be willing to get AIM? N/A What's your availability like? I'm generally available in the mornings and evenings; i'm currently unemployed, and my only responsibilities are studying for the GRE (Graduate Readiness Exam) and taking care of my horses (usually done around 12pm through 3-4pm PST). Once I do manage to find a job, my availability would likely switch to purely in the evenings after I get off work. When is the best time to get a hold of you? This varies day to day, though I am almost always online between 8-9pm PST. I get email alerts from Gaia on my phone, so I can be reached any time even if i'm not at my laptop. The only exception to this is if I am on a trail-ride and the cell service may not allow my phone to receive emails beneath trees, but that would only be an hour or two at a time and i'd certainly be back in communication shortly. What timezone are you in? PST Have you worked in any shops before? If so, which ones and how long and what was your job? I have not yet worked for any shop in a supporting staff position. I have been around the B/C since 2004, so like many others I have attempted to create and run my own shop before. I briefly (6 months) tried to run a shop solo in the past (8 years ago, when I was 14 years old), though I quickly found that due to a lack of general interest and my school commitments at the time I was unable to do so. I was only allowed online on weekends, so generating interest was difficult for me to do. I had one active colorist and then there was me at the time, those I had wished to hire ended up going on hiatus shortly after, and my first event had little to no interest because my Halloween pets were rather... traditional or monochrome. Although I had greatly enjoyed setting up the shop front and outfitting the mule, I did not have the maturity or the dedication at the time to devote myself so fully to something that people seemed uninterested in (I had free games, raffles, puzzles, and an auction...) when school was eating me alive. I sold it for my purchase price to a willing and dedicated owner, and I think the shop is still around ( Conseil de Lanterne, as a matter of fact). My inspiration to try coloring pets of my own was in fact to some day work at Soquili, though I did not make it far in that respect using only my mouse and the Photoshop pen-tool. Family issues, college, and my personal life have caused many hiatuses (some unofficial or unannounced) over the years. Those issues combined with the carpal tunnel in my right wrist have left little time for pursuing that dream. As an adult, I have been perfectly happy to interact with our wonderful community and the friends I have made here, though I would love to help out in any way I can. Do you have any past shop references or individuals who can vouch for your professionalism and good behavior? Tirokio. heart My recent behavior in the shop could serve as an example, as well. As far as professionalism goes, that trait is more often displayed in my volunteer positions in the "real world", as on Gaia I tend to me more excited and excitable. I don't think I overstep any bounds, but I have done some *Flyingtackleglompleshnuggleluff*-ing in my days. Assistant Roleplay Manager Specific Information Do you like to read? Yes! I used to essentially consume books. I read through my entire public library, the library at my Aunt's house the summer I spent with her, and my primary expense (i.e. what i'd spend my birthday money on) was books. xd After my freshman year in college, I stopped reading to focus on my academics (I did get a 4.0 GPA freshman year, though my only 'break' was reading a book and I was obsessive about not just studying that year). I'd read only on breaks or as a reward. Now, I sometimes... post-stalk RPs here for fun. >.<;; *cough* Are you able to read a little bit every day, or at the very least a lot every week? Yes! Even if one day gets a little unexpectedly busy, I can always catch up at some point during the week. How well do you know soquili shop rules, particularly concerning the RP environment? I am familiar with the shop rules, though to be honest I did re-read them after this hiring event began to make sure that I am remembering them correctly. Including this in the interests of full disclosure, though it is not relevant to my understanding of the current RP environment and well-written-and-clarified rules with Guidebook. There was one event over the course of my involvement with the shop these past 7 years in which I did not understand or "pushed the boundaries" of the rules, and behaved in an inappropriate manner: (In 2008, when I was 17). I was confused about the whole "plot" thing and how we could claim something had happened when it hadn't been RPed through. I had an idea for a character that would require a traumatic childhood event, and wanted to play it through although I had received the mare as an adult and so she had no foal-stage. I think this may have pre-dated the OOC RP forum?, and any clear-cut rules about this. I reacted to a PM from staff after I had already made plans with other users poorly by posting what was essentially a whine in the main thread, and the negative reactions by people off-site that were brought to my attention by someone on that forum actually lead to a personal hiatus from gaia for a while. However, I am no longer that person (by which I mean I would not "rant" about a response from someone, especially a shop staff-person, who was only trying to be helpful), and after clarifications were made public and I had time to process them I completely understood. If more details are desired, I will