Hood's Bay

Sheltered from prying eyes by Highland islets, Hood's Bay offers roleplay for anyone looking for an immersive experience. This idyllic fishing village also provides a safe haven for smugglers, pirates, rovers, and rogues.
Hood's Bay is not only organic RP, but Organic growth You, the players will shape this little Island into what it becomes.Will you take up the mantle of artisan and craftwork and build city walls?
Or perhaps you'll work in the shadows, against the common goals as a thief or even a rogue, robbing supplies and coin from the people?Hood's Bay is a one of a kind High Fantasy Sim where you The players dictate the direction it goes!A list of available Jobs can be found in linksBring your stories and come join the fun!Happy Role-playing!

The Discovery and Founding of Hood's Bay:Driven north by a raging tempest, the crew of a ship named The Black Swan found themselves in unfamiliar seas. The ship's navigator scoured through her collections of charts and maps looking for safe harbor where they could repair their storm-tossed ship.It was not on parchment, but on an embossed leather book cover that they found a mark of a small fishing village with no name, too distant for any sovereignty to claim. There was only one notation about the land inside the book “Wanderers rest here.”It was their hope that they would find the land with a dry harbor and shipwrights. Instead, what they discovered was an abandoned village. While slightly dilapidated, most buildings were in usable condition, which was fortunate as this crew would be here for some time.With nothing but physical labor to be done by day, and fireside discussions by night, it soon occurred to the captain and crew that they were not marooned, but sitting on a great opportunity. This hidden bay could be a glorious hub for smuggling, piracy, and the black market. They could make use of spare buildings, caves, and tunnels. The only catch was they would need a community to sustain it. Bakers, brewers, growers, and the like would be as valuable as gold in this place. Who better than seafarers to relocate people from the coasts, out to these ungoverned islands?Nearly all are welcome in Hood's Bay but with a few exceptions. There must never be any claim to the land by any sovereignty. A land with no lord is a land with no law. A land with no law is a land where each individual is their own, and free to live among one another as equals. No single person can hold dominion over another.Denizens will fight and die over maintaining their independence.In this vestigial stage, the future of Hood's Bay can go anywhere. Bring your stories with you, and watch it unfold.

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhen Are The Most Active Times On The Sim?
We are in early days, this will take time, and depend on the RPers to check in and hang out for a while. "Be the RP you want to be" and seek out others. Bring friends. See what you can bring to the community.What if I am Nervous, New or Shy?
Just give it time and give yourself some grace. Observe with your OOC tags so no one waits for you in post order. Don't be intimidated by "ParaRP." Give us what you can and we will be glad for your contribution!For our experienced ParaRP folk, some grace would be appreciated for those just starting out.A Role I Desire Has Already Been Filled / There Is No Building For My Chosen Role.
Brainstorm on Discord or contact admins for help.What Is Up With Your Titler and HUDs?
A customized HUD with a combined titler and dice roller is a work in progress. In the meantime, there is one available in a chest at the Landing Point. Always ask admins for help and Thanks for your patience!Everything Looks Weird!
We are PBR Materials enabled. Please use a PBR-enabled viewer. We recommend Alchemy Viewer But you may chose the one who gives the best results for you!I don't Know What To Do!
Our helpful group on Discord and IMing the admins will fix almost every problem. We are friendly, understanding and want to help!As always, the notecards found at the Landing Point will answer most questions. Grab a copy and read it at your own convenience. It is updated monthly or more frequently as needed.

