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Adopt-a-Newbie?

Edit: This is a pick-your-own program! Check the list in the first reply to this thread for a list of available newbies and mentors. MENTORS AND NEWBIES WILL NOT BE ASSIGNED TO EACH OTHER. You have to choose them yourself. :) Arii's a busy lady.

Original post: So I had this idea.

Greeters are wonderful people. I love the idea of Greeters. I think they should absolutely keep doing exactly what they're doing, because they're saints. It's not a perfect system; some people slip through the cracks and don't get Greeted (myself included). That's alright.

But what about afterwards? Greeters are great in the short-term, but they can't really convey the kinds of culture and etiquette of the group dynamic that we expect. So I propose (for those newbies and potential mentors who are interested!) an Adopt-A-Newbie program. I, personally, have been feeling alienated from all the new players, mostly because I don't know any. All my friends in Glitch are old hands at this, and most of them were beta-testing long before I was. If I knew some newbies and I had a couple to look after who I could develop a relationship with outside "Where do I get salt?", I believe I'd feel a lot more warm-fuzzy fondness towards the newbie population as a whole. I'd get a lot more reward for my effort, because I'd be able to see them grow and learn and become self-reliant, rather than just linking them to wherecanigetpapers.com and having done with it.

What do you guys think? :D Anyone else who will be a mentor with me?

And here's how we'll manage this. If you want to have a mentor, please post here saying so. I'll keep a list in the next post of everyone who wants one, and mentors can go through and pick the ones they think are cutest (posting here which ones, of course, so I can keep track). Or, y'know, whatever criteria they choose. I'll remove names as people are adopted. Any improvements you can think of?

Posted 15 months ago by Arii Subscriber! | Permalink

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  • I case anyone would like to hang out with me having a great time, while hepling you get along, feel free to send me a message or IM me. I love to help you where i can. :)
    Posted 14 months ago by StevenSoul Subscriber! | Permalink
  • @StevenSoul -- Yes. Everyone? CHOOSE A NEWBIE OFF THE LIST TO ADOPT IF THERE IS ONE AVAILABLE. FOR THE THIRD TIME, I'M NOT ASSIGNING THEM, LOLZ.
    Posted 14 months ago by Arii Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Hi! Im not sure if I'm looking for a mentor per se but someone who could introduce me to the culture of glitch. I want to know the tips and tricks and the insider knowledge that cones from having played this game awhile. Or just a friend would be good too!
    Posted 14 months ago by Byte Crook Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Hi, I'd love it if there was somebody who was willing to show me the ropes round here, not so much in the game, but more in the forums, and with general ettiquiette.  People round these 'ere parts seem friendly, but it's hard when yer just startin' out, ya know!
    Posted 14 months ago by Ananse Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Hi I just joined today, and would love to be mentored by someone! So far I've been taking a pretty generalist approach towards skills, not sure if it's a good strategy, but I'm still figuring things out. Also, I don't know if it's that relevant, but I'm from Brazil and I'm on a GMT -3 time zone.
    Posted 14 months ago by Asha Greyjoy Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Hi adoptable newbies :)  I am on the mentor list but am UK based so might not suit everyone.   If late morning and evening UK time suits you then add me as a pal and IM me.  I am big on achievement badges and a bit of a cooking freak.   Not that into mining.
    Posted 14 months ago by icatchm0nkeys Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Hi!  I'm a 2.5 day old Glitch, looking for a mentor... this is such a great idea!  I missed out on the Greeter thing  (how does that work?)  so I'd love some helpful hints and friendly guidance.   I'm in the US - Eastern Standard time (not sure what that is in "GMT") and will be playing mostly in the evenings.  Thanks in advance!
    Posted 14 months ago by LynnieR Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Hi there,

    would love to be "adopted"! I'd like to know more about joint projects, community ettiquette, parties, all that stuff! 

    my time-zone is GMT (but i often play at strange times of the night/morning!)
    Posted 14 months ago by Ananse Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Would love a mentor.  I have been trying out all of the skills but gravitate to cooking and mining (but would love to understand the benefits of the others as well).  EST and on frequently.  Loving the game so far.
    Posted 14 months ago by runie Subscriber! | Permalink
  • @Runie: There are seven newbies available--pick your favorite! :D
    Posted 14 months ago by Arii Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I am a newbie...I would like to be adopted

