Post by Mara on Dec 18, 2009 18:18:29 GMT -5
Okay, it's time for you to start nominating for the Awards voting!
Hopefully this new two-part process will eliminate the troubles of last time when there were multiple ties and 3- and 4-way winners. We love recognizing everyone, but it's just more fun when there is a clear winner.
Nominating Rules/Guidelines:
1). It's simple, really. It's pretty much the same as last time, except we're doing this in two parts; this being the first: nomination stage.
Fill out the below form (code at the bottom of post) as completely as you want. Don't feel a need to nominate someone for all categories if you don't want to. Just fill it out to the best of your ability. Any and all nominations will be awesome. It'll give us a bigger pool to vote out of for the second round of voting.
You may either post your nominations here in this thread, or PM them to me. Though, this is only the nomination stage, so there shouldn't be any need for anonymity right now. But, still, I will accept either way.
2). Along with your nominations, you need to provide a reason for nominating that character/member. Just a few simple words will do. This is not to try to cause trouble or anything; we are recognizing the hard work of our members here. So try to come up with a well-thought-out reason for your vote, instead of making a random list.
Also, for some of the categories, a link may be needed, i.e. for Best IC post. Plus, please list, for all the character categories, (including those with multiples, like Best Group) the member(s) who created it along with your nomination.
3). You can nominate only ONE (1) choice per category.
Your nominations must be for completed accepted active characters and not NPCs or inactive characters. (Active is qualified by having posted within the last six months or so/since the last Awards). The only exception are the bio categories; these don't have to be active characters, since they are only bios.
You are not allowed to nominate yourself or your characters. This means you can't pick a duo/group/thread or anything else your character is involved in. (There are other characters, groups and storylines out there besides your own).
Since the Awards are only twice a year, you may still nominate a character/member who did win last year. MOTM/TOTM repeat win rules do not apply here.
4). You cannot nominate one (1) single character in more than THREE (3) categories. Try to think of all the characters; not just a select few.
You cannot nominate one (1) single member in more than ONE (1) member category.
Any nomination not following any of the above rules will not be counted in the final tally to create the voting list.
Other Information:
Nominations will continue up to January 31st.
Afterwards, nominations will be closed, and the top 3 in each category will be tallied up, and we will begin part two: voting.
Any questions/suggestions, please PM me.
Here is a to last summer's Awards results.
Awards:
Character Awards:
Best Civilian Bio:
With civilians, the galaxy wouldn't be the well-oiled machine that it is. Here is your chance to recognize those behind-the-scenes, the movers, the shakers.
Best Military Bio:
The defenders of the Republic, or those that fight to tear down the governing powers. Recognize the best military character, before they even stepped into battle.
Best Fringe Bio:
Who just made you feel they were the scum of the galaxy, just by reading their bio?
Best Jedi Bio:
The carriers of peace and justice, using the Force for the good of the galaxy. Which bio after you read it, just screamed out 'Jedi' to you?
Best Dark Jedi Bio:
Those who wield the dark side of the Force. Here you can recognize the baddest of the bad. Which bio best embodies a dark Jedi?
Best Overall Bio:
Even before they’ve interacted with the other characters on the board, there are some characters who have an amazing back story, some are humourous, others heart-wrenching. But which is the best?
Strongest Non-Force User Character:
If you like a good fight scene, this is the award for you. In this Galaxy there are a flurry of characters all seeking to prove their worth, best their opponent, but who do you think is the best combatant?
Strongest Force User Character:
Jedi, Sith and Dark Jedi have all had their fair share of epic battles, but which is the strongest? The one you most certainly wouldn’t want to bump into in a dark alley.
Coolest Character:
Each character has their own air about them, but which is the coolest? The one which has a certain air about them which just makes you stare in awe.
Wisest Character:
The Jedi Masters, Sith Lords, generals, senators, aristocrats. They may not always be in the fighting, but their decisions echo across worlds. These are the proud teachers, the subtle plotters, the politicians and the strategist. The true mastermind.
Funniest Character:
Let’s face it, there’s always that one character who just makes you laugh when they post. They’re the comedy relief, the funniest character.
Most Unique Character:
You know they're out there, those characters that don't fit until any category. They're odd. They're off the wall. But without them, the story would be dull. These characters fit in where no one else would. Who is the most unique?
Best Hero/Heroine, male and female (2 characters):
Who encompasses all that is good in the galaxy? If you could call one character to rescue you, who would it be?
