[krowe]

The Urdaga
" We are the Forsaken, and heaven help anyone who draws down our fury."

The Urdaga on Shadownessence are a Member Team that any interested and devoted fan of Werewolf: the Forsaken can join. It is a badge representing your respect for the game and your willingness to join the Forsaken Ungin, assisting in making the best possible home for Werewolf: the Forsaken. Through the Ungin, an Urdaga can vote on what things a website for such a game line could have, being able to add their own ideas to the pot, and even have them acted upon, thereby gaining those Urdaga Renown. Proposing ideas isn't all a Urdaga can do, however. They will also be able to vote on someone else's proposals, contribute to Shadownessence and gain Renown, participate in Urdaga-only games, contests and events, and ultimately be a part of the revolution that's sure to make the best Forsaken home the Internet has ever seen.

The Urdaga are the front line of Werewolf: the Forsaken on Shadownessence. Through their work and feedback, Shadownessence can help people who're interested in but are unsure about the Uratha. This is essential because by having a greater Forsaken presence on the site, we can make the games more popular. The more popular a game is, the longer Shadownessence can keep it alive. So why would someone want to become an Urdaga? Being part of building an entire site related to the game they love is quite an allure for many people. Add to that the Urdaga will be able to hang with other like-minded people in the Ungin and be pioneers for the game they love--be it through the information they contribute and receive Renown for, or simply by being able to show people that Forsaken games are great--a grand atmosphere blossoms; a bit of myth is created. Shadownessence recognizes the work of the Urdaga, and we show our appreciation of these people by providing them with the Ungin, a place where they can work to bring about a better role-playing experience-–both for themselves and others. In addition, wherever the Urdaga go on Shadownessence, they will be recognized for their dedication by their badges and Rank.

All Urdaga begin as a 'Cub'. They will receive an Urdaga badge under their name and a signature banner that displays their Rank. As an Urdaga spends more time on Shadownessence and contributes to the site where he/she can, he/she can receive Renown and will be considered for his/her first Rite of Passage, where she will become a 'Hunter'. This will be the first in a series of Rites of Passage for the Urdaga as his/her Renown and time spent on the site grow.

Application to the Urdaga

Any user who has been a member of Shadownessence for at least 1 month and made a minimum of 25 posts may apply to the Urdraga to be considered as an Aspirant by simply declaring their intent within this topic. Prospective Aspirants will be recognized once, at the beginning of each month, by the Vilicus, Praefecti, or Urdraga Elders and have until the end of the month to perform Deeds worthy enough to accumulate 3 Renown. Should they fail in this they must reaffirm their intent in the next month and may continue their quest for Renown without losing any that they may have acquired.

An Aspirant who has acquired the necessary Renown and who is not found lacking by the majority of the Urdraga must create a Signature Character using the guidelines found below. Once that is done the Aspirant will undergo the Rite of Initiation, swearing the Oaths of Luna and taking any appropriate Tribal Vows. Only then are they considered a Cub among the Urdraga.

Deeds
Some of the possible Deeds that an Urdraga may perform and the Experience values for them:

· Participation in the Ungin or Forsaken forum discussions (1-2)
· Submission of Forsaken-related artwork (1)
· Submission of Forsaken-related gaming material or article (1)
· Submission of Forsaken-related fiction (1)
· Submission of Forsaken-related book review (1)
· Submission of Forsaken-related weblink (1)
· Contributing to a Forsaken Project (1-2)
· Leading an active Forsaken Project (1)
· Contributing to a Forsaken Event or Contest (1)
· Organizing a Forsaken Event or Contest (1-3)
· Participation in an online Forsaken Chronicle [Must be viewable] (1)
· Posting Actual Play summaries from an offline or private Forsaken Chronicle (1)
· Mentoring a lower Ranking Urdraga or new Aspirant (1)

Signature Characters
Creation Guidelines

As an Urdaga, you will need a Signature Character. This character will be your "spokesperson" during Rites or other Urdraga events and also may be used in various contests. It's most important for you to consider your character's personality and make it one that you would be proud to have represent you.

