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Bazinga · 12-14-2016, 07:43 PM

Roleplaying Grammar

We’ve noticed that more and more members who create RP’s wish for those joining to have proper grammar when writing. The following are a few tips on how to achieve this.

Capitalization: When RPing, it is much neater and easier to read a post if one uses capital letters in the correct places; particularly at the beginning of a sentence, names of characters, or names of places such as Hogwarts.

Spelling: It’s a great idea to have proper spelling when role-playing. If you aren’t certain how to spell a word, open up a word processor and type your RP paragraph there. The mistakes, if there any, will be highlighted. It is also understood that English is not the first language of all members here, and though we have not had any issues with this, please do not discriminate against those whose spelling may not be up to par with your standards.

Periods and other punctuation: It’s always easier to understand someone's roleplaying when periods and commas are introduced in their appropriate places. Ex: Periods at the end of sentences and commas when making a list (I have a basket of apples, bananas, oranges, and pears.) Also, if your character is posing a question, be sure to place a question mark symbol after the question. If you wish to combine two words such as did not into a contraction, an apostrophe should be used: didn’t.

Paragraphs: Paragraphs are a plus with role-playing. If you’re the type that enjoys writing long posts, breaking it into multiple paragraphs makes it easier for others to read and follow your ideas. One long paragraph may tend to confuse or frustrate the reader.

Quotations: When your character is speaking to another character, quotation marks should be used. It tends to be confusing when the words that are being spoken are part of the sentence, with no distinguishing marks offsetting the speech from the action.

Example: Lucy walked briskly through the grounds, only slowing once as she noticed a close friend. “Hello Jennifer!” She called, waving with a smile before she continued on her way.

Text Speak: This should not happen in the RP, this form of writing is leaving letters out as you type quickly or text a person.
Example: ?4u, lke, bby

Abbreviations: These like text speak should not be used in the RP unless it is for common used words such as Mr., Mrs., Ave.

12-14-2016, 07:43 PM	#4 (permalink)
Bazinga MO & DMGS Forest Troll Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 27,991 Hogwarts RPG Name: Kirsten Delbin Hufflepuff Fifth Year Hogwarts RPG Name: Mateo Theodore Slytherin Fifth Year x11 x9	Puff by day, snake by night \| Mj's bestie \| Always UP to Something... Roleplaying Grammar We’ve noticed that more and more members who create RP’s wish for those joining to have proper grammar when writing. The following are a few tips on how to achieve this. Capitalization: When RPing, it is much neater and easier to read a post if one uses capital letters in the correct places; particularly at the beginning of a sentence, names of characters, or names of places such as Hogwarts. Spelling: It’s a great idea to have proper spelling when role-playing. If you aren’t certain how to spell a word, open up a word processor and type your RP paragraph there. The mistakes, if there any, will be highlighted. It is also understood that English is not the first language of all members here, and though we have not had any issues with this, please do not discriminate against those whose spelling may not be up to par with your standards. Periods and other punctuation: It’s always easier to understand someone's roleplaying when periods and commas are introduced in their appropriate places. Ex: Periods at the end of sentences and commas when making a list (I have a basket of apples, bananas, oranges, and pears.) Also, if your character is posing a question, be sure to place a question mark symbol after the question. If you wish to combine two words such as did not into a contraction, an apostrophe should be used: didn’t. Paragraphs: Paragraphs are a plus with role-playing. If you’re the type that enjoys writing long posts, breaking it into multiple paragraphs makes it easier for others to read and follow your ideas. One long paragraph may tend to confuse or frustrate the reader. Quotations: When your character is speaking to another character, quotation marks should be used. It tends to be confusing when the words that are being spoken are part of the sentence, with no distinguishing marks offsetting the speech from the action. Example: Lucy walked briskly through the grounds, only slowing once as she noticed a close friend. “Hello Jennifer!” She called, waving with a smile before she continued on her way. Text Speak: This should not happen in the RP, this form of writing is leaving letters out as you type quickly or text a person. Example: ?4u, lke, bby Abbreviations: These like text speak should not be used in the RP unless it is for common used words such as Mr., Mrs., Ave. __________________ Last edited by emjay; 03-03-2019 at 04:05 PM.