Roleplay information
Gensokyo is a casual RP region, and it's approach is freeform - there are no hard rules aside from general RP courtesy. Lit, semi-lit, para, it's up to you and your RP partner!
...That said, I understand some people like at least a little background to their RP. So here's something to get you started!
...That said, I understand some people like at least a little background to their RP. So here's something to get you started!
For those familiar with Touhou...
All windows games up to Touhou 18 (the most recent shooter) are considered canon to the timeline. You are allowed to play canon characters, but please don't be defensive about doubles!
For those unfamiliar with Touhou / General background
Gensokyo exists on an alternate plane, separated from the 'real world' by the Great Hakurei Barrier. It's a world where youkai roam free, though humans also occupy Gensokyo - though humans are generally at odds with youkai because youkai are known to, well, be youkai, and attack humans.
The general time period is a vague mish-mash of periods of Japanese history, however modern technology imported from the real world exists.
That said, the dress code is inconsistent, with a heavy lean towards fantasy and Japanese fashion.
The overall RP theme is fantasy, slice of life, and occasional combat! The HUD Gensokyo uses (GPHUD) offers dice-roll combat, though you're free to use whatever HUDs or meters you'd like as long as it's not a griefing tool. Coordination with your RP partner is key!
There is currently no overarching story, unless one happens? We'll see.
The general time period is a vague mish-mash of periods of Japanese history, however modern technology imported from the real world exists.
That said, the dress code is inconsistent, with a heavy lean towards fantasy and Japanese fashion.
The overall RP theme is fantasy, slice of life, and occasional combat! The HUD Gensokyo uses (GPHUD) offers dice-roll combat, though you're free to use whatever HUDs or meters you'd like as long as it's not a griefing tool. Coordination with your RP partner is key!
There is currently no overarching story, unless one happens? We'll see.
Character creation - what to keep in mind
While canonically Gensokyo only contains humanoids, humanoid youkai, and other various non-humanoid youkai and creatures, there are no limits to the character options.
Though, considering the theme, an anime avatar would be most appropriate.
There's no hard dress code either, but consider it would be a bit odd to see someone decked out in cyberpunk gear in the middle of historic Japan.
Make sure your character abides with rule #2 - keep it SFW.
Yes, you can play a shapeshifter/god/ultimate entity, but keep in mind;
People won't really enjoy roleplaying with a character who can solve everything instantly / defeat everything in one hit.
Consider canon characters like Yukari or Yuuka, who are stated to be super-powerful, but still allow themselves to be defeated.
Though, considering the theme, an anime avatar would be most appropriate.
There's no hard dress code either, but consider it would be a bit odd to see someone decked out in cyberpunk gear in the middle of historic Japan.
Make sure your character abides with rule #2 - keep it SFW.
Yes, you can play a shapeshifter/god/ultimate entity, but keep in mind;
People won't really enjoy roleplaying with a character who can solve everything instantly / defeat everything in one hit.
Consider canon characters like Yukari or Yuuka, who are stated to be super-powerful, but still allow themselves to be defeated.