    (wow never thought I'd say that)

    ...perhaps we could say Mentor a Newbie? 
    Posted 14 months ago by Rhyuon Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I'll adopt you Rhyuon!
    Posted 14 months ago by ☠ lala512 ☠ Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I am a newbie who would like to be adopted too :)
    I play just for 3 days and I am the level 9 at the moment :)
    Posted 14 months ago by Bibendi Subscriber! | Permalink
  • If you'd like to be adopted, add me as your contact. I'll send you a little gift and will find the time to give you a tour.
    Posted 14 months ago by ☠ lala512 ☠ Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Dibs on Bibendi!
    Posted 14 months ago by Jewel Stoned Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I'm a UK glitcher and would be happy to mentor a newbie. I say I'm in the UK because my timings are slightly earlier than the US glitchers. 
    Add me and send me a message if you'd like my help.
    Posted 14 months ago by Momo McGlitch Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I have to say that I must be extremely lucky indeed.  After getting my invite on Thursday September 29th I signed up and within thirty minutes I was approached by not one but two kind glitches.  The first gave me a friendly greeting and we chatted a bit.  But, the second glitch StevenSoul has become my mentor.  I couldn't hope for a more patient, friendly, funny and knowledgeable glitch to help me navigate.  It was simply overwhelming and mind boggling the first few hours but thanks to StevenSoul's welcome and helpful tips I was on firmer ground.  There is no doubt that due to his influence and help that I have now become a true Glitch devotee and addict!  Thanks Steven you are the best and it's been simply wonderful exploring the world of Glitch with you.  I look forward to many more adventures to come.
    Posted 14 months ago by Serendipity Bliss Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Oh and how could I forget to mention that StevenSoul is also extremely generous.  So many gifts to help me out.  I don't know what I would have done without his help.  Thanks so very much Steven.
    Posted 14 months ago by Serendipity Bliss Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I would be happy to adopt/mentor a newbie.  I'm EST, usually on in the range of 8pm-12pm, depending.  Sometimes for a few hours in the early afternoon, too.  Send me a message, let me know.  :) 
    Posted 14 months ago by Kross, the Empress Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Hey guys,
    I'm a newbie, just started playing today, and I would love to look for friends and figure out this crazy thing. So far I'm liking it, but a little guidance and a friend would be nice.
    Posted 14 months ago by Sparrow Gray Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I'm a newbie!  I'm totally thrilled with this world but would love an older, wiser friend to help me through this!
    I'm happy to be adopted, to join a group, to do whatever is the thing to do.
    Posted 14 months ago by PhoebeGee Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I'm completely lost and clueless in this game. Someone should help me get my head around it, I would love a mentor!

    +12GMT ;)
    Posted 14 months ago by Mynamedoesntfi Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I would love to be adopted!! Kind of clueless!  Saw one of your notes!
    Posted 14 months ago by Isabelle the Pug Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I'm a Greeter and would also love to have some newbies assigned to me. It'd be a pleasure to see them grow!
    Posted 14 months ago by Ygramul Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Hey mentors/adopters: please list the newbies you're adopting! You will be choosing, not Arii. The quicker you pick them, the quicker matches will be made.

    Ivan ZeCat & Byte Crook - I'll be your mentor. :) See you in game!
    Posted 14 months ago by Melody Pond Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I think the mentor program is a great idea. you're new (or not even so new), please feel free to contact me in-game if you have questions or need a hand.
    Posted 14 months ago by Brokenpipe Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Looking for a mentor :)
    Posted 14 months ago by Atan Subscriber! | Permalink
  • @Melody Pond -- LOL thank you for saying that. I was about to sigh loudly and roll my eyes. <3
    Posted 14 months ago by Arii Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I'm looking for a mentor as well.
    I've started quite recently. I think it's a great game, but I've no clue how most things work ]:
    Help greatly needed!
    Posted 14 months ago by Lethos Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I'm new too would like someone to adopt me please, thank you! :)
    Posted 14 months ago by Chansey Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Lots of newbies available for adoption, you guys~ Please don't make me send you in-game mail with assignations... D:
    Posted 14 months ago by Arii Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I would seriously like to be adopted!!!
    Posted 14 months ago by Cabenn Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Okay, I'll adopt Cabenn.