At a minimum your Signature Character should be comprised of the following:

Name (Common/Human or Deed)
Physical Description (Sex, Age, Height, Weight, Build, Eye Color, Hair Color, etc...)
Personality (Likes, Dislikes, Hopes, Fears, Temperament, etc...)
Auspice
Tribe
Renown

Though it is listed last, Renown is most important as your Signature Character represents your voice and actions as an Urdraga. Your Signature Character will never have any Renown that you yourself did not earn, so consider that when selecting your Auspice and Tribe. It is possible to remain a Ghost Wolf or even Wolf-Blooded until such a time as you can earn the necessary Renown for your desired Auspice or Tribe.

It would also be good to consider the circumstances of your Uratha's First Change and describe it in some detail.

If you wish, you may go further with your Signature Character and create a fully functional character per the standard Werewolf: the Forsaken rules. The Renown limitations mentioned above still apply in this case and the same considerations should be taken.

To delve even deeper into your Signature Character, consider some of the following:

* What is this character's major goal?

* Why is this goal so important to this character?

* Are there any events in the character's past that affect the significance of this goal?

* We are all greatly influenced by our relationship with our parents. How was this character's relationship with his/her parents?

* What kind of people were the parents?

* Did they have any odd beliefs/habits that your character has adopted or is rebelling from?

* What are your character's vices?

* What are your character's pet peeves?

* What is your character's typical daily schedule like?

* What is your character's strong point?

* What is your character's middle name? How does he/she feel about it?

* What about a nickname? Does your character want to be called Ray, or Raymond D. Abernathy the Second?

* Is your character right or left-handed?

* Does your character wear glasses, or contact lenses?

* What about weight? Shoe size? Clothing size?

* What is your character's favorite color? Favorite song?

* What does your character think is his/her best feature? Worst feature?

* Is your character's handwriting neat and precise, or sloppy and unintelligible? Does your character care?

* What kind of car does your character drive? Is it neat and usually washed, or cluttered and "lived-in"?

* Does your character have a collection of anything?

* What is your character's attitude toward money? Is your character a bit of a spendthrift, or prone to spend freely?

* What are your character's hobbies?

* What are your character's talents? Do his/her friends routinely call him/her when they need help in a certain area?

* What is your character most proud of? Most embarrassed about?

* Does your character donate to any charities? Play the stock market? Gamble? Pay child support or alimony?

* Who are your character's heroes?

If you need any help during your application process or in creating your Signature Character, feel free to contact the Forsaken Vilicus, Praefecti, or any of the Urdraga for assistance.

This post has been edited by krowe: 04 December 2007 - 05:31 PM

[Skolis-Ur]

I am interested in this. One question though...are the deeds to earn Renown the same as the deeds to earn Experience?

[krowe]

I'm sorry I didn't catch this at the time.

Renown and Experience are seperate but similar. Renown will be awarded by the Urdraga for exemplary behavior as well as individual Deeds of worth. Experience is a measuring stick of your accumulated Deeds as well as a means of improving your Signature Character should you choose to create a fully function WtF persona.

This progression of this system is still in its infancy and will undergo some larger changes to account for the broader range of availability for Member Teams as opposed to the old Usergroups. At this time, the Urdraga will continue to use this system as much as it is viable and our top priority is to address the necessary alterations and additions.

[Skolis-Ur]

Ok, back on the forum after a little absence. Still interested, will be posting regularly again soon.

[zenten]

I'm confused. Must I have equivalent renown for my avatars tribe and auspice, and if so, what deeds give which type of renown?

