What is RoH?

Realms of Hyrule, or RoH, is a Zelda-based text-RPG. In a text RPG, instead of pressing buttons and watching the graphic designs on the screen, you "post," or type out and compose pieces of a story by "role-playing," usually with other people, each of whom controls 1 character in the story.

To quote TSA, the creator of RoH, role-playing is, essentially "Putting yourself into someone else's shoes." You create your character, make a background story, interact with other members' characters and go on adventures together. Adventures may include combatting evil foes, exploring new lands, or just hanging out at the tavern with your buds – all navigated by your imagination. There are certain rules and limits to your imagination when interacting with others, but for the most part you are free to wield it how you wish. Role-playing and almost everything else on RoH happens on the forums. The Main site is mostly for announcements, detailed information, player profiles, etc.

What can you expect to find within RoH?

• Over 24 areas taken from the Twilight Princess game on the Gamecube/Wii. The lands of Hyrule have been fully opened for your character’s needs.

 
• Within RoH there are a number of factions, which dedicate themselves to one cause. They are also known as Guilds. Guilds provide a number of advantages to a player should they wish to create one or join one. They provide an active community as well as a source of storyline. Guilds are often involved in the main plot of RoH.

• The Instruction Manual. This area provides all of the rules and guidelines. Beginner RP'ers should read this section carefully, but even experienced players should take the time to look over it.


• The Marketplace. This is where new players come and introduce themselves to the community. If you're looking for help, or want someone to RP with you, then this the place to go.


• The Hero's Fountain. Those who are new to the aspect of text based RPG's should first get an understanding of what they must do within the RP areas. Trainers, each highly skilled in RPing, will happily guide along new players until they feel ready to go out into the world on their own. Standard RPing rules are very relaxed here, so don't be too troubled if errors are made.
  
  A final point is: "Never be afraid to ask." If you have a problem regarding anything on the forums, or you require help on any level, then simply PM (private message) a Scribe (forum moderators) and they'll be sure to get back to you with a good answer.
  
  We hope this introduction to the Realms of Hyrule has helped you in some way. Be sure to register and join in on the adventure!