Sign Up Unveiled at last: Project Gamer

[Charles]

[I]Welcome to[/I]

[Img]http://therob578.250free.com/ProjectGamer/ProjectGamerX%20copy.jpg[/Img]

[U][B]What is Project Gamer?[/B][/U]

[I]Unlike most role-playing games here on Otakuboards, which feature a set of characters pertaining to a specific theme, I have included a vast array of characters from various genres.

Originally, Project Gamer was the tentative title for this game. In the end, however, I felt that the intermingling of vastly different characters and some new concepts warranted it as a permanent title. Let's face it, such experiments will either fall flat or take off. Read on to discover some fun new concepts that I will introduce in my latest and greatest role-playing game.[/I]

[U][B]BackStory[/B][/U]

[I]Super villains never retire. Whether it be to achieve world domination or to kidnap an important female figure, constantly recurring gaming antagonists seem to have more lives than a bag of alley cats.

Not anymore.

Finally growing weary of constant battles, in which global prosperity hangs in the proverbial balance, gaming heroes across the world have developed high security strongholds within the boundaries of their respective lands to contain nefarious figures such as Bowser, Ocelot, Wesker and Gannondorf. Under such imprisonment, chances of escape are futile.

With the most dangerous menaces plaguing the world held at bay, the land of gaming has blossomed with rich prosperity. Only one villain remains free. Ironically, all is well.

The critically acclaimed arch nemesis of the blue wonder, MegaMan, Dr. Wily, has decided to do away with the baron world of crime and retire peacefully. Currently, he has converted his Skull Castle into a museum and hopes to earn an honest living.

So, what is amiss? Reports have leaked out that a villain has escaped their incarnation chamber. Many dismiss these reports as rubbish and propaganda. Impenetrable prisons just aren't impenetrable if they've been penetrated!

Thus, it's up to a world of heroes to get to the bottom of this mystery. After all, if a weakness has been found, the world could very well fall into the hands of evil once again![/I]

[img]http://therob578.250free.com/ProjectGamer/CharacterSelect.jpg[/img]
[URL=http://www.geocities.com/project_gamer/CharacterSelection.html][B]CHARACTER SELECT[/B][/URL]


[I]As you can see by clicking the link, I have created a character selection screen especially for this adventure (sorry, but too many images for this post to handle, lol). But, it is not just for presentation value.[/I] [B]Click[/B] [I]on whichever character you happen to be interested in, to view artwork, a biography and role-playing difficulty. For fun, I have included character specific MIDI themes. Enjoy!

The selection of characters is diverse, but I realize that everyone isn't a gamer. Hopefully my descriptions and information will allow most players a fair chance.[/I]


[B][U]The World Map: Arcadinia[/B][/U]
[url=http://therob578.250free.com/ProjectGamer/ProjectGamerMap.jpg][img]http://therob578.250free.com/ProjectGamer/ProjectGamerMapsmall.jpg[/img][/url]
[B]Click on the Map for a magnified image.[/b]

[I]What would a role-playing game be without a world map? Obviously, it would be a role-playing game without a map.

Interestingly enough, every character does not have to interact with one another. Interaction is [B]your[/B] choice. General locations are provided to give the player an idea of what interaction is reasonable with their location limitations in mind.

Of course, you can interact with whomever you want, but first you will have to travel to the destination, possibly interacting with others along the way. I have not included continent names, because they are not necessary. [/I]

[B]Notes:[/B] I did not include a location for Ryu because he is a wanderer. Sephiroth's location is unknown. This is the only character in which the player has the opportunity to be a true villain. However, he is just as welcome to be a protagonist.

As indicated in sign-ups, the player has the option of starting at any position on the world map. So, Jill does not have to start in Raccoon City.

[url=http://www.geocities.com/project_gamer/generalstore.html][img]http://therob578.250free.com/ProjectGamer/generalstore.jpg[/img][/url]

[b]Click[/b] [I]on the above banner to visit Project Gamer's very own General Store.

The accumulation of profit is generally important in the role-playing genre. Project Gamer is no different. For further details on how to acquire gold, read my mini FAQ down below.

