Random Epic RP Moments

SirenofEntropy

Sometimes, when wandering about in any zone, I sometimes cross paths with RP groups doing their thing. Sometimes, these groups are so well structured and creative that I can't help but stop and watch them, just because it's so interesting. As a former RP'er myself I sometimes wish I could join in, but often don't feel like it's my place to walk in uninvited.

For instance, a week or so ago I came upon a group of Orcs RP'ing as a tribe out in Glenumbra. The people involved were great writers and seemed to play their characters very well. I followed them from a distance for awhile, just watching, as I was greatly entertained by the whole thing. I don't remember any specific character names at this time, but kudos to the people who were involved in that.. I was impressed. This wasn't the first or last occasion for me for stumbling across very entertaining RP moments in this game. I think it's a great element that adds to the atmosphere significantly.

So, I figured I would start a discussion here about this. Please share any interesting/epic/humorous moments you have had when encountering an RP group unexpectedly.

Also, a question for RP groups themselves: How keen are you generally on random people playing along uninvited (provided they're actually attempting to participate in the RP event and not trolling or making fun of you)? I'm curious about this as if I see that the general consensus is that it's ok for people to randomly join in, I may actually feel less awkward about doing it in the future.

For discussion's sake, please keep in mind that this is not a thread to make fun of roleplayers, but to discuss interesting occurrences you may have had with one in the game.

rbenkepub19_ESO

There was a post on here a few weeks ago by a guy who tried to join in with an RP group in a tavern, and all of them put him on ignore. He seemed kind of hurt by it, which seemed to be his reason for posting.

I ran into the same thing with an RP group in Rift once. I tried to participate, but they didn't acknowledge anything I said, and they only responded to each other.

So in the only two examples I know of where an outsider tried to join an RP group, they weren't welcomed. That's not to say all RP groups are like that, but at least some are.

Magister_Aena

A few days ago I was in Riften and saw a few people RPing. One of them petted my Khajiit and said good kitty, so I ran out, procced my werewolf ultimate, came back, transformed, and said I was a bad kitty. Had a few more minutes of good RP before running out for more mat farming.

Sighlynce

When I was on Bleakrock Island, there was a quest with poisoned spiders running around. After I completed the quest I had to go up to an argonian to received payment etc, and this couple where sitting by the fire talking. They had their conv. highlighted in lavender so it caught my eye and they we're talking about how they had survived terrible events to come to where they were and how in love they were etc., I followed a long for a while until I just had to join in. So i say something about how the poison from being bit was coursing through my veins and how I wouldn't last much longer then /playdead.. She rushed to my characters side and he was like can you save the serving girl? and shes saying she hopes so . It was great ! I let her save me then thanked them profusely and ran off .. It was so funny and they just Incorporated me right into the story , it was pretty awesome.

SirenofEntropy

@letohatcheeub17_ESO, I love it when that kind of thing happens.

I don't know why, but I just really enjoy seeing all of the roleplayers while I adventure in Tamriel. For me, it adds to the atmosphere, especially when the RP is really good. It's kind of like those random encounters you'd get in Skyrim and other ES games, except in this case they aren't scripted and are being performed live in front of you by real life people.

It makes wandering around all the more interesting. I think more people should RP in this game, it's like almost the perfect setting for it.

Nova Sky

I've been part of some neat RPs at the vampire shrine in Bangkorai.

It's especially fun when the RP is spontaneous — such as when the Dark Sisterhood was initiating new members — and several nearby vampire players became involved in our guild's RP.

SirenofEntropy

@NovaSky I love spontaneous RP. I actually prefer it over scripted RP as it leads to some intense or hilarious moments at times.

ebondeath

I rarely RP with other people, but last week I had an amusing experience in The Rosy Lion Inn.

After some ridiculous bar dancing antics, I got into talking to this one fellow who was RPing his vampire. To make a long story short, he "killed" a naked orc player, and we got into a very serious discussion on the best way to cook and eat him. The orc was a good sport, he must have sat there doing /playdead for at least half an hour while we discussed spices.

Meanwhile, at a table a few feet away, there were other players engaged in a serious RP. I just had to laugh because between two players who were acting out being sweet on each other, we had dialogue going on about cannibalizing an orc. Must have been confusing for outsiders, but I was very entertained and it's one of my favorite moments I've had in this game.

Inversus

I haven't noticed any rpers in the game, I haven't looked
But now you mention it I'll keep an eye out

RoyMallis

This seems like it will be pretty good festival. I'm especially eager to see how this event will pan out

Thairus wrote: »

Hopefully it is the first festival in the line of many! Hope to see you there @SirenofEntropy‌ !

oh, I almost forgot

New Event: A Riddle Contest has been added to the 7pm EST time slot!

DuelWieldingCheesyPoofs

I never see them ????

Nova Sky

SirenofEntropy wrote: »

@NovaSky I love spontaneous RP. I actually prefer it over scripted RP as it leads to some intense or hilarious moments at times.

Agreed. Since it was spontaneous and off the cuff, it really made it interesting to keep the RP cohesive. It worked, though, for the most part. Some of the funniest moments occurred when non-RPing players popped in and voiced confusion, since most of the non-RP players were there to simply become vampires in order to unlock the dye, or for the sneak benefit.