Upcoming SRP System Update

Hello all! I have a fun update for those of you that are interested in the roleplay side of Windrose today.

For those of you that remember the SRP (structured roleplay) system Windrose had in place several years ago, you may remember it being a fairly complex, DnD/tabletop inspired way to write in the world of Windrose.

For some, this system was an in depth, fun way to use their sators and explore the world, but for many it was overly complicated, cumbersome and they found it hard to remember all of the rules surrounding the system.
I’m here to announce that I’ve started work on remaking the system into a much more user friendly, easy to understand way to play! Dice will still be used to make skill rolls, but the new system will be less heavy on math and less dependent on a GM to hold your hand every step of the way.

I’m hoping to bring this new system to Windrose this coming spring or summer, however I need to let you all know a few things in advance. The first being...



Please save any home threads, RP threads or other information in the Structured RP forum that you’d like to keep by March 9th, before everything is removed from public view.

These threads will not be deleted, simply hidden away and more difficult for staff to access, so please save anything you wish to by that date! Note that Home threads will continue to be a part of the system, so if you want to save any descriptions, bios or other information from those threads to post in the new one, make sure to do so!

With that out of the way, I am also going to need some help when it comes to the new system, so I’d also like to announce that I am looking for 2-3 volunteer SRP GMs to help me run the new system.

A GM (or GameMaster) will be in charge of running quests, answering player questions, running in-thread events for players and generally keeping an eye on the system to make sure things are running smoothly. GMs will have full access to ask me questions about lore or running the SRP system should they need, so don’t worry about knowing every detail about Windrose lore or the new system!



What I would like in a GM:
-Activity. Logging in at least 5x a week to check pings, post where needed and answer questions.
-Lore understanding. I don’t expect anyone to know all of the details about windrose lore (it’s a bit all over the place as things stand) but a general understanding of what’s allowed “in canon” is helpful. This isn’t a make or break thing, however, as I’ll be able to fill in gaps in understanding as they arise.
-Experience running or playing tabletops is very helpful as the system will play similarly.
-Access to discord would also be helpful, as it’s the easiest way to contact me and get answers to questions quickly.

The GM position pertains to only the SRP system and will not grant any additional moderator expectations, it is also a volunteer position with no promise of compensation, however bonuses within the system or the occasional on-site items may be gifted in the future. Any bonuses are still TBD.



If you are interested in applying for a GM position, please post in this thread with a bit about yourself and why you’d be interested in being a GM for Windrose’s SRP system.

I’m also happy to hear any desires for the system while it’s still in the works, or answer early questions you may have. Please post any comments or questions in this thread and I’ll review them and answer questions as I work on the new SRP system over the coming months.

I’m hoping it will be a new and fun way for users to play with their sprouts and sators and explore the continent of Cairn!