starswirlthebearded

So... Spike'll be dressing in drag then? 1) Princess Celestia 2) empty 3) empty

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Hey there! There seems to be some confusion regarding the status of the Philosopher's Stone. And as the site's very own Hohenheim of Light, I feel like I'm probably the best person to tackle this issue. Though we know magical items exist, we don't know what they are, how they function, or if they can or might match our real world legendary items (like the Philosopher's Stone). Due to this, the mere mention of the stone is not suitable for our RP. We aren't ready to allow the creation of lore through apps either. Any mystic item would be RPed for, and chances are, doesn't exist. This is especially so for an extremely powerful item like the Philosopher's Stone. It is an OP item. So suggesting it is real, and thus creating the lore would not be allowed. Now! You do have an option! Which would be to remove all references to the actual name of the stone, and make it vague. Perhaps state that his goal is to find a mythical alchemic item, of some fabled power. Again this would all be MYTHICAL AND FABLED. No where in your app should you suggest any item like that actually exists. (Again this goes back to reservations of lore creation within apps) It is fine if your character wishes to pursue items of legend, but always keep it in reason. Your app is about your character, not the World of Equestria. That is where your focus should lie. Adding things about the world around him is never a good idea. Keep everything simple, and if it hasn't been in the show, keep it vague, or play it safe and try to tell your character's story without it. Now, in this case, I realize that isn't possible to remove that entirely. However keeping it vague should work nicely! I hope this helps, and good luck!

Oi! Destiny! I see that you are new! So welcome to our site and our roleplay area! As such you probably haven't had the chance to explore much or read everything for our RP! Really before anything else can be done with this app, you'll need to follow Rarity's Fabulous Application Form! In that form it will ask you for roleplay type which are as follows: World of Equestria - Character application required!Canterlot's premiere roleplay, World of Equestria (or WoE/Mane RP) is a strict, structured game that mirrors the basic principles, rules, and continuity (canon) of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. Characters here must pass a review process by our volunteer staff to be deemed acceptable for play in this area. This game also features players that play Cast from FiM. Free for All - No application required. Free for All is an area designated for any character, and anything you can dream. This is a good place to test new character concepts, story ideas, and to meet new and interesting players. Mature content must go in the 18+ sub-section. ​There are also several more fields you'll need to fill in as well that will help you have a well developed character! After you clear those up we can move this application right along! You also have to mark this application as [WiP] or [Ready] by editing the title, which you'll be able to do after you have three posts, and selecting "edit" then "use full editor." If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask right here in this thread!

Considering that I'm trying to get into the officer program of the USAF (not an easy task apparently). It is a pleasure to meet you! As for RPing and characters? Well! If you want to make a character application form please look no further than the Character Applications (WoE) section of our fair forum. There you will find a form to follow! If you need any help or have any questions or concerns, feel free to ask any of the RPH staff (like yours truly)! I hope to see you around the RP section soon!

DRM is fine, DRM that requires the system to be always on is not. Places with lack luster service are being punished because they won't be able to play the games they buy.

Awesome! I've passed this one up to the SRPHS. Please be patient while they review your app

Sorry this took me so long to get back to! I've been busy! Now! The app honestly looks fantastic now! There is just one thing I'd suggest to tone down or remove completely if possible. That is a bit much, and shyness of that level would make it exceedingly hard to play this character in WoE. WoE is a slice of life interaction based RP. If your character is afraid to talk to ponies, then how will they function? Being a bit shy is all well and good, but it is always best to keep those traits to a minimum so that you can play them effectively in our RP! I'd also remove the first instance of the bow description. Mainly because you repeat that same line in your mane/tail description, and it seems to be more relevant there. That is more for cleanness of read though and isn't as pressing as the paranoia thing!But fantastic work here! It just requires a few more small tweaks

Great highlight bugmaster! and another bug related news story. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/04/giant-tarantula-discovered-venomous-sri-lankan-spider_n_3016673.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003 WE MUST PRESERVE IT!

Frost, so long as you aren't being vindictive or flaming using religious beliefs, the expression of religious beliefs in the right areas (18+ forums and blogs) is perfectly fine. Just remember to uphold the foundations of Christianity and bronydom alike... Love and Tolerate. That said I won't comment on this because well, I don't share the same beliefs. So it would be uncouth for me to do so. Carry on as you were gents!