provide them via PM; I figured that I may as well mention this since it was a negative occurrence even if it was 6 years ago and the reaction of a child. I'd never have behaved that way in "real life" even then, and it is wholly out-of-character for me now. It's a part of my past here, though I only remembered it when traveling down memory lane about my failed attempt at shop ownership and everything that has happened here over the years. When I returned after that hiatus, I was making a conscious effort to be only positive here, and leave any negativity out of the forums entirely. I'm now comfortable sharing both good and bad when appropriate, and I hope anyone reading this understands why I would state something like this openly. In your own words, what's the shop stance on soquili possessing magical powers? Certain breeds possess natural magical traits due to genetic mutation or mystical interference, though those "powers" may not be used or abused to the point of God-modding in RP. Those with powers are closely monitored to ensure that they do not overstep those bounds, just as RPs with non-magical characters are monitored to ensure that they follow basic shop rules. For example, the Angeni have a Power Application thread and all users interested in gaining abilities must post their application and have it carefully reviewed by staff before their powers are allowed to become cannon. So, "Specific magical powers are okay for certain breeds, but don't go crazy." xd In your own words, what's the shop stance on dark angeni or less vicious skinwalkers? A purely "Dark" Angeni or a wholly "less vicious" Skinwalker would be solid No-can-do. Any Angeni who are of a darker nature must have a believable positive aspect to their "dark Domain"- they can't be purely vicious or truly evil. For example, the Angeni of Bones can NOT be sadistic/brutal and/or enjoy murdering others to collect their bones, but they could potentially use their powers for the good of others by... fortifying bone strength (going out on a limb here xD). Less vicious skinwalkers could be achieved if their natural animal-form is not entirely blood-thirsty, or their personal character is more likely to attack verbally before physically... they obviously couldn't stop attacking because they'd formed some sort of emotional bond to their intended prey (emotional attachments are a no-no), but they could feasibly not react viciously because they were full and a little sleepy (and thus didn't need to hunt for food or pleasure). A "naturally" calm/collected/non-violent Skinwalker who never angered or got vicious would be... outside the realm of possibility. Why do you think you'd be a good fit as Soquili Staff? I'm currently writing this while my boyfriend plays his guitar. I've wanted to work here since I first got engrossed in the shop and realized that real people were actually operating this whole thing (I know... I was young), and though I have grown up a lot since then I have also come back time and time again for my characters here and the personal relationships I have formed. I've watched the shop go through multiple hands and management, and I can honestly say that although Felmino was an absolute saint things have never been better than under current management. I believe that this is due to the support system staff surely have, and the ability to share responsibilities to prevent anyone from being overwhelmed or help take the pressure off if they are. I'd love to be a part of it. Why do you think you'd be a good fit as an Assistant RP Manager? I would of course need some training, so an Assistant position would be a perfect avenue for that sort of apprenticeship. However, I would also genuinely enjoy helping someone else out. I am currently going through another transitional period in my life (college graduate WOO!, applying for graduate school in the coming years, seeking employment) it would be a way to ease myself into this dream while ensuring that I do not prematurely take on any more than I can handle while still being as useful as possible. If hired, I would expect a burst of energy and re-reading all the Soquili material I can, possibly accompanied by essentially stalking the appropriate forums for more work (stories to read), before settling into a more calm working routine. I may go through periods of reluctant muses or no time to write, but even then I still enjoy reading others' work. I feel that I would be a great fit for an assistant RP manager position because I would enjoy what I do, and yet be extremely careful and courteous when approaching any possible infringements. Will you communicate regularly with Uta concerning RP and Shop Lore, particularly when there are issues or questionable content? Yes! If I can't find the answer myself, i'd certainly ask for clarification, but I would also double-check any self-written explanations with her before coming to any firm conclusions. When it concerns the exceptions and "hazy areas" I may have the wrong instinct right off the bat, and would take no offense if I am corrected (For example, that Angeni of Bones example up there was me trying not to use a domain that already existed to avoid stepping on anyone's toes xD). The RP guides we have now are an excellent resource, though they can't replace speaking with their creators. Do you want to help world build with Uta, help judge RP events, and aid Uta in making the RP world fun? Ooo... yes! Oh goodness, that sounds so fun. I love idea-generating, and though I may get a little carried away with excitement I can be easily re-grounded or spun around and set off in a different direction.
