So... I have a character development problem

[Lord Ajihad]

[member="Lord Ajihad"] Brutal training tactics? No

I suppose that statement could be correct, depending on the master. It's a matter of rules, really. If the Jedi were allowed to utilize more... unorthodox training styles, I'm sure some would take advantage of that. The difference is, the Sith allow this. And just because it's allowed among the Sith, doesn't mean we all use those methods. I could hook you up with some less brutal masters if you decided to join

 

[Ellie Mors]

I suppose that statement could be correct, depending on the master. It's a matter of rules, really. If the Jedi were allowed to utilize more... unorthodox training styles, I'm sure some would take advantage of that. The difference is, the Sith allow this. And just because it's allowed among the Sith, doesn't mean we all use those methods. I could hook you up with some less brutal masters if you decided to join

There are no rules. People just do what they want. My master, for example, chained me to a wall and pumped force lightning through me until I enjoyed it.

Granted that took half a week and I believe by then I wanted to be dead...

But not everyone does the same thing. I think most Sith Lords/masters are guilty of being too soft. It's why I've had so many apprentices. (Psst: The answer is zero).

Can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.

 

[Nyxie]

Never make a character to fill a role or expectation; gain roles and expectations that fulfill your character. ^^
"Padawan" is a job title, not a character concept.

 

[Rika]

Keep in mind, too, that requiring other writers to make your character work is not necessarily a good idea. If you constantly feel like you have to wait on one specific person to post or write with, it can very easily backfire on you. Creating a character is an independent process, they have to be someone that you want to write for your own sake. If you can achieve that, then simply training and master/apprenticing is only one aspect to that character's development. You can then fit into so many different kinds of threads, even solo ones if you feel so inclined.

Just my two cents, but don't let other characters/writers dictate your motivation towards your own character.

 

[Andrea Kryze]

[member="Darth Atrophia"] your master's training tactics sound... interesting...

[member="Lord Ajihad"] I really only know Sith to be brutal. Like when Sidious threw Maul into a freezing pond. That's all I've really heard from them.

[member="Nyxie"] Okay. Thing is, I want a Padawan in the first place.

[member="Jorj Kell"] it's really hard to do that when the whole teacher and master thing is so encouraged. You do have a point though, thanks.


I actually do have a character who has experiences with an npc sith. Tina Daunt. And she hates that sith a lot...

 

[sabrina]

[member="Andrea Kryze"] if you like you can come to the empire for some lessons, and see what you think. Then go back to being a puppy, after you been promoted if you wish.

 

[Rika]

[member="Andrea Kryze"]

I agree. There is a large emphasis on training. But I tend to see this as a result of many writers not really wanting to write a Padawan character, but instead desiring a Knight or Master-level. The only way to get a Knight or Master-level character is to train one up or transfer one. Thus, many writers want to rush through the Padawan phase as much as possible (not implying that they wish to sacrifice story by doing so) and focus almost entirely on training.

If you instead create a Padawan-level character with the intention of writing them as a Padawan, the stress is off quite a lot. You can take your time developing your character as you see fit, and not having to coincide with established norms here.

On the other hand, if it is your desire to grow that character up to Knight and eventually Master in due course, the stress of having training partners becomes greater, however there are plenty of ways to train without simply requiring a single Master. The Jedi Academy Network aims to achieve that by allowing multiple teachers per student, specifically targeting the teacher's strengths for whatever they're training. This also means that you don't solely rely on one person to take care of your Padawan-hood. And I imagine that the other Jedi factions are also negotiable to that extent.

There is always a way.

 

[Nyxie]

[member="Andrea Kryze"] You missed my point, dear. Always worry about the character first and foremost, and let them ease into the roles on their own. Don't worry about anyone or anything else.

 

[Andrea Kryze]

[member="Jorj Kell"] Thanks. I do like how Padawans can develop with their particular teachers. like in the movies and shows (Anakin and Ahsoka, Kanan and Ezra) the idea of multiple teachers is a bit foreign to me (although Ahsoka also have Plo Koon and Obi-Wan teaching her from time to time.) I would like to see my Padawans become knights or even masters, but as padawans they have purposes too. So... :/ I'm a bit of a mixture of both the sides you suggested.

[member="sabrina"] I might make a dark side character, it seems so fun, but I don't want them to be total evil and treated terrible and stuff. I actually have a character, @Tina Daunt , who has a dark side background.

[member="Nyxie"] I understand that. On another rp site the characters usually come before their occupation. Tina Daunt actually came around but I had no idea what faction to put her in. However, given I do want to make another padawan or something, I dunno...

 

[sabrina]

[member="Andrea Kryze"] join and read up on two who just done philosophy part of there training, I show you my ideals but after that you are free to make your own.

 

[Lord Ajihad]

[member="Andrea Kryze"]

Well of course, some Sith are brutal. Jedi are not. That'd be because Jedi have rules against that. Sith do not. Either way, still doesn't mean all Sith do that kind of thing

 

[Andrea Kryze]

[member="sabrina"] I'm listening to the darker Vedera songs ("The Falling Kind" and "Redemption Soon." Excellent songs!) and writing my profile now. I have no idea what tragic, regret filled backstory she has, but she has one...

 

[sabrina]

[member="Andrea Kryze"] well set up thread in training area, and at mention me

 

[Andrea Kryze]

[member="sabrina"] Still working on the profile. I would actually prefer if you looked it over when done and we plan from there.

To everyone: I do have a question. Are you allowed to re-post character sheets as a different thread instead of editing the one you already posted. I want to revamp the style of Carona's sheet, but it would require a new thread to post cause it takes up multiple posts and stuff. :/
[member="Lord Ajihad"] @Nyxie @Jorj Kell [member="Darth Atrophia"]

 

[sabrina]

[member="Andrea Kryze"] will do

 

[Lord Ajihad]

[member="Andrea Kryze"]

Yeah, I do believe you can. However, with the original thread, I'd change the name and put (Old) at the end of it, do people won't get confused while looking for your new char sheet.

 

[Darth Ferus]

/me shakes cane.

Where's the good old days where acolytes feared their masters wrath on failure. Back in my day failing to kill yourself ended with your hearts torn out, and replaced by grotesque artificial ones.

[member="Darth Atrophia"] knows what I'm talkin about.

 

[Andrea Kryze]

[member="Darth Ferus"] Exactly. I don't want my characters going through that. Thank you.

 

[Darth Ferus]

[member="Andrea Kryze"]

If you ever change your mind. <3

 

[Ellie Mors]

[member="Darth Atrophia"] your master's training tactics sound... interesting...
[member="Lord Ajihad"] I really only know Sith to be brutal. Like when Sidious threw Maul into a freezing pond. That's all I've really heard from them.
[member="Nyxie"] Okay. Thing is, I want a Padawan in the first place.
[member="Jorj Kell"] it's really hard to do that when the whole teacher and master thing is so encouraged. You do have a point though, thanks.
I actually do have a character who has experiences with an npc sith. Tina Daunt. And she hates that sith a lot...

Well I killed my master, sooo....