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You can access a Astrofel's profile by clicking on the Getting Started Menu > Members Database, then either clicking on the bonded character's name OR clicking on your player name > then the bonded character under "Characters & Astrofel". Click on the "Edit Astrofel" button to access the update section.
You can access a Companion's profile by clicking on the Getting Started Menu > Members Database, then either clicking on the bonded character's name OR clicking on your player name > then the bonded character under "Characters & Companions". Click on the "Edit Companion" button to access the update section; this button will only show on Companion associated with your OOC name. '''If you have any questions, concerns, or would like screenshots to help navigate the page, please contact Signe using your Private Support Channel!'''
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== Update Costs ==
== Update Costs ==
Some profile fields will cost coppers to update; they are marked on the Astrofel Profile with a [c] that you can hover over to see associated costs.  You will be <u>automatically</u> charged for changes to these sections when you finish updating the page, the total cost for the changes you are making can be found at the bottom of the page.
Some profile fields will cost coppers to update; they are marked on the Companion Profile Editor with a [c] that you can hover over to see associated costs.  You will be <u>automatically</u> charged for changes to these sections when you finish updating the page, the total cost for the changes you are making can be found at the bottom of the page.
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== Profile Fields ==
== Profile Fields ==
''Unfortunately, due to the size of the page, I'm not able to provide screenshots; if you need help with a specific field, please contact Signe for assistance!''
==== Astrofel Name ====
Your Astrofel's full name and the name you will use in the "Astrofel Name(s)" field when [[Posting Guide|posting]].
* Costs associated with updating this section: 200c
==== Specialization ====
This section will be locked until your character reaches [[Astrofel|Level 8]]; at that time, you can select a Specialization from the list on the Affliction's page (under Level VIII).
* Costs associated with updating this section: Setting it for the first time is free, switching to a new Specialization after that is 2000c
==== Career ====
List your character's career(s) here.
==== Age ====
Enter your Astrofel's age here; this could be an exact age ("32 years"), age range ("30s"), or category ("Adult"). Astrofels may be aged up or down at any time for free; they can also be aged up or down for threads without updating their profile (ex: Astrofel is usually played in their 30s, but have aged down to teen for a background/relationship-establishing thread).
==== Sex ====
Use the dropdown menu to change your Astrofel's biological sex. Options are: Male, Female, Intersex
* Costs associated with updating this section: 200c
==== Pronouns ====
Enter your Astrofel's [https://gender.fandom.com/wiki/Pronouns pronouns] here.
==== Gender ====
Enter your Astrofel's [[wikipedia:List_of_gender_identities|gender]] here. Examples include, but are not limited to, Trans, Cis, Nonbinary, Genderqueer, Agender, etc.
==== Sexual/Romantic Orientation ====
Enter your Astrofel's [[wikipedia:Sexual_orientation|sexual]] and/or [[wikipedia:Romantic_orientation|romantic]] orientation here. Examples include, but are not limited to, bisexual, pansexual, heterosexual, homosexual, asexual, queer, asexual, aromantic, biromantic, etc.
