Pellicius High School, 4200 Hanso Lane (OOC Companion Thread)

[Rocket]

I don't know the reason why Oceanic isn't on much (probably work, sleep, etc.), but maybe, if he could get small times to check on the rp, he could post a time switch. Like, just a simple post saying "1st block done. 2nd block starting", or something.
It's just an idea, but it's cool, if it doesn't work.

That sounds like a good idea, as far as keeping everything structured nicely.

[Oceanic815]

Wow, whole discussions happen when you're gone.  In any event, what Marcus just recommended is exactly what I had originally considered for this thread - the time switches between the parts of the school day would be initiated by me to keep things in check.  I didn't think it necessary in the beginning, but it looks like it may be - so if anybody has a problem with it, please, speak up and let me know.

And Tempest, lemme use you as an example here.  Now, please note that I'm not calling you out or getting on you, or even picking on you, just using you as the poster-child of what everybody's talking about to make the timeline problem clear.  You recommended that Gauge could go find Tempest in the library, as she's there for her online sign language class - so in her timeline, second block is just now starting.  But the problem is that Gauge, Mark, Kamren, and Samantha are only just now starting their first block in their timelines, so in logical theory, Tempest should still be in choir.

This problem isn't anybody's fault, persay, it's just a matter of some of us, like me, posting much more slowly than others.  It should be noted that there are potential drawbacks to instituting a GM-initiated time change system like we've been talking about.  For example, if all the other characters have pretty much finished up what they're doing in their classes but two characters are having a deep, meaningful conversation that goes on for a really long time, then the RP would essentially be moving at their pace, not the group's, and I'm really afraid that could make people lose interest.

However, the fix to this is that I would simply be sure to try and prevent the above from happening too much by moving the day along if it's been a longer time since everybody has posted, but ultimately what I'm saying is that this system will not be perfect and will make the RP move slower/more at the pace of individuals.  So if anybody has problems with this kind of system, please speak up or PM me.  I'm in favor of it myself, but I just want to be sure that everybody gets their word in.

~ Mark ~

[Tempest (Red Panda)]

Sorry about that, but it seems that some conversations/posts are too long and not very productive, so nothing really gets done. I understand that different timelines and schedules are a problem for everyone, but I feel like if there is a lengthy conversation, there should also be progress as far as the timeline/classes go? >~< sorry if I seem pushy, I don't mean to

[anonsucks117]

Picture this as the last sentence of my post. Sorry i couldnt resist!! .      https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://vine.co/v/eLMII3gTmFn&ved=0ahUKEwjP_a3rkqXKAhWJNiYKHQdJASwQtwIILDAF&usg=AFQjCNGMP4RgWziftE5YT-eqOqdfRlL08w&sig2=PVqxaRWc3ia_n1p3Sc0ksQ

[Yuro]

I'm done anon XDDD

[anonsucks117]

Its mu favorite show right now so i saw an oppurtunity and i seized it! Hahaha

[Oceanic815]

I love it.  I love it so much.

~ Mark ~

[Ræfóa Aldrnari]

Odd man out, here. What show is it?
Still, it's pretty funny

[Oceanic815]

Hell, I don't know what it's from - I just think it's fantastic.

~ Mark ~

[Tempest (Red Panda)]

Should I stay in the library..? The English class is in there and idk if I should find gauge or not >~<...

[Ræfóa Aldrnari]

I'm really just waiting for Mark to end 1st block.
Even when he does, I'll probably be asleep, since it's pretty late here now.

[Oceanic815]

Marcus, I should end it soon enough.  I think things between the people in there should end soon enough.

And that's the thing, Tempest.  In your timeline, Gauge isn't in the library anymore - unless his second block is there.  Technically, actually, the interaction you had with him after chorus hasn't actually happened yet - or at least, it hasn't yet in his timeline, since that interaction is at the end of 1st Block, and his 1st Block is still ongoing.

~ Mark ~

[Ræfóa Aldrnari]

Marcus, I should end it soon enough.  I think things between the people in there should end soon enough.

And that's the thing, Tempest.  In your timeline, Gauge isn't in the library anymore - unless his second block is there.  Technically, actually, the interaction you had with him after chorus hasn't actually happened yet - or at least, it hasn't yet in his timeline, since that interaction is at the end of 1st Block, and his 1st Block is still ongoing.

~ Mark ~

*Insert X-files theme*

[Yuro]

Yeup *Sighs and squeals* i'm so impatient though!

[Ræfóa Aldrnari]

Yeah, I kinda wanna progress soon too. Maybe I can write a post juuust before I go to sleep