In the General Store, you will have the option to purchase various items, ranging from exclusive banners and avatars to items that will come in hand during your quest. If I receive enough sign-ups and support, more items will be added to the store for your purchasing pleasure.[/I]

[B]Notes:[/B] [I]All banners and avatars appear smaller in the General Store than they actually are.

The General Store site itself is not interactive, so when you wish to spend gold, just note purchased items in your RP in [b]bold[/b].

If or when you purchase a banner/avatar, I will send it's link to you via pm.[/I]

[B][U]Mini FAQ[/B][/U]

[B]Mini Games:[/B] You can try your luck with various mini games in this adventure. For your benefit, you can earn gold in some of them.

1)[U]Dr. Evil Mini Game[/U]: On Dr. Evil's bio, there are two mini games. These are the two least significant games in Project Gamer. You cannot earn gold. They have just been included for fun.

2)[U]Battle Pong[/U] On the Pong profile you will notice a link leading to a mini game. If you place among the top scores, you will earn a whopping [B]one hundred gold[/B]. However, you must use your Otaku screen name.

3)[U]PacMan[/U] This is a last minute addition to complete the Project Gamer arcade. After all, this wouldn't be complete without an excellent version of flash Pac. Located in PacMan's profile you will find the link. Similarly to Pong, if you place on the high scores top ten list [B]under your otaku screen name[/B], I will award you [B]one hundred gold[/B].

4)[U]Super Smash Brothers[/U]: This will be the text-driven mini game. [B][I]Read the following rules carefully.[/I][/B]

Although, characters cannot interact with distant characters under normal circumstances, they can do battle under this mini game.

Each town is networked to the Super Smash Brothers arena. If you wish to battle, at the end of a normal role-play, you can post a challenge in bold. Here is an example:

ex)[B] Sonic challenges __ competitor(s) to do battle in the Super Smash Brothers arena.[/b]

Challengers will accept in a similar fashion.

ex) [b]Link accepts Sonic's challenge.[/b]


The maximum number of competitors allowed is four.

During a two player battle, both combatants are allowed two role-plays for their battle. In the case of a three or four player battle, each competitor is allowed only one role-play.

I will write the winner and award that person [B]twenty gold[/B]. Remember, standard sparring rules apply.

It should be noted that only one battle can take place at once and a competitor cannot spar/battle twice in a row. After all, if you only spar it defeats the purpose of having a plot. :)

[B]Acquiring Gold[/B] Each role-play is worth [B]two gold.[/B] As mentioned, you can earn [B]twenty gold[/B] by winning a Super Smash Bros. battle. By placing on the PONG high score chart, you bank [B]one hundred gold.[/B] Lastly, by placing in the PacMan top ten you can also earn [B]one hundred gold[/b].

[B]Personal Profiles[/B] I will create personal profile pages for each person who participates in this game for you to view. Either that, or I will simply edit your character's selection page (which is most likely). I will include your total gold number, Smash Brothers record, and purchased items.

[B]Level Up?[/B] I was considering including a level up system to encourage participation. For instance, players reach level 1 after posting twice, level 2 after posting ten times, etc.

What are your opinions? Would this be too much? Too complicated? Let me know.

[U][B]Sign-ups[/B][/U]

The DOOM Marine is unique in that the player who signs up as him must create a name, Bio, and age.

As for others your sign up will look like this:

[B]Character name:[/B]

[B]Reason for choosing character:[/B]

[B]My Knowledge of this character[/B]

[B]Starting location of character[/B]


[I]It should be noted that I am considering limiting the number of players able to participate. Considering that I will create a profile for players, I ask that those who sign up plan to stick through with this rpg and show effort.[/I]

[B]Special Thanks[/B] to the otaku's very own Solid Snake for making every banner except for the Mario/Wario one. He will be participating in this rpg as Solid Snake, so that character choice is not available. My friend, Rob aka Vampire Ed, also helped a great amount.

If anyone else wishes to create banners or avs for this game, just inform me.

[Guest Hikaru Ichijyo]

Well this will be my first and last RPG so I better make it worth while. ;)

[B]Character name:[/B] Rick Hunter

[B]Reason for choosing character:[/B] Rick Hunter has been my anime idol since I was a mere youngling, so it would only be natural for Rick?s number one fan to play as him. Also CWB forced me to play as him and it is after all my screen name.