Hey there Kit! I must say this is an excellent first app! You have a well developed character here. There is some work to be done though! First off, you can't be both a Older Filly and a Young Mare. They are two different age brackets. Since she already has a job, it would be safe to say she is a Young Mare. Next thing is a simple spelling error for the cutie mark. It should be "treble clef" not "cleft." After that, in your history. You C/Ped the CM story. That really isn't necessary. Instead I suggest you expand her history a bit! I suggest instead of asking questions of introspection, you actually answer them in the app with your character's thought process. And go into her experiences in school and how she grew as a person. This would actually also help your cutie mark story as well. Go into her self journey that lead to her cutie mark! And as I always do with shy characters, I usually recommend that is toned down. Mainly because playing extremely introverted characters can not be very fun in a slice of life Roleplay, like we have here, where character interaction is paramount! But otherwise the Character Summary section is rather good! (I would take out the bit about the "scars of the past" though ) But this is a fantastic start! If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask!

You can have two character applications open. One WiP and one Ready. So... Right now if you want

Awesome! Thanks muchly! Now please be patient while a SRPHS looks over this app for final approval! If anything further needs to be done either myself of the SRPHS will let you know here!

Yeah, just so I'm clear. I mean this... [/colour][colour=#282828]Like that! It just makes it easier for us to read [/colour]

Nope not necessary in the slightest. Putting Spoiler tags usually muck up more than they make things neater I've noticed. Putting a space in between paragraphs does help though so they are more easily distinguishable. (Again its all for ease of readability) [kind of like this space here] However! This is good enough for me to pass up though. And so I shall. Great work Cyro!

But... Armony isn't sentient! He's a statue! Welcome to Canterlot! Hope you enjoy yourself here! BTW Roleplaying here is awesome!

Harmony was taken in by the energetic company she was with. at this point she was just itching to get up and play again. However she elected to stay with the conversation. She was especially taken with Birdy who just lived and breathed energy, an energy that Harmony could only merely emulate on stage. She didn't have that sort of energy for every day affairs. She'd probably sleep for a week if she was anything like Birdy off the stage. As it stood Harmony would pass out after long sets if she wasn't given time to rest! Harmony felt weird hearing another pony call her by the name only her mentor called her up until now. But the way she said it made Harmony smile. [colour=#330066]"Heh, I'm not sure about all that"[/colour] Harmony said with a smile. [colour=#330066]"I just play because I love playing. But hey! I wouldn't mind travelin' around with a talented mare like yourself! And if we happen to get famous along the way, well I won't mind."[/colour] Then Oil Wells turned to the young mare and spoke to her about her philosophy. Though he paused for a bit... Which left Harmony wondering what he was going to say. He after all seemed a bit like a stiff. Though he was at the very least able to make jokes about himself. "[colour=#330066]Ha! Believe you me, I intend to! The music will be my guide until these hooves can't carry this mare anymore![/colour]" Harmony said with fervor. She was starting to think she had Oil Wells pegged all wrong. He seemed to be lightening up. Well anyone that would hit up a jazz bar had to be at least a little bit hep. The door opened and a rather interesting pony walked in at that moment. The pony looked to be avoiding the crowds. Curious to say the least. As he eyed the stage it looked as if she was looking for a show. In the meanwhile Timbre Swing and Birdy were chatting it up. With Birdy proving her vocal prowess. And there was a bit of flirting going on. Harmony smiled when she heard Timbre's suggestion for a duet with Birdy. "[colour=#330066]Hey, that mare over there is eyeing the stage. If she's lookin' for a show, I think skipping the duet and doing a trio would blow their socks off. Whaddya say you two? If you're done flirting I think we can blow the roof offa this joint. It'll make a heck of a crazy jam session, that's for sure![/colour]" Harmony said with a bit of a mischievous smile, like she was going to play like a mare possessed. Not only was she surrounded by talented musicians but there was also someone who looked like they were looking for a good stage show. And Harmony was itching to show it to them. With Birdy and Timbre accompanying there was no way this night wouldn't be one to remember.

Much better! I don't really see any problems with content! However, could you do myself and the SRPHS that will be looking at this a favour and separate the wall of text into paragraphs please? Thanks! And fantastic work!

I'll throw Trekker into the fray. Seems fun!

