Player Run Plots

Player Run Plots are a welcome and desired series of events on this MUSH. When we speak of Player Run Plots we're speaking of any adventure or IC event that involves at least two or more players in addition to the one running the scene. This can be anything from an emitted scene of a bar room brawl to a dungeon crawl. The system is set up in a way to encourage spontaneous plots as well as pre-planned scenarios with minimal fuss with the staff. In short, if you have an itch to run a player run plot, for the most part you're allowed to do so. That is, plots tend not to require pre-approval from staff. There are some restrictions and guidelines in place to help keep a healthy mush atmosphere, as well as rewards.

PrP FAQ
I Need Help With...	Look Here
Can I really just run a plot?	Yes, anyone may run a plot at any time, without pre-approval.
Do I get rewards for running?	Absolutely.
I would like to run a plot!	I just want to run a plot!
I would like to run a deadly plot!	Plots for advanced runners!
How do I design an encounter?	How to design an encounter
What about those PrP Workshops? Are there logs of them?	PrP Workshop 2, PrP Workshop 3: Adjusting Encounters
What do I do when I'm done?	What to do when you're done.
I would like some free DMing tools!	Combat Manager
Do you have any pre-made encounters for someone just starting out?	Player-Contributed Encounter Grab Bag

I Just Want to Run a Plot!

A Standard PrP (SPrP) involves dashing, daring, and a challenge of some type. Standard PrPs may have up to two encounters, or none at all. Where there are no encounters, there should be a heavy RP emphasis.

Tenebrae has a system of trust that allows any willing and capable player the ability to run a Standard Plot without having to get the plot idea pre-approved. SPrPs can be run anytime. They are not death-consent, and so are great for spending time with the community, as well as trying out new techniques and ideas. They are the most common type of PrP.

In other words, if you want to run one, just run one.

Awards

75% XP and Treasure for up to 2 encounters Noncombat plot awards additional 2 RPP to runner (be sure and let participants know it's a noncombat) 10% bonus to runner if you run more than one in a week (this applies to all PrPs you ran that week) Runner receives award based on their level, max reward for participants is APL+2 Interested in skill-based combat, including Influence Combat? See our Skill Combat house rules!

Encounters and Challenges

2 encounter limit Encounters may be at any APL Use creature within the B1, B2, or B3 (except dragons, demiliches, catfolk) While there are usually level ranges for combat-inclusive plots, this is not always the case, and skilled Runners have entertained mixed groups. When starting out, we encourage you to stick to the 2-5 range for a combat-inclusive plot. For a non-combat plot, don't worry about it.

Permanent Effects

If a PC ever reaches a point where they would normally die while on an SPrP, the plot runner is expected to presume the character is simply teetering on death's door and will recover following the scene's conclusion. Any debilitating effects that would linger past the plot's duration are cleared once it ends. Items cannot be destroyed on a SPrP, and if damaged are considered to have been repaired fully at the end of the scene.

Examples

With Combat Goblintown Sewers Storming the Monastery

Without Combat Ancestor's Pyre Machinist's Grand Parade Gnomish Gnoodwill Festival Funeral for Versis Elven Culture Celebration (with Lady Sandiel)

I Want Something More Deadly!

If you want something more challenging, then a Death-Consent Plot (DCPrP) is for you! Death Consent plots are the same as Standards, but remove their restrictions. DCPrPs must be approved by staff beforehand. Since this type of plot is more deadly and involves permanent effects, not everyone is approved to run them.

Awards

100% XP and Treasure for up to 2 encounters Noncombat plot awards additional 2 RPP to runner (though with DPrP plots, the chance for death must be significant) 10% bonus to runner if you run more than one in a week (this applies to all PrPs you ran that week) Runner receives award based on their level, max reward for participants is APL+2

Encounters and Challenges

2 encounter limit Encounters may be at any APL Use creature within the B1, B2, or B3 (except dragons, demiliches, catfolk) While there are usually level ranges for combat-inclusive plots, this is not always the case, and skilled Runners have entertained mixed groups. When starting out, we encourage you to stick to the 2-5 range for a combat-inclusive plot. For a non-combat plot, don't worry about it. Interested in skill-based combat, including Influence Combat? See our Skill Combat house rules!

Permanent Effects

On a DCPrP, the restrictions of an SPrP are suspended--characters can die or walk away suffering afflictions, gear may be destroyed, and energy draining or ability draining monsters can be used.

Special

Unlike normal PrPs, DCPrPs must be pre-approved You must make your players fully aware a plot is Death-Consent before running it

What do I do When I'm Done?

To Submit a PrP...

1. Log your PrP

Include: All poses All +rolls (all PrP rolls must be made in public, using the ingame roller) All relevent OOC chatter or comments

2. Post your log.

Need help? See: Post the log to the wiki*

3. Let us know you ran! Send in a +request.

Include in the +request: Summary Character levels Type of PrP (Standard (with combat, without combat) or Death-Consent) Encounters Any purchases Any lasting effects (drains, etc.) Any rumors you want posted? Any Bonuses you're claiming? And a link to the PrP log on the wiki*

* Don't feel comfortable with the wiki? You're welcome to email your log to a staffer, instead. Once a staffer claims the +request, just email the log to them. Most staff have an email listed in their +finger. Due to security concerns, we can't accept DOC/ODT, Google Docs, or similar files. Instead, and for general safety's sake, just plop the log into an email if you choose this method.

Things Not to Do

• tipe lik dis (No one expects perfection, just effort, so please remember to use a shift key, basic punctuation, and make an attempt at spelling... We handle many requests per day, including pages, general assistance, and scenes, so we appreciate not needing to translate you, too.)

• Claiming a new player award bonus when you're not a new player (just a new character).

• A PrP assumes the runner plus two individuals. Include as many as you like, though there should be at least two!

• A PrP assumes running for a variety of people. Circle running is not something we are looking for. PrPs should be a benefit to the community, and continually running for "friends-only" will result in an increasingly reduced award. This is true even if "we are all just on at the same time every time." Some is okay, but we expect you to diversify. If you've conflicts with a specific player, however, please let staff know.

• PrPs should pose a challenge of some kind. For example, staff will note things such as ten CR 1 kobolds who don't use flanking. Awards and XP will be adjusted to the challenge of the adventure, as well as player cooperation, storytelling, and attitude. This isn't to say--everyone has to get along with everyone, but disruptive attitudes will be noted.

• PRP DM's should not put their own characters into player run plots.

• When a Player Run Plot is completed, the Plot Runner has the responsibility of editing and cleaning the log and then submitting a message to the Plot Queue that a PRP is ready for review.

• The CR of creatures used is up to the Runner's gauge of the party, though XP will not be given at higher than +2 the Average Party Level, no matter the circumstances.

• Plot Runners who design scenarios that cannot be won or that are logically impossible to deal with may be in risk of a breach of conduct.

• Plot Runners who use a scene to hilight/spotlight their own PCs are also in risk of a breach of conduct.