[B]My knowledge of this character[/B] Well I?ve pretty much studied ever little incarnation that there is of Rick Hunter, from manga?s to bios, to his likes and dislikes.

[B]Starting location of character[/B] Raccoon city

[The Vampire: Ed]

[b]Character name:[/b] Sephiroth

[b]Reason for choosing character:[/b] Well, in my opinion, he is the best Final Fantasy character ever. Not only that, but the best villian in video game history.

[b]My Knowledge of this character:[/b] Just about all there is to know about Sephiroth

[b]Starting location of character:[/b] Raccoon City

[Shy]

[size=1][color=darkblue][b]Character name:[/b] Pac-Man!

[b]Reason for choosing character:[/b] I spent some of the best years of my life in front of my NES playing old school arcade ports like Pac-Man and Mrs. Pac-Man. This is my chance to honor my pellet eating hero.

[b]My Knowledge of this character:[/b] I have played the game a million times, and I think I am pretty good, I have also managed to keep up with his more recent games, and I used to watch his cartoon show.

[b]Starting location of character:[/b] Pac Village.[/color][/size]

[Schrat]

[size=1][color=blue][b]Character Name:[/b]Sub Zero
[img]http://otakuboards.com/attachment.php?s=&postid=268045[/img]

[b]Reason for choosing Character:[/b] He was always the hero, the one I looked up to in everything Mortal Kombat. He, in my mind, was the best and will always be.

[b]My knowledge of the character:[/b]I have played almost every Mortal Kombat game, I've watched the cartoon show, I have most of the comics, and I've seen both the movies.

[b]Starting Location:[/b] Mortal Kombat Shrine[/size][/color]

[Red]

[b]This is an absolutely brilliant idea for a role-play, must've taken you a long to sort out CWB! How would the level system effect play?[/b]

[img]http://www.gamesdomain.com/articles/sonic.gif[/img]


Character name:[b] Sonic the Hedgehog[/b]

Reason for choosing character:[b] I loved the Sonic games, and I'm quite knowledgeable about Sonic, I thought I would make a good part..[/b]

My Knowledge of this character: [b]Played every Sonic game fully, except for Sonic CD. (never owned a Mega-CD) I used to read Sonic the Comic over here in England, which would help me with Sonic's personality. I also watched the cartoon show.[/b]

Starting location of character:[b] Green Hill Zone[/b]

[Charles]

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by James [/i]
[B][color=royalblue]When SSB battles occur, how will you handle the allocation of coins? That is...if I battle someone, will you make some kind of area within your own posts which announces who wins/loses and how much coins they earn? Or will we have to just check our character profile to look at our win/loss and coins record?[/color] [/B][/QUOTE]

(In bold) I will post the winner and their income from the fight at the end of my very next roleplay following the battle.

Profiles will also serve as a way to track others' records with complete win/loss records and total money earned.

Elite DBZ, if I do implement the level up system, it will effect the Super Smash Brothers battles. Therefore, when deciding winners I would not only have to take into account post quality from the spars, but each fighter's level as well.

Keep in mind that I wouldn't allow people to abuse this by posting for the sake of leveling up. :whoops:

Anyway, thanks for the compliments guys. :toothy:

[Muse]

Character name:Ash Ketchum!

Reason for choosing character:Well,Every since I Started watching Pokemon,I've always thought Ash was cool in every-wich way,I like his voice,His Pokemon Skills,His vest,everything!He is also My Hero Ash always reminds me to keep my chin up in his adventures

My Knowledge of this character:I'ves seen almost Every single Pokemon Episode and I know Ash's strength and weaknesses,I expecially know alot about Pikachu.I've played all of the Pokemon Games ecxecpt for:Green(it is Japan)Red,And silver.I own Pokemon Snap,Pokemon Stadium,Hey You Pikachu,Pokemon Puzzle league,Crystal,Blue,and Gold:D

Starting location of character:Pallet Town Of Course!

Wow,This is very Well Planned out,Nice work,CRB!

:D

[Treble]

[b]Character name:[/b] Ryu
[img]http://www.gamegen.com/fightgen/characters/ryu6.gif[/img]

[b]Reason for choosing character:[/b] Ryu happens to be one of the top best fighter out there alive. He got the looks, the fighting skills, great-looking outfit, heck even [b]Chun-Li[/b] digs him.