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Posted: Fri Aug 29, 2014 3:32 pm
General Information Name: techabyte Position Trying For: Assistant RP Manager Do you have AIM? Yes If Not, would you be willing to get AIM? Have it. What's your availability like? Available every day for several hours a day; though the time varies, as I do have a full time job as well. If needed, Nyoko has my phone number and I can get on AIM on my phone or Tablet while at work. When is the best time to get a hold of you? Uhhhh. Varies? Anytime really; I can be on AIM on my phone if I need to be. What timezone are you in? Central Have you worked in any shops before? If so, which ones and how long and what was your job? n/a Do you have any past shop references or individuals who can vouch for your professionalism and good behavior? n/a
Assistant Roleplay Manager Specific Information Do you like to read? Yessss. Are you able to read a little bit every day, or at the very least a lot every week? Yup! I'll have at least a few hours a day to read. How well do you know soquili shop rules, particularly concerning the RP environment? I know them pretty well; and if I have ever had any questions/concerns, I've talked to Uta to try and learn more. In your own words, what's the shop stance on soquili possessing magical powers? It depends on the breed, and what you mean by magical powers. I know that Suti's ( depending on their bloodline ) can manipulate their element. But when it comes to like, telechanisis and teleportation and such, that is a no go. In your own words, what's the shop stance on dark angeni or less vicious skinwalkers? The world of Soquili has all sorts of personalities. Angeni are supposed to be very kind creatures, but there are some that have a different approach to their duties. Skinwalkers are vicious, but they could possibly be not so much as another one. They could like to manipulate the world around them instead of slaughtering them all. It just depends, every case is different! Why do you think you'd be a good fit as Soquili Staff? I get along with almost everyone around; I have a positive attitude and am understanding to everything around me. If someone needs help, I try to do so as soon as I can. I'm very organized and love to do lists and update things. Why do you think you'd be a good fit as an Assistant RP Manager? I love to read, and I know quite a bit about how the Soquili world works. If I don't, I have no fear/concern with asking Uta or Mind, to ensure I know what is going on and learning. Will you communicate regularly with Uta concerning RP and Shop Lore, particularly when there are issues or questionable content? Of course! Do you want to help world build with Uta, help judge RP events, and aid Uta in making the RP world fun? Yes sir I do!
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Posted: Fri Aug 29, 2014 4:26 pm
General Information Name: Miss Cherie Position Trying For: Assistant RP Manager Do you have AIM? Yes If Not, would you be willing to get AIM? N/A What's your availability like? I have some availability from 3 pm - 9 pm PDT, Monday - Thursday, and fairly flexible weekends, including Fridays. I am, however, in school at the moment, so there may be times during which I am more available than others. When is the best time to get a hold of you? During one of the aforementioned times, although 4 pm - 7 pm are your best bet during school days. What timezone are you in? PDT Have you worked in any shops before? If so, which ones and how long and what was your job? I worked at the Faekat Adoption Agency from approximately September 2006 - March 2009, and off-and-on besides. I primarily worked as a colorist there, but I did help out with some events. I also worked briefly at Dragonflight as a role-play manager. During my (short) tenure there, I assisted with running shop events, wrote hatchling personalities, approved profiles, and coordinated a Hatching event in the shop owner's absence, to name a few responsibilities. Do you have any past shop references or individuals who can vouch for your professionalism and good behavior? Meeki (Faekats), Regina Aelise (player at Dragonflight), Celeanor (general character reference), Spelldancer.
Assistant Roleplay Manager Specific Information Do you like to read? I have been reading almost my entire life, and I have had books read to me my entire life. In short, a resounding yes. Reading is one of my favorite pastimes. Are you able to read a little bit every day, or at the very least a lot every week? Absolutely. How well do you know soquili shop rules, particularly concerning the RP environment? I know the Soquili role-play environment very well. I have a particular focus on rules that relate to the RP environment. In your own words, what's the shop stance on soquili possessing magical powers? Is the Soquili in question visibly manifesting a power? Thee is a thread to get such powers approved. Otherwise, Soquili is a low magic setting, in the sense that breeds have their own unique abilities. Pure, domained angeni in particular manifest domain powers that could be interpreted as magical powers, but are limited to their domains, and are limited in scope. I could probably go through every breeds' powers, but ultimately it is not a high magic setting on the order of Lord of the Rings, or some other comparable fantasy environment. In your own words, what's the shop stance on dark angeni or less vicious skinwalkers? So, there's a lot of flexibility with how you portray darkness or evil. In the case of angeni, you could have a darker angeni without crossing the line over into pure evil (Shyam need not apply; he is not a domained angeni, to whom the "pure good" rules are applicable). In the case of mixed or undomained angeni, they are not bound by the same restraints that a domained angeni would be. Domained angeni cannot be evil, in the same way that skinwalkers cannot be good.
