NationStates Trainers - An OOC Organization

[imported_ViZion]

Alright, since it appears many would much prefer just an OOC group over an IC network or alliance, figured we'd just go with an OOC group.

NST is for all players of NS. Newer and veterans alike. If you're an older/experienced RPers here on NS - it doesn't matter PT/MT/PMT/FT/Fantasy, nor does it matter what kind of government or political/religious beliefs your nation holds, or its "evil" or "good" orientation - it would be great if you're willing to help train younger/newer NSers on properly RPing, the do's and don'ts, grammer and spelling issues, and so forth. I'd much rather see a future rival ICly and a friend OOCly than to just walk over a newbie now who makes the mistake of bad RPing and starting a war right away as that may lead to losing a potentially great future RPer.

This is not only for military, but every aspect of the game. Character RPs, economy, military, nation building, diplomacy, and so forth.

Also, this is not limited to helping newer NS'ers, but can also help older NSers improve as well.

For those of you willing to become an NS Trainer, please just post and let us know, and I'll add you.
Also, if you want help on improving, please post here and I'll add your name to the below list. You can also post any questions on here too!

Remember, this is a strictly OOC-based group whose goal is pure and simple: improving everyones RP and knowledge of do's and don'ts, etc here on NS to make RPing much more enjoyable.

Most IRC Users:
/server irc.esper.net
/join #NSTrainers

Chatzilla Users:
irc://irc.esper.net/NSTrainers

Current Training Exercises/Programs:
-None-
Please post if you would like to start one.

Official NationStates Trainers ("NST'er")
ViZion (MT) (AIM: hiroism4ever; MSN: hiro55cool@www.com)
Hyperspatial Travel (FT) (MSN: black_hole_army_13@hotmail.com)
The PeoplesFreedom (MT)
Orthodox Gnosticism (FT) (MSN: OrthodoxGnostic@hotmail.com)
Chronosia (FT)
Nueve Italia (MT)
Trailers (FT) (AIM: xxdontpanicxx)
Xeraph (MT)
Ruthless Slaughter (MT)
Kahanistan (MT)
Wandering Argonians (PT, MT, PMT, FT)
Telros (FT)
Velkya (MT)
Nistolonia (MT, PMT, FT)
Marionetonia (MT, PMT, FT, Fantasy)
Balrogga (FT)
Xiscapia (FT)
Jenrak (MT)
Questers (MT)
The Vuhifellian States (PMT)
Dyelli Beybi (NFT)
Uiri (MT)
Amazonian Beasts (PMT, FT)
Gurguvungunit (PT, MT, FT)
Chronosia (FT)
Kostemetsia (FT)
Layarteb (MT)
Anagonia (MT, PMT, FT, Fantasy)
CoreWorlds (FT) (MSN: fastfalconus@yahoo.com)
No endorse (MT, FT)
Borman Empire (MT) (MSN: obsterray@hotmail.com)
DaWoad (MT, PMT)
Oblivion2 (FT, Fantasy)
The Crimm (PT, MT, PMT)
New Greston (MT) (MSN: MichaelofGreston@hotmail.com)
Christopher Thompson (MT, PT), (MSN: razgrizct@hotmail.com, e-mail: razgriz01@gmail.com)
Dynamic Revolution (PMT)
Lynion (MT, PMT, FT, Fantasy) (MSN: Dark_delta22@hotmail.com)
Rithian (PT, MT)

Those requesting help from NST'ers:
Greal
Oily prata
Neijere
Shansekia
ShogunKhan
Buristan
Empire of Tau
United gaming Leauge
Future-Rome
Bellanusia
SilentScope003
Miamoria
Silver Wolf Republic
Dynamic Revolution
Brutland and Norden
The Vuhifellian States
Ohshucksiforgotourname
Solar Communes
Future-Rome
Bienga
The Philippiniada
Crimean Republic
Azemica
kenavt
Kingarmy
Steelios
Serbian_Soviet_Union
Red Talons
Note: These aren't the only ones to help. Whenever you see a new nation posting, help 'em out, and point them to this thread, too.

Here a few key tips and terms
NS - NationStates
II - International Incidents (the forum you're in right now...)
NST'er - NationStates Trainer (obviously, as posted above)
RP - Roleplay
IC - In Character (meaning your RPing)
OOC - Out of Character (meaning you're posting as yourself, not RPing)
Secret IC - Secret IC post to a specific person, or just for reference
PT - Past Technology
MT - Modern Technology
PMT - Post Modern Technology
NFT - Near Future Technology
FT - Future Technology
Fantasy - Fantasy Technology
n00b - Crappy RPer, no matter how long the person's been RPing
Newbie - Different from n00b in that they're new, but not horrible
Godmod - Basically, cheating.
Open - Anyone can join the RP
Semi-Open - Ask for approval before joining
Closed - Unless specified by the creater of the RP, you can't join
Char RP - Character RP, meaning you're RPing as a specific character, not a nation, company, etc.
Sig - Signature
-Don't use the smilies while roleplaying.
-Using correct spelling and grammer is very important! And this will help you with that...
-Don't start a war right away... rather, start up things such as an embassy, an introduction thread, airport, building up your economy by starting companies, doing peaceful roleplays, and making allies, among other things.
-Ask for help if you need it when growing your nation... most of us are more than willing to help across NS - rather they're an official NST'er or not.
-Set it to allow you to see signatures (See further down on how to)
-Set it to auto subscribe to threads (See further down on how to)
-IC and OOC should NEVER be mixed
-Look at the stickies and ASK FOR HELP.