I see you are a scientist... I too am a scientist. It is a pleasure meeting another whom deals with science. I only wish I was creative enough for the arts though... I'm horrible! I'll be lucky if I can draw a stick figure! As for things to do...? Well! There is RP (Fantastic RP btw), Games area, General Discussion, Chit Chat. We even have a chat room! There's lots to do! Hope to see you around!

You should start a new introduction topic and introduce yourself to the community then! Good to see a friend of SRG though! As for Azal! Welcome to Canterlot. You work with leather? Does this mean artistic work or more practical?

Much better! I still feel it is a bit short, but I think there is enough for final review! Now to see what the SRPHS have to say. Please be patient for them to look over your app!

[colour=#CCCCCC]The stallion scoffed loudly at the lecture her received.[/colour][colour=#282828] [/colour][colour=#999999]"Pfft! That's the problem with youngsters these days, far too quick to dismiss the things that seem to be beyond them as pure hyperbole! You doubt the legends of Starswirl? There was a stallion who had in his time weaved spells which made time and reality his to conduct. Even if exaggerations do occur, greatness is as real now as it was then. The youth of Equestria are just willing to settle for less, because there's no reason for them to aspire beyond what they have in front of them!"[/colour][colour=#282828] [/colour][colour=#CCCCCC]Gray declared loudly and with emphasis.[/colour]​ Razor shook his head. "[colour=#0000ff]I'm sorry, but this is where this interesting line of discourse must come to an end. I can see that we do not see eye to eye on this matter as it were, and we have greatly varying ideas of "greatness". It is a simple matter really. Yes greatness is still the same back then as it is today, but not all greatness must be noticed by all, or so I feel. However there will be no convincing you of that, this much is clear to me.[/colour]" Razor was trying to be as polite as he could be to the dense older egotistical stallion who seemed to revel in his own experiences and his supposed greatness. Words without proof mean little to the young doctor. The doctor has stacks of journals and medical related documents that show what his greatness is, and how he has impacted the world in a positive way, but he had never even heard of Grey Lexis. What's more is that Razor tries to keep his ego in check. Miss Marie spoke to Razor with a slight smile on her face. Clearly pleased by the words of praise that had been spoken in her absence. [colour=#008080]“I’m afraid Miss Dancer never learned how to address me properly,”[/colour][colour=#282828] she merrily chuckled; [/colour][colour=#008080]“My full name is Ingrid Marie, and it’s a pleasure to meet you Dr. Gears. Depending on what type of magic you want to learn, yes I will gladly be able to tutor you in my spare time.”[/colour] "[colour=#0000ff]Well no harm has come of it Miss Marie.[/colour]" Razor spoke with a smile. "[colour=#0000ff]At least I was able to learn your proper name.[/colour]" Razor let out a light chuckle. Even though he had had issues with Grey Lexis, he didn't let that stifle him, he's had more obstinate patients before. "[colour=#0000ff]That would be great if you could help me. I'm mostly concerned with teleportation. No matter how I try it always seems to blow up in my face. Okay, well that was only twice, but after two trips to the emergency room, I quickly learned that it wasn't within my ability to learn. At least on my own...[/colour]" Razor said as he forced a smile. Thinking about his failures in magic, though that was the only one he'd admit to, since it had medical documentation, which constantly reminds him, was not pleasant for him in the slightest. At this point another new pony entered the warehouse. This one was a dark red colt. Razor turned and gave a nod in acknowledgement, but Abbot had the good doctor's attention at this juncture. [colour=#ADD8E6]“Well that’s very kind of you.”[/colour] Razor was suddenly handed a clip board with a grid with the numbers of bottles on it. [colour=#ADD8E6]“if you'd like to help it would be much appreciated.”[/colour][colour=#ADD8E6]Before we start I’ll explain exactly what these are and what we’re experimenting on. Now these have been tested several times so there aren’t going to be any adverse reaction, in fact save one instance these haven’t shown any adverse reactions.” [/colour][colour=#ADD8E6]“This bottle contains what is basically soda but with a slight alteration to make it’s carbonation last much longer. What we’ll be testing is the actual flavour. You see, because I’ve tried to make a large variety of flavours I’ve had trouble figuring out how to achieve the desired flavour consistently. Each bottle has a numerical label on it and has different ingredients in it to give a different taste.”[/colour] [colour=#ADD8E6]“For instance this one is…[/colour][colour=#ADD8E6]Aaahh, watermelon.