Skinwalkers, however, can manifest their evil in a myriad of ways. Some skinwalkers may superficially seem less vicious, but may have plots and plans that are wicked in nature. They may be misleading. They may be insane. They may be drawing you in, or seeking followers to fulfill their own agendas. In other words, one size does not fit all. One person's portrayal of evil need not be the same as another person's. However, all skinwalkers, no matter how outwardly vicious, are evil. Why do you think you'd be a good fit as Soquili Staff? I am a longtime member of the shop, and I feel that my background in writing and anthropology would be helpful to both maintaining a healthy role-play environment, and assisting in creative tasks. I love Soquili, and I want to give back to the community. Why do you think you'd be a good fit as an Assistant RP Manager? I'm a fast reader, I communicate well with people, and I am able to read with an eye for problem areas. I love world building, and enjoy the creative process generally. Will you communicate regularly with Uta concerning RP and Shop Lore, particularly when there are issues or questionable content? I do this on a regular basis, although it would probably be better if I were doing so in an official capacity, rather than frustrating her with questions that are sometimes difficult to answer. Do you want to help world build with Uta, help judge RP events, and aid Uta in making the RP world fun? Yes. Never not yes. Always yes. I have helped to judge role-play events in the past, and I loooooooooooove world building and bringing the fun!
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Posted: Fri Aug 29, 2014 8:17 pm
General Information Name: pippi18848 Position Trying For: Assistant RP Manager Do you have AIM? Yes If Not, would you be willing to get AIM? N/A What's your availability like? Depending on the day depends on the time frame I'm on, but I'm usually available anywhere between 2-5hrs a day or more on my days off from work. When is the best time to get a hold of you? Again it honestly depends on the day. Tues/Thus/Sat's is fairly easy to get a hold of me in the mornings. The rest of the week fluctuates but I'm completely willing to give my cell number for easy contact[aim app doesn't always work on my phone] What timezone are you in? EST Have you worked in any shops before? If so, which ones and how long and what was your job? I tried running my own shops. But running my own shop was way more complicated then simply working as a position in a shop which is a lot less stressful. Do you have any past shop references or individuals who can vouch for your professionalism and good behavior? Roniel
Assistant Roleplay Manager Specific Information Do you like to read? I absolutely love to read. <3 Are you able to read a little bit every day, or at the very least a lot every week? Yes I can! How well do you know soquili shop rules, particularly concerning the RP environment? I feel that I'm extremely familiar with the shop rules and those involving the RP environments. In your own words, what's the shop stance on soquili possessing magical powers? Domained Angeni's are allowed some magical powers that have to be approved ahead of time. They can't be all "HOMG GOING TO TAKE OVER THE WORLD AND BE ALL POWERFUL!". Unicorns have the ability to heal. Flutters can change their size. Some breeds can have magical powers or what appears to be magical powers. While others cannot. Again, I refer to my giant capital worded sentence above. In your own words, what's the shop stance on dark angeni or less vicious skinwalkers? Dark angeni's can plot and do "dark" things[read manipulative], but they can't go all out and be "evil". Skinwalkers don't necessarily have to be evil bloodthirsty killers. But, they can't go out and go performing charity work. Neva is one of my skinwalkers but she's more manipulative. She prefers getting into their heads, destroying their hopes, becoming part of their nightmares, perhaps even mangle or destroy wings, limbs, etc. But she doesn't full out kill them the first meeting she has with them. Why do you think you'd be a good fit as Soquili Staff? I've been with Soq since 2006, but lurked in the shop from the very first day it was created in the B/C. I get along with pretty much everyone, and even if I don't, I can be civil and keep it a professional. Why do you think you'd be a good fit as an Assistant RP Manager? I love reading, I love the shop lore, and I love seeing the various plots and ideas that people come up with for their various ponies. I would find it extremely enjoyable to do and would hardly think of it as a chore. Will you communicate regularly with Uta concerning RP and Shop Lore, particularly when there are issues or questionable content? Of course! Do you want to help world build with Uta, help judge RP events, and aid Uta in making the RP world fun? I would absolutely love to help out when possible! <3
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Posted: Fri Aug 29, 2014 9:36 pm
General Information Name: Nayci Position Trying For: Assistant RP Manager Do you have AIM? Yes (syear03) If Not, would you be willing to get AIM? N/A What's your availability like? Monday through Friday it would be after 4:30pm PST as I now work full time. Weekends are completely open unless stated otherwise which I would allow Uta to know about as soon as possible. When is the best time to get a hold of you? Any time really. Although I’m online normally after I get off work during the week. On the other hand I do check gaia periodically throughout the day when I’m on break. What timezone are you in? PST Have you worked in any shops before? If so, which ones and how long and what was your job? Shakaiyo – General Manager under Nephilim Queen (2009-2010) , General/RP Manager under Ktns (2010-2012), and then RP Manager/Certist under Akira-Kisho, Revel1984, and Caitlin Hellstorm(2012-2013 when it closed). Do you have any past shop references or individuals who can vouch for your professionalism and good behavior? Uta, Hanging Gallow, Amirynth, Revel1984, and Caitlin Hellstorm.
