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Post by xx_Arlettie_xx on Sept 28, 2015 20:55:47 GMT
Overview Terra Ferus is a role-playing forum based on an original concept that has to do with the big cats called Lions in an original setting. Please keep in mind that some comments may be harsh, blunt, picky, but to the point.
Registration Upon having your account approved you are sent a welcome pm which helps bring a bit more clarity as to what the forum is about, regulations, and what not. What makes the Welcoming PM even more interesting is it's basically a role-play post which is what I find unique or at least different! Also, upon registering to the site you are not required to activate your e-mail though it is mandatory that you provide one.
First Glance TF looks like a nice set up site and the PB theme colors and background doesn't hurt my eyes, so that's a plus. There seems to be too many boards on the forum so it may look overwhelming, I suggest grouping up relative boards together to make more sub-boards so the forum won't look so cluttered. Perhaps even remove some boards as well that honestly isn't needed. Just a tip, the less boards you have the more posts and topics there are visually. It just makes the boards look more active.
Lore of TF I really loved the lore and how most of it is fleshed out and I have nothing else to say about it really. Good job M. R. Blackthorn and Peace!
Art Lets be honest here, the art could be much better; however, of course not everyone is an amazing artist or have the proper tools for good art. Though the focal point of TF is the role-playing I find the art just as important since it's used to give the readers a visual to work off of.
Pros and Cons? The pros would be the lore, pb theme, concept, and staff being communicative and listens to members. The cons would be the art, cluttered and too many boards, and that's about it.
Score of 7/10 Overall I love TF though there are some changes that should be made to enhance the experience that members will encounter. One small suggestion, it's been bothering me that the mini-profile isn't centered so it would be nice if that was modified!
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Post by M. R. Blackthorn on Sept 29, 2015 1:21:36 GMT
This is nice of you to do, Arlettie ^^ It's really helpful to see this kind of thing, thank you! And I'm glad to know the welcome PM is helpful. Can't wait to hear more from you!
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Post by xx_Arlettie_xx on Sept 29, 2015 4:23:05 GMT
You're Welcome and thanks! I'm still planning on elaborating on all of the sections that I've highlighted I just never got around to it due to homework unfortunately. Going to actually be able to complete this on Friday as I've said in the shoutbox or Thursday.
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Post by xx_Arlettie_xx on Oct 4, 2015 19:02:59 GMT
Updated and completed the review! <3
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Post by M. R. Blackthorn on Oct 4, 2015 21:17:43 GMT
Fixed the mini profiles and I'm working on making the boards/sub boards less cluttered. Thanks for this, you have no idea how much this helps!
As for the art, most of it is either temporary or really old(some of it is 3 years old) and need updated. A lot of it really does need work. Question though, what would you like to see for the art? Like different style or more detailed art? If it's details that need improvement, that's not too hard(will take a bit of work obviously, but I already do some higher detailed pieces), but changing the style would mean a huge amount of work on my part. My problem is I often take breaks in the middle of a drawing, due to slight nerve damage in my dominate hand(it doesn't overly affect my ability to draw/write, but it acts up from time to time). Anyway, we might end up for a few new artists soon. 4everhallie (who's a writer right now) said they might become an artist, but they want to make sure the site actually stays around before doing so. They don't want to create art for TF only to have it go to waste if the RP fails.
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Post by xx_Arlettie_xx on Oct 5, 2015 3:00:45 GMT
Thank you M. R. Blackthorn! As for the art (sorry I didn't specify earlier) I was actually referring to the lineart. Right now it actually looks more or less like sketches. That's awesome that you might be getting an artist to be apart of the team!
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