Write Fair Fights.

There's no winning in the Crack Den - learn to fight fair through roleplay and focused on building story.

Combat Guidelines

Combat in the Crack Den is fully text-based and built around collaborative storytelling. There are no meters, damage scripts, or automatic systems. Fights are resolved through written emotes and mutual respect between players. The goal isn’t to win — it’s to build scenes worth remembering.

Basic Rules

Combat must be emoted: No scripted weapons or combat HUDs are allowed.
All attacks must be written as attempts: Never force a hit. The opponent decides the outcome.
Take turns: Respect the posting order. Avoid cutting in or spamming posts.
Plan to get hurt: Realistic outcomes make for better stories. Getting injured opens doors for hospital roleplay, revenge arcs, and deeper character growth.

Writing Realistic Combat

Draw weapons over time: Hidden weapons should take 2 to 3 posts to reveal and ready.
Limit your actions: It’s good practice not to do more than two moves — offensive or defensive — in one emote. Keep it fair and grounded.
Play your strengths and flaws: Large or fast characters should still have vulnerabilities. Weave them into your writing.

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Attack Must Be an Attempt

❌ Bad Example: Forced Hit

/me swings the bat and breaks the guy’s nose, sending him crashing to the floor.

✅ Good Example: Attack as an Attempt

/me clenches the bat in both hands and lunges forward, swinging hard toward the man's jaw.

Drawing a Weapon Takes Time

❌ Bad Example: Instant Combat Weapon Reveal

/me reaches under her hoodie, pulls a gun, and fires two quick shots into his chest.

✅ Good Example: Gradual Weapon Reveal

/me tugs her hoodie tighter around her waist, fingers brushing something heavy hidden underneath. Her stance shifts slightly, eyes narrowing on him.

Multi-Posting

❌ Bad Example: Multi-posting

/me pulls the knife.
/me steps forward.
"Say that again," she growls.

✅ Good Example: Combined Post

/me pulls the knife from her pocket as she steps forward, voice sharp. "Say that again."

Writing in the Wrong POV

❌ Bad Example: First Person Writing

/me grabs your collar and screams, "I warned you!"

✅ Good Example: Third Person Writing

/me grabs the front of his shirt, her voice shaking. "I warned you!"

Fighting Law Enforcement

Police in the Crack Den often win in fights — and that’s by design. Law enforcement is built into the power structure of the city. If your character picks a fight with the HPD, plan for arrest, injury, or both. But don’t see it as a loss. These encounters fuel new stories, unlock jail roleplay, and boost your street cred.

Combat is Storytelling

Violence is part of the world, but it only works when everyone plays fair. Discuss limits beforehand if needed. If you feel something crosses a line, reach out to a moderator. The goal is always the same: to write scenes that pull others in and push your character forward.