[b]My Knowledge of this character:[/b] Well seeing that I have played the majority of games Ryu appeared in, I know all his moves, his personality, and no matter what, he?ll always look forward to a new challenge.

[b]Starting location of character:[/b] Mortal Kombat Shrine

[Boo]

Character name: Magus

Reason for choosing character: I like Chrono Trigger a lot and this is my fav. Character of the game :)

My Knowledge of this character: I finished the game for three tmes so you can say I know him well enough. He:
Is pretty Arrogant
Thinks he's really strong
Is strong
Is pretty quiet

And much more ;)

Starting location of character: Magus's castle (of course)

[James]

[color=royalblue]Okay...thanks for answering my questions, CWB. :) I'll sign up now. This should be really interesting...I hope people put in some effort to make it work! :)

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[size=1][b]Character Name:[/b]

Mario

[IMG]http://images.nintendo.com/nintendo/contents/gamepage/gamecontent/images/m/mariosunshine_gcn_art7.jpg[/IMG]

[b]Reason for Choosing Character:[/b]

What can I say...I grew up with Mario. I've played everything from his arcade adventures in the 80's, to his Game & Watch appearances...to his console appearances. He's a part of my life. I couldn't live without Mario games.

Also, I think that the added dynamic of "Fludd" (his water pack), combined with Yoshi (if someone else chooses Yoshi) would be very interesting for the game and add some unique possibilities.

[b]My Knowledge of This Character:[/b]

Well, apart from the video games...I used to watch the Super Mario Bros. Super Show when it was on years ago. It was wonderful...but came on at 6AM here in Australia, so I didn't see it every single day.

But nevertheless, my Mario knowledge is absolutely unparalleled.

[b]Starting Location of This Character:[/b]

The Mushroom Kingdom[/size]

[Juu]

[color=deeppink] [size=1]This is soooooo KEWL!!!
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Name: Tifa Lockheart

Reason: I just [i]Love[/i] her attitude in FFVII! Tifa is my fav char in FFVII! She'll be alot of fun to RP, so I'm all for it! ^^

Knowlage: Tifa is cheerful, and optamistic, tough, but also has a soft spot for cloud. She cheers people up whenever they're down, and she has the same birthday as meeeeee!! ^^

Starting: Midgar[/color] [/size]

[Sui Generis]

OOC: I don't think its complicated at all. I understand it and I'm blonde so I think it should be fairly easy for the others. This sounds so awesome! I hope I can participate in it and if so I can't wait till this starts.

Character name:Cloud

Reason for choosing character: FF7 was my first rpg I ever played, and thus I fell in love with it. Cloud has been a gaming hero for me. I love him so much. He was my first RPG hero and will be my only. I love how complicated Cloud can be in the game, and how he grows. Cloud is be FAR my favorite RPG character.

My Knowledge of this character: I have played FF7 many time, and have beaten it. I know what Cloud is, who Cloud is, and why Cloud is.

Starting location of character:Midgar

[Juu]

[color=deeppink] [size=1]Hey, is it okay if I reserve a spot for someone?

Can I reserve a spot for Aeries for someone?[/color] [/size]

[The One]

[color=darkred][i][u]Character name:[/u][/i]

Knuckles The Echidna
[img]http://www.grospixels.com/site/images/sagsonic/p_knuckles.jpg[/img]

[i][u]Reason for choosing character:[/u][/i]

Well, when T.E.D and I were younger, we played pretty much all the games together and read STC (Sonic The Comic for those of you who don't know), hehe, one more thing both of us may wish to forget is that we played Sonic and Knuckles in the playground. hehe...:laugh:

[i][u]My Knowledge of this character[/u][/i]

Well, after playing pretty much ALL the games, I know quite a bit, not only the Mega Drive games, the DC ones, aswell, but again, like Ger, I missed Sonic CD. Also, although I have not played the Chaotics Krew game on the 32x I read all about his adventures with them in STC. I'm almost entirely sure i know all of his ability's and weaknesses, and I think I can interact well with Sonic.