Please be mindful that If one breaks the rules, the group admins will address it, even if one didn't read the rules notecard. We try to be laid back about rules and regulations, which are always subject to change.About Hoods Bay
Hood's Bay exists in a fantasy realm, which allows players of most races to role-play within the setting. It is inspired by the history of 18th century “Robin Hood's Bay” in Northern Yorkshire, UK, in a medi-fantasy environment. The setting allows for those who seek intrigue, adventure, and villainy to mingle with slice-of-life players. It is not strictly an RP for racketeering, though that influence and presence is certainly felt.We have an Adult Sim rating but we are NOT a Sex-focused sim, and we do ask that there is no sexual or slave roleplay in public places. What you do in your private rentals is completely your own business. But please for the comfort of others keep sexually explicit chat in IMs.You must wear appropriate Fantasy clothing when going into the sim.
If things are too quiet, be the "RP you want to see!" Please utilize group chats and our discord to let people know you are on sim and ready to play, and be as patient as time allows for others to prepare to meet you for RP!Please wear your titler! We have a few at the landing point, or you may use your own. This allows others to know if you are available.Whenever out of character, please utilize an OOC group tag. We are working on a simpler HUD which will be announced when it is ready.
If you can not get your titler set up, reach out to admins who will help.Please cover private parts unless at a "Skyclad" or swimming event. Sim rating is subject to change.When you are on the ground level, please do NOT wear modern clothing or carry modern technology. Please do NOT wear avatars such as:
- Robots and machines
- Space aliens or sci-fi creatures
- Modern or future styles
- Immersion-breaking body proportions
- Minor characters of any kind
Almost every race is allowed with a few exceptions, if you have a character listed below, please consider something else to play!Not allowed:
Gods
Demigods (Demons must have approval)
Rulers
Active slavers or slaves
Bloodlines Vampires.It is okay to dress modern in the Landing Area.Steampunk and Renaissance-based technology are allowed within limits that do not break the RP's lore. As far as gunpowder goes, one to two shots of flintlocks are allowed within limits that do not break the setting's lore. More on this later.When in doubt, contact an admin!Behavior
Of course, common sense rules that you find all over SL also apply in the Wanderer's Rest. That is:
- No griefing or spamming
- Do not ask for money or free items
- Harassment is not tolerated. Period.
- Do not attack others with weapons or magic without prior consent.Respect rented homes and rooms. Players have paid for those spaces and in doing so support your time RP here. Please treat them as you would homes in RL.Bloodlines "biting" or other similar activities and hunting are NOT allowed here!HELP
Please, if you need help, contact a Team member. We are happy to help!If someone is bothering you, include screenshots in your complaint.You can reach us through the landing point as needed.
You can also contact us on Discord for faster service if Admins are offline.Thank you for reading until the end, and happy RPing.Your Owner Team:
Hoodsbay.Resident (Land Management)
Garrack McGregor/Eacen Taurus
Corinda McGregor/Edie TaurusYour Moderating Team:
dashti.crumb (Leyte)
Dragon.Mommy (Aine - Building)Revised: 12/25/2024

Rules

This is an adult rated sim. Adult themesWILL be present. you need to be an adult character. Your character needs to be an adult. If you are a real life minor, you will need to move on per Linden Lab's Terms of Service. If you have any questions on Linden Lab's Terms of Service for minor characters, please visit the website below.https://wiki.secondlife.com/wiki/Child_AvatarThat said, let's move on to rules.

  • Thank you for reading the rules for Hoods Bay RP Sim.

  • Please be mindful that If one breaks the rules, the group admins will address it, even if one didn't read the rules notecard. We try to be laid back about rules and regulations, which are always subject to change.

  • About Hoods Bay

  • Hood's Bay exists in a fantasy realm, which allows players of most races to role-play within the setting. It is inspired by the history of 18th century “Robin Hood's Bay” in Northern Yorkshire, UK, in a medi-fantasy environment. The setting allows for those who seek intrigue, adventure, and villainy to mingle with slice-of-life players. It is not strictly an RP for racketeering, though that influence and presence is certainly felt.

  • We do have an Adult Sim rating but we are NOT a Sex-focused sim, and we do ask that there is no sexual or slave roleplay in public places. What you do in your private rentals is completely your own business. But please for the comfort of others keep sexually explicit chat in IMs.

  • You must wear appropriate Fantasy clothing when going into the sim.

  • If things are too quiet, be the "RP you want to see!" Please utilize group chats and our discord to let people know you are on sim and ready to play, and be as patient as time allows for others to prepare to meet you for RP!

  • Please wear your titler! We currently use RP Tool 5.0 which is available at the Landing Point. This allows others to know if you are available. Whenever out of character, please utilize an OOC group tag. We are working on a simpler HUD which will be announced when it is ready.

  • If you can not get your titler set up, reach out to admins who will help.

  • Please cover private parts unless at a "Skyclad" or swimming event. Sim rating is subject to change.

