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'''WRITING''' can be done on a variety of media such as [[label]]s, [[writable book]]s, and parchment/paper from [[Wax Eloquent]] in [[Ta'Illistim]]. Writing on these items requires a quill. Writing on a chalkboard requires chalk. |
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|pageintro={{boldmono|WRITE}} is roleplaying verb that requires a target. |
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In order to create letters or other custom messages, the user will need a form of media, such as [[label]]s, [[writable book]]s, [[stationery paper]], or [[mail paper]], and a writing implement, such as a quill, stylus, or chalk. One can write in a different language by using the {{boldmono|[[SPEAK]] <language>}} to switch. |
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There also other items that use this verb that do not require a writing implement, but also do not allow for custom messages. |
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==Help== |
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WRITE {target} - Make a writing motion at someone or something |
WRITE {target} - Make a writing motion at someone or something |
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WRITE {target} - Write on someone or something |
WRITE {target} - Write on someone or something |
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WRITE {message} - Write a message |
WRITE {message} - Write a message |
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WRITE {target}; {message} - Write a message on something |
WRITE {target}; {message} - Write a message on something</pre></onlyinclude> |
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</pre> |
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The various writable items have been built differently throughout the years and one must do a little trial and error to see which of the options above work best. |
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One can write in a different language by using the [[SPEAK]] (option) to switch. |
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For more detail on each item, see the individual item's page, if available. |
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==[[Wax Eloquent|Parchment/Paper]]== |
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*Use <tt>WRITE {target}; {message}</TT>. |
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**Use | to insert a line break. |
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*Use CLEAN to erase (only person who wrote may clean). |
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*Can be dyed with any [[dyer's tent]] or [[alchemy dye]]. |
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*Can be treated with [[perfume]] to add a scent. |
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*Can be stamped using a [[signet]] and wax |
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*Can contain up to 511 characters maximum, including each | for a line break. |
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==[[Label]]== |
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*Using a the writing implement, <tt>WRITE {message}</tt>. |
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*One should not write label {message} or the first word on the label will be "label." For writing stats and use the + sign, use a semi-colon before the + if the + is the first character of the label (e.g., <tt>WRITE ;+5 to aura bonus, +5 wisdom bonus, persists</tt>). |
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*Remember to READ the label before doing anything else to make sure it is correct. CLEAN label to remove what has been written to start over. |
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*PULL label to remove backing. |
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*PUT my label on my (item) to attach the label to the item. |
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*If the label is still messed up write on a new label and cover up the old one using the same steps. |
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==Chalkboard== |
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*Use <tt>WRITE {target};{message}</TT> |
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*[[RUB]] to clean. |
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*Single line only. |
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<pre{{log2}}> |
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>write chalk;This is my chalkboard |
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Holding your black slate chalkboard steady in your left hand, you tighten your grip on a thin piece of white chalk and write the following message upon the slate in the Common tongue: "This is my chalkboard." |
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>speak elv |
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You are now speaking Elven. |
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>rub chalk |
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You vigorously rub the surface of your chalkboard with the palm of one hand, rapidly cleaning the slate to make room for a new message.<br> |
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>write chalk;This is my chalkboard |
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Holding your black slate chalkboard steady in your left hand, you tighten your grip on a thin piece of white chalk and write the following message upon the slate in the Elven tongue: "This is my chalkboard." |
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>read my chal |
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In the Elven language, it reads: |
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This is my chalkboard. |
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</pre> |
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Writable books are actually two items: the book and the pages within. Sometimes one manipulates the BOOK, and other times the PAGE. They have a 1021 character capacity. |
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*With the book open and either a stylus or quill in hand -- <tt>WRITE book;{message}</tt> |
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<small>'''''Please note:''' The below table only displays the basic use of the {{boldmono|WRITE}} verb. To see examples of use with other items, please visit the individual item script pages for the items list under [[#Additional Information|Additional Information]].</small> |
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**To insert a line break in your writing, use the | symbol. |
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{{VerbTableStart |header1= Target |header2= |2Pview= }} |
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*PUSH PAGE: Used with the PAGEs in the book as the target to provide the current page number |
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{{VerbTableEntry|modifier1= Object/Creature |modifier2= |1Pview= You make a writing motion at the (target).|2Pview= |3Pview= (Person) makes a writing motion at the (target).}} |
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*CLEAN PAGE: Used with the PAGEs in the book as the target in order to erase the contents of a page |
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{{Table end}} |
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*TEAR PAGE: Used with the PAGEs in the book as the target in order to tear a page from the book |
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==Additional Information== |
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==Other items== |
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The following are scripted items that use {{boldmono|WRITE}} with require a writing implement to write messages. |
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These items also use WRITE in some fashion, but not as adeptly as the items above. |
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* [[Stationery paper]] |
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*[[A diamond-tipped armor and weapon scriber (saved post)|Forging scriber]] |
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*[[ |
* [[Mail paper]] |
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*[[ |
* [[Label]] |
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* [[Writable Chalkboard]] |
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The following are scripted items that use {{boldmono|WRITE}} without a writing implement, but are limited in their capabilities. |
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*[[ |
* [[Alchemy recipe book]] |
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* [[Forging scriber]] |
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[[category:Verbs]] |
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* [[Verb:READ|{{boldmono|READ}} verb]] |
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[[category:Item Scripts]] |
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Latest revision as of 23:42, 23 October 2025
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WRITE is roleplaying verb that requires a target.
In order to create letters or other custom messages, the user will need a form of media, such as labels, writable books, stationery paper, or mail paper, and a writing implement, such as a quill, stylus, or chalk. One can write in a different language by using the SPEAK <language> to switch.
There also other items that use this verb that do not require a writing implement, but also do not allow for custom messages.
Help
Usage:
WRITE {target} - Make a writing motion at someone or something
In certain locations or with certain targets, one of the following may also apply:
WRITE {target} - Write on someone or something
WRITE {message} - Write a message
WRITE {target}; {message} - Write a message on something
Usage
Please note: The below table only displays the basic use of the WRITE verb. To see examples of use with other items, please visit the individual item script pages for the items list under Additional Information.
| Target | First | Third |
| Object/Creature | You make a writing motion at the (target). | (Person) makes a writing motion at the (target). |
Additional Information
The following are scripted items that use WRITE with require a writing implement to write messages.
The following are scripted items that use WRITE without a writing implement, but are limited in their capabilities.