Assistant Roleplay Manager Specific Information Do you like to read? Yes! Are you able to read a little bit every day, or at the very least a lot every week? Absolutely! How well do you know soquili shop rules, particularly concerning the RP environment? Being in the shop for a long while there are certain breeds that must act a certain way (ie: Skinwalkers/Purewalkers, Angeni, etc.) Each breed in itself is unique, and to see people grow the world within the confines of shop canon is a lot of fun. Of course there are rules to follow and if they’re not followed, it’s the job of the manager/assistant manager to let the owner know that it’s not allowed and needs to be changed. In your own words, what's the shop stance on soquili possessing magical powers? Depends. Is it an Angeni? Pure 1st gen Angeni are allowed domains which could be considered “powers.” Pure Ulun’suti are allowed elemental “powers”. However, each is allowed those powers within limited parameters that must be okay’d by Uta herself. Regular soquili are normally not allowed powers except under certain circumstances. There are mutants allowed varying abilities but those soquili are also under limited parameters set by management. In your own words, what's the shop stance on dark angeni or less vicious skinwalkers? Angeni can never be truly dark as skinwalkers cannot be truly good. Skinwalkers are vicious beasts who don’t know love, compassion, etc. There are degrees of evil, but at the end of the day, evil rings true. The opposite goes for Angeni. Some can have darker personalities, but they can never actually be evil. They are designed originally to be the opposite of Skinwalkers, pure and true. Why do you think you'd be a good fit as Soquili Staff? I’ve been in the shop since 2009 and have wanted to work in the shop for a long time. I love the shop and I love the staff. I feel as if I would be a good fit as I care about giving a good experience to customers, newbie and regular, and want to give back to the shop after all they’ve given me in return. (Support and stress relief from RL.) Like any normal job in RL, I have experience dealing with all different types of customers and co-workers. It’s not just about yourself in a shop and/or in a job; it’s also about teamwork and the happiness that soquili pets bring to people. I feel like I can bring in not only my previous experience in the B/C, my creative writing skills in RL, but also my real life experience working with different people of all different backgrounds. Why do you think you'd be a good fit as an Assistant RP Manager? I’ve been writing and creating worlds since I was very small. From playing pretend as a child to writing novels and scripts with world building as an adult I’ve always found a creative outlet in writing. It’s a beautiful thing not only to create something new not just yourself can make, but also see the joy in someone’s face when they take that world and build on it too. I’ve always enjoyed the collaborative effect rping with someone has. You may think of one thing and your partner thinks of something just as awesome if not more and it’s like BOOM utter perfection in the form of words. Writing is my passion. I enjoy rping and world building. And I love it when things come together to create a new, possibly powerful experience to someone else. Will you communicate regularly with Uta concerning RP and Shop Lore, particularly when there are issues or questionable content? Yesh~ Do you want to help world build with Uta, help judge RP events, and aid Uta in making the RP world fun? YESYESYESYESYESYESYES!!!
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Posted: Tue Sep 02, 2014 9:41 pm
General Information Name: Celeanor Position Trying For: Assistant RP Manager Do you have AIM? Yes If Not, would you be willing to get AIM? N/A What's your availability like? Couple hours in the evenings When is the best time to get a hold of you? 9-11pm What timezone are you in? EST Have you worked in any shops before? If so, which ones and how long and what was your job? Independent Contractor with Soquili (long story) and colorist/rp person/eventual owner person for Sands of Pern for about four years. Do you have any past shop references or individuals who can vouch for your professionalism and good behavior? This feels weird but.... Uta! Also Cherie, Cihiru, Regina Aelise, Spelldancer, Tinnunculus, Tyia Clone ... I've got more if needed!
Assistant Roleplay Manager Specific Information Do you like to read? Avidly. Are you able to read a little bit every day, or at the very least a lot every week? Yep!
