It isn't uncommon for members to feel lost when joining the group, or even when returning from hiatus. Havensake is a very active environment with a lot of action, and feeling like you need a little help is never a bad thing! For all members, new or old, who feel like they need a helping hand- please check out the Paw Pals system!
[How it Works]
Big Paws are members who feel confident in their understanding of its group and its rules. Little Paws are members who may need extra guidance to integrate into the group or understand mechanics.
Members are allowed to sign up or pull out of the Big Paw / Little Paw system at any time. Whenever a Little Paw signs up, an admin will go through the current Big Paw candidates and try to match that Little Paw with a member who seems best suited compatibility wise and with what the Little Paw is looking for in terms of guidance.
There are no limitations to signing up- Little Paws can be members who have been in the group for years, and Big Paws can have only been in the group for a few months! We tend to have more Big Paws than Little Paws, so it may take a while before any Big Paw gets an assignment!
Paw Pal sign-ups will be done through the notes server on Discord. Active Big/Little Paws will receive emojis beside their usernames in the notes section indicating their role for ease of admin selection when handling pairings. Though the sign-up forms are posted below, they can also be found in the notes server itself.
[Big Paws]
If you're interested in becoming a Big Paw, it's important to make sure you really understand the group! You should be able to know where information is, answer basic questions, provide in-character interactions regularly for your Little Paw, and make sure they aren't falling behind in the group!
This position is not a head, mod, or admin position, and should not be treated as such. However, please know we still really appreciate you reaching out to help other members, and we're sure they're very thankful, too!
To sign-up to be a Big Paw, please fill out the following form and post it in the general chat of your personal section of the notes server! When you are chosen for a buddy, you will be directly DMed by an admin at any time!
Big Paw Sign-Up Form
How many Little Paws do you feel comfortable taking on?:
What would you do to get your Little Paw integrated into the group?: (ie. roleplays, plots, things like that)
Is there anyone you do not feel comfortable being a Big Paw for?:
These answers will remain confidential and are only used for the purpose of maintaining comfort when making Big/Little Paw assignments. Just a username/name is fine, you do not have to provide a reason.
If you wish to add on to this list at any time, please edit this form and @ staff in a comment on this note.
Do you have any questions, comments, or concerns about being a Big Paw?:
[Little Paws]
If you're interested in being a Little Paw for any reason, please feel free to sign up! There's nothing to be embarrassed by by needing or wanting a little extra help in any area of the group. We encourage anyone who wants a little boost to sign up!
To sign-up to be a Little Paw, please fill out the form below, and post it in the general chat of your personal section of the notes server! When you are chosen for a buddy, you will be directly DMed by an admin at any time!
Little Paw Sign-Up Form
Have you signed up to be a Little Paw before?:
If you answered yes, have you been assigned a Big Paw before? How did that experience go? Would you want that same partner again?:
Are you new to the group, or feel like you are struggling in any particular way? Your reasonings for needing a Big Paw may help us figure out who best to assign you, so please be thorough!:
What things can your Big Paw do to help you, personally, get into the group? What are ways you usually feel make you more comfortable and have a better understanding?: (ie. doing RPs together, using them like a free encyclopedia, etc.)
Is there anyone you do not feel comfortable being a Little Paw for?:
These answers will remain confidential and are only used for the purpose of maintaining comfort when making Big/Little Paw assignments. Just a username/name is fine, you do not have to provide a reason.
If you wish to add on to this list at any time, please edit this form and @ staff in a comment on this note.
Do you have any questions, comments, or concerns about being a Little Paw?:
[What Happens Next?]
If you are a Little Paw and feel like you're ready to be out on your own, please let an admin know! We will automatically assume every Little Paw is done with their assignment after a period of 6 months has passed. If you feel otherwise, and want extra time with your buddy's assistance, just let us know, and we'll keep you paired up!
If you are a Big or Little Paw and feel like your assignment just isn't a great match for any reason, please reach out to staff- we'll get the Little Paw assigned ASAP and mitigate any issues that have arisen to the best of our ability. There's no pressure to remain a buddy with someone if you don't think it's working out!
If you have any questions about the Buddy System, please reach out to staff! We're happy to help. ♥