Lots of player in our game are part of nations. This series gives them a chance to talk about why they decided to join and what it means to them.
Who are you? (IC and/or OOC)
Torolf / Steve Nelson
What nation are you in?
Blackwood
How long have you been a member?
About 9 years
Why did you join this nation?
I first started hanging around Blackwood when I began attending the Nashua practice to improve at fighting. At the time I wasn't intending to join any nation, but I really enjoyed the group, and it became my Realms home
What sets your nation apart from others?
Blackwood has a real diversity of voice when it comes to styles of roleplay and types of characters. But also strikes a good balance between playing hard and having fun. And at the end of the day is a really supportive group
What makes you proud to wear your nation’s colors?
Blackwood is a well-respected nation with many pillars of the community. On the field we are a force to be reckoned with, and we have members with a lot of different skills and talents. There is a lot to be proud of
What’s the most powerful moment you’ve experienced as a member of your nation?
One moment that stands out in my memory is the first time I fought among Blackwood at the nations war. I had fought in plenty of line battles, some of comparable size. But that was the first time as a member of a group that large and coordinated. There have certainly been plenty since, but that one stands out
How does your nation help you become the person you want to be?
I owe a lot of what I've achieved in Realms to Blackwood. From training and experiences, to opportunities and support. I suspect I'd be in a very different place with Realms if I had not joined them. In fact I might have moved on from it some time ago if they hadn't helped re-kindle my enthusiasm for Realms several times over the years
What should someone do if they want to join?
Talking to Tao would be a good start ;)
