City of Arabel's Core Values
Building on from Strife’s announcement outlining Arabels new Team Structure, we felt it important to establish a fresh, clear vision for the server. The following values are those that the DM Team have collectively embraced and are committed to upholding.
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Roleplay first, player driven storytelling.
Roleplay has always been at the heart of the server and this will continue to be the primary focus of Arabel. We are dedicated to empowering players to shape the narrative, with their actions (or lack of) having a direct impact on the setting. Our goal is to reward and promote roleplay as the main focus of the server. -
DM plots.
DM plots provide the base for impactful, game-changing actions. We are focused on maintaining an active, dedicated DM team to deliver regular plots that characters can respond to and pursue. Plots will cover a wide range of themes, lengths, and stakes, catering to diverse player interests and preferences. We’ll embrace both high fantasy and grounded realism. -
A responsive gameworld.
We recognise the importance of having the gameworld feel alive and responsive. We are committed to having the environment and its NPCs respond to player actions, for better or worse, reinforcing the idea that every decision has consequences. Prominent factions, everyday citizens and the physical city itself will react to major decisions that affect their lives. -
Balance that enriches the player experience.
Balance is key to maintaining a fair and enjoyable experience for all players. We aim to create an environment where plot challenges and rewards align to enrich player experience. Our priority is to create challenges that are achievable yet meaningful. -
Full PvP Server.
We embrace conflict as a vehicle for character development and storytelling and we encourage players to approach it with creativity and respect. PvP should enrich the story rather than merely define winners and losers. This isn’t to say that PvP cannot be fatal, as it also has its place in service to a story. -
Approach to Fantasy.
Arabel should feel like the heart of the world, with meaningful and impactful events taking place there. We will explore the farthest reaches of fantasy to deliver exciting plotlines for characters to engage with. However, we are mindful that significant threats should retain their gravity and not become routine. As such, they will be handled with care to preserve their impact. -
DM Accountability.
We aim to be approachable and accountable to our players at all times. Our goal is for every player to feel comfortable reaching out to any DM on any topic, knowing they’ll be heard. Additionally, we promise to be transparent and open about our intentions and actions for the server.
These final two points are perhaps the most important and sincere, so please consider them carefully and put them into practice.
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Mutual respect and positive community engagement.
Respect is the foundation of Arabel's community. We expect all players to treat each other with courtesy and consideration, both in-game and out-of-character. Together, we create a space where every player can feel safe and valued. -
Fair play and collaborative spirit.
We are committed to creating an environment where fair play is key, and collaboration is celebrated. Players are encouraged to work together to build memorable stories, whether they are allies or adversaries. Fairness in PvP, DM rulings, and our stories helps build a community based on trust.
Thank you,
The City of Arabel Team.
