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Writing Resources

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Help shall be given!
Venia Silente, Sep 2020: It's a good thing to see all these additions. Frankly, it's time this thread is overhauled rehauled, and having an influx of new tools is a major welcome. So far we seem to be covering enough areas - from writing processors to writing and planning...
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One tip a day, keeps writer's block away!

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Mimicking Mimikyu, Nov 18: Only write when you want to. Don't try to force it.
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Do you like reviewing stories?

Astinus, Nov 2013: The Writer's Lounge has a rule against posting in threads that are over a month old. Check the date of the last post in a thread before responding. Double-check the rules of a section to see their rules on bumping old threads.
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Started by Volcanix769

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Another Pokemon Story?

Volcanix769, Dec 2012: I'll try to think of that, looking through other stories in terms of inspiration.
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Pokemorphs?

Rissa_Napier23, Dec 2012: I've never found anything to be truly wrong with Pokemorphs (A fic I'm currently working on has the idea that legendary Pokèmon are able to transform into humans, even though it's not outright, upfront, or obvious, only hinted at, or even used more...
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Started by Lucariotoes

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1st Person POV in an OT fic?

Rissa_Napier23, Jan 2013: Oh, wow! That's actually amazing advice. ^^ I'm a fan of 3rd person as well, and the only time I've ever truly considered 1st person is for a dream sequence. I was toying around with the idea for this Fic though for practice, but so far, 3rd person...
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Can I make up a new item that reverses evolution for my fanfic?

InkFrog, Dec 2012: Sure go ahead! Just make sure it fits within the rest of the tone of the story, and that you don't abuse it too much to solve everything ever, or pull it out of nowhere with no explanation part of the way through the fic. It'll be just fine if you...
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Started by Chaririley

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Fic of the Month: December '12 Nominations

Astinus, Jan 2013: Just a reminder that there's currently less than a week to get your nominations in, and we only have one nomination. Okay, two. Nominating Giovanni Destroys the World and Everything in It
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Started by bobandbill

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State of the Forum January 2013

Astinus, Jan 2013: And if there is much abuse, I'm sure that we can take care of it. I'm going to have to think (and discuss!) the review system. Maybe that can be another discussion thread to join our discussion thread on discussion threads. That way, we can find...
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Started by Astinus

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Review Discussion

Volcanix769, Jan 2013: I don't write long reviews, but I only do it in punctuation and theme of the story. I only like the reviews where it seems not very strict and not kind of rude(blunt, I am sort of OK with), but I don't get that much reviews where it says of my...
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Started by bobandbill

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First Person with Second Person; ideas on my story?

Astinus, Jan 2013: Maybe for the back story, that since you're having one character write to the other, have them mention what you want the readers to know to each other. Like "Hey, remember when you and I did this?" It's better than info-dumping or having long...
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Started by Volcanix769

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A Discussion Thread on Discussion Threads

EvilSkittles, Jan 2013: I have a bad habit of popping in for a few days and then disappearing for a while. A game or something of the sort would give someone like me an extra incentive to keep checking back in. Basically anything that would hook people in, I think would be...
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Started by Astinus

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Kink Meme

EvilSkittles, Jan 2013: Got sucked back into the StarTrek meme for a while, that meme is so massive you can get lost for days. I'm having a minor problem, I claimed a prompt in the Hobbit meme and forgot to click anon. Now I'm struck with writer anxiety.
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Fic of the Month: December '12: Voting

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Astinus, Feb 2013: And icomeanon6 wins FFotM by three votes. Let me know if there's a summary you want to put with your fic in the FFotM archives thread. Nominations post for January will be up in a bit.
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Started by Astinus

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Pokémon GX

Nolafus, Feb 2014: I'm sorry, but you're not allowed to bump threads once they are over a month old. I understand that you're simply giving an update on your progress for your ideas, but when the thread is this old, you're better off just making a new one. If you're...
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Fanfiction of the Month: January 2013: Nominations

Astinus, Feb 2013: Since there weren't any nominations, the voting thread will be updated with a few of fics that I felt should have been nominated. Thread will be up by the 18th, and the voting process will proceed as normal from that point.
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Started by Astinus

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Why does Prof. Tree assume three trainers won't pic the same Pokémon?

