How to Roleplay on IRC

A quick guide to finding roleplay channels, understanding IRC roleplay etiquette, and starting your own space on SorceryNet.

Basics

In-character chat: Use normal messages for character dialogue.
Actions: Use /me for actions.
OOC: Keep out-of-character chat clearly marked and easy to separate.
Consent: Respect boundaries and channel rules.

Finding Roleplay Channels

Browse Roleplay Channels.
Ask in #square if you want help finding active groups.
Use webchat for quick drop-in sessions.

Start Your Own Channel

Create it: /join #YourWorld
Register it: /msg ChanServ REGISTER #YourWorld Description
Add staff: /msg ChanServ AOP #YourWorld ADD Nick
Submit it to the directory: Submit a Channel