[js_wilson]

I am in the beginning stages of working on my MUD, and I am wondering what I can do to encourage role playing, without necessarily requiring it. How is this handled on those other MUD's out there that are listed as "role playing encouraged". Some of those that I have played don't really seem to be doing much of anything, aside from listing themselves as such, and then hope people role play. I also have run across MUDs that have systems set up where certain staff members or senior players can reward people for good role playing. The default rules involving nobles in the Dawn of Time codebase come to mind. Please share your thoughts and ideas!