==== Race ====
Enter the name of your Astrofel's race here.  Options are: [[Getting Started#Joining a Human|Human]], [[Getting Started#Joining a Valka|Valka]], [[Getting Started#Joining Other Races (optional)|Amalgam]], [[Getting Started#Joining Other Races (optional)|Telaspa]], [[Auren]], [[Ignean]], [[Rockfolk]], [[Volari]], [[Zenoxi]], Hafling, or Mixling
* Costs associated with updating this section:
** Changing from [[Getting Started#Joining a Human|Human]] to [[Getting Started#Joining a Valka|Valka]] or [[Getting Started#Joining a Valka|Valka]] to [[Getting Started#Joining a Human|Human]]: 300c
** Changing from [[Getting Started#Joining Other Races (optional)|Amalgam]] or [[Getting Started#Joining Other Races (optional)|Telaspa]] to [[Getting Started#Joining a Valka|Valka]]: Free
** Changing from [[Getting Started#Joining Other Races (optional)|Amalgam]] or [[Getting Started#Joining Other Races (optional)|Telaspa]] to [[Getting Started#Joining a Human|Human]]: 300c
** Changing from [[Getting Started#Joining a Valka|Valka]] to [[Getting Started#Joining Other Races (optional)|Amalgam]] or [[Getting Started#Joining Other Races (optional)|Telaspa]]: 500c
** Changing from [[Getting Started#Joining a Human|Human]] to [[Getting Started#Joining Other Races (optional)|Amalgam]] or [[Getting Started#Joining Other Races (optional)|Telaspa]]: 1000c
** Changing from [[Auren]], [[Ignean]], [[Rockfolk]], [[Volari]], [[Zenoxi]], Hafling, or Mixling to [[Getting Started#Joining Other Races (optional)|Amalgam]] or [[Getting Started#Joining Other Races (optional)|Telaspa]]: 3000c
** Changing from anything to [[Auren]], [[Ignean]], [[Rockfolk]], [[Volari]], [[Zenoxi]], Hafling, or Mixling: 6000c
** Changing from anything to custom race: 10,000c - ''requires approval from Support''
* Special Notes:
** Astrofels that are a mix of Ognoshu (Human, Amaglam, Telaspa, or Human) and non-Ognoshu (any other race) are called "Haflings"
*** Ex: a Halfling could be Volari x Human OR Telaspa x Ignean
** Astrofels that are a mix of three or more races are called "Mixlings"
*** Ex: a Mixling could be Auren x Human x Valka OR Zenoxi x Human x Telaspa
** Astrofel that are a mix of two non-Ognoshu races are called "Half-[Mother's Race]"
*** Ex: a Half-Auren could have an Auren mother and an Ignean father; a Half-Rockfolk could have a Rockfolk mother and a Zenoxi father
==== Magic or Technology ====
Indicate whether your Astrofel uses [[Character Progression System|Magic or Technology]] here.
* Costs associated with updating this section:
** From Custom to [[Character Progression System#Using Magic|Magic]] or [[Character Progression System#Using Nanites|Technology]]: 150c
** From [[Character Progression System#Using Nanites|Technology]] to [[Character Progression System#Using Magic|Magic]] or [[Character Progression System#Using Magic|Magic]] to [[Character Progression System#Using Nanites|Technology]]: 500c
** From [[Character Progression System#Using Nanites|Technology]] or [[Character Progression System#Using Magic|Magic]] to Custom: 7500c - ''requires approval from Support since we will need to build and code a new system''
* Special Notes:
** [[Character Progression System#Using Magic|Magic]] is used primarily by Valka (including Telaspa) and cannot be used by Humans
** [[Character Progression System#Using Nanites|Technology]] is used primarily by Humans and cannot be used by Valka
** All other races, including Amalgam, Halflings, and Mixlings, can choose either [[Character Progression System#Using Magic|Magic]] or [[Character Progression System#Using Nanites|Technology]]
==== Method(s) ====
Describe how your Astrofel accesses, uses, or directs their [[Character Progression System#Using Magic|magic]] or [[Character Progression System#Using Nanites|nanites]].
==== Can Shapeshift? ====
Indicate if your Astrofel can shapeshift here or not. Options are: Yes, No
* Costs associated with updating this section:
** From Yes to No: Free
** From No to Yes: 1500c
* Special Notes:
** Valka and Telaspa, as well as some Amalgam, Halflings, and Mixlings, may shapeshift.
*** Some Astrofels may be stuck in their animal or human form and unable to shift for a variety of reasons (curses, unstable magic, etc.)
** All other races, including Humans, cannot shapeshift.
==== Animal Form ====
Enter your Astrofel's animal form here. If you are changing their form, make sure to click on the appropriate circle next to "''New form is:''" to ensure you are charged appropriately.
* Costs associated with updating this section:
** Changing from empty to animal form: 150c
** Changing animal form to new animal form: 300c
** Extinct Form: 3000c
** Unique, Custom, or Mythical Form: 7500c
** Changing to empty (removing the ability to shapeshift): Free
* Use your private support channel if:
** You forgot to set this when you joined the Astrofel; we can update this for you for free as long as its within a week of joining.
** Your Astrofel has received additional form(s); the primary form will be listed here and additional forms will be added as Talents.
