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Hola, here's an update on a game idea from way back: http://rpanons.dreamwidth.org/57421.html?thread=174694221#cmt174694221

EMPIRICA is an exploration and political game where characters choose between helping an Empire develop its colonies to higher states of civilization or joining Insurgents in their struggle for independence. Each faction influences the overarching plot toward victory for one or the other.

The game will consist of lots of action, conspiracies, space battles and a generous dose of moral ambiguity. The metaplot revolves around rising tension between the two sides, either in the form of all-out physical fights or more covert means. Those playing Assets can expect more exploration, strategic and diplomatic plots while those playing Insurgents will see more emphasis on survival, information gathering and finding ways to trip up the Empire. Daily interactions between the two are limited, but there will be frequent opportunities for everyone to mingle.

In addition, we want players to take part in building this universe by pitching your own journeys to worlds of your own creation in the form of secondments or side missions. These will have bearing on the overarching plot and we may use your planet as the characters' next destination.

Conflict between the two sides is the game's main fixture and we appreciate any player plots that serve to heighten this by advancing the faction they're fighting for, whether by securing the support of a colony to clamp down on insurgency or by gathering supplies to build a device to intercept the Empire's messages. Espionage, diplomacy, tech-building and other activities can make a bigger impact on the plot than physical battles.

But remember: winning a hundred battles may very well cost you the war.

I've worked out a metaplot element that will explain why the rebel group and this one specific crew will keep rubbing shoulders. Hint: is it empirica for empire or for empirical? ;) What I still need is a few helping hands! You can PM me or go straight to the form: http://signa.dreamwidth.org/3862.html

I'm happy to address any questions and concerns here too. Thank you!

go away hedge

No sir, I am not nor have I ever been, a member of the Hedge party.

But he sure sounds like someone I should keep a look out for!

this is my dream come true

i don't have time to mod but i hope you find comods and get this game off the ground soon

Thank you! I hope you join us then :)

I think this looks really stellar and I know there are players out there right now that could use this sort of thing, if it hits the ground running. Good luck!

Thank you!

Also commenting to say this sounds neat! I'm not sure if I have time to mod right now, but I look forward to this game :)

Thank you so much. Look forward to seeing you join us :)

Do you have any idea when a test drive would be, or is that dependent on how much help you get?

It's somewhat dependent on how much help I get, yes. For the time being, I expect to post a test drive in late August or early September (labor day weekend seems like a good time).

oh god, i'm already thinking of joining a game. i'm not sure if i could manage two.

with that said, i'm wondering if i could put my space strategist in there if i could make him command a ship, or even a fleet.

Space strategist! How exciting. He would be able to earn himself an entire fleet whether he chooses to side with the Empire or the Insurgents. As an Asset, he would have to demonstrate his capability and loyalty to the Empire to be granted a fleet. The road will be harder and longer if he pursues this as an Insurgent as that means he may need to either rob a fleet from the Empire, which won't be easy, or build one from scratch by collecting parts along the way.

wow, this sounds really cool!! I would jump on a tdm in a heartbeat.

Thank you! It's coming soon :)

Oooh. Another anon here who'd definitely be on board for playing, though I'm still on the fence about whether I have time to mod. Good luck with mod apps in the meantime!

Thank you so much!

i've never been a mod so i'll have to think about whether or not i can handle that, but this looks so neat! are mods going to remain anonymous or will players know who they are?

I've decided to remain anonymous for the time being, but the other mods won't be confined by my choice and may reveal themselves if they want. Mods won't be anonymous to each other. This is my first time too, so lack of moderating experience isn't an issue! Hope you decide to join us :)

Hello, thank you to everyone who's stepped up to volunteer and everyone who's helped spread the word. I really appreciate it! I'm hoping to get the mod team together in early August, so I'll be closing the application on July 31. This is in no way a hard deadline and I welcome late submissions, it's simply a rough timeline I hope to follow. Thank you so much everyone!

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MOD APPS CLOSING JULY 31