[i][u]Starting location of character[/u][/i]

Green Hill Zone[/color]

[Red]

[b]CWB: Is there any chance of a Floating Island? (Thats where knuckles lives) it could be just above the Green Hill Zone (wouldn't have to be drawn on) and it would give an incentive to buy the plane..[/b]

[Schrat]

I think that would be a very good idea, but I think the major reason for buying a plane would be for easy travel, without taking a ship to different continents you can fly the plane over them, You know what I mean?

[Desbreko]

[color=indigo]Wow, this sounds like a really cool RPG! About the levels, though, I don't really like the idea. That's just my oppinion, though.

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If anyone didn't see this coming, you must not know me very well, lol.

[b]Character Name:[/b] Link

[b]Reason for Choosing Character:[/b] As CWB revealed, [url=http://therob578.250free.com/Images/desbreko.jpg]I actually am Link[/url]. I think it's fitting that I play myself, don't you?

[b]My Knowledge of This Character:[/b] Oh, come on... It's me! I've played every Zelda game out except for the Game & Watch one and the CD-i ones. If I haven't beaten the others, I've read just about everything there is on them. I know the storyline of every game, I've watched the cartoon series, and I own the Nintendo Power comics, which I've read many, many times. I know exactly how Link acts and reacts in just about every situation, and the differences of how he'd react depending on what game we're talking about. (In other words, I know the difference of how Link would react as the Link from OOT, and the Link from OOA/S). In short, I know pretty much everything there is to know not only about Link, but the whole Zelda series.

[b]Starting Location of Character:[/b] An inn in the Mushroom Kingdom. He's on a quest for enlightenment, like he was at the beginning of Link's Awakening. That enlightenment is sleep, lol. :toothy:

Oh, and since the picture you have of Link on the character select page is from SSBM, I assume that's the character model you're using for him, right? If so, I'll be playing as adult Link from Ocarina of Time, because that's what the SSBM character model is based off of. And, if I'm playing as adult Link from OOT, but with the character model used in SSBM, I assume I'd get all the items that he can use in OOT, right? Also, even if I am playing as adult Link, can I [i]please[/i] still have a Boomerang? It's my favorite item in all of the games, and it's just so dang useful![/color]

[Krillen]

Very nice job CWB. As it may look complicated, you made it very easy for anyone to understand. I will put full effort intot his RPG and I hope that it is as lively through the wholr RPG as it is now.

I would have chosen Auron, but I just know that Aries will want it, so I suggest leaving that spot open. Gurrrr.....Desbreko took Link from me.....Yoshi's in this? Hurray!Im saved!
*Edit: I tried putting up the picture of Yoshi, but the IMG tag wasnt working for some reason.
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[B]Character:[/B] [b][COLOR=green]Yoshi[/COLOR][/b]
[b]Reason for choosing Character:[/b] Growing up, I played every Mario and Yoshi game known to man. From the old school to the new school, Yoshi has always been an important mascot/character in the Mushroom Kingdom. I love yoshi!!!
[b]Knowldge of Character:[/b] Well where should I start? Yoshi has helped mario through endless times. With mario hopping on Yoshis back, he carries him around various levels in which Mario himself cannot pass. In different sizes and colors, Yoshi has inspirated many gamers to grab some of his many titles. From Super mario World, to Yoshis World, to Yoshis Island, to Yoshis story, it goes on!!! Oh yah, hes green too. Heheh.
[b]Starting Location:[/b] The Mushroom Kingdom

[starlight]

So will this be played as a normal rpg? or is it different? I'm kinda lost

[Krillen]

Oh, i would just like to note some things.

Since Yoshi is a non talking character in all of his games(Ok fine, he says "Yoshi!" alot) I would like it so that my character talks and interacts with others just as if he were a normal character.

And CWB, I know why level ups would be useful. Say someone is at level 1, and osmeone else is at level 10. That person who is at level 1 might not want to challenge the higher leveled players. Get me?

Oh, and how do you play Super Smash Brothers online? The internet hookup isnt available yet for consoles. I havent checked out the Game Shop link you gave us yet so I'll do that now.

[James]

[color=royalblue]Hm, you know...I don't think it'd be too hard to have a Yoshi character that doesn't talk at all.

