Life is Feudal Official Forum

[Radison]

Vitals

Style: RP-PvP
Structure: Crowned Republic (Renaissance Venice, Florence)
Comms: 512-slot TeamSpeak 3
Website: http://www.silversunrepublic.com
Server is called: SSR Life is Roleplay RP-PvP
Server password: N/A

Overview

The Silver Sun Republic is an RP-PvP community that has a long and distinguished history serving as the core element of many larger alliances and nations across several different MMOs including Darkfall Online, Age of Conan, Shadowbane, Mortal Online and Planetside.

The purpose of our guild is to provide immersion as it enhances gameplay and not to hold ourselves back by overbearing structures or processes.

We leverage a lot of US Military experience through our membership base and our working partnership with MilitaryGamers.com (community of current and former US Military).

Structure



The Republic is broken up into several Ministries; The Ministry of War exists as the military staff who plan, train and execute military operations; The Ministry of State handles internal matters of government, justice, defense and mentorship of new members; The Executive Ministry handles external matters of government, diplomacy, heraldry, registration of arms and administration of forums and meetings.

Citizens of the Republic also have the opportunity to start or join their own Great Houses that further refine the gameplay or style of a given player. Each greater Noble of the Republic has their own Great House to which others may pledge their loyalty. Other groups may enter the Republic as a House or Great House and retain their own identity.



The social structure of the Republic matches up with our organization and the guild system in Life is Feudal. Those of the landed nobility derive their authority and autonomy through feudal agreements. The non-landed Grandi class may be appointed as governors and mayors on behalf of the feudal lords upon whose lands they govern.



The Military is broken down into the professional military and the militia with everyone contributing in some way to the fight and the community as a whole.



Together with MilitaryGamers.com we've developed Joint Task Force Viper which seeks to leverage the real world military experience between our two communities. It forms the basis for our involvement in PvP and the civil government structure that supports our military efforts. The focus on PvP and the military element lends itself to streamline the civil structure to ensure that we are effective and flexible enough to respond to any emerging threats.

Past Victories

Silver Sun Republic has developed and contributed to many high profile alliances and nations most notably the Kingdom of Hyperion in which we provided the early Command and Control elements to truly dominate the PvP landscape. Our core group was forced into hiatus due to RL military commitments and Hyperion began to dwindle. Our new integration with MilitaryGamers.com will help us employ even more forces on par with our principles of maneuver warfare and flexible control concepts.

In Planetside 2 we've been able to field highly capable forces integrating air and ground assets to provide truly game changing effects. As we develop our own systems and tactics in cooperation with MG we hope to achieve even more impact in the field.

http://www.silversunrepublic.com

[Radison]

As we get closer to the heraldry patch here's some heraldry information from the world at large:

What normal people call colors, heralds call tinctures. They use the term so that they can differentiate between what they call "colors" or darker colors, and what they call "metals," or lighter colors. The heraldic "colors" are red, blue, green, purple and black. The heraldic "metals" are gold (yellow) and silver (white). Each of these tinctures has a special name, as follows:

Gold/Yellow - Or
Silver/White - Argent
Red - Gules
Blue - Azure
Green - Vert
Purple - Purpure
Black - Sable

[Kalmorte]

I look forward to finding out who has the honor to wear the banner and colors of a true kingdom. Anyone posing as a knight or such, but is unaffiliated will be considered mercenaries at best. Chances are, such rabble will be persecuted as brigands or common criminals.

As you look for your place in this feudal land, remember to associate yourself with a legitimate kingdom. To disregard this advice will surely draw the attention of a much greater power in the form of Hyperion or another recognized kingdom.

[Radison]

That is a good point what defines a knight in the game. Anyone can run around saying their a knight of some kingdom, realm, or order. Calling oneself a knight does not make you a knight. However, the more important question is does the world of Life is Feudal have room your Chivalry and honor. It's going to be one of the most brutal worlds seen yet.

[Kalmorte]

In reality it's the honor and chivalry of your kingdom that is on display, and you as a knight are the avatar that maintains and enforces it. You might think "oh, but we are all here to have fun". That may be the case, but as Radison said, this game and this world will be very brutal. Everything within a kingdoms sphere of influence will be guarded jealously, and strangers will likely not be trusted. The goal will be to fill the various guilds with a myriad of like minded and affiliated players. Those who fall outside such a fraternity will be given the option to join, and if declined, will be forcibly removed. Attention will be especially paid to small groups who falsely claim to be Knights, or have delusions of grandeur within the King or Doge's realm. There will no doubt be lawless country in the world, but it will not be in Hyperion. Law, order and the King's will shall be enforced to it's fullest.

[Krevente]

Made some new charts to replace the old ones.

