Open discussion: Rampage threads need help.

[Asim Bakari]

So, I don't think this is something that comes as a big shock to people, but we need to have a talk about rampage threads and the big issue with them. It seems as if no one is responding to try and stop the hollows from rampaging. I have currently done two rampage threads and I've had to personally ooc seek out people to try and stop my hollow. I also see this happening with other rampage threads. I personally hate the fact that  such a cool concept like this is essentially going to be ignored by most and used by hollows to level up fast. My personal thought is that the biggest issue most have with this sort of thread is the fact that it's DP. This will instantly stop a majority of characters from entering in to try and stop a hollow that they don't know that they can win against. So most won't be actually excited in going against a hollow with the chance that their character will be hurt permanently. Personally I think that something needs to be done in order to make rampage threads more appealing to other rper's in order to stop hollows.

 The biggest thing I could see would be to remove the DP requirements from rampages, this would allow anyone to throw in their character without fear of permanent damage.  My other idea which could be implemented along side removing the DP would be to offer a larger reward to someone who stops a hollow from going on the rampage. It could be ryo, raw TP or even a custom item unique to the user. The last one I don't see being a thing given that it would be too much of a hassle to deal with, however getting extra ryo or raw tp based on the class of the hollow could entice people enough to risk their character to enter a rampage thread, because that's what this boils down to people risking their character in a thread.  Mind  you this is coming from me a hollow rper wanting rampage threads to be more inviting for others to jump into. I would love to hear what other people think about this.

[Kazura Uzaki]

Ryo makes sense to me, seeing as you would be rewarded financially if you were a Shinigami or Merc and could be paid by your organization for other factions. So yeah, makes logical sense. And I can see how it would be difficult to find participants with the DP. I'm in favor of giving the option for NDE or DP.

[Tsajara Dread]

Frankly speaking. Any sensible hollow would take their behinds and have their rampage at low class. Anything that had the capability to jump in would be low class. And at low class hollows rule. Shinigami dont have very strong options and hollows can have a considerable chunk of their abilities at that level if they planned properly.

the thing is that shinigami at low class (in my opinion) need several allies to think about taking on a hollow. At least one.
But the hard part is GETTING people to wanna fight into a rampage. And typically that means a newish player. I dunno about anyone else but pvp is a little nerve wracking. It typically seems to be something that happens at higher levels.

I think that honestly shinigami LEADERS need to be a part of it. For one:
Spars. Even if its a downhill fight, new players need pvp experience in an emvironment they feel kinda safe in. Because if their captain doesnt give a damn, or rather doesnt know about what they do, whats the point? Sure they ward off a hollow, but its a bit of a menial accomplishment currently. At least from my own experience, the captains are functioning in war time. A lot of threads are big battles, sneaky meetings, investigations into masked men. Meetings with the enemy.
Who is teaching our new shini?
I personally think that if there was a bit more interaction between higher ranks and newer members, they would be more inclined to go out and wanna take down hollows. And I would love to see something lile maybe a mentor system. Upper officers who take up lower ranked shinigami and help them along. And if their pupil accomplishes things, like say gets some cash from centro 46.
That way not only are we getting participants in rampage threads, but participants who are both icly and oocly prepared for this sort of thing.

[Kazura Uzaki]

I think that what you're saying is important, but as staff we can't enforce that. "We command you to RP with your subordinates" That just doesn't sit well with people. So while it's a helpful suggestion, Tv, I don't see how it helps the underlying situation of people not participating in Rampage threads.

[Aramis Tezuka]

Kaen is more than happy to work with his subordinates It's just that Squad 7 hasn't had fresh blood in awhile.

I'd also be happy to join in Rampage threads, but the majority of the characters I'd have join, I fear would make it a very short lived affair, if someone like Kaen went to stop a rampage.

[Tsajara Dread]

Hollows can always group up ara. Honestly I can drop jyuria in to support Asim against kaen. Or dread for that matter as he is a subordinate of hers.
Butyea hmmm. I wouldn't mind offering support for either side as I have shini and hollow characters.
I know one or two people with chars who might assist in these kinds of endeavors I can ask to see if people would be willing to help with thos sortof thing?

[Aramis Tezuka]

Kaen vs a group of Class 4 and under Hollows? Like I said, I'm willing to try it, but it might not go particularly well.

In any case if there's a rampage thread, I'm more than happy to join in.

[Tsajara Dread]

Actually, Dread/Nira are class 2. But yea, it could be fun. If we're really serious about this we can start up a PM with you me and faust and discuss to see if he's down with it.