Arynaria
Questions
How long have you been a member of the D-Party?
♥ Hm...since late 2013, early 2014? Don't recall exactly.
How active are you in the D-Party Guild?
♥ Not as active as I'd like to be. Real world is kicking mah butt.
How active are you in the D-Party Thread?
♥ Again, not as active as I'd like to be. I heart you guys.
How active are you at D-Party Events (such as Diedrich's Birthday party, D-Ster, Spooktacular Halloween, etc)?
♥ I tend to just lurk in the background and sneak Diedrich art to Hassli under the table for his nefarious uses. Sometimes I enter art or other contests.
Did the D-Party host enough events during the year to keep your interest? Please explain.
♥ Yes and no. Yes, because it seems like we're always partying, and No, because there's the obligatory "NEVER ENOUGH PARTIES scream " cheer. ^^
What are your favorite D-party contests and why?
♥ Art? Because I art. Also maybe the "pick a name/slogan/etc for ______!" sorta stuff.
What are your LEAST favorite D-Party contests and why?
♥ The crazy bump-counting and frenzied posting stuff. I can't keep up. eek Well those aren't contests, really. But if they were, then those.
What do you enjoy most about being a member of the D-Party?
♥ A couple of things. For one, everyone is so friendly, whether you know them or not. Also, as an artist, I often get hit hard with creative blocks, and Diedrich is one of the best things to doodle to get my mind pointed in the right direction again. smile (Plus Hassli gets free art out of the bargain.)
What makes you proud to be part of the D-Party?
♥ The friendly, upbeat and non-judgmental vibe of its members.
Did you participate in Flash Space Meet Ups? Why or why not? How can we improve flash space meet ups?
♥ Not really. They don't interest me. I remember when flash space stuff was the COOLEST THING EVER waaaay back before zOMG, but that was years ago, and at this point all the moving avis and flailing legs in one tiny place are more distracting than exciting. But that's just me.
How do you think the D-Party could improve for next year?
♥ Maybe more involvement in/with other forums? I don't just mean the main ones everyone gravitates to, but basically have a couple of volunteers float around newbie or supportive threads looking for people who stand out as community-oriented and involved-types, and then recruiting them to be even more awesome.
Do you have any awesome ideas for 2016?
♥ A few, actually!
1) I think it'd be really neat to organize more co-op events with other Guilds, but with a bit of twisted fun, like playing out a ridiculous "player NPC" (you know what I mean) argument in a silly forum battle, or that sort of thing. Normally the staff instigates that stuff, like the Diedrich vs Snowmen thing, but some Gaian-organized "friendly-rivalries" would definitely draw attention. (And they could end up cannon, for all we know.)
2) More varied contests. It seems like always the same bunch of contest types, which is fine, and they should stick around, but add other unique ones. Different types of art themes, like "design your own Diedrich item!" for example (not that it would get made, but Gaians have such cool ideas it'd be a shame to not even see them). Maybe challenge people to write or even record a "rap battle" between characters à la "Epic Rap Battles of History", or "make an avi/draw/write about Diedrich (or whoever) Steampunk/Goth/Lolita/etc style", but with a twist that they have to include a particular item or something.
3) How about a yearly "D-Party Yearbook" of some kind? An organized collection of art from that year, writings, notable forum posts, events, shout-outs from users, contest winners, "ads" for people's art or service threads, and any other submitted content, along with a "group shot" of submitted D-Party member avis dressed for the occasion. All the content could be gleaned with a bit of cooperation, for sure. I mean, look at the fancy Newsletters other guilds come out with. We can do that too!
4) I think there should be more ways for D-Party members to get to know each other - not just "Hey, we both like Diedrich!", or the once-a-year Secret Santa, or the occasional "pub" thread, but creating more genuine opportunities to make new, lasting friends. Maybe a regular-ish more friend-making-focused event of some kind? I haven't thought it all through, but the idea may be worth looking into.
What is the best way to have your voice heard in this guild? What would make you feel like you are part of something great and awesome that is this guild?
♥ From what I've seen over the years, entering contests seems to garner the most attention to one's username. Being super active in party threads also helps, especially if you're replying to practically everyone. But otherwise I'd say if you want to be heard, be sure to voice your opinions in suggestion threads in the forums or guild.
Where do you see this guild going in the future?
♥ It will boldly go where no guild has gone before!
If you could describe the guild in 4 words, what would it be?
♥ Friendliest NPC fanclub ever. If it has to be 4 separate ones: lighthearted, active, community-focused (pretend that's one word), and consistent!
Do you have any other comments?
♥ Nope. Just free hugs for all.