A chart on government:



A chart on social structure:

[Radison]

We've been talking about our Tournaments well here's Heraldry in the tournaments:

Tournament Heraldry is the most visible form of field heraldry out there, and it provides the greatest public service as well. Letting the populace in attendance of the status of the tournament allows even casual bystanders to understand what is going on inside the tourney-field's perimiter.

Announcing the victor of the match, calling the fighters to the field and letting the 'on-deck' fighers know what's coming up are all important functions of a tournament herald.

Tournament Litany
To let the populace and the entrants know what is going on, there is a litany of the tournament that most heralds use. While it's use is not set in stone, having a standard way of announcing a tournament helps the listeners keep track of what's going on. Calling the Fighters to the Field

"Draw Nigh for the order of the list for the Nth round of the Utanwayard Champion's Tournament"
"Sir ______, Lord ______; Arm and take the field"
"Duke ______, Count ______; Make ready!"
"Baroness ______, His Lordship _______; Prepare!"
Announcing the round's combatants
"On this field of combat, Sir ______ faces Lord_______"
Depending on the round of the tournament (or the whim of the crown/coronet presiding), the number or 'fullness' of salutes are then issued
"Please Salute the Crown of the Hyperion"
"Please Salute the Coronet of __________"
"Please Salute the one who's favour you bear"
"Please Salute your Worthy Opponent"
Announcing the round's results
if best two-out-of-three "Victory in the first bout to________"
if single-fight "Victory to _________"

[Krevente]

We're always happy to discuss how we operate with other groups. So far we've been approached by several Kingdoms and independent groups for advice and training on how we organize and function.

If you're in a small group and want to maintain your identity, but be part of something larger then we are the community for you. We have a proven track record running massive alliances, Kingdoms and RP communities, so you know you're not getting a lot of bullshit and empty promises.

Our guild runs on the Rule of Law and not drama ridden personalities that just want to see their numbers swell. We want achievement and want to do it as part of a community!

[Radison]

First post updated with the new charts!

[Krevente]

Had the opportunity to host the gaming section at El Paso Comic Con this past weekend and talked up LiF. It was cool to see how many people have heard of and have plans for the MMO.

[Kalmorte]

I remember a few years ago when you were really pushing for LiF and I thought you were crazy. The game has come so far and as we get closer to the MMO I'm certainly eating my words. There is a general buzz building about the game and I think our recent up tick in recruiting is a direct reflection of that. This is the perfect game for our structure and brand of roleplaying. I literally cannot wait to see where we are a year from now.

[Krevente]

Our brick and mortar game store is now open! Our Life is Feudal display will be going up shortly

[Kalmorte]

We had a very productive military muster and tournament last night. Congratulations to the victors!

https://youtu.be/2RDSfuQvjeo

[Demiwar]

The new arena is nearing completion! Come join in on the fun!

[Krevente]

We're currently playing Darkfall Online: New Dawn to get the community back together and enjoy some PvP while we do testing on the side in the MMO.

Check out the site and join us on TeamSpeak or Discord.

[Krevente]

Definitely getting excited for the combat mechanics overhaul. After testing the game for so many years, this will renew excitement around the MMO for sure.

[Krevente]

Calling back all those who have pledged their loyalty and service to the Republic. Putting a group together to get back to testing on the MMO.

[Hawks]

The Republic requires loyal men and women to join it's ranks! Whose ready?

[Krevente]

We raised $1244 over the weekend for Children's Hospitals! Thanks to everyone who came out and gamed with us. Next year hopefully we can get even more participation!

[trashman]

Howdy! Do we have anyone playing this round of MMO testing?

[ThorneRazeri]

I believe I was the only active Hyperion member in this phase.

[Krevente]

This wave is completely different and we've turned the lights back on. Solid regular group every night so far this week.

[Torrance_Flynn]

Anyone looking for a great guild to join for the MMO, you should really consider SSR. The guild structure really lines with the feel of the game.

[Hawks]

We're getting the PvPers trained and the crafters ready. Come join us!

[Demiwar]

Big plans for the Kingdom and the Republic await! Come join in on the fun!

[Demiwar]

Had a great time last night drilling and working on lance cohesion! Looking forward to many more nights of fun!

[Dracogiraffa]

Sorry I missed out on that I should be ready next time.

[Hawks]

Don't worry! We'll have plenty more training to do.

[Torrance_Flynn]

Two weeks or so until we are back in the MMO beta, still looking for more recruits.

[Xkeithstonex]

I would be interested in joining you guys, I posted a thread on the forum looking for a guild. I got a reply from Blackthorne Keep.

I am experienced in light RP and have 270ish hours on LiF:YO. I'm looking to join an organized force on the MMO with political structure and goals. I would like to be a soldier/hunter/scout type role, I would help out with hunting and labor in peacetime. My character's name is Thranic Greywater.