[krowe]

Yes, if you are looking to have a signature character of a particular Tribe or Auspice then you must exemplify the types of the Renown that support them. Just as in the game, if you do not show proficiency in the means upheld by a Tribe they have no reason to admit you. Presumably, you have selected an Auspice for your signature character that suits you, so displaying the Renown attributed to that role should also not be difficult.

If either seem difficult, this could be a sign of one of two things: You have chosen a Tribe or Auspice that doesn't suit you as well as you think or the mechanics don't suit the uniqueness of your outlook. Both are worth consideration though neither is really bad.

Always remember (and I cannot really emphasize this enough) you are presenting your signature character as your presence here made manifest and not just as a character that you would like to play. It should be you stylistically converted into a Forsaken representation. Hopefully this stylized you is something that you would like to play, since (at least to me) it shows that you have the heart of a Werewolf just waiting to express itself further.

This post has been edited by krowe: 24 May 2007 - 04:33 PM

[zenten]

Thing is, I'm not sure how one can gain things like Glory and Purity on the forum here. It's not like I can go kill people or make sure to hunt all my own food on the forum.

[krowe]

Thing is, I'm not sure how one can gain things like Glory and Purity on the forum here. It's not like I can go kill people or make sure to hunt all my own food on the forum.

Is it any harder than proving your Honor or Cunning? Your actions here are judged by others as displaying those qualities. Renown isn't just about how you defeat enemies, it is about how you live your life and are viewed by others.

Your participation and contribution in regular discussions, contests, or projects (be they site, team, or just personal) is what you will be judged on. Adhering to site rules and good conduct can display Purity, helping others resolve their confusion could display Wisdom, avoiding trolls or flames could display Honor, finishing a well-written project could display Glory, and a particularly stunning contest entry could display Cunning. It is all up to interpretation.

I have said before that this whole system is in its infancy and few Urdraga have remained of late to work further on it, so it is subject to further refinement as we see it in operation.

[Nopp]

Consider this a application to undergo the initiation into your Tribe, Urdaga.


Recently, have been running Werewolf, and thouroughly enjoying it, and soon I will be playing in a Forsaken game as well. Considering my growing interest in the game, and that I am in every other nWoD group and shouldn't leave the Uratha out.

So, if you want, use me as your guinea pig for the new system. I'm hoping to display the Honour necessary for initiation into the Iminir, and whatever Auspice the Lune choirs think suit my Noppy self.

[krowe]

I have come to a decision after a long and troublesome period of contemplation:

The Urdraga, my pack, are dead.

While I believe strongly in the requirements and responsibilities that were selected before, holding to them is impeding the growth of this forum and so in face of stagnation I am throwing the doors of the Urdraga Member Team wide open.

Any who have expressed a desire to join the Member Team, please re-post here or PM me if you are still interested and we can begin rebuilding a pack to patrol this territory. My only condition is that all Urdraga be able to devote time to supporting Forsaken and this forum. Or, in other words, don't join just so that you can say you are a member.

[TSHamby]

Being a prodigal son of the Urdaga myself, I believe this to be a sound decision. As Alpha, you much do what is best for the pack and keep it healthy. You have my support, such as it is currently, and I hope to be returning to some level of activity soon ...

[TSHamby]

Yo! Just wanted to let y'all know I'm still around ... although in a far different seeming that y'all were previously accustomed.

[Sasha Wave Runner]

Yo! Just wanted to let y'all know I'm still around ... although in a far different seeming that y'all were previously accustomed.

Yeah, you've been betwitched by those fae. *ducks*

[anodyr]

Dont know how current this thread still is, but Ive submitted my request to join the membergroup.

I'm feeling quite passionate about WtF, having reimmersed myself in all things Forsaken, and would dearly like to try and do something to fan the embers of wolf-love on these forums.

(As an aside, I actually loved the original idea of being able to gain renown etc through contributing to the forum, and, although I can see how it might have put people off trying to join in its first incarnation, I believe it has a great deal of merit and could work well as a system for advancement for users once they have entered the member group.)