06. LOGISTICS

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There are many logistics within CYE, many of which seem difficult to grasp until they happen. As a whole the site has a very interesting game play with multiple ideas in play at once. Every single action will be not only explained but outcomes will also be outlined. We have a couple mechanisms such as 'the powers that be', quests and our original statistic system. If a member or guest ever has a question feel more than welcome to send a message to a staff member (preferably your assigned staff member if you are accepted) or just give us a shout in the CBOX.

The PTB are an in game mechanism that not only determines outcomes of situations but also presents opportunities for characters. From things such as event threads to quest threads almost every primary thread will have PTB interaction. A rather diverse concept as this mechanism may post an event thread playing multiple things at once such as a waster or NPC characters. Any stat check will be performed by PTB, outlining not only what is required and what is present but also providing an appropriate outcome. As a whole the PTB control many in game outcomes using not only the statistic system but also uses decisions made by characters and responding to said decisions but also presents characters in situations of action and plot advancement. Members are encouraged to work around and with the PTB, although what is written is law any loopholes are more than welcome to be taken advantage of; for example if the Powers state a portal has opened to allow a waster to get away it does not mean your character can not jump into the portal before it closes.

An additional note, PTB also control outcomes of abilities and battle outcomes. Using a characters Battle Rank a random number generator may be used to determine a 'winner' of a given situation. Just because one side wins does not mean death, it could simply mean by losing, your character did not complete their task and must retreat for example. When it comes to abilities not only do some NPC's have abilities of their own members may choose when to use certain abilities and how they are using them. The POW statistic is to give members an idea of how powerful an ability is when comparing to their RES stat. These outcomes are sometimes up to the member to demonstrate while other times it is up to the PTB. Sometimes attacks use DEX and SPD stats to be compared and a number to be chosen while other times it is up to a specific character to determine the outcome of an attack. As a rule of thumb, never assume that PTB will post, continue onward and be realistic.

Occasionally an event will be posted, usually specific for a given plot reason or a character driven plot. Most events are uncovered after the successful completion of a quest. PTB will post an initial post, not only will requirements be posted in order to join but also some form of situational rundown. Requirements usually contain what kind of characters may join i.e. characters with a BR of X or a certain allegiance. As a whole, characters who are present are there for a reason given the nature of the site. If a group of bandits attacks a train the event may be rather open v.s. an event in which a certain building goes under lockdown due to a potential threat. Characters MUST have a reason to be in a given situation. Also within the requirements will certain numbers characters must choose from to determine situational circumstances, this being said sometimes circumstances will be posted and no one is sure who has what and other times circumstances will be hidden and no one is sure of what everyone has been given.

Quests are posted within the 'PUBLICATION' board. There are a number of quests posted, each with their own requirements and rewards. Some quests contain valuable plot driven rewards while other help in character development. If a character wishes to make their own quest, consulting their appointed staff member is required first. Please note each quest requires characters to perform a given task, some escort individuals into the Void while others are tasked in stealing a certain object from a location. Quests are diverse and every one is different. Upon the requirements there is a BR threshold as well as a recommended number of characters. In order for a quest to start the Battle Rank threshold must meet or exceed the one posted. It is up to members to follow the recommended number of characters, a quest requiring 3 characters may be taken by 2 or 4 characters. Number of characters MUST be between 1 above or below. In order for a quest to start, one character must start the thread and send a message to PTB. Just another note, characters are advised to plan before heading off into a quest, creating a thread is ideal as staff members may give advise on how to execute said quest as well as point members in the right direction. Sometimes a staff member will start a planning thread for members while other times it is up to members.

As a whole the site does not have any particular ongoing plot but instead an overall theme. There are multiple side plots that characters may discover by completing quests or asking the right kinda of questions in character. Whenever enough information is gathered, a post will be made on the PROCLAMATION board. This will be done either IC or OOC. Sometimes there isn't enough information to truly push a side plot while other times events or new quests may be revealed. As a whole these side plots are member driven and members are encouraged to do with them what they like. From trying to finish a certain plot due to personal or character interest or even simply because you want cool events or quests. Please note, not every post within the PROCLAMATION board is a side plot announcement!

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