Best Baddie, male and female(2 characters):
The last guy you would want to be stuck with in a dark alley. Who strikes fear into everyone's hearts, sometimes without speaking?
Heart throb:
You know the guy. The one all the ladies swoon over whenever he enters the room. Who is the sexiest character on the forum?
Hot mama:
All the men turn into bumbling idiots when she's around. Just one smile from her and their hearts melt. Which woman turns you on?
Best Duo (2 characters):
For the dynamic duo out there. Which two characters know each other the best? Which two have the perfect connection between them that gives them a story all their own? To the padawans and their masters, the lovers, the friends, the drunk and the bartender.
Best Group (3-10 characters):
Some characters travel in packs, either as a well-oiled team or a haphazard gathering of people with the same interests at heart. Who do you think is the best group in the galaxy?
Best Civilian Character:
This award goes to whoever you think is the best civilian, that character who sticks their nose where it doesn't belong, a senator that makes it his business to know everything, a celebrity who everyone loves. Simply, the best civilian on the forums.
Best Military Character:
That straight-laced man or woman who follows orders like no tomorrow. Whether defending the Republic or attempting to bring it down, or fighting for the glory of Mandalore, who is the best soldier around?
Best Fringer Character:
Smugglers, mercenaries, grey Jedi, all those shady characters trying to make their way in the world. Who best epitomizes "scum of the galaxy"?
Best Jedi Character:
That one Jedi character who best embodies the way of the Force, defender of peace and justice. This award goes to the best well-rounded Jedi.
Best Dark Jedi Character:
The shadows become alive. Simply, who you think is the evilest and best dark Jedi around.
Best Overall Character:
Best character is the award given to the character that is the most original, most thought-out, and most realistic. Simply the best character on the boards, the most well-rounded overall character.
Best Storyline:
This one goes out to the player who has come up with the best plotline, the one whose story captivates the reader and leaves them wanting more.
Best Battle:
This award goes to all the bloodthirsty players who can’t get enough of a battle. It can be a fight for an entire world, or it can be a fight between two characters. This is the one that keeps you guessing. The one where the people who aren’t even a part of it read and start rooting for one side or another.
Best Duel:
This award goes to those in the practice duel board. Sometimes the best battles aren't part of the storyline. Which is the duel that makes you wish there was just one more round, one last score to settle between two characters?
Best Post IC:
That post. Scroll back through the old threads and try to find it again. That one post that captured the moment perfectly. Where the writer poured everything they had into one solid post that was perfect.
Member Awards:
Friendliest Member:
At Star Wars Universe Roleplay we like to think we have a friendly member base, but who do you think is the friendliest? Someone who goes out of their way to welcome new members or to say hi or to help someone out? Is there a member who always manages to keep that upbeat attitude of theirs every single time you talk to them, can you think of a member who never ceases to be cheery?
Funniest Member:
With the odd bunch we’ve collected there are quite a number of jokers on the forum, who makes you laugh the most?
Most Creative Writer:
Often the best writer doesn’t necessarily mean they’re that creative, but there are some who have a great imagination and they capture it in words extremely well. Great use of imagery, metaphors and similes to really create a beautiful scene for others to envision. Which member do feel does that best?
Most Realistic Writer:
It’s not all about creating a great mental image, making the story and events seem real are also an important part of writing, but which member can do this the best?
Best Overall Writer:
The big one. Which player is it? The one who can write like no other? Write on all levels, from talking to another character, to fighting the good fight, to planning a battle, to the whole storyline. This is the one that you couldn’t have the story without. Someone who can write in just about any area. The Best Most Well-Rounded Writer at SWURP.
Hopefully this new two-part process will eliminate the troubles of last time when there were multiple ties and 3- and 4-way winners. We love recognizing everyone, but it's just more fun when there is a clear winner.
Nominating Rules/Guidelines:
1). It's simple, really. It's pretty much the same as last time, except we're doing this in two parts; this being the first: nomination stage.
Fill out the below form (code at the bottom of post) as completely as you want. Don't feel a need to nominate someone for all categories if you don't want to. Just fill it out to the best of your ability. Any and all nominations will be awesome. It'll give us a bigger pool to vote out of for the second round of voting.
You may either post your nominations here in this thread, or PM them to me. Though, this is only the nomination stage, so there shouldn't be any need for anonymity right now. But, still, I will accept either way.