RedWing, Feb 2013: Meh, to me, the idea of a Trainer's first Pokemon giving it a little bit of trouble is a more interesting route. Then again, I'm a bit of a sadist and enjoy having my characters deal with troubles very early on in their adventures.
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Started by bigtukker

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A Modest Proposal

Cutlerine, Feb 2013: I thought it would, yeah. If anyone else has any thoughts to offer, I'd be interested in hearing them... Otherwise, I'll just set the story thread up some point in the next few days and see what happens. EDIT: On Astinus' recommendation, I've set...
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Started by Cutlerine

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Fanfiction of the Month: January 2013 Voting

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Astinus, Jul 2013: Best place to start would be to review the rules of this section. Don't post in threads that are over a month old. It's against the rules and will get you in trouble if you keep doing it. Second place to start would be reviewing other people's...
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Started by Astinus

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Subtle Character Development

Khawill, Feb 2013: Hemingway is very keen on subtle character development, especially in his short stories. I myself also enjoy writing characters based on their habits and such. I write primarily in the RP corner though so my characters are (required to be)...
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Started by matt0044

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Reviewing Challenge - March 2013

Eeveelution Co-ordinator, Mar 2013: Let's review our review methods! To review, one must be able to connect with the topic on a personal level. For example, let's say it was a review on your favourite sporting moment in the past month, well my BAD REVIEWING SIDE would hunt down an...
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Started by Astinus

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I need a unique fighting style for my character

RedWing, Mar 2013: It depends on the character's personality, really. Diversity is always good, and from your list I can see that any battles you write up will be very diverse indeed. However, you seem to be focusing more on each individual's strategic points...
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Writing Game Thread Ideas

StinkomanFan, Mar 2013: Oh thank god, for a second I was hesitant my thread would be kicked out for taking Cutlerine's idea. Personally, I have lots of ideas anyone can use. I mean, there could be one about being trapped on a desert isle Ala Leisure Suit Larry 2, one...
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fic soundtracks?

Kung Fu Ferret, Mar 2013: For a fic I am working on at PE2K, "The Rocket Wars", one theme suits Eric Damon, the male protagonist, perfectly: Terra's theme from Kingdom Hearts Birth By Sleep. Here's a remix I recently made of it and uploaded to the Audio section on...
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Started by Kung Fu Ferret

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Share your writing!

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Venia Silente, Dec 2020: It's been a while since I had the energy to properly write, but now I seem to be back for the better. Here's an excerpt from the upcoming chapter of Sabres in the Sandstone:
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Started by Astinus

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What makes you keep reading?

Daenerys, May 2013: Thank you for all your answers, I've really gotten some nice tips! This is very wise. I struggle to maintain this balance when writing anything fictional.
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Started by moon

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CYOA: Signup thread

bobandbill, Apr 2013: That's alright...? Because you didn't put your name to write the next part anyway. =p (It's not a 'sign up to always contribute here' deal, it's 'sign up for each time you want to contribute'). On that note - join in people please! (Again). ...
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Started by bobandbill

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What Pokemon would you associated with a thief?

Astinus, Nov 2013: The Writer's Lounge has a rule against posting in threads that are over a month old. Check the date of the last post in a thread before responding. Double-check the rules of a section to see their rules on bumping old threads.
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Started by CharizardIsADragon

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Can all Grass-Type Pokemon control plants?

Astinus, Jun 2013: DarkMoonPhase, just as a reminder, don't post in threads that are over a month old. Check the date of the last post in a thread to see how old it is. Feel free to ask me any further questions if need be. As for this thread, it's now closed.
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Started by CharizardIsADragon

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What pokemon could fight using the weather?

Astinus, Nov 2013: The Writer's Lounge has a rule against posting in threads that are over a month old. Check the date of the last post in a thread before responding. Double-check the rules of a section to see their rules on bumping old threads.
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Pokemon P&P RPG

Åzurε, Apr 2013: very much incomplete... Jobs: Ace Trainer: A Trainer with a particularly intense bond with one of his Pokemon. Upon becoming an Ace Trainer, the player is to pick a single Pokemon they already own. This is considered the player's partner...
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Started by Åzurε

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help please

bobandbill, Apr 2013: You should try out the Emulation's ROM Hacking section - this is for story writing and is not the right place to ask/ready up on tutorials. Please look around a bit first. Closed.
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Started by AshKetchumisnumber1

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Character focus help

The Amazing Justin, May 2013: The sideplot of the first two eps (The pilot) is to have the main bully, whom shows up here and there try to get kids to make fun of the two new friends. However, he begins to lose followers when they start to realize the two aren't doing anything...
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Started by The Amazing Justin

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Liking in place of reviews?

Astinus, May 2013: Now that there's more of a visual, I'm even more intrigued by this. So long as it's easy to moderate, I wouldn't mind seeing it implemented. Personally, I love the way Dreamwidth/LiveJournal have their comment sections set up. Seeing it here would...
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Started by Astinus

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Chapter Length?

