Guide: Navigating Midnight Lotus

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Navigating Midnight Lotus may be a little challenging; but do not fear, for the moderators are here!

Or, in case we're not readily available, this thread will be here to guide you through Midnight Lotus' forums, subforums, and each of their purposes. In this first post, I shall provide an organized list so that you can get an idea of which forum are located where. Each one will be a link, so you can then go to that specific area, read the description, and then get an idea of what posts would go in that area.

If you have any questions, please feel free to send a message to any of the moderators or administrators. We're all more than happy to help you out whenever you need.

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  • Twilight Bay



  • Lotus Island




  • General Area






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    The Port of Enlightenment:
    New to Midnight Lotus? Or in need a refresher? Find out everything you need to know about the forum here.
      This is where you currently are. The Port of Enlightenment is meant to be a place where you can come, get acquainted with the site, and learn how everything works. We all understand that not everyone is familiar with Role-Rlaying, or that some people may not understand the rules and how to avoid breaking them. By coming to the Port of Enlightenment, you can read through the various guides that have been posted by moderators and administrators, so that you are better prepared to navigate and understand Midnight Lotus.

    Social Waterfront:
    Welcome Explorers. Don’t be a stranger. Come on down and introduce yourselves here. This will also be where you'll go to find peoples status, tell others if you're away for a while and to view new announcements.
      The best way to make new friends is to put yourself out there and get to know them. The same is true on the internet. The Social Waterfront is a place for Explorers - that's you! - to come and introduce themselves. By going here, you get a chance to get to know your fellow Explorers and forge new friendships. You'll need them, for there are many mysteries ahead of you...

    The Support Column:
    Feeling a bit lost? Got a question about the site? Or maybe there’s a technical problem? This is the place for all your forum-related queries.
      If you have a question, you can post it here. Our moderators and administrators will gladly offer any and all assistance that we can. By posting it here, you help lower repetition. Someone else may have a question about Midnight Lotus, and by Explorers posting their questions here, they are able to look and see what the answer was. This is also a place where you can report any bugs for the site. Feel free to comment on how we are doing, as well. Feedback is always greatly appreciated.

    The Noticeboard:
    Watch this space for announcements and events.
      Some sites are static, never changing as time marches on. Well, Midnight Lotus is certainly not one of those sites! Keep an eye on The Noticeboard, for this is where important announcements will be posted. When we hold special events, we will also post about them in The Noticeboard. Basically, anything that is worth knowing will be posted here!

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    Top Secret: Take a Peek
  • Twilight Bay

    • The Port of Enlightenment

    • Social Waterfront

    • The Support Column

    • The Noticeboard

  • Lotus Island

  • General Area
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    Role-Play Plotting Station:
    Visit here to discuss, join in and get all the details to your epic Role-Plays jotted down and set to go! (Needs more information added here...) Be sure to check out the Rules first best to be sure you're doing it all right
      Here you are able to plot various role-plays, share your interests, discuss characters and extend the story lines you create.

    Fantasy:
    Fancy some epic battles with creatures of your creation? Maybe create a completely new and unexplored world with others of the same mind? Here is a place to let your imagination run wild - Quite literally!
      This section is for Fantasy based role-plays only. Here you'll find magic and myth come to life, but watch out for dragons as they have a tendency to get hot under the collar.

    Sci-Fi:
    Want to join in a Role-Play that is out of this world? Battle Space Pirates or determine the fate of a new and exotic alien species? Then this is the first step of a giant leap to a story which could span light-years!
      This section is for Sci-Fi based role-plays only. Here you'll find futuristic science, space travel, and even strange robotic behaviour. Watch out for those Aliens, I hear they like to abduct and probe.

    Human RP:
    Prefer a more down to Earth, realistic setting for your next Role-Play? Feel free to create the world how you see it, with the type of people whom you control and act how you want them too. From simple romance to an amazing life changing and inspiring adventure, this will be the place for you!
      This section is for Human based role-plays only. Here you'll find city slickers, country mayhem, coffee shop capers and office romances (As long as it's not with the boss ;D).

    Fandoms:
    Liked a film or franchise so much that you want to create your very own version of it? or even carry on the story from new angles or completely different perspectives? Then here it shall be! Become the famous ninja or sleuth detective, become your favourite character and tell their story anew!
      This section is for Spin-off based role-plays only. Here you can create role-play versions of your favourite animes, mangas TV shows & movies. You can make Naruto an inmate, Princess Serena a criminal mastermind or Ichigo a host at a well known club.

    Yaoi/Yuri:
    Love, romance, envy, danger...Anything that involves passion or deep luscious bonding will find a home here. Be careful though, only mature minds should enter and participate in this area; the warning too hot to handle will definitely be in effect!
      This section is for Yaoi/Yuri based role-plays only. Here you can express different kinds of boy/girl love in different scenarios; this includes enemies that become lovers, friends that have more than friendship on their minds or co-workers discovering their true feelings.

    Subforums
    All these areas contain the same set of Subforums to help make navigation even easier for you:

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    One on One
    For those who wish to conduct more personal or contained Role-Plays. With less minds, you can create a really in depth and constructed Role-Play which will no doubt become a story everyone will enjoy.

        Group Role-Plays
        For three or more members. Get together to create wondrous adventures with plenty of twists and turns! With so many ideas and views all going into a single Role-Play who knows how amazing your adventures can become.