How well do you know soquili shop rules, particularly concerning the RP environment? Admittedly, I've been in and out of this shop since 2005 so my memory is a long one and I sometimes forget which rules have been updated. In general, however, I tend to stay informed and will continue to do so.
In your own words, what's the shop stance on soquili possessing magical powers? No bueno! Some species and special exceptions may possess elemental traits that influence their environment and individuals in their immediate vicinity, but I don't see love spells (or anything similar) being allowed. (Not real ones anyway! Full steam ahead for charlatans and herb witches!)
In your own words, what's the shop stance on dark angeni or less vicious skinwalkers? This issue is one I take very, very seriously. As nice as it may seem on the surface to have a wider spectrum of personality traits available for restricted breeds, the shop stance is a good one for game balance. As for the stance itself; 'dark angeni' are a no-go due to domained angeni roles as spiritual ambassadors for the Great Spirits. To have a dark angeni would nullify the role played by Skinwalkers; who are themselves the spiritual ambassadors (read: demonic hellspawn bringers of destruction and chaos) of the underworld. Ying and Yang, if you will. The two sides oppose each other, and balance each other. I think that is incredibly important to maintain.
As for the practical application of the stance, I believe each concept (angeni or skinwalker) is a case by case situation, with varying levels of 'flags' on certain traits. I.E. my own two purewalkers have two very different ways of expressing their evil, and they even work together, but this 'yellow flag' trait of long-term cooperation is mitigated by their reasons for doing so and how they deal with each other during that cooperative period.
Why do you think you'd be a good fit as Soquili Staff? Because I love junior mints, and obviously anyone who loves junior mints is a good person. But honestly? I have a good sense of humor and a ton of experience dealing with people at their best, their worst, and all points between.
Why do you think you'd be a good fit as an Assistant RP Manager? Not to toot my own horn... (ok, yes this is totally tooting my own horn!) but I really, really enjoy entertaining people and I've gotten pretty good at it over the years. There is always room for improvement - and frankly I function best as part of a creative team - but I really enjoy RP and introducing new people to the game as well as setting up situations for old and new players alike to explore and play with.
Will you communicate regularly with Uta concerning RP and Shop Lore, particularly when there are issues or questionable content? Absolutely not, who'd want to talk to Uta. Goodness. neutral In all seriousness, however, I require hierarchy and clear lines of communication to be effective at any job I do. This would be no different, and I would make every attempt to strike a balance between being independent enough to get stuff done while also double (and triple!) checking with Uta on the things that need more checking.
Do you want to help world build with Uta, help judge RP events, and aid Uta in making the RP world fun? Heck yeah!
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Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2014 7:58 am
General Information Name: Phail Ninja Position Trying For: Assistant RP Manager Do you have AIM? Yes (Username is phail_ninja) If Not, would you be willing to get AIM? -- What's your availability like? ] I'm online every day for a few hours at least, unless I'm going on holiday then during travel time I won't be able to get on. Starting a new course soon at university, but hours will at worst be 9-6, and will be able to get on before they start in the morning and afterwards. I also tend to check gaia on my phone at various times throughout the night xD I tend to be a bit of a night-owl so I can stay up late etc... till like 3AM some nights (and often do), I don't ever sleep till about 1AM. Weekends I'm free, and during the main holidays (christmas, easter and summer). ^.^ When is the best time to get a hold of you? Any time by PM, because I check gaia quickly throughout the day x3 AIM is reserved for when I'm on my computer, which will be in the evenings/late (but as I'm in the UK, this actually isn't very late for all you US people XD). I am also skype-able at any point throughout the day (and prefer it to AIM 'cause I use it all the time, whereas AIM I just use for gaia). What timezone are you in? UK time (varies between GMT and BST depending on the time of the year ^.^) Have you worked in any shops before? If so, which ones and how long and what was your job? I worked at The Race Track for slimycrow for a while as RP manager, was in charge of holding RP events and just trying to keep some RP going in the guild - but there were never a lot of RPers there so there wasn't that much to do. Also ended up co-owner of GSPCA after the original owners left, with Samiuki being the main owner. Tried to kick-start it back up, but Samiuki went MIA and it never really happened. Additionally, I also ran two of my own shops! 1. The Champuu Hut which was fairly successful, had a big starting event but ended up dying out due to a lack of interest. There I was a colourist, certist, shop owner & shop manager - I basically did everything except for RP manager and some of the colouring (because I hired other colourists too x3). 