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Rules: FAQ, Rules & Guidelines (Please read if you want to make a region)

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    [PokeCommunity.com] FAQ, Rules & Guidelines (Please read if you want to make a region)


    The World of PokéCommunity

    Welcome to The World of PokéCommunity, the land where you can let your imagination run wild. Tired of navigating through Rock Tunnel for the 50th time? Wish your starters could be something more interesting than the standard trio? Still spending your nights weeping over the ever-desired Dark-type gym? Look no further weary traveller, you're home. We're calling all artisans, pokéfans and daydreamers to come and share with us your home in the Pokémon world. The aim of this section is to create our very own Pokécommunity Pokémon world where each member can contribute their own regions and ideas to really make this into something special. If you've ever imagined your own Pokémon world or you're itching to try then it's time for you to tell us all about it and take the reigns of your own Pokémon region. It's time to bring together all of PC's creative minds and make something wonderful.

    How do I take part? (Forming a Region)

    Simple - just think up your own Pokémon region and post it here for everyone to see! This is your own region so you can create it in any way you'd like as long as you include a few basics, and you can focus in on any aspects of the region that you find appealing. Read on to learn more:
    • Write up a thread including your region's name, a general description of the region, and some basic information about the Pokémon within.
    • Add some depth if you want to - if you're a lore fanatic then feel free to develop the history of your region's key events and founding, if you're an artist then go crazy with the characters and scenes you'd see in the region, if you're a hacker then feel free to produce some actual maps to show off your region, and if you're a roleplayer, writer, or any other kind of person, then feel free to develop your country's background accordingly!
    • Threads can describe anything including (but not limited to): region name, geography/map/landmarks/towns, national Pokémon/Pokédex/legendaries, Gym Leaders/Elite Four, the region's politics/economics, national anthems, flags, notable celebrities/figures, region history/historical events, etc - the list is endless!
    • Don't consider yourself a creative person? That's fine too - you can include as much or as little detail as you'd like in your thread, as long as it's a thread worth posting. Even if you just want to supply a regional Pokédex or give some insight into the notable trainers/gym leaders of the region then that's entirely your choice.
    • Once your region is up and running, try to post updates about what's happening in your region, fun stories from your region, new art that you think up, any political/geographical changes happening, and anything else you can think of - it's your region and you're free to decide what happens in it.
    • Regular events will take place in the section, ranging from contests and actives to take part in to occurrences such as natural disasters or political dramas, all of which you can choose to take part in if you wish by simply updating your thread according to what's happening.
    • Form relations with other regions or choose to go to war - if you wish to involve your region in this kind of diplomacy then you can strike up some fun battles or allegiances with your friends. These could spur events such as introducing new species to your region from your friend's region, going to war and hosting a set of battles on the Showdown server, roleplaying any fights that break out, or just having a nice friendly chat between two regions - the possibilities are only limited by your imagination.


    Rules

    • When posting in a region's thread the region's individual rules (if applicable) must be followed at all times.
    • No trolling/flaming/disrespecting of any members or regions will be tolerated - friendly rivalry is one thing but don't let it get out of hand.
    • Threads in this forum are subject to moderator approval! Upon submitting your thread you'll have to wait for your region to be approved by the local moderator. All new regions must contain at minimum: a region name, an introduction to the region and a few basic details about the region and the Pokémon within.
    • To begin with only one region will be allowed per member, but as time progresses this rule may be subject to change.
    • Feel free to join up with as many regions as you like, permitting you have time for them all!
    • Owners are allowed to double post in their region's thread when appropriate (eg for important updates or contests), but please do not abuse this rule or it will be counted as spam.
    • Region threads are not subject to the thread revival rule, however posting in old abandoned threads if you are not the owner is strongly discouraged.
    • Things like on-going region roleplays, art shops, fan fictions and ROM hacks all belong in their respective forums which can then be linked in your region's thread - by all means post some art and stories in your region's thread but use common sense (or ask the local moderator) to decide if you think it'd better belong in one of the other sections.
    • Most of all, enjoy the section. That's the reason you're here of course!

    Questions or Concerns?

    If you have any questions, concerns or feedback about anything in this thread or the section in general then please don't hesitate to contact the local moderator(s) for further information, or post your questions in this thread to be answered publicly if you think it's important for everyone to know.


    ~ rules by Squirrel, edited by Dragon
     
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    F.A.Q

    So, if you want a condensed version of what this board is about, then look here! Basically, members will be allowed to create their own 'region' in this particular board, and run/interact with them as threads. There are so many things you can include, the sky is the limit with this.


    Q. But how exactly can we create these regions?

    A helpful way to do this is to make a thread, using these guidelines. There are no restrictions or limitations on what you can do:

    Region Name:
    Description:
    Major City/Town/Landmark names:
    Region's Gym Leaders/E4:
    Pokémon:

    Rules/Laws: (since you're making this thread, you should probably introduce some rules for your thread or region, like, always show respect to your peers, etc)

    Be as creative as you want! If you want an example of a custom region, feel free to take a look in the spoiler below:

    Spoiler:


    Note it doesn't have to be as descriptive as this! Anything will do really, so long as the info is there in clarity. This board is moderation approved, so, if there's any inquires about your proposed region, I'll be sure to let you know!



    Q. But I'm not that creative. What can I do?

    If you don't feel like making one, you're more than welcome to join a region that someone else made. You'll be able to still participate do activities and other cool events that the region happens to create too, as well as any global events out there.


    Q. What happens when my region is accepted?

    Essentially think of each of the region threads as a small club. Members can post about anything related to the region, or go post in another's region anytime.

    They can also help create things such as Pokémon teams for the gym leaders, and elite four/champion of their region. They can even do things inside the region they're in such as different contests, or events.



    Q. Are there going to be other global events other then contests?

    Of course. This is something called global geographical events. If you choose to create a region, note that your region will basically be involved in tackling a number of "global problems" that our lovely game master (or anyone else running this show) would create. For example, things that would cause problems within regions, political/diplomatic events requiring actions, Pokémon species in danger of extinction, etc.

    Be on the look for this especially, because these are one of the few chances you can have to have your region host a legendary Pokémon. Or several!


     
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    Checklist!
    Below is a sort of "check-list" on what you can do for their region, which will net them you awards like medals or emblems and such for completion. You don't need to do everything - you can just do on their own pace and such, or create other stuff entirely.

    Complete your Region's Pokédex: What sorts of Pokémon are in your region? Try your best to plan out the Pokémon of your region, and their habitats!

    Create and Develop your Region's Pokémon League: Do you want your region to have Gym Leaders? An Elite Four & Champion? Or perhaps you have something new in mind? Plan it!

    Develop and Create all of your Region's Towns, Routes, Cities and other Landmarks: List all of the towns and cities that your region has, and create a sort of description for them. Do they tie in with your region's backstory? Do they have any notable history of their own? Are they just there for tourism? Maybe there are notable pokemon in each of the routes and other specific places? Feel free to be creative with this!

    Create a Government for your Region: So, how does your region enforce it's laws, or how does the people keep the region developed? Does your region have a Democracy, where one person is announced as a 'President', or 'Prime Minister', maybe even a Mayor? Maybe it's set by royalty, where one is a King or Prince, with other notable people being advisers? Share anything you create!

    Create a Backstory for your Region: How was your region shaped? What mysteries does it hold? Does it have any specific legends?

    Develop and Create events: So, what will you do in your region? Anything noteworthy will happen? Perhaps a contest or too? This is where your creativity and dedication for your region will shine!
     
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