** You are using special permissions/deals to get a new form; we will update this for you for free.
==== Valka or Human Traits ====
Humans may be joined with with a single appearance-only trait and Valka may be joined with up to two appearance-only traits OR one physical enhancement based on their animal form.
''Use your private support channel to add or update this information after joining.''
* Costs associated with updating this section:
** Valka Traits:
*** Adding traits (not set at joining): Free
*** Switching from one physical enhancement to up to two appearance-only trait(s): 250c
*** Adding additional appearance-only trait(s): 300c
*** Switching from appearance-only trait(s) to one physical enhancement: 400c
*** Adding additional physical enhancements: 500c
** Human Traits:
*** Adding traits (not set at joining): Free
*** Switching to another appearance-only trait: 250c
*** Adding another appearance-only trait: 300c
*** Adding a functional trait: 600c
==== Hair, Eye, or Skin Color ====
Use these sections to change your Astrofel's hair, eye, or skin colors. If you are changing one of these details, make sure to click on the appropriate circle next to "''New ___ is:''" to ensure you are charged appropriately.
* Costs associated with updating this section:
** Hair:
*** Changing to Black, Dark Brown, Dark Brown with Red Highlights, Light Brown, Light Brown with Red Highlights, Auburn, Blonde, Strawberry Blonde, Red, or Naturally Unique: 200c
**** Examples of naturally unique: Poliosis (a condition causing a localized lack of pigment in the hair), salt and pepper (mix of gray and natural color), premature greying
*** Changing to Unnatural: 400c
**** Examples of unnatural hair: Purple, Blue, Pink
*** Changing to Special Effects: 600c
**** Examples of special effects: Glowing, Changes Color, Made of Fire, Cybernetic
*** Changing to Unnatural + Special Effect: 1000c
**** Examples of both: Pink hair that smells like candy, blue hair that glows green at night
** Eyes:
*** Changing to Black, Dark Brown, Light Brown, Amber, Hazel, Green, Grey, Blue, or Naturally Unique: 200c
**** Examples of naturally unique: Heterochromia (two different colored eyes), central heterochromia (different colors radiating from the pupil), red (due to albinism)
*** Changing to Unnatural: 400c
**** Examples of unnatural eyes: Violet, Red, Opal
*** Changing to Special Effects: 600c
**** Examples of special effects: Glowing, Changes Color, Made of Light, Cybernetic
*** Changing to Unnatural + Special Effect: 1000c
**** Examples of both: Eyes with white pupils that glow in the dark, eyes with no whites that change color with the Astrofel's mood
** Skin:
*** Changing to Type VI, Type V, Type IV, Type III, Type II, Type I, or Naturally Unique: 200c
**** Examples of naturally unique: Albinism (lack of melanin resulting in very pale skin), vitiligo (patches of skin lose their pigment, creating a unique pattern)
*** Changing to Unnatural: 400c
**** Examples of unnatural skin: Blue, Purple, Green
*** Changing to Special Effects: 600c
**** Examples of special effects: Glowing, Changes Color, Made of Earth, Cybernetic
*** Changing to Unnatural + Special Effect: 1000c
**** Examples of both: Glowing blue skin, skin made of water that changes colors
==== Detailed Appearance ====
Enter additional Astrofel details here.  For example, you could describe their height, build, clothing, or scars here; you could also mention if they dye their hair or use color contacts here.
==== Animal Appearance ====
Describe what your Astrofel looks like in their animal form here.  For example, you could describe if they are on the bigger or smaller ends of average for their form's species, or mention if noteworthy aspects like scars, coat color/pattern, etc.
==== Physical & Neuro-Diversities ====
Describe your Astrofel's physical and/or neuro-diversities here.  ''Use your private support channel to add or update this information after joining.''
* Costs associated with updating this section:
** Add natural physical or neuro-diversity: Free
*** Examples: Blind, missing a limb, deaf in one ear, ADHD, autism
** Switching out a pre-existing physical or neuro-diversity: 150c
*** Examples: Changing ADHD to autism, changing blind to deaf
** Remove physical or neuro-diversity: 350c
** Add unique/unnatural physical or neuro-diversity: Varies - contact Support to discuss
*** Examples: Blind but uses echolocation to navigate areas, is deaf at night and has hearing during the day
==== Personality ====
Describe your Astrofel's personality here.