    Cabenn, you're mine now! Muahahahaha.
    Posted 14 months ago by Zeezee Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I have connected with Atan.  He's already level 14, but I've told him he can IM me if he has questions.
    Posted 14 months ago by Splendora Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I would really love to be adopted :) im almost level 11 now and just bought my first house but would really love to have a friend to ask questions too :0) any takers?
    Posted 14 months ago by Brantly Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I think Spledora and myself have already done that, @Brantly. I have a few others. Generally it's ok for any new player to IM me for in-game help.
    Posted 14 months ago by Fokian Fool Subscriber! | Permalink
  • the adopt a new player program sounds great!  Please keep our micoloan service in mind if new players need some starting off currants or are looking at buying their first house.  

    Negative Interest Bearing Microloan
    for glitchen < level 15 or making fist home purchase
    Join us in the sandbox group
    Posted 14 months ago by Artilect Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Cute idea, Artilect! I'll pass it on. :)
    Posted 14 months ago by Arii Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I would like to be adopted, if anyone had the time. I'm level 4 and have little to no idea what I'm doing outside of following quests. I would love to make a friend and have the opportunity to pick someone's brain. :)
    Posted 14 months ago by Ribbit Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Hi all... my RL hubbie joined today so I will probably stick to mentoring him given that we will be more likely to be online at same times.  If anyone wants to friend/message me anyway then feel free.  UK timezone but on at all sorts of random times usually.  Happy to help, love to gift.
    Posted 14 months ago by icatchm0nkeys Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Anyone up for adopting me? I'm loving Glitch so far, I'm level 10 after a day of playing. I would like to learn more about the game though!
    Posted 14 months ago by Implet Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I've been playing for a few weeks, but I haven't really connected with anyone yet and I don't know how to get the answers to questions like “How do you get to the really high place in Salatu?” and “How do you get into the social game around here and what is it, exactly?”
    Posted 14 months ago by Katmai Subscriber! | Permalink
  • This is a fantastic idea. I'm fairly new to the game and though I've been doing my best to learn how to play, I feel like I'm probably missing out on some of the neater aspects of the game. Also, none of my friends play and it'd be great to get to know someone knowledgeable so I won't be completely forever alone here.

    I guess what I'm saying is, may I please get listed as a newbie?
    Posted 14 months ago by Post-Cynical Subscriber! | Permalink
  •   Hi! I'm a brand-spankin' newbie, having started yesterday (as of this post). I've been running nilly-willy collecting and digging and all that...but I haven't really figured out where all of it ties in yet.
      I could very much use a hand in just about every department!
     
                                         So please list me as 100% Adoptable!

    EDIT: I was very rapidly adopted by lala512 (to her credit!)
                               
    Posted 14 months ago by Goblin Hero Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Tons of newbies needing to be adopted, you guys. =/ I guess tomorrow I send out assignments. >< I didn't want to do that.
    Posted 14 months ago by Arii Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I'll offer for a 'parent'!!
    fairly experienced, former beta player, played for about 7 months now.. (-:
    Posted 14 months ago by feifei Subscriber! | Permalink
  • @Feifei-- Great! Choose a newbie to adopt!
    Posted 14 months ago by Arii Subscriber! | Permalink
  • Awesome idea! Could realy need some directions here ;)

    Skiped the Greeter because of 'i'll figure it out' but once in game i was kind of overwhelmed by the complexity and the lack of proper focus. Also i want to get into some sort of operation (e.g. mmo style guildes / browsergame style companies). Its just so much more fun to be part of a team rather then lonewolf around the streets.

    So if you think you can handle my bad grama and spelling (or by chance speak german) i would be realy proude to be your youngling / soon-to-be padawan.
    Posted 14 months ago by Jeffrey Goines Subscriber! | Permalink
  • I would like to be adopted I just started playing yesterday and have some questions here or there, and I don't know where to find them...if anyone is willing let me know :)

    --Need to be Adopted--
    =^_^=
    Posted 14 months ago by HoneyDew Subscriber! | Permalink
  • SIGH. Okay. Assigning newbies.
    Posted 14 months ago by Arii Subscriber! | Permalink