1. Make sure your character fits the age requirement. (As of June 7, the age range for characters has been changed to 10-18.)

2. We're going to be making a lot of different planets. If you've got an idea for a planet to make, feel free to message me (Lady Velvet) about it. Planets do require approval by me to be used in the roleplay, as do alien races.

3. There should be a maximum of 12 scientists, 6 Caretakers, 6 Navigators, 4 Runners, and 2 Recorders on each ship. This rule can be slackened occasionally, but there will not be 6 recorders and no scientists on a ship.

4. This is 2289. Technology is pretty advanced, but limited. You can't invent impromptu devices that magically get you out of a fix. This isn't Batman.

5. If you have multiple characters, try not to put them all one one Pioneer ship. Divide them up a little! It'll be more fun that way.

6. NPC's are fair game for anyone to play. Just use them when you need them.

7. This is a fast-paced roleplay in which time will pass quickly. If possible, try to post every one or two days.

8. Send me (Lady Velvet) a PM when you have created a character, including his/her name and role on the ship.

9. At the end of the introduction, there is a link to a Reference Page to this roleplay. Before you do anything else, click that link and read it. Right now.

10. This is an open roleplay, but you must be flexible. If your character doesn't fit the roleplay, you will be asked to make changes or even pitch the character completely.

11. No godmodding, follow all the RolePlayGateway rules, etc., etc...

Pioneer Rules:

1. Trainees must adhere to the specific instructions of their mentors at all times. Failure to do so will result in a temporary suspension from all activities aboard the Pioneer.

2. Trainees are forbidden to use any equipment aboard the ship unless instructed to do so by a mentor. Failure to abide by this may result in suspension from activities or expulsion from the Pioneer Program.

3. All members must be in their quarters by 2200 hours (10 p.m.) and must be awake at 0600 hours (6 a.m.) (The ship has its own time system that is not affected by space travel). All members will also report for breakfast at 0700 hours, lunch at 1300 hours, and dinner at 1800 hours.

4. On each ship is a trap door labeled "Emergencies Only." Anyone who opens or tries to open this door (besides the Head Supervisor) will be immediately expelled from the Pioneer Program.

5. Each member is given three suits for everyday wear and one suit for sleeping. Each member is expected to keep these articles washed and in good condition.

6. Violence will not be tolerated in the Pioneer Program. Fighting, bullying, etc. may result in suspension or expulsion from the Pioneer Program.

7. No item may be brought onto the Pioneer unless it is authorized by a mentor. Personal belongings will be checked regularly as a safety precaution. Some forbidden items include: foreign objects from planets, non-Runner weaponry, and any drug products from Earth (unless prescribed).

8. If an individual has too many serious violations of the rules, he/she will NOT be eligible for any top position aboard the Pioneer (Head Pilot, Head Supervisor, Head of the Science Branch, etc.).