            Role-Play Archive
            A treasure trove of Role-Plays which have either come to an end or are currently on hiatus. Please visit these area for inspiration, guide or simply for a jolly good read!



    Top Secret: Take a Peek
  • Twilight Bay

  • Lotus Island

    • Role-Play Plotting Station

    • Fantasy

    • Sci-Fi

    • Human RP

    • Fandoms

    • Yaoi/Yuri

  • General Area
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    Midnight Valkyires
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    PostPosted: 30 Apr 2012, 12:23


    PoW (Psychology of Writing):
    show off your creative skills and artistic talents to the community. If you’re looking for critique in order to improve, place your piece in the Critique Hall.
      We dive into the depths of our minds to create something extraordinary.

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    Artists' Peak:
    Blending, Drawing, Designing, Showcasing. Here at Artist' Peak all kinds of art is welcome; show off your work, and show us how talented you really are.
      The Artists' Peak is where you'll find anything that is visual; pictures, websites you designed, and the like. If you're trying to think of what to say about your art, tell us what you used to create it, how long it took you, and if you'll try that particular method of creation again. You can also place histories to your art, such as why you drew it or what the piece means to you. In this subforum, you are allowed one post, and it's recommended that your first post be a table of contents.

    Writers' Corner:
    Are you a poet, lyricist, or story teller? Well here in writers' cove you can submit your work, and show others your talent for written expression.
      The Writer' Corner is a place for those who love written art; lyrics, books, etc. When posting here, you may have one post, and it is recommended that the first post be a table of contents. Each topic is for that specific user to post in, unless otherwise stated. Any commentary should be taken to the PMs.

    Critique Hall:
    Need to be critiqued in order to improve? Want to critique submitted work? Well here in Critique Hall, you'll be able to do all of this and more.
      There's always room to improve and grow, and everyone at Midnight Lotus would love to help your talents increase in their own special way. When you're offering constructive criticism on a piece, please keep in mind that each piece of artwork - whether drawn or written - is special to its creator. Treat everyone with respect.


    Advertising District:
    Got a place you want to show off to others, or somewhere you think others will be interested in or benefit from? Then post those locations here.
      Here at the Advertising district, you can show off your sites, blogs and many more. You can update your progress and even create polls for members to take part in, so what are you waiting for? Get Advertising.

    Relaxation Haven:
    Sit back, relax, grab a cup of coffee or tea and take a break from everything else, here in the Haven.
      If you're looking from a break from anything - whether it's homework, deadlines, or even the site-wide role-play, this is the place to go. Inside, you can talk to other people who share common interests, you can play some forum games, or you can even have more 'mature' discussions with your fellow Explorers.

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    Hangout Hut:
    Take a break from role-playing and designing, and discuss life and the outside world.
      This is the place to go for any sort of long-term chit-chat. Conversations are welcome in the mini-chat, but for those who are not online at the same time, or who wish to invite others into their conversation, the Hangout Hut is the place to go. Talk about anything you'd like here; just remember that the Hangout Hut is rated PG-13. (Any questionable material should be put within a spoiler tag.)

          Happy Birthday!:
          The Birthday sub-forum is where you can find threads celebrating members birthdays'. Join in on the celebration!
          Even if we're not there to celebrate your birthday with cake and presents, everyone of Midnight Lotus would still love to wish you a wonderful and special day. Feel free to pop in here and see what others said for your birthday, or to explore the past celebrations.

    Hobby Hangout:
    Here you can discuss the latest movies, games and books. You can even create your own club to suit the hobbies you enjoy the most.
      The Hobby Hangout it a place to sit and discuss, you guessed it, hobbies. What video games do you like? Have you read any books that you simply can't get out of your head? If you want to create your own hobby-specific club, the only request is that you make sure that it is labeled as a club, and that the first post keeps track of all members.

          Let's Play:
          Here you can play fun forum games, or create your own for others to enjoy!
          Who doesn't love games? In Let's Play, all sorts of forum-style games are created, so that you can interact with one another in a more relaxed setting, at your own pace. Feel free to post any games within this forum, along with their set of rules. And no need to ask about joining a current game; just jump on in!

    Speak Out:
    Do you like to debate, get your point across or be heard? Well feel free to speak out here.
      For those who are wondering what others think of a controversial issue, or who like to give their debating skills a workout, this is the place to go. Please remain civil with one another. Should a debate become too "heated" (name-calling, insults, aggressive words), the thread will be locked. Remember, we're here to discuss things as reasonable adults, not yell at one another like children.

    The Midnight Club:
    Take a stroll down to the Midnight Club, where mature conversation is a must. You need to be over 18 to get in, so make sure you have your ID ;) (NSFW).
      (NSFW means Not Safe For Work) This is a place for adults only, and it is certainly not for the squeamish. If you crave a conversation about more "forbidden" topics, then The Midnight Club is the place to go. While the rest of the site is rated PG-13, The Midnight Club has no rating.


    Table of Contents

    Top Secret: Take a Peek
  • Twilight Bay

  • Lotus Island

  • General Area

    • Information and Introduction

    • Announcements

    • Meet and Greet

    • Missing in Action!

    • PoW (Psychology of Writing)

    • Artists' Peak

    • Writers' Corner

    • Critique Hall

    • Advertising District

    • Relaxation Haven

    • Hangout Hut

    • Hobby Hangout

    • Speak Out

    • The Midnight Club


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