[/colour][colour=#ADD8E6]All I’ll need you to do is write down the flavour in the right column. The pastries I have are just glazed sweet-bread cakes filled with strawberry jelly with an edible ingredient that radiates heat until digested. Keeping the treat warm and fresh until eaten, this one doesn’t need any testing it’s just so we have something tasty to eat. [/colour][colour=#ADD8E6]Now that that’s done, feel free to have as many as you want.” [/colour] Razor was in a bit of awe by the earth pony's fervor for the scientific arts. Razor levitated the pen given to him and wrote down the flavour next to the number that Abbot just drank. "[colour=#0000ff]Watermelon, got it[/colour]." Razor after he finished making the notes. "[colour=#0000ff]Interesting concoction you have there Abbot, I'll perhaps try a bit. Though I have to say, while I'm intrigued by the confectioneries, the idea of a contained and extended exothermic reaction is rather hard for me to swallow.[/colour]" Razor chuckled at himself, he hadn't made a pun since he was a colt, though he was unsure if anypony would pick up on it. As he handed back the pastry to Abbot. Razor took a bottle but before he could drink it the young Licorice drank their bottle and said [colour=#008080]"That tastes like AWESOME!!"[/colour][colour=#282828] She giggled. [/colour][colour=#008080]"..and by awesome, I mean black cherry. The enhanced carbonation really does make a difference. It's a very full, fizzy black cherry flavour. Write that down Razor"[/colour] Razor nodded and wrote down the results. It looked as if it was time for Razor to take the dive. Experiments always intrigued him, and the drinks seemed safe enough though the pastries had him weary due to his knowledge of science. "[colour=#0000ff]Well here goes nothing.[/colour]" Razor levitated the bottle to his lips and took a swig. Razor smiled and looked at Licorice. "[colour=#0000ff]I think our bottles got mixed up miss, surely this bottle belonged to you. This tastes of licorice.[/colour]" Razor said with an air of humour. Turning to Abbot "[colour=#0000ff]I have to say, while it isn't unpleasant, the carbonation is a bit much for me. I can certainly finish the drink, but it is a tad overwhelming.[/colour]" Razor wrote down the results and took another sip, just to confirm. Nodding to himself to in confirmation of his initial assessment. Still... it wasn't bad. Pocket Change started listing the reasons why he wouldn't drink the concoction and Razor laughed, having dealt with potions before, he knew the various reactions. "[colour=#0000ff]You have quite the imagination there Pocket! If any of that were true, we'd see the results in Abbot as it is clear that he self tested the concoctions! Though I'm still weary on the pastries, I've seen enough effects from potions and medicines to know that there should be no real danger from this, other than a bit of excess gas.[/colour]" That aside, Pocket Change seemed to not like Razor much. He couldn't say why, the only person who seemed to take negative to Razor was Grey Lexis. "[colour=#0000ff]Could he be an admirer of that egomaniac Grey Lexis?[/colour]" Razor thought to himself, it could be the only logical reason, but he wouldn't let that get to him. You can't please everyone after all. And if he wanted to make judgement because he was outspoken to an older stallion, then so be it. "[colour=#0000ff]Pizza? I must decline. I've already eaten with some colleagues at a local restaurant before coming here. I was looking forward to pie as a bit of a snack, but I'm not so hungry as to require something heavy like pizza. But I'm sure those who haven't eaten will be delighted to partake in it. Though I'm not sure how it could compare with good ol' Manehattan pizza![/colour]" Razor said with a laugh. He didn't believe that Manehattan pizza was actually superior, but other Manehattanites seemed to only want to eat Manehattan pizza. Apparently all other pizza was inferior according to others he has talked to.

I am well aware that the scarred part is referring to her dad's death. But it is a throw-away line that doesn't have any real impact on your character or how they are played, as it is part of a tragic backstory, which really isn't in the spirit of MLP:FiM.

The Hobbit was intended for children and yet many adults still read and enjoy it. Just because something is intended for children does not mean it is lacking in complexity or depth. Sometimes the opposite is true. I'm not saying that MLP is, because it isn't. But rather it is the simplicity that makes it great. It is earnest with itself. Media does not have to be complex to be entertaining. Looney Toons is exceedingly simple and is still one of the most entertaining cartoons of all time. Same can be said of Animaniacs. In fact, I'd argue that describing something as childish is a poor descriptor of anything. And shouldn't be used as something negative. CS Lewis said this... I think that quote sums things up nicely.