  • When you are on the ground level, please do NOT wear modern clothing or carry modern technology. Please do NOT wear avatars such as:

  • - Robots and machines

  • - Space aliens or sci-fi creatures

  • - Modern or future styles

  • - Immersion-breaking body proportions

  • - Minor characters of any kind

  • Almost every race is allowed with a few exceptions, if you have a character listed below, please consider something else to play!

  • Not allowed:

  • Gods

  • Demigods (including demons)

  • Rulers

  • Active slavers or slaves

  • Bloodlines Vampires

  • It is okay to dress modern in the Landing Area.

  • Steampunk and Renaissance-based technology are allowed within limits that do not break the RP's lore. As far as gunpowder goes, one to two shots of flintlocks are allowed within limits that do not break the setting's lore. More on this later.

  • When in doubt, contact an admin!

  • Behavior

  • Of course, common sense rules that you find all over SL also apply in the Wanderer's Rest. That is:

  • - No griefing or spamming

  • - Do not ask for money or free items

  • - Harassment is not tolerated. Period.

  • - Do not attack others with weapons or magic without prior consent.

  • Respect rented homes and rooms. Players have paid for those spaces and in doing so support your time RP here. Please treat them as you would homes in RL.

  • Bloodlines "biting" or other similar vampire requests and hunting are NOT allowed here!

  • HELP

  • Please, if you need help, contact a Team member. We are happy to help!

  • If someone is bothering you, include screenshots in your complaint.

  • You can reach us through the landing point as needed.

  • You can also contact us on Discord for faster service if Admins are offline.

  • https://discord.gg/vmRYWPZG

  • Thank you for reading until the end, and happy RPing.

  • Your Owner Team:

  • Hoodsbay.Resident (Land Management)

  • Garrack McGregor/Eacen Taurus

  • Corinda McGregor/Edie Taurus

  • Your Moderating Team:

  • dashti.crumb (Leyte)

  • Dragon.Mommy (Aine - Building)

  • Revised: 12/25/2024

Behavior GuidelinesOf course, common sense rules that you find all over SL also apply in Hood's Bay.

  • No griefing or spamming

  • Do not ask for money or free items

  • Harassment is not tolerated. Period.

  • Do not attack others with weapons or magic without prior consent. Use dice rollers.

  • Respect rented homes and rooms. Players have paid for those spaces and in doing so, financially support your time RP here. Please treat them as you would homes in RL.

  • Do not get involved with sexual acts in public in respect to our Moderate rating. (No sex animations, text, chat, gestures, or voice in public.)

  • Bloodlines "biting" or other similar vampire requests and hunting are NOT allowed.

Jobs and Roles

Here are just a few jobs, roles, and openings the community has. If you do not see something you would like to explore. Please reach out to the Admin team or post your idea on Discord. There will be some cases where a role may be filled (such as the Lighthouse keeper) but others where multiple positions are possible.Healers
Nurses
Physicians
Apothecary
Brothel Keeper
Chemist
Herbalists
Blacksmith
Farrier
Weaponsmith
Farmer
Shepherd
Rancher
Miller
Dockworkers
Fishers
Sailors
Traders
Artificers
Dry goods Mercantile
Tavern Staff
Tavern Chef
Tavern Proprietor
Historians
Milner
Tailor
Cobbler
Hunters
Librarian
Lighthouse keeperIf holding down a job is not your thing you can also consider roles:
Rangers
Druids
Priests/Priestesses
Adventurers
Mages
Smugglers
Pirates
Rogues
Fighters
BardsFactions and guilds will be coming soon. as roles and jobs fill up, depending on player interest.

Socials and Contacts

There is no application to join in the roleplay. Please join our Discord and let us get to know you and your character. Have some fun and make friends too!

You can find us by following these links:Hood's Bay - Fantasy Roleplay SLURL
Discord
Facebook
Bluesky
FlickrOr reach out directly.Admin Team
Hoodsbay Resident (Land Management and general)
Corynda McGregor
Garrack McGregor
Dashti Crumb (Leyte)
Dragon Mommy (Aine)Feel free to send a note card or IM us at any time. All messages also go to our emails.