2). Along with your nominations, you need to provide a reason for nominating that character/member. Just a few simple words will do. This is not to try to cause trouble or anything; we are recognizing the hard work of our members here. So try to come up with a well-thought-out reason for your vote, instead of making a random list.
Also, for some of the categories, a link may be needed, i.e. for Best IC post. Plus, please list, for all the character categories, (including those with multiples, like Best Group) the member(s) who created it along with your nomination.
3). You can nominate only ONE (1) choice per category.
Your nominations must be for completed accepted active characters and not NPCs or inactive characters. (Active is qualified by having posted within the last six months or so/since the last Awards). The only exception are the bio categories; these don't have to be active characters, since they are only bios.
You are not allowed to nominate yourself or your characters. This means you can't pick a duo/group/thread or anything else your character is involved in. (There are other characters, groups and storylines out there besides your own).
Since the Awards are only twice a year, you may still nominate a character/member who did win last year. MOTM/TOTM repeat win rules do not apply here.
4). You cannot nominate one (1) single character in more than THREE (3) categories. Try to think of all the characters; not just a select few.
You cannot nominate one (1) single member in more than ONE (1) member category.
Any nomination not following any of the above rules will not be counted in the final tally to create the voting list.
Other Information:
Nominations will continue up to January 31st.
Afterwards, nominations will be closed, and the top 3 in each category will be tallied up, and we will begin part two: voting.
Any questions/suggestions, please PM me.
Here is a to last summer's Awards results.
Awards:
Character Awards:
Best Civilian Bio:
With civilians, the galaxy wouldn't be the well-oiled machine that it is. Here is your chance to recognize those behind-the-scenes, the movers, the shakers.
Best Military Bio:
The defenders of the Republic, or those that fight to tear down the governing powers. Recognize the best military character, before they even stepped into battle.
Best Fringe Bio:
Who just made you feel they were the scum of the galaxy, just by reading their bio?
Best Jedi Bio:
The carriers of peace and justice, using the Force for the good of the galaxy. Which bio after you read it, just screamed out 'Jedi' to you?
Best Dark Jedi Bio:
Those who wield the dark side of the Force. Here you can recognize the baddest of the bad. Which bio best embodies a dark Jedi?
Best Overall Bio:
Even before they’ve interacted with the other characters on the board, there are some characters who have an amazing back story, some are humourous, others heart-wrenching. But which is the best?
Strongest Non-Force User Character:
If you like a good fight scene, this is the award for you. In this Galaxy there are a flurry of characters all seeking to prove their worth, best their opponent, but who do you think is the best combatant?
Strongest Force User Character:
Jedi, Sith and Dark Jedi have all had their fair share of epic battles, but which is the strongest? The one you most certainly wouldn’t want to bump into in a dark alley.
Coolest Character:
Each character has their own air about them, but which is the coolest? The one which has a certain air about them which just makes you stare in awe.
Wisest Character:
The Jedi Masters, Sith Lords, generals, senators, aristocrats. They may not always be in the fighting, but their decisions echo across worlds. These are the proud teachers, the subtle plotters, the politicians and the strategist. The true mastermind.
Funniest Character:
Let’s face it, there’s always that one character who just makes you laugh when they post. They’re the comedy relief, the funniest character.
Most Unique Character:
You know they're out there, those characters that don't fit until any category. They're odd. They're off the wall. But without them, the story would be dull. These characters fit in where no one else would. Who is the most unique?
Best Hero/Heroine, male and female (2 characters):
Who encompasses all that is good in the galaxy? If you could call one character to rescue you, who would it be?
Best Baddie, male and female(2 characters):
The last guy you would want to be stuck with in a dark alley. Who strikes fear into everyone's hearts, sometimes without speaking?
Heart throb:
You know the guy. The one all the ladies swoon over whenever he enters the room. Who is the sexiest character on the forum?
Hot mama:
All the men turn into bumbling idiots when she's around. Just one smile from her and their hearts melt. Which woman turns you on?
Best Duo (2 characters):
For the dynamic duo out there. Which two characters know each other the best? Which two have the perfect connection between them that gives them a story all their own? To the padawans and their masters, the lovers, the friends, the drunk and the bartender.
Best Group (3-10 characters):
Some characters travel in packs, either as a well-oiled team or a haphazard gathering of people with the same interests at heart. Who do you think is the best group in the galaxy?