Knightfall, Jun 2013: Like the Cutlerine and Phantom said before me: the chapter needs to be what's comfortable for you to accomplish. Whatever it takes for you to feel like you moved the plot and/or character development far enough. Length doesn't have much to do...
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Started by Cooljoshua567

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Help with writing fanfiction.

Astinus, Jul 2013: I glanced over your story, and noticed that you tend to rush things along. To start with, your main character just heads outside in the middle of the night. Why? Did he hear a noise? Did Riolu perhaps call out for help and Adraer was the only one...
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Started by Patrick Symus

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Where do you get your inspiration for your fan fiction?

Kung Fu Ferret, Jul 2013: Also.. On Pokemon elite 2000, my fic The Rocket Wars has a lot of my anger put into it, explaining why the protagonist uses his Pokemon to kill members of Team Rocket. Also, it will have a hint of the Star Wars Original Trilogy, and aspects of all...
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Started by Kung Fu Ferret

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A question...

Crystalanachrony, Jul 2013: I have not personally written any stories like that, no, but I have seen very many that have gone the same way. I really don't think anyone cares if an imaginary Pokémon quota is filled or not, so long as it's a good story.
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Started by jov0006

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Titles

Daenerys, Jul 2013: Since it's been quite a while since I wrote fanfiction, I can't provide any title examples for that here. But forum roleplays are similar in a way, in that the story is often planned beforehand so that a fitting title can be given. Some titles I've...
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Started by Astinus

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How to show Pokemon's emotions?

Venia Silente, Jul 2013: As it has been said above, it partly depends on what kind of Pokémon you want to show the emotions of. Besides looking into the animals they are based off, there are some other ways you can show certain emotions, or levels of, depending on your...
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Started by Chaririley

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Unknown Title: Comments and stuff.

Astinus, Jul 2013: All comments for your story go in the story's thread. You don't get a special thread for your story's comments. That's just the way things are here. Since this thread isn't needed, it's closed.
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Started by TheCartographer

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I have a few Questions.

Crystalanachrony, Jul 2013: There are plenty of ways to do that. For example, in a book series called Animorphs, the main characters could transform into animals and talk to each other telepathically. The author showed which messages were 'translated' from the telepathic...
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Started by Lamp

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Is it ever okay to "spell it out?"

matt0044, Jul 2013: Yeah, can't please everyone.
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Started by matt0044

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Handling Foreshadowing

Thergox, Jul 2013: Foreshadowing requires a lot of organization. First you need to understand what you are going for in the first place -- what is it that's so big that I want to conk over the reader's head? Then take that main thing apart: What are the objects or...
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Started by matt0044

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How to handle story pacing?

Ray Maverick, Aug 2013: Things in the story have to escalate at a reasonable pace. You have to prepare the writers for what's coming, and you can't do that with chit chat and character development, otherwise sudden development in the story might be baffling and have a...
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Started by matt0044

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Hardboiled Pokémon [Need criticism]

Peachi3xx, Jul 2013: Hey everyone~ I've been working of sorts on a Pokémon roleplay lore set in the 1950s. If you've ever watched an old gangster film or crime film, then please give some criticism. I'm really trying to work out a good pace for it. I believe I lack...
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Started by Peachi3xx

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Multiple forums.

Peachi3xx, Jul 2013: Thanks for the quick responses guys. I think I understand a lot more and appreciate the pass down of knowledge.
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Started by Crystalanachrony

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Concerning Multiple POVs

CGilgam, Aug 2013: Hmm. I haven't really thought of it from an episodic perspective, as odd as that may seem. I think that's a great way of looking at it. And it keeps me from trying to cram in every character every chapter, like I've been doing.
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Started by CGilgam

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The best and worst ways to advertise your fic!

Nolafus, Aug 2013: You would be correct Ray, The worst thing I have seen on this forum is the over-sized banner, but that was soon fixed. The most common is the PM to users asking them to review your fic. It's not an issue here, but I felt like it was a good idea to...
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Started by Nolafus

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We'll interview your character

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Geras, Nov 2013: Last interview ages ago didn't go so well, so I'll try again. What is your full name? Anselme. Hold on, full name? Dammit, why the hell am I even doing this... Anselme Gwenaël Ducreux. When and where were you born? Twenty-seven long years...
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Started by Ray Maverick

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How To Write a (constructive) Review

Nolafus, Aug 2013: Point taken, and added. Let me know if anything else crosses your mind.
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Started by Nolafus

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Determine My Gym Leaders' Pokémon

Astinus, Nov 2013: The Writer's Lounge has a rule against posting in threads that are over a month old. Check the date of the last post in a thread before responding. Double-check the rules of a section to see their rules on bumping old threads.
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