==== Background ====
Describe your Astrofel's background/history here.
==== Group ====
List the name of your Astrofel's [[Getting Started#Standard Route Details|group]], and/or its members, here.
==== Guild & Guild Position ====
List your Astrofel's [https://www.kinrpg.com/guilds.php Guild] and their position in it in these sections.  Your Astrofel will <u>automatically</u> be added/moved to the appropriate rank on the Guild's profile, depending on what position you enter; you can update their position at any time for free.
==== Follower Of ====
Enter the name of the primary [https://www.kinrpg.com/deities.php deity] your Astrofel worships here.  They will be <u>automatically</u> added to the Followers section of the appropriate deity's profile.
==== Residential District ====
Enter the District your Astrofel lives in here. They will <u>automatically</u> be added to the appropriate district on the Residents tab on the Play board and the Residents of Pyronmouth section of the Maps page.
* Options include:
** The ''Emerald Distric''t has been claimed by the wealthiest of Ognoshu, commonly nobles and wealthy gentry.  The district features grand villas and manors and was named for the lush greenery of its sprawling lawns and flower gardens.
** The ''Sapphire District'' features smaller, but still very desirable, homes. Members of the gentry -- merchants, scholars, soldiers, and skilled craftspeople, primarily -- live here.  The district is named for the blue-roofs of the various shops scattered throughout the district.
** The ''Ruby District'' is named after the red brick and timber used to craft most of the houses here.  This district is home to primarily commoners, laborers, and tradesmen; living accommodations tend to be comfortable but sparse and somewhat cramped in order to dedicate more land to crops and livestock.
** The ''Obsidian District'' is home almost exclusively to Valka; humans entering the area may be viewed with suspicion by some.  It features impressive communal buildings and homes made of dark stone; other residences include traditional housing like yurts and tents. The district is colloquially known as the Ash District, for the ash produced by the many large open fires dotting the landscape; these fires are used for a variety of purposes from mundane (cooking, keeping warm, etc.) to mystical (ceremonies, religious holidays, etc.).
** The main shopping area is called the ''Copper District''; it features a huge open air bazaar plus shops, shacks, stalls, and tents. The district is named for the new currency, coppers.
** The ''Iron District'' is the formal name for the Docks.  It features rows of piers and warehouses for fishing boats, merchant vessels bringing or shipping goods, and the handful of Navy ships New Ognos has to its name currently.
** The ''Platinum District'', more commonly called The Hub, is the heart of the town and home to several administrative buildings, such as the Hall of Records and the Silver Precinct (where the guards/police force work from), as well as Guild Halls.
==== Owned Homes/Businesses ====
This section will hold links to the profiles of any homes or businesses your Astrofel owns.  ''Use your private support channel to claim Lostholds as a new home or business; we will be adding the option to purchase them from the Marketplace in the near future.''
==== Relationship Status ====
Enter your Astrofel's relationship status in this field. If you want, you can even link to a partner's profile using <a href=[url here]>Name</a>.
==== Parents ====
If your Astrofel was born on-site, this section will hold links to their parents' profiles. ''Use your private support channel to add or update this information after joining.''
* Costs associated with updating this section:
** Add parentage: 200c
** Remove parentage: 600c
** Change parentage: 1000c
==== Children ====
If your Astrofel has procreated, or adopted a child, this section will hold links to their profiles. ''Use your private support channel to add or update this information after joining.''
* Costs associated with updating this section:
** Add off-site/NPC offspring: Free
** Add adopted offspring: Free
** Add offspring not created through Breeding catalyst: 200c
** Remove offspring not created through Breeding catalyst: 300c
** Remove offspring created through Breeding catalyst: 600c
==== Player ====
This is your OOC name. ''Use your private support channel to update this information after joining.''
* Costs associated with updating this section:
** Transfer to another player or NPC: Free
*** Transferring a Astrofel will transfer all assigned Astrofel, items, Talents, and pets associated; make sure to transfer away anything you want to keep.