2. PHISH, which I owned fully as well x3 Had two guest colourists but the shop never took off - there was little/no interest in the opening event despite bumping/posting to try and get people's attention xP Ah well. In summary: The Racetrack - RP Manager - From 2009-2012ish (but the shop wasn't really working in the later years and there was never much RP) GSPCA - Co-owner/Manager - Not long, died because co-owner went MIA when original owners passed over the shop to us The Champuu Hut - Colourist/Certist/Owner/Manager - Roughly a year PHISH - Colourist/Certist/Owner/Manager - Shop never took off, a few months of actual work? Do you have any past shop references or individuals who can vouch for your professionalism and good behavior? Slimycrow knows me well ^.^ And I know CitrusCupcake, Mahogany Sunset and tefla from the thread quite well (I hope XD) who would hopefully be willing to say I have good behaviour x3 Assistant Roleplay Manager Specific Information Do you like to read? Very much <3 Got many bookshelves full, plus a stuffed kindle XD Are you able to read a little bit every day, or at the very least a lot every week? Both work for me. Like I said, I'm online every day anyway and I'd love to read through RPs etc... And if I lag a bit during the week I can do a bigger reading session on the weekend. How well do you know soquili shop rules, particularly concerning the RP environment? I think I know them fairly well. I've kept up to date with them because I really want to be involved in the shop (and I read a lot about skinwalkers and such when I entered mind's Bear x Bear basket contest; seeing as I got selected I think my knowledge of skinwalkers is pretty good xD). I would of course be ready to read over them again more extensively ^.^ In your own words, what's the shop stance on soquili possessing magical powers? Most soquili breeds have their own special breed traits, which are stronger in purebreeds. For example, my favourite is the semi-solid bubbles that seathi can blow xD But these range from the lighter bones that enable flight in Winds, to the sickness-inducing magic of kalonas, to human-shape-shifting in first generation angeni and more. Ulun'suti are more complicated - in that they have elements and if the elements are cross-bred, the powers in the offspring are severely weakened. If bred with a non-suti, the powers are almost nonexistant. That should obviously be watched for in RPs ^.^ Additionally, if a Soq has any obvious powers on their cert then they are granted that as a unique power. For example, breathing fire, or having a talking head in their mane or having their feet be made of fire or whatever. These are often small things and don't have too much of an effect. Then, some Soq have pre-approved powers that are not obvious on a cert. For example, if I remember correctly, there is one Soq (I believe it was Jericho) who could control tides under certain conditions. Then on top of that, you get domained angeni who have pre-approved powers as well unique to each domain x3 So, while there is no real "magic" in the sense of Harry Potter style wave-a-wand and boom there you go, there are a lot of magical powers that some Soquili have been blessed with. In your own words, what's the shop stance on dark angeni or less vicious skinwalkers? Both of these are fine - but they have to be right according to the applicable angeni/skinwalker rules. Angeni are fundamentally good, they are polar opposites of skinwalkers. They cannot be evil, all their intentions are for the better. At the very worst, they can be neutral on the good-bad scale, but never evil. Yes, they can have dark domains such as death or poison, but they would never use these powers to intentionally hurt someone. For example, the angeni of death's powers are mostly to do with resurrection from what I remember, with helping people move on/giving them peace. Yes, they can have darker or sadder personalities, but can never be bad. Skinwalkers, on the other hand, are not just OMG I AM EVIL KILL EVERYTHING - which is a common misconception. They are intelligent, they have feelings and emotions - just not the full spectrum. They don't feel love, it is a weak emotion. They won't feel pity. They are "survival of the fittest" in a nutshell. Each action is selfish, and ultimately only good for them. They don't give a frack about how many people they hurt so long as they profit. Yes, some are brutal murderers who get a kick out of slaughtering and are basically beasts. But not all. I point out Mindsend's Bear, who actually "saves" soquili from traps and befriends them. He looks after them for a while, and then ultimately eats them after fattening them up. So, while skinwalkers are evil and selfish, they can act good and they are normal soquili. They have the same needs as everyone else, and there is a scale of how evil they are. Some don't even like killing that much, they lurk around by themselves and eat whatever prey they come across. Some are intelligent and set traps. Some are outright sadists. Some can act like a giggling love-struck mare to lure in pretty stallions, but deep down they are not. They are evil and dark to the core, and that has to be maintained, but yes, there is a scale. Why do you think you'd be a good fit as Soquili Staff? Honestly, I love this shop. I just want to see it do well. It's a home to so many people, myself included, and if I can do anything on gaia, I want to see this place thrive. I'm good at managerial positions, I know how to do the grunt work - the making owner's lists, the trawling through data, the setting up threads etc... In fact, I enjoy it. That's why I dug through all those teepees