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Glossary terms related to Multi-User Dungeons (MUDs). MUDs come in a wide variety of forms. Traditionally, they are multiplayer games played via telnet.
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Nerf
What is a nerf? A nerf is the process of making a skill, spell, or ability less powerful within a game. This term is often used by game administrators or developers when adjusting game balance to ensure that no single strategy, character, or element dominates the gameplay. It’s also used by the players themselves when
Newbie
What is a newbie? A newbie is a new or inexperienced player in a roleplaying or gaming context. It refers to someone who is just beginning to explore the game or genre and is still learning the basic rules, strategies, and etiquette. Newbies might lack familiarity with common terminology, game mechanics, or story elements, but
Min-maxing
What is min-maxing? Min-maxing is a strategy used in roleplaying games (RPGs) where a player minimizes certain traits or skills that are deemed less important and maximizes others that are more beneficial to their game objectives. This is usually done to create a character that is exceptionally powerful in one or more specific areas, thereby
MUD client
What is a MUD client? A MUD client is a software program specifically designed to connect players to multi-user dungeons (MUDs), which are text-based online roleplaying games (RPGs). MUD clients offer a range of features such as the ability to change the way text appears on screen, macros and triggers, and enhanced logging. In technical
Multiplaying
What is multiplaying? Multiplaying (not to be confused with multiplying!) is the practice of playing multiple characters at the same time. This means having more than one character logged into the game simultaneously. Multiplaying allows a player to explore different facets of the game’s world, engage in more complex storytelling, and interact with the community
Munchkin
What is a munchkin? Munchkin is a term used within the roleplaying game (RPG) community to describe a player who prioritizes their own character’s power and success over collaborative storytelling and the enjoyment of the group. Munchkin behavior often involves exploiting game mechanics, bending rules, and ignoring roleplaying and narrative aspects to gain personal advantage.
MOTD
What is a MOTD? MOTD stands for “message of the day.” The MOTD is a special announcement or information displayed to users when they log in or connect to a game, chatroom server, or similar platform. The content of an MOTD usually includes updates, rules, events, or greetings and is set by the server administrators
Player
What is a player in an RPG? In the context of RPGs, a player is an individual who controls and brings to life a character within the game. Players make decisions for their characters, engage with the story, and interact with other players and the game master (if there is one). Players also help create
Mobprog
What is a mobprog? A mobprog, short for “mobile program,” is a script in a multi-user dungeon (MUD) that is used to enhance non-player characters (NPCs). These scripts enable NPCs to perform a variety of actions autonomously, such as picking up items, interacting with players, or responding to certain triggers within the game environment. Mobprogs
Mob
What is a mob? A mob, short for “mobile”, refers to a type of non-player character (NPC) found in multiplayer online games, particularly in multi-user dungeons (MUDs). These characters are programmed by the game to perform specific roles. They may be adversaries like monsters or function as part of the environment, like city guards, shopkeepers,
Main
What is a main? The term main refers to a player’s primary character in a roleplaying game (RPG), especially when they play multiple characters (known as “multiplaying“). This primary character usually receives most of the player’s focus and development efforts. Mains are often more detailed, have richer backstories, and are used in more significant storylines
Wizard
What is a wizard in a MUD? A wizard in the context of a multi-user dungeon (MUD) is a player who has been granted elevated privileges and responsibilities, similar to an administrator or staff member in other types of online communities. Wizards have the ability to modify the game’s environment, create new content, enforce rules,
Tavern RP
What is tavern RP? Tavern RP (sometimes also called “tea house RP”) refers to a form of roleplaying that takes place in a casual, often social setting, typically mimicking the atmosphere of a medieval or fantasy tavern. It is a type of social RP where players gather in character to discuss events, share stories, or
Scene
What is an RP scene? A roleplay scene in text-based roleplaying games (RPGs) is a chunk of the story where characters interact with each other or their surroundings. Each scene usually (but not always) has a specific setting and a clear purpose, like solving a problem or moving the plot forward. Scenes are the backbone
PC
What is a PC in a roleplaying game? PC stands for “player character.” It’s a character in a roleplaying game controlled by a player, as opposed to an NPC (non-player character), which is controlled by the game master or the game itself. PCs are central to the game’s plot and are the avatars through which