** Delete Astrofel*: Free
*** Deleting a Astrofel deletes all Astrofel, items, Talents, and pets associated; make sure to transfer away anything you want to keep.  As an alternative, we can also "Hide" a Astrofel for you.
==== Activity Status & Explanation ====
Set your Astrofel's activity status and explain it in more detail in these sections.  Options include: Active, Temporary, Unborn, Paused, Inactive, or Limited Availability
==== Health Status & Explanation ====
This section holds your Astrofel's health status and a further explanation.  Most aspects mentioned here can also be removed through in-Astrofel posting, completing quests, or waiting out the time limit.
''Use your private support channel to update this information after joining.''
* Costs associated with updating this section:
** Add natural injury, illness, or mark dead: Free
** Remove injury or illness: 300c
** Resurrect dead Astrofel: 500c
** Remove blessing or curse: 1000c
** Add unnatural injury or illness, curse or blessing, or undead state: Varies - contact Support to discuss


==== URL for Profile Picture ====
* '''Companion Name:''' Your Companion's full name and the name you will use in the "Companion Name(s)" field when posting.
Replace the URL in this section to update your Astrofel's profile picture.
* '''Career:''' List your Companion’s career(s) here.
* '''Age:''' Enter your Companion’s age. Companions can be aged up or down freely at any time, and for threads without editing their profile.
* '''Sex:''' Select your Companion’s biological sex. Options include Male, Female, and Intersex.
* '''Pronouns:''' Enter your Companion’s pronouns (e.g., he/him, they/them, etc.).
* '''Gender:''' Enter your Companion’s gender (e.g., Trans, Cis, Nonbinary, Genderqueer, etc.).
* '''Sexual/Romantic Orientation:''' List your Companion’s sexual and/or romantic orientation.
* '''Affliction:''' Enter your Companion’s Affliction type. Options include Blood, Crystal, Fire, Frost, Light, Plant, or Water. Custom Afflictions must be approved via Support.
* '''Type:''' Enter your Companion’s species (e.g., Astrofel, Verdelisk, Pyroptera, Sentinel, Tidewing, Zephfluff). Custom species must be approved via Support.
* '''Animal Form:''' Describe your Companion’s animal form. ''Be sure to select the appropriate form type (Normal, Extinct, or Unique/Mythical) when changing forms.''
* '''Detailed Appearance:''' Describe your Companion’s size, coloration, markings, body shape, or other notable visual traits.
* '''Physical & Neuro-Diversities:''' Describe any physical or neuro-diverse traits your Companion possesses.
* '''Personality:''' Describe your Companion’s personality.
* '''Background:''' Describe your Companion’s personal history or origin story.
* '''Relationship Status:''' Share whether your Companion is single, partnered, or has any significant relationships.
* '''Parents:''' If your Companion was born on-site, this section will hold links to their parent profiles. ''Use your private support channel to update this section.''
* '''Children:''' If your Companion has procreated or adopted children, this section holds links to their profiles. ''Use your private support channel to update this section.''
* '''Player:''' This is your OOC username. ''Use your private support channel to update this section.''
* '''Activity Status:''' Set your Companion’s current status — options include Active, Temporary, Unborn, Paused, Inactive, or Limited Availability.
* '''Activity Status Explanation:''' Add notes or clarifications about your Companion’s current availability.
* '''Health Status:''' Describe your Companion’s current physical or magical condition.
* '''Health Status Explanation:''' Provide details or clarification on the above health status. ''Use your private support channel to update this section.''
* '''Partner:''' This field shows the character your Companion is bonded to. ''Use your private support channel to update this section.''


==== Wish List ====
* '''URL for Profile Picture:''' Enter or update the image URL you’d like displayed on your Companion’s profile.
Use this area to list items, Talents, or pets that you would like your Astrofel (and/or their pets and Astrofel) to have; you can also indicate prizes you would prefer they NOT receive.
* '''Open to Events?''' This dropdown controls if this Companion is considered for staff-run events like Direct Requests, Housing Events, or randomized specials (like ''Pass the Parcel'').
** The default setting is "Yes, this Companion is open to events", however, if your [[Player Profile Editing|player profile]] is set to “No, please pause events”, this Companion will be paused automatically and cannot be selected for randomized events until the player setting is changed!