Nuclear Newbies (and n00bs)
Please note for all you new nations that it is generally said that you will need to wait til around 100 million people before you can begin to make serious progress in your nuclear department. Please do not simply say "I HAVE N00KS! I BOMB YOU!!!" as that gets you nowhere but ignored or laughed at. Or both. And, for good measure, many will proceed to stomp on you anyway, even after ignoring and laughing at you.

Once you DO obtain your first nuclear weapon, please go ahead and test it, but give some description, talking about where it's taking place, etc. Sometimes you'll get retaliation simply for testing it, but you WILL get retaliation if you go out and 'test' it on a population. It's suggested you watch your step here since you likely wont have the military power and allies to cope with such a retaliation that would turn your country into a very large glass bowl.

In addition, with regards to the 100 million population thing, if a larger nation helps you or simply donates such technology to you, that obviously changes things. However, doing it on your own is when that guideline comes in.

How to See Signatures
-Click "User CP" near top left
-Click "Edit Options" on left side
-Under "Thread Display Options" (third section down), select "Show Signature" check box and then hit "Save Changes" at bottom of page.

How to Subscribe to Threads When You Post In It (So you can find thread easily later - EXTREMELY USEFUL!)
-Click "User CP" near top left
-Click "Edit Options" on left side
-Under "Messaging & Notification" (second section down), the second little area says "Default Thread Subscription Mode" - under there select the drop-down box and select "No Email Notification" and then hit "Save Changes" at bottom of page.

[Greal]

interesting idea.

I'm kinda interested in helping New NS players, I may need a little training myself....

[imported_ViZion]

Originally Posted by Greal

interesting idea.

I'm kinda interested in helping New NS players, I may need a little training myself....

I'll put you as requesting help first, that way when you improve you can better assist. Sound like a plan?

[Greal]

Originally Posted by imported_ViZion

I'll put you as requesting help first, that way when you improve you can better assist. Sound like a plan?

Okay, sure....

[Ordo Drakul]

Since the bulk of my gaming experience is tabletop, I'd like a few pointers here and there, but I do have to ask how one finds this thread-will it be a sticky for International Incidents or what?

[imported_ViZion]

Originally Posted by Ordo Drakul

Since the bulk of my gaming experience is tabletop, I'd like a few pointers here and there, but I do have to ask how one finds this thread-will it be a sticky for International Incidents or what?

While being a sticky would definately be preferable (feel free to suggest it, anyone) adding it to peoples signatures and consistant posts would be the other way.

EDIT: See my sig for example...

[Oily prata]

Like Greal, I also want to help, but I feel I need a firmer base first.

[imported_ViZion]

Alright, added you to list of help wanted as well.

[Hyperspatial Travel]

As you know, I lovethe idea of helping. For now, only in my future-tech capacity, however.

If anyone needs me, my MSN is black_hole_army_13@hotmail.com. For everyone's information, I live in Australia, so if you wanna talk, chances are you'd best be off picking someone who lives nearer your timezone.

Also, Ordo Drakul, if you ever need someone to chat to regarding the FT scene, pick me! I adore the Muri, to say the least.

[The PeoplesFreedom]

I'd be willing to help. I can also supply my MSN if wanted.

[Orthodox Gnosticism]

I would be more than willing to aid anyone who wishes it. (FT) MSN OrthodoxGnostic@hotmail.com I had a lot of help from many great players, so I would love to have the chance to give back to others, especially in the FT scene.

[Chronosia]

I shall aid those worthy of my knowledge, and devour the unworthy

NB: Chron has his specialty in FT and is really a rather nice guy under the depraved and roiling evil

[Imperial isa]

Originally Posted by Chronosia

I shall aid those worthy of my knowledge, and devour the unworthy

NB: Chron has his specialty in FT and is really a rather nice guy under the depraved and roiling evil

the ones you want to turn are six planets over

[Nueve Italia]

I'm up for helping the new guys, sure: always thought it was a great idea anyhow.

Just for reference, I'm an MT RPer

[Vojvodina-Nihon]

You want those trainers in green or grey?

I'll provide unofficial (and usually sarcastic) assistance if lessons must be taught. But "groups" and "alliances" just make me assume the people joining them are taking this bit waaaay too seriously.