Just use good description of action and stuff...I think it'd work well like that.[/color]

[starlight]

actually yoshi does talk but its a mix of jibberish and words but in paper mario yoshi talked normally! I would have chosen yoshi but he was already taken

[Krillen]

Well James, your way could work. But I would still like to have him talk. But only in times of need.

Ok I just played Pong, and man is it hard. I ended wiht a score of 200 on level 8. How do you expect us to beat the highscore when the person who holds the title does nothing but play pong all day? the high score is 700 for hose of you who are wondering.

[Charles]

Hmmm, a lot of business to sort through, heh.

[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by Juuthena [/i]
[B][color=deeppink] [size=1]Hey, is it okay if I reserve a spot for someone?

Can I reserve a spot for Aeries for someone?[/color] [/size] [/B][/QUOTE]

I suppose that the spot can be held for a short while if your friend is capable of playing Aeris well. But, make sure that they are the type of person that will sign up and stick around.

[Quote][B]CWB: Is there any chance of a Floating Island? (Thats where knuckles lives) it could be just above the Green Hill Zone (wouldn't have to be drawn on) and it would give an incentive to buy the plane..[/Quote][/B]

Sure. I have no problem with you including Floating Island as part of Green Hill Zone for storyline purposes. But, as Schratn9 pointed out, the plane has been included to make travel to faraway places easier. Similar to Final Fantasy's airship or what have you.

[Quote][B]Wow, this sounds like a really cool RPG! About the levels, though, I don't really like the idea. That's just my oppinion, though.[/Quote][/B]

That's cool. I was worried that I wasn't going to get opinions on that for a bit, lol. As I've said, I will only include this if a majority of the players involved feel it to be a good idea. After all, such a feature would have me counting your rps and tweaking profiles. So, there's no point in me going to that extreme if you guys aren't interested in the concept. :)

And you can use the boomerang or play as any version of Link you wish. If you take careful notice, Link's selection picture or "avatar" if you will, is actually the younger version. The banner version in general store features cel shaded Link. So, whatever version you choose is fine by me. ;)

[Quote][B]So will this be played as a normal rpg? or is it different? I'm kinda lost.[/B][/Quote]

The game will be played much like a normal Otaku rpg with the inclusion of slightly more interactive elements, such as mini games and the store. You don't necessarily [I]have[/I] to utilize mini games, but it might make the game more interesting.

Plus, I'm striving towards [B]creativity[/B]. Meaning, I won't necessarily be holding anyone's hand. Each person will be responsible for devising their own events.

I will take control of the antagonists (villains) and move the overall story forward.

Obviously, I didn't include [I]every[/I] character in this game. So, secondary characters are optional on your part. For instance, Desbreko (playing Link) has the option of featuring Princess Zelda or his sister in his role-plays.

The only secondary character unavailable (for [I]vital[/I] storyline purposes) is Luigi. To make things easier on anyone whose character is close to Luigi (like James); Luigi has mysteriously disappeared as rumors of an escaped villain surfaced. :devil:

If that makes it too difficult though, I'm willing to negotiate that idea.

[Quote][B]And CWB, I know why level ups would be useful. Say someone is at level 1, and osmeone else is at level 10. That person who is at level 1 might not want to challenge the higher leveled players. Get me?

Oh, and how do you play Super Smash Brothers online? The internet hookup isnt available yet for consoles. I havent checked out the Game Shop link you gave us yet so I'll do that now.[/b][/quote]

Yes, level ups would be useful in that respect as well. Once again, I'm glad that some of you are open-minded towards this. The concept would also reward those who are fairly active in this.

Super Smash Brothers doesn't involve your GameCube, lol. The idea is tied in closely to the sparring forum. Give the rules another glance and if you still don't understand, I'll explain this feature more in-depth.

[Quote][B]Ok I just played Pong, and man is it hard. I ended wiht a score of 200 on level 8. How do you expect us to beat the highscore when the person who holds the title does nothing but play pong all day? the high score is 700 for hose of you who are wondering[/Quote][/B]

Exactly. That's why it is worth one hundred gold if you even place on the top score list. You don't necessarily have to come in first. :toothy:

Phew, that should do it. I hope I managed to clear things up a bit. Thus far, I've been impressed with the sign ups. The beauty of the structure of this rpg is that there is room for a significant amount of players without the plot becoming cluttered (since everyone is scattered about).