** Choosing “No, please pause events” will exclude the Companion from being randomly pulled for events, but you can still opt into things manually.
** Choosing “Yes, please prioritize this Companion for events!” increases their chance of being selected or receiving a larger event. You may prioritize up to three total characters, companions, or pets across your account, and you can switch them out at any time.

Latest revision as of 14:59, 2 August 2025

You can access a Companion's profile by clicking on the Getting Started Menu > Members Database, then either clicking on the bonded character's name OR clicking on your player name > then the bonded character under "Characters & Companions". Click on the "Edit Companion" button to access the update section; this button will only show on Companion associated with your OOC name. If you have any questions, concerns, or would like screenshots to help navigate the page, please contact Signe using your Private Support Channel!

Update Costs

Some profile fields will cost coppers to update; they are marked on the Companion Profile Editor with a [c] that you can hover over to see associated costs. You will be automatically charged for changes to these sections when you finish updating the page, the total cost for the changes you are making can be found at the bottom of the page.

Profile Fields

  • Companion Name: Your Companion's full name and the name you will use in the "Companion Name(s)" field when posting.
  • Career: List your Companion’s career(s) here.
  • Age: Enter your Companion’s age. Companions can be aged up or down freely at any time, and for threads without editing their profile.
  • Sex: Select your Companion’s biological sex. Options include Male, Female, and Intersex.
  • Pronouns: Enter your Companion’s pronouns (e.g., he/him, they/them, etc.).
  • Gender: Enter your Companion’s gender (e.g., Trans, Cis, Nonbinary, Genderqueer, etc.).
  • Sexual/Romantic Orientation: List your Companion’s sexual and/or romantic orientation.
  • Affliction: Enter your Companion’s Affliction type. Options include Blood, Crystal, Fire, Frost, Light, Plant, or Water. Custom Afflictions must be approved via Support.
  • Type: Enter your Companion’s species (e.g., Astrofel, Verdelisk, Pyroptera, Sentinel, Tidewing, Zephfluff). Custom species must be approved via Support.
  • Animal Form: Describe your Companion’s animal form. Be sure to select the appropriate form type (Normal, Extinct, or Unique/Mythical) when changing forms.
  • Detailed Appearance: Describe your Companion’s size, coloration, markings, body shape, or other notable visual traits.
  • Physical & Neuro-Diversities: Describe any physical or neuro-diverse traits your Companion possesses.
  • Personality: Describe your Companion’s personality.
  • Background: Describe your Companion’s personal history or origin story.
  • Relationship Status: Share whether your Companion is single, partnered, or has any significant relationships.
  • Parents: If your Companion was born on-site, this section will hold links to their parent profiles. Use your private support channel to update this section.
  • Children: If your Companion has procreated or adopted children, this section holds links to their profiles. Use your private support channel to update this section.
  • Player: This is your OOC username. Use your private support channel to update this section.
  • Activity Status: Set your Companion’s current status — options include Active, Temporary, Unborn, Paused, Inactive, or Limited Availability.
  • Activity Status Explanation: Add notes or clarifications about your Companion’s current availability.
  • Health Status: Describe your Companion’s current physical or magical condition.
  • Health Status Explanation: Provide details or clarification on the above health status. Use your private support channel to update this section.
  • Partner: This field shows the character your Companion is bonded to. Use your private support channel to update this section.
  • URL for Profile Picture: Enter or update the image URL you’d like displayed on your Companion’s profile.
  • Open to Events? This dropdown controls if this Companion is considered for staff-run events like Direct Requests, Housing Events, or randomized specials (like Pass the Parcel).
    • The default setting is "Yes, this Companion is open to events", however, if your player profile is set to “No, please pause events”, this Companion will be paused automatically and cannot be selected for randomized events until the player setting is changed!
    • Choosing “No, please pause events” will exclude the Companion from being randomly pulled for events, but you can still opt into things manually.
    • Choosing “Yes, please prioritize this Companion for events!” increases their chance of being selected or receiving a larger event. You may prioritize up to three total characters, companions, or pets across your account, and you can switch them out at any time.
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