http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/ My lil space where I can rant about whatever. Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:44:26 +0000 http://bloghi.com/ http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/img_ch.hi?id=14288 http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/ http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/2008/05/25/what-not-to-say-or-do.html http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/2008/05/25/what-not-to-say-or-do.html#comments Sun, 25 May 2008 07:39:21 +0000 http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/2008/05/25/what-not-to-say-or-do.html There seems to be an influx of newbies hitting the grid, with no idea about manners or courtesy around others. So I've posted this to give those av's who are a little confused the chance to learn some big no no's before they upset the wrong av.... Please feel free to comment and add to the list.

1. Walking up to a cute avatar and saying anything along the lines of "you are hot, can we have sex?"

Lets begin with the obvious point here. Secondlife is a world of mesh characters who can dress that mesh in any way they like. An avatar can choose they're skin, shape, and hair, and style themselves in ways that are only seen in the top fashion houses in Real Life. Therefore you are in a world full of beautiful people. Less than perfect people are in the definate minority, and look the way they do through choice. So, telling someone they look hot isn't going to get you anywhere with most.
If you really want to pick someone up, make sure you have shed your newbie looks. Make an effort and use your intellect to strike up a good conversation.
Onto the second point. Honestly, would you walk up to a complete stranger in the Real World and proposition them for sex? No? Well, don't do it here.

2. Thinking that this is just a game, and none of your actions matter.

Just because you see SL as a game doesn't mean that everyone else does. What you must remember is behind every avatar, is a human being. This person may be pulling their puppets strings, but they hold the emotions too. So acting like a complete prat may hurt them emotionally. Yes, in your eyes this IS a game, but by bearing in mind that people have feelings, you can avoid making a lot of enemies.

3. Forgetting to fill out your profile.

This is possibly one of my biggest pet peeves.
Ok granted, on your first few days on the grid, there is a lot going on and you have a lot to learn, so its not too bad that you have not completed your picks as yet. But, on the other hand. People who have been online for a few months should have at least considered it.
 
If you look at your profile as your shop window, you will understand why it should be filled in well.
It's the first place people look when they meet you, as it tells them all of the basics that they need to know. In fact, I think people should have a profile in RL. Would avoid a lot of awkward situations. See the post "Profile Perfection" for tips on how to fill yours out.

So go on, keep adding more on the comments. Lets help out all of those people who are a little shocked by other peoples reactions.
]]> http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/2008/05/25/what-not-to-say-or-do.html#comments http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/2008/05/25/trubble-in-paradise-aka-trubble-in-sl.html http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/2008/05/25/trubble-in-paradise-aka-trubble-in-sl.html#comments Sun, 25 May 2008 07:26:23 +0000 http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/2008/05/25/trubble-in-paradise-aka-trubble-in-sl.html 24th October 2007... The day 2 big things hit the grid. Firstly was the major event of CSI-NY running its episode "down the rabbit hole" which had elements of second life within it. This episode sparked a massive campaign on the grid, including the... Firstly was the major event of CSI-NY running its episode "down the rabbit hole" which had elements of second life within it. This episode sparked a massive campaign on the grid, including the CSI-NY island being launched, with its in-world CSI game.

The second event was less major in some people's eyes, but it was to change sl for a handful of avatars. Yes, that was the day trubble landed, or rather fell off orientation island without the slightest idea of where to go now or what to do. I'd landed as a cybergoth, which at first I actually thought looked rather cool at the time. But I looked around and soon noticed that the wide assortment of people was not much unlike the assortment of people in the Real World. I also learnt fast that, as much as it pains me to say it, I looked like a newb, and that was going to get me nowhere fast.

I quickly came across a few freebie places such as freedove and freebie island, and managed to polish my appearance a little, to the point of getting my first job as a dancer, and we kinda moved up from there.

So a little word to the newbies setting out on their own secondlife. Don't worry too much at first about Lindens, and earning them. There are many, many freebie zones out there that can get you started. I have never, ever camped, I've never needed to. So don't waste precious hours sat around for a few pennys. Get yourself dressed for free... get yourself a skill or two and earn some serious cash.
]]> http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/2008/05/25/trubble-in-paradise-aka-trubble-in-sl.html#comments http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/2008/05/25/welcome-to-the-playhouse.html http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/2008/05/25/welcome-to-the-playhouse.html#comments Sun, 25 May 2008 07:12:40 +0000 http://trubblesplayhouse.bloghi.com/2008/05/25/welcome-to-the-playhouse.html I'm trubble, also known as Tracy Rubble within the online metaverse of second life. I've been in there about 6 months now, met many interesting people. I've seen more places than I'd known existed and had some experiences beyond all others. I've... I've been in there about 6 months now, met many interesting people. I've seen more places than I'd known existed and had some experiences beyond all others.

I've learnt to build, design, create and play.
I learnt to DJ and host. I've danced, modelled, and partied.

Now I think it's time to pass what I've learnt on to other people.

I'll be running posts on anything from activities to places within secondlife. Some tutorials and a whole lot of things to take away your boredom.

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