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| − | An [[Glossary#I|independent]] (or ''indie'') is a player who uses an NPC faction's [[ID]] and [[Glossary#I|IFF]], but does not belong to the corresponding [[Player_Factions|player faction]]. Though many independents display good roleplay and abide by the server rules, others have earned independents a bad name by their poor conduct. The road of an independent is paved with roadblocks, pitfalls and antagonism. However patience, persistence, a healthy respect for the [http://discoverygc.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=4040 Server Rules] will serve you well in your path as an independent. <span style="color:green; font-size:large;">Being an "independent" isn't a bad thing!!,</span> and there are benefits and drawbacks to being an independent, just as there are for being part of a player faction. | + | An [[Glossary#I|independent]] (or ''indie'') is a player who uses an NPC faction's [[ID]] and [[Glossary#I|IFF]], but is unaffiliated with a corresponding [[Player Factions|player faction]]. |
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| − | |+ '''Independent and Faction membership comparisons'''
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| − | |colspan="2"|Even if you are an independent there is an expectation that you will roleplay in the role of your chosen character. (e.g. an LPI pilot will not act like a pirate, but feel free to play as a corrupt cop or whatever else fits a "police" role. Everything is not "Black and White" so use your imagination to spice up your character.
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| − | Choosing to be an independent or to join a faction is dependent on your personality type, time and goals while playing on the server. There is not right or wrong, and you will find that many faction players have independent characters in other factions. The differences produce a different gameplay style. There is no right or wrong.
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| − | *[[Image:BCgreen.jpg]] Satisfaction of making it "on your own"
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| − | *[[Image:BCgreen.jpg]] Be your own "boss". But do be sensible in your play.
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| − | *[[Image:BCyellow.jpg]] You need to develop your ingame and inforum relationships by yourself. This can be time consuming and difficult.
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| − | *[[Image:BCred.jpg]] It can be frustrating gameplay when you have no support when things go bad.
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| − | *[[Image:BCred.jpg]] It can be lonely at times.
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| − | *[[Image:BCred.jpg]] It is easy to be misunderstood, labelled and stereotyped. Good behaviour and setting an example of good roleplay can help break people out of the negative (and false) "oh he's an indy" mindset.
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| − | *[[Image:BCgreen.jpg]] Instant access to a group of people that will usually support and help you.
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| − | *[[Image:BCgreen.jpg]] Can receive roleplay training, and financial support
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| − | *[[Image:BCgreen.jpg]][[Image:BCyellow.jpg]] You have a boss, a leader, and player hierarchy.
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| − | Notable factions without indies are the [[SCRA]], [[Colonial Remnant]], [[Nomads]], [[The Phantom Empire]], [[Aoi Iseijin]], [[Das Wilde]], [[Harvesters]]. If you do want to play in one of these factions you will need to go through the recruitment process, as they require a certain level of roleplay and responsibility. Most other [[NPC Factions]] are "open" - meaning you can play a character independently without joining the Player Faction. Attempts to play a character of the "closed" factions listed below, without permission of the faction, can result in action taken against your character. Please respect this and either apply properly, or don't play an independent character of these factions. Approval is at the factions discretion, and Correct Application is no guarantee that you will be accepted.
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| − | ==SCRA==
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| − | *[http://discoverygc.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=25332&st=6 SCRA Faction Status Post]
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| − | *[http://discoverygc.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=21230&st=130&gopid=663373&#entry663373 SCRA Advice]
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| − | *[http://discoverygc.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=33480 Coalition Recruitment]
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| − | ==Colonial Remnant==
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| − | *[http://discoverygc.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=25332&st=44 Colonial Remnant Faction Status Post]
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| − | *[http://s11.zetaboards.com/FreelancersOfDoom/forum/3000402/ Application for Membership]
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| − | ==Nomads==
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| − | *[http://discoverygc.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=47481 Nomad Trial Application Thread]
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| − | *[http://discoveryfl.com/wiki/index.php?title=Aoi_Iseijin#Recruitment Aoi_Iseijin recruitment information]
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| − | *Das Wilde is similar, but I'm unable to find the recruitment thread. The information about Das wilde being "Closed" might be incorrect. Do your research. [[User:Chovynz| ~Chovynz~ ]] <sup>([[User_talk:Chovynz|Blabs]] • [[Special:Contributions/Chovynz|Ego]]) (Wiki Admin) </sup> 15:04, 17 October 2009 (MDT)
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| − | ==The Phantom Empire==
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| − | *[http://discoverygc.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=25332&st=1 The Phantoms Faction Status Post]
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| − | *[http://discoverygc.com/forums/index.php?act=Msg&CODE=4&MID=118 The Phantoms Recruitment process]
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| | + | Most NPC factions in the game are open to all, and can be joined simply by adjusting a character's reputation to the appropriate stance and mounting the proper ID. There are however a few exceptions to this - NPC factions that were usually introduced at the request of a popular player faction, and are since regulated by the recruitment of that faction. |
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| | + | These factions are: |
| | + | * [[Coalition]] |
| | + | * [[Colonial Remnant]] |
| | + | * [[Nomads]] |
| | + | * [[Wilde]] |
| | + | * [[Phantoms]] |
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| | + | Note that it is impossible to achieve the reputations of the above factions on the Discovery RP 24/7 server without administrator intervention (except Colonial Remnant). Thus, the only way to become part of one of them is to apply for the official faction. |
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An independent (or indie) is a player who uses an NPC faction's ID and IFF, but is unaffiliated with a corresponding player faction.
Most NPC factions in the game are open to all, and can be joined simply by adjusting a character's reputation to the appropriate stance and mounting the proper ID. There are however a few exceptions to this - NPC factions that were usually introduced at the request of a popular player faction, and are since regulated by the recruitment of that faction.
These factions are:
Note that it is impossible to achieve the reputations of the above factions on the Discovery RP 24/7 server without administrator intervention (except Colonial Remnant). Thus, the only way to become part of one of them is to apply for the official faction.
