Despite what it looks like, being a leader of an RPG team is hard work. The leader has the daunting task of, finding “New Talent” getting that talent involved in the rpg system; The leader in most cases has to provide new and exciting rpg’s to keep the team interested, but also the leader must be optimistic. As a leader you want to know everything about the members of your team (Character-Wise), Where they’re from, their back-story everything. This is a whole hell of a lot easier if you’re related to most of those characters; however in my case it’s not.

Character Based Rpg’s: Not really a fan of CB’s but they are good for the simple fact that on a team that’s always aiming for the Grand Scale Rpg’s this gives select members a chance to allow their team into their history. These are the rpg’s that give off that sense of individuality.

Huge Rpg’s (Team Vs Team): Are exactly what they mean, Huge anywhere from 15- 20 Viners; with so many people posting seldom does every post get read; but these Huge are probably more important, because it’s a showcase; It’s basically Our talent vs their Talent and as a leader, it’s your job to make sure you put certain members of your team in that “limelight” whether they want it or not.

Most people in that spot take it, and it leads to them doing more and more rpg’s around the community; which is what we want. If I know So- and So can move a story, without godmodding and downplaying my character. I’m more likely to work with that person; than a person whom writes well, but only does the bare minimum in a post.

(One example of just a great story, was that one me and NH did, because it had no plot or anything, it was just a team up; and we just post until a story developed.)

Non active members, are team killers; problem with Omega Justice (The first) was I wasn’t in control of who was being admitted to the team, (keep in mind I’ve been here for nearly two years) but I was seeing all these “In actives” being admitted to the team, and I knew it would be a downfall. Members who keep telling you that they’ll post; or that they’ll be more active but then don’t do a thing are Team Killers; and what you have to do as a leader is invoke a active persona. What’s the point of having an inactive member bearing your name, if they aren’t around cut them from the roster; it’s a spot someone else can have.

This isn’t to be confused with Semi-Active members, don’t be a heartless leader there are some Adults (and school students) that rpg; but can’t commit to it full time. These people usually tell you when joining they won’t be fully active; that’s when you just let them know what rpg’s to post in and what the team is doing.

I’m not the type of leader who says there HAS to be a set list of things you must cover in a post; IF our rpg is about fire and you say something about steel I’m not going to bite your head off. However there is a relevance factor that everyone needs. IF you go overboard with the Steel then I might say something, but Mid rpg I’m always open to a plot change or twist. (IDK about everyone else) I like how the creative mind works, so if I think that someone else’s plot twist will make a killer story that’s what we’ll do. As a leader you want to make sure everyone is involved.

Create a fun atmosphere; DK does an awesome job at this, Not all team rpg’s have to be serious, or Hero vs Villian. It can be something simple like a birthday party, or a hero dedication ceremony.

Drama- I don’t like it when members from any of my teams are wrapped in a lot of drama because it alienates, you (who can be seen as an associate), from everyone else and it just casts a negative vibe on the section. One BIG thing that was a problem for some members on OJ was the massive amount of bickering, and whining going on in voting threads. So, me being the awesomely awesome leader that I am advocated to just let the Voting threads go.  

Stop doubting yourself. Not really a leader tip, but just in general;  I don’t wanna hear that “I don’t wanna rpg with you cause you’re a legend” Or “I’ll rpg with you when my skills get better” It’s complete B.S and when you do that you eliminate the chance at making a good story and character development.

This one’s a pet peeve; so I’ll put it in CAPS

JUST BECAUSE YOUR CHARACTER   ASSOCIATES THEMSELVES WITH LEGENDS, DOESN’T MEAN THEY’RE ENTITLED TO THE SAME TREATMENT.

Back in my day (lol), everyone character was different, there were a few people whom had linked stories (me included) but you could separate our characters from the person we were linked to. Now it’s like I approach and RPG and I’m supposed to downplay my character whom has been around for two years; to some brat that’s the nephewsisterniece of Kublahkhan. B.s I don’t care if your related to MR, NOVA, HUNTER OR ARROW you earn your place in this section just like everyone else.

P.S I want someone to take offense, cause I’m feeling b!tchy >:)