FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Here we have compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions that we receive. If you don't see the answer you're looking for, please contact us on the admin account @HP_TheNextGen.
What is the timeframe of Hogwarts: The Next Generation?
Hogwarts: The Next Generation takes place AFTER the Golden Trio (aka Harry, Hermione, and Ron) has left Hogwarts and started their own families. Our RPG is currently set in 2023. For further reference, this makes Harry Potter currently 42, and his oldest son, James, 17.
how can i join?
We're excited you want to join us! Please read HERE to learn how to join.
do you accept OC's?
YES! We love OCs! If you'd like to make an OC, please reference HERE to learn how.
Are there any characters you don't accept?
We do not accept any characters that go against canon, namely any characters or descendants of characters that are deceased according to the books. We also are no longer accepting any OCs that are orphans or purebloods, as both are extremely uncommon. From time to time, we will have a temporary ban on certain types of characters if we are seeing an excessive amount of them (e.g. an abundance of Slytherins, an uneven ratio of male to female characters). If you have any questions, please feel free to contacts us at @HP_TheNextGen.
Do you require an audition to join?
Yes, we require new members to submit an audition in order to join our group. Auditions are a Solo RP in which you showcase your RP style and how you will portray the character. Auditions need to be, at minimum, one paragraph long.
I've been a member of your group in the past. Can I rejoin?
In most situations, we welcome previous members back with open arms (and exemption from audition!). Under some circumstances we will not allow a person to rejoin due to inappropriate behavior or character neglect. Please contact us at @HP_TheNextGen to inquire about rejoining!
How often do I need to be online?
We require our members to RP at least twice a week for each character they have. This does not include participating on the timeline via indirect tweeting. If your character has gone more than three weeks without activity and/or you fail to respond to activity checks, it will be put back on the "OPEN ROLES" page.
What if I can't be online due to travel / work / exams / etc?
We understand that you have a real life to lead, and we believe real life always comes first! If for any reason you can't be online as often as required, or for an extended period of time, we simply request that you inform us ahead of time. This will ensure that we don't bombard you with activity requests or reopen your character in your absence.
How many characters can I have?
Technically, we don't have a limit of the number of characters a member can have. The key here is that you keep each character you own active. If you begin to neglect the characters you currently own, you will not be allowed to create new ones- you will first have to prove you can keep all your current characters active before we will consider allowing you to create more.
Can I give up a character?
Yes. We understand that sometimes the members and the characters don't mesh well together. We also understand that inspiration can sometimes lead you to bite off more than you can chew. We do ask that you give a new character at least two weeks before surrendering them. f you feel the need to give up a character, please contact the admins at @HP_TheNextGen and we can reshelf them for you.
Can I reserve a character?
Yes! If you see a character that suits your fancy, but for whatever reason you cannot yet submit an audition and/or create the character profile, we will reserve the character for you for up to 48 hours. After that, the character will be reopened.
Can I change my face claim?
We allow our members ONE face claim change per character. Make sure to choose wisely!
What do all these acronyms stand for?
Here's a quick cheat sheet for you:
RP - Role Play
NG - Next Generation
OC - Original Character
OOC - Out of Character
FC - Face Claim
If you have any other questions, please contact us at @HP_TheNextGen.
RP - Role Play
NG - Next Generation
OC - Original Character
OOC - Out of Character
FC - Face Claim
If you have any other questions, please contact us at @HP_TheNextGen.