How long have you been a member of the D-Party?
♥ Hm...since late 2013, early 2014? Don't recall exactly.
How active are you in the D-Party Guild?
♥ Not as active as I'd like to be. Real world is kicking mah butt.
How active are you in the D-Party Thread?
♥ Again, not as active as I'd like to be. I heart you guys.
How active are you at D-Party Events (such as Diedrich's Birthday party, D-Ster, Spooktacular Halloween, etc)?
♥ I tend to just lurk in the background and sneak Diedrich art to Hassli under the table for his nefarious uses. Sometimes I enter art or other contests.
Did the D-Party host enough events during the year to keep your interest? Please explain.
♥ Yes and no. Yes, because it seems like we're always partying, and No, because there's the obligatory "NEVER ENOUGH PARTIES scream " cheer. ^^
What are your favorite D-party contests and why?
♥ Art? Because I art. Also maybe the "pick a name/slogan/etc for ______!" sorta stuff.
What are your LEAST favorite D-Party contests and why?
♥ The crazy bump-counting and frenzied posting stuff. I can't keep up. eek Well those aren't contests, really. But if they were, then those.
What do you enjoy most about being a member of the D-Party?
♥ A couple of things. For one, everyone is so friendly, whether you know them or not. Also, as an artist, I often get hit hard with creative blocks, and Diedrich is one of the best things to doodle to get my mind pointed in the right direction again. smile (Plus Hassli gets free art out of the bargain.)
What makes you proud to be part of the D-Party?
♥ The friendly, upbeat and non-judgmental vibe of its members.
Did you participate in Flash Space Meet Ups? Why or why not? How can we improve flash space meet ups?
♥ Not really. They don't interest me. I remember when flash space stuff was the COOLEST THING EVER waaaay back before zOMG, but that was years ago, and at this point all the moving avis and flailing legs in one tiny place are more distracting than exciting. But that's just me.
How do you think the D-Party could improve for next year?
♥ Maybe more involvement in/with other forums? I don't just mean the main ones everyone gravitates to, but basically have a couple of volunteers float around newbie or supportive threads looking for people who stand out as community-oriented and involved-types, and then recruiting them to be even more awesome.
Do you have any awesome ideas for 2016?
♥ A few, actually!
1) I think it'd be really neat to organize more co-op events with other Guilds, but with a bit of twisted fun, like playing out a ridiculous "player NPC" (you know what I mean) argument in a silly forum battle, or that sort of thing. Normally the staff instigates that stuff, like the Diedrich vs Snowmen thing, but some Gaian-organized "friendly-rivalries" would definitely draw attention. (And they could end up cannon, for all we know.)
2) More varied contests. It seems like always the same bunch of contest types, which is fine, and they should stick around, but add other unique ones. Different types of art themes, like "design your own Diedrich item!" for example (not that it would get made, but Gaians have such cool ideas it'd be a shame to not even see them). Maybe challenge people to write or even record a "rap battle" between characters à la "Epic Rap Battles of History", or "make an avi/draw/write about Diedrich (or whoever) Steampunk/Goth/Lolita/etc style", but with a twist that they have to include a particular item or something.
3) How about a yearly "D-Party Yearbook" of some kind? An organized collection of art from that year, writings, notable forum posts, events, shout-outs from users, contest winners, "ads" for people's art or service threads, and any other submitted content, along with a "group shot" of submitted D-Party member avis dressed for the occasion. All the content could be gleaned with a bit of cooperation, for sure. I mean, look at the fancy Newsletters other guilds come out with. We can do that too!
4) I think there should be more ways for D-Party members to get to know each other - not just "Hey, we both like Diedrich!", or the once-a-year Secret Santa, or the occasional "pub" thread, but creating more genuine opportunities to make new, lasting friends. Maybe a regular-ish more friend-making-focused event of some kind? I haven't thought it all through, but the idea may be worth looking into.
What is the best way to have your voice heard in this guild? What would make you feel like you are part of something great and awesome that is this guild?
♥ From what I've seen over the years, entering contests seems to garner the most attention to one's username. Being super active in party threads also helps, especially if you're replying to practically everyone. But otherwise I'd say if you want to be heard, be sure to voice your opinions in suggestion threads in the forums or guild.
Where do you see this guild going in the future?
♥ It will boldly go where no guild has gone before!
If you could describe the guild in 4 words, what would it be?
♥ Friendliest NPC fanclub ever. If it has to be 4 separate ones: lighthearted, active, community-focused (pretend that's one word), and consistent!
Do you have any other comments?
♥ Nope. Just free hugs for all.
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