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Realistic or Modern The Illustrious - HBCU RP

Aato

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Welcome!

We're once again rebooting this lovely HBCU RP and looking for fresh dedicated faces to add to the student body and more!

Check it out below, read the FAQ, and feel free to ask any questions that have not already been answered. And if everything's clear, let us know you're interested!























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    The Illustrious.



    G
    oing to college is one thing, plenty of people wish to experience in their lifetimes. It’s a time to open new doors, make new friends, find the love of your life, and just… Find yourself. But what isn’t always talked about is how important the choosing of the college is. Sure one could go to Princeton, Yale, Harvard, or Drexel… But even out of those schools, there is one that is not only equal to them but excels way above what they were and ever could be.

    Dubbed ‘The Campus in the Trees’, Dubois University is here and ready to make itself known. Being the country’s best in basketball, being in top ranks of Law, Business, Computer Science, and Engineering, this school is nothing but the best and those within it have been nicknamed ‘The Illustrious’. Oh, did we forget to mention it’s an HBCU?

    With over 15,000 students, while it may paramount those who try to take it down, it doesn’t mean it isn’t filled with drama. From friends to frenemies, baes to hurt baes, baby mommas and baby daddies, there isn’t a dull moment on campus.

    It’s now a new year and the new freshmen have finally arrived- ready to take on the school and earn the title of being ‘illustrious’. The only question is- How far are they willing to go to get it?































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F.A.Q.
(This is for everything not explicitly stated in the overview OR that is commonly rehashed. While this is a running list, please read the overview first, then refer to this list. Feel free to reach out if you need clarification.)

"The overview mentions AkuTheWolfOkami and Melanin-Gxdess as GM's. Who are you?"
Hi! I'm your friendly neighborhood Aato, also known as Mel & Aku's helper for this RP.

"How many roles can I have?"
There are no roles! They are only present to give you ideas for character archetypes, but you are not confined to them.

"Okay, it's an HBCU. What sets it apart from other university RPs?"
While this roleplay has a focus on (but not limited to) BIPOC students, it is essentially like any other university RP. However, you will be more likely to encounter the social & political issues (in RP, of course) that are significant within BIPOC communities. If this makes you uncomfortable, we appreciate your interest, but kindly implore you not to join.

"What if I'm interested, but can't join right now?"
This RP occasionally re-opens for "soft reboots" where we recruit a couple of new members at a later date and revamp the story. Look out for those!

"When does the RP close for new members?"
There is no set date. Whenever we feel we have enough people/characters for a solid RP. Aku and Mel will keep you posted.

"Where does this RP take place?"
This RP will function through RpN, Discord, and sometimes GoogleDocs. See overview for further details.

"Where is the character page?"
You can now find it linked in the overview, as well as here.

"Are there any writing requirements?"
This RP leans toward semi-literate. We certainly encourage more but will tolerate a post of two paragraphs at least once a week as the bare minimum. In between posting, you should be active within the group, in and out of character. These are both elaborated on within the Discord and the latter will make more sense once you see the layout. We are willing to be flexible about these under circumstances.



Happy RPing!
-- Aato

Character examples from a previous version of this RP.
 
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Yes hello, I’m back again. If you’ll have meee.
 
Hi I am still new to the site for the most part (joined in April) so I don't know what HBCU means. Can someone elaborate please? This RPG does have my interest otherwise.
 
Hi I am still new to the site for the most part (joined in April) so I don't know what HBCU means. Can someone elaborate please? This RPG does have my interest otherwise.
Hi, I thought I said it in the overview, but I guess I didn't lol.

HBCU stands for Historically Black Colleges and Universities. These were schools created often during a time where it was hard for Black Americans to get accepted into colleges because racism.

Though now it is much easier for black americans to get into the other schools (still some underlying issues) the culture at HBCU is vastly different than at their Predominantly White Institute (PWI) counterparts.

Hope that explains it.
 
Awww okay thanks, I had no idea. Mmm, I think I'll pass then. I am as white as one can get so I am use to playing those kinds of chars. I wish ya'll the best though and thanks!
 
Awww okay thanks, I had no idea. Mmm, I think I'll pass then. I am as white as one can get so I am use to playing those kinds of chars. I wish ya'll the best though and thanks!
No problem enjoy.

For any other prospective player, let's be very clear. White characters are welcomed and wanted. You as a player just have to be comfortable with the topics that may arise.
 

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