Hello all,
I would like to introduce another topic which I’ve been thinking about for a while now. I’m going to keep this post brief,
Intro
‘Old-School Dawn’ is an idea, a sort of revivalist initiative about creating a community that unites players who feel disconnected or dissatisfied with the current style of roleplay.
Recognisably, the shift in roleplay trends may leave some players feeling out of place or unfulfilled. The initiative aims to provide a welcoming space for these individuals, offering a return to the type of roleplay that emphasizes collaboration, character depth, and immersive events & storytelling. (I miss Ironforge haha)
It’s important to clarify that this project is not intended to criticize/diminish the current RP scene on Argent Dawn. I have immense respect for the roleplayers and guilds who continue to enrich the server’s ever-vibrant and evolving community! The range of creative storytelling and styles present today is something deeply appreciated, and I recognize that many players enjoy and thrive within modern roleplay formats. Simply, it’s just not for me.
However, Old-School Dawn caters to those who long for a more grounded, character-driven experience that harkens back to a slower-paced style of roleplay. It’s understandable that the modern scene has different focuses, but this is simply offering an alternative for those seeking a more nostalgic experience. The aim is to create an inclusive space for people who want to revisit this style, while coexisting peacefully and respectfully with the broader roleplaying community.
(Just to make it clear, this ain’t no time travel venture)
Theme
Old-School Dawn is a roleplay revival initiative inspired by the storytelling themes and community spirit of the Wrath of the Lich King/Cataclysm era. Its purpose is to unite guilds and players through collaborative, immersive narratives that focus on grounded characters and shared experiences. Included with throwback events which tail back to your classic events of Warcraft, whether it be about Lothar, Dwarves… list goes on.
Rather than focusing on heroic feats, it’s like everyday characters—soldiers, survivors, and adventurers—working together in a world full of challenges. This initiative aims to recreate the strong sense of community and character development from the past, while fully respecting and adapting to the current World of Warcraft lore. Furthermore, it would be used as a platform or outlet for immersion to be brought to the likes of Stormwind City.
What about Classic WoW?
In brief, Classic presents numerous challenges which are caused by the layering and phasing on each realm. It disrupts the necessary environment for roleplay on classic to thrive on, making it nearly impossible to create any sustainable scene. Classic also comes without the shield of certainty, which retail provides. Perhaps if Season of Discovery gets a settled phasing, this community could aim to be a precursor to that (I have no idea)
How would this work?
Organically, discord would be operated for the organisation and communication of events/public gatherings, campaigns etc. Whilst Argent Archives can be used m to document characters’ stories, diaries, letters, and personal reflections, which help give depth to the current state of affairs in the scene. I’m happy to go into much further detail, but in essence it’s a roleplay community much like any other.
And finally, it’s not intended to be a grand-scale project with overarching plans or a single centralized narrative, or even a hierarchy. Instead, it is a grassroots effort aimed at providing a space for roleplayers who share a common vision of nostalgic, character/guild-driven storytelling. It aims to create threads and hooks for the RP scene, and would not intend to create a closed-off bubble.
Let me know your thoughts or concerns down below!
Thanks.