Best Civilian Character:
This award goes to whoever you think is the best civilian, that character who sticks their nose where it doesn't belong, a senator that makes it his business to know everything, a celebrity who everyone loves. Simply, the best civilian on the forums.
Best Military Character:
That straight-laced man or woman who follows orders like no tomorrow. Whether defending the Republic or attempting to bring it down, or fighting for the glory of Mandalore, who is the best soldier around?
Best Fringer Character:
Smugglers, mercenaries, grey Jedi, all those shady characters trying to make their way in the world. Who best epitomizes "scum of the galaxy"?
Best Jedi Character:
That one Jedi character who best embodies the way of the Force, defender of peace and justice. This award goes to the best well-rounded Jedi.
Best Dark Jedi Character:
The shadows become alive. Simply, who you think is the evilest and best dark Jedi around.
Best Overall Character:
Best character is the award given to the character that is the most original, most thought-out, and most realistic. Simply the best character on the boards, the most well-rounded overall character.
Best Storyline:
This one goes out to the player who has come up with the best plotline, the one whose story captivates the reader and leaves them wanting more.
Best Battle:
This award goes to all the bloodthirsty players who can’t get enough of a battle. It can be a fight for an entire world, or it can be a fight between two characters. This is the one that keeps you guessing. The one where the people who aren’t even a part of it read and start rooting for one side or another.
Best Duel:
This award goes to those in the practice duel board. Sometimes the best battles aren't part of the storyline. Which is the duel that makes you wish there was just one more round, one last score to settle between two characters?
Best Post IC:
That post. Scroll back through the old threads and try to find it again. That one post that captured the moment perfectly. Where the writer poured everything they had into one solid post that was perfect.
Member Awards:
Friendliest Member:
At Star Wars Universe Roleplay we like to think we have a friendly member base, but who do you think is the friendliest? Someone who goes out of their way to welcome new members or to say hi or to help someone out? Is there a member who always manages to keep that upbeat attitude of theirs every single time you talk to them, can you think of a member who never ceases to be cheery?
Funniest Member:
With the odd bunch we’ve collected there are quite a number of jokers on the forum, who makes you laugh the most?
Most Creative Writer:
Often the best writer doesn’t necessarily mean they’re that creative, but there are some who have a great imagination and they capture it in words extremely well. Great use of imagery, metaphors and similes to really create a beautiful scene for others to envision. Which member do feel does that best?
Most Realistic Writer:
It’s not all about creating a great mental image, making the story and events seem real are also an important part of writing, but which member can do this the best?
Best Overall Writer:
The big one. Which player is it? The one who can write like no other? Write on all levels, from talking to another character, to fighting the good fight, to planning a battle, to the whole storyline. This is the one that you couldn’t have the story without. Someone who can write in just about any area. The Best Most Well-Rounded Writer at SWURP.
[b][u]Character Awards:[/u][/b]
[b]Best Civilian Bio:[/b]
[b]Best Military Bio:[/b]
[b]Best Fringe Bio:[/b]
[b]Best Jedi Bio:[/b]
[b]Best Dark Jedi Bio:[/b]
[b]Best Overall Bio:[/b]
[b]Strongest Non-Force User Character:[/b]
[b]Strongest Force User Character:[/b]
[b]Coolest Character:[/b]
[b]Wisest Character:[/b]
[b]Funniest Character:[/b]
[b]Most Unique Character:[/b]
[b]Best Hero/Heroine-- male and female (list both):[/b]
[b]Best Baddie-- male and female (list both):[/b]
[b]Heart throb:[/b]
[b]Hot mama[/b]:
[b]Best Duo (2 characters):[/b]
[b]Best Group (3-10 characters):[/b]
[b]Best Civilian Character:[/b]
[b]Best Military Character:[/b]
[b]Best Fringer Character:[/b]
[b]Best Jedi Character:[/b]
[b]Best Dark Jedi Character:[/b]
[b]Best Overall Character:[/b]
[b]Best Storyline:[/b]
[b]Best Battle:[/b]
[b]Best Duel:[/b]
[b]Best Post IC:[/b]
[b][u]Member Awards:[/u][/b]
[b]Friendliest Member:[/b]
[b]Funniest Member:[/b]
[b]Most Creative Writer:[/b]
[b]Most Realistic Writer:[/b]
[b]Best Overall Writer:[/b]
I've got it all straightened out now. 
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