for Faid's cosplay thread and found hundreds of ponies, that's why I recently started working on my own family echo to replace the old one (which I wanted to PM to mind to see if she wanted to link it on the front page or something). I'm good at it and I love it. On top of it, this thread is my home. I know the people, they're my friends. I love them all and want to help them. I'm kind, and patient, and will work to resolve any situations without name-calling or ever rising to abusive PMs. I try to stay calm and explain things calmly, which is exactly the type of person you want after all that drama in the shop's past XD Why do you think you'd be a good fit as an Assistant RP Manager? I've always enjoyed RPing, even before I came to the B/C community. I used to join warriors RP guilds and post every single day multiple times. It was a blast. I love writing, I love reading other people's writing, and I'd love to be able to help other people with their RPing. I know Uta, I really like her, and would love to work for her. An assistant position would be perfect, I will be able to help the shop and learn how to handle my responsibilities from someone who's being doing it a long time - and I assume there will be a steep learning curve as I figure out exactly what I have to do. I'm dedicated, and love this place. I really want to help out and think I would make an epic kick-a** RP manager xD Will you communicate regularly with Uta concerning RP and Shop Lore, particularly when there are issues or questionable content? Of course, how could I manage without her? <3 It's always good to have someone to get a second opinion on something, especially if you're unsure about a particular case. Do you want to help world build with Uta, help judge RP events, and aid Uta in making the RP world fun? YES YES AND YES <3 Absolutely!
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Posted: Fri Sep 19, 2014 8:58 pm
General Information Name: Nyx Queen of Darkness Position Trying For: Assistant RP Manager Do you have AIM? Yes If Not, would you be willing to get AIM? Yes What's your availability like? It's essentially wide open. I am almost completely flexible When is the best time to get a hold of you? 6pm-3AM EST I'm almost always on, though it does vary. What timezone are you in? EST Have you worked in any shops before? If so, which ones and how long and what was your job? I have. I maintained and owner's list for a shop about...four or five years ago. I don't recall the name, but I'm not sure it matters as the owner left gaia and the shop has been closed longer than I can remember.
I also helped with world creation in Darkmoon Dancer's Phantasm of Eons. However, DD is on an indefinite hiatus and the shop was only open briefly before it closed. Do you have any past shop references or individuals who can vouch for your professionalism and good behavior? Because of the reasons listed above, I don't really have shop references. However, I do have personal references who are willing to vouche for me.
At h e a r t Mahogany Sunset RockerWolfie1616 Thalea Bardess Ookami
Assistant Roleplay Manager Specific Information Do you like to read? I love to read. I'm always reading. Are you able to read a little bit every day, or at the very least a lot every week? Yes, very much so. I would be able to read daily for the most part with a few exceptions. How well do you know soquili shop rules, particularly concerning the RP environment? I know them rather well and when I don't I look them up or ask Uta. I'd rather confirm that something is correct than proceed assuming it'll just be fine. I like to avoid problems. In your own words, what's the shop stance on soquili possessing magical powers? For the most parts, "magic" isn't in soquili. There are breed specific traits that are magical (IE unicorn healing, Angeni's light, etc). There are some rare exceptions in the case of breeds, auction pets, or event pets However these are listed and must be approved to be functional.
For the most part, Soquili is a low-magic setting. In your own words, what's the shop stance on dark angeni or less vicious skinwalkers?
No Angeni can be completely evil. They can, of course, be darker in nature but never completely or mostly evil. Angeni are by nature and breed the epitome of good.
Skinwalkers may be less vicious, in that they use more finesse than raw power. However all skinwalkers are pyschopaths. They feel no remorse or love. They only work together when it suits them. They are irredeemable, peroid. Why do you think you'd be a good fit as Soquili Staff? I am for the most part even tempered and I like to please people. I try to be as kind and understanding as possible. I have managed a large group of writers and taught a K-5 class as a Senior in highschool until a substitute could be called in. Both of those things require patience and understanding.
I have no desire to swap jobs or gain a colouring job. This job or the other two I applied for are the jobs I want and not a "foot in the door".
Why do you think you'd be a good fit as an Assistant RP Manager? I LOVE to read and I love world building. To be able to help with that and possibly influence the world would be amazing. Will you communicate regularly with Uta concerning RP and Shop Lore, particularly when there are issues or questionable content?
Yes, I will.
In fact, I pretty much do now. If in doubt, check with Uta. Do you want to help world build with Uta, help judge RP events, and aid Uta in making the RP world fun?[/b
Yes, it would be a dream come true.
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