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"How To Create-A-Pokémon": The CAP Process Guide
The Create-A-Pokémon project (CAP) creates new Pokémon in a step-by-step process, led by a Topic Leader (TL) with each step representing one aspect of a new Pokémon. Each part of the Pokémon is discussed and voted on by the community. Details of the process can be found below.
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Order of Events
This is the sequence of events that should be followed when creating a new species in the CAP Project. Each bullet represents a "step" or event in the creation process. Multiple events on one "bullet", means the events should be kicked off simultaneously. Topic Leaders should adhere to this event sequence as much as possible.
A thread should be created by the TL for each event in the process. Thread names are listed below. Each thread name should be prefixed with "CAP x -", with "x" being a numeric designation of the sequence of the overall project. Detailed descriptions for each event are contained in the CAP Process - Event Descriptions. CAP Process - Order of Events
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Detailed Event Descriptions
CAP Process - Event Descriptions
These are detailed descriptions for each event in the CAP creation process. These descriptions should be used by Topic Leaders when managing the creation process and making new threads. In some cases, the descriptions contain specific text that should be included in the OP of certain event threads. Those cases are specifically noted below. The event descriptions are ordered in the same sequence listed in the CAP Process - Order of Events. Concept Submissions (To be posted in the OP) This is where we discuss the general goal of the next Create-A-Pokemon project -- CAP X. The Concept will be a guiding force throughout the ensuing project, to ensure the the final result is a cohesive competitive pokemon. Any discussions, suggestions, or submissions in later topics, that do not support the spirit of the Concept, will be moderated by the Topic Leader.Topic Leader Nominations (To be posted in the OP) This is the thread for people to announce their desire to be the Topic Leader for the upcoming creation project. Do not suggest other people. If someone doesn't strongly desire to be a Topic Leader without provocation, then we don't need them signing up for the job. Topic Leader is not an honorary title. It requires a lot of work and attention. If you are not prepared to fulfill all the responsibilities, then do not throw your hat in the ring.Policy Review Committee Applications (To be posted in the OP) This is the thread for people to apply for membership on the Policy Review Committee for the upcoming creation project. Do not suggest other people.Topic Leader Selection The TL is selected by the Policy Committee. The Project Leader will open a bold poll that is open only to members of the Policy Committee. Any other posts will be deleted.Concept Poll This is the poll to vote on the submissions made by the Concept Submitters selected at the conclusion of the Concept Submission thread.Concept Assessment This thread will be set up shortly after the concept poll so as to allow the community time to best determine the path the concept should take. The discussion should remain general: poll-jumping is not allowed.Main Type Poll This decides the "primary" type for the Pokemon. All types should be included in the poll. Since click polls only support 10 voting options, a bold vote must be used. Towards the end of this poll, discussion regarding the secondary type is encouraged.Secondary Type Poll This decides the "secondary" type for the Pokemon. All type combos, even those that are extremely common in-game, should be included. This means that bold voting must be used. Towards the end of this poll, discussion regarding the Style and Build is encouraged.Stat Spread Submissions The Stat Spread Submission thread is intentionally started very early in the process. Based on past pokemon, it's obvious there are a lot of people that enjoy discussing detailed stat spreads long before the actual stat spread poll. We do not want to police those early bird discussions in the normal threads, therefore we create a dedicated thread for all Stat Spread discussion. Does it matter that we don't know the style, build, or anything else about the pokemon? No. If people waste a bunch of time in this thread on submissions that turn out to be useless when the stat spread poll comes around -- so be it. This is the place for people to "prove themselves" to the TL, for purposes of being selected to submit a spread for the actual stat spread poll.Art Submissions The art submission rules are fairly detailed. They are listed here. The submission rules should be posted in the OP of the submission thread.Style Bias (Offensive/Defensive/Mixed) This is where we determine the general style of the pokemon, from an offensive and defensive standpoint. We also will set limits on the stat spreads that support that style. It should be noted that the Style Bias is not just for limiting stats, but also helps shape the general "feel" of the pokemon. The Style may influence other parts of the pokemon -- such as art, movepool, ability, etc. However, the stat spread is the only part of the project that will be specifically constrained by the voted Style Bias.Build Bias (Physical/Special/Mixed) This is where we determine the general build of the pokemon, from an physical and special standpoint. We also will set limits on the stat spreads that support that build. It should be noted that the Build Bias is not just for limiting stats, but also helps shape the general "feel" of the pokemon. The Build may influence other parts of the pokemon -- such as art, movepool, ability, etc. However, the stat spread is the only part of the project that will be specifically constrained by the voted Build Bias.Stat Rating Poll This poll determines the desired overall "power level" of the pokemon's base stats. In the past, the Base Stat Total (BST) was used to measure the power of base statistics. Since BST is a very poor measurement for stat power, the CAP project now uses Base Stats Rating (BSR) to determine the overall effectiveness of a pokemon's base stats. Polling is simpler, and the results are more useful. The Base Stats Rating is determined by a formula created by X-Act.Stat Spread Poll This poll determines the exact base stat spread for the pokemon. Based on participation and feedback in the Stat Spread Submission thread, the TL should select several people to make formal Stat Spread Submissions. These submissions are the voting options in this poll. The Stat Spreads submitted for this poll must conform to the numeric rating limits voted in earlier polls -- the Offensive/Defensive Balance (ODB), the Physical Special Balance (PSB) and the overall Base Stats Rating (BSR). Any spread that does not conform to these limits should be disqualified by the TL. The OP should contain a list of all the submissions, along with a description of the spread by the Stat Spread creator.Art Poll This poll determines the artistic design for the pokemon. Later in the process, the design will be used as a reference for making the battle sprite. Art submissions for the art poll will be selected by the Topic Leader, based on preference and feedback in the art submission thread. To encourage participation by multiple members of the community, it is advised that the topic leader choose no more than one art submission per artist. If an artist submits multiple high-quality artworks, the TL should contact the artist to determine which one they prefer to submit to the final poll. The art for all voting options should be included in the OP and referenced by artist name in the poll.Ability Discussion This thread is open for discussion of existing ingame abilities, and possible new abilities for the pokemon. New abilities should be considered with caution. The TL should be actively involved in this discussion to prevent unreasonable ability suggestions (new or existing) from gaining support. The TL will use the suggestions and feedback from this thread to determine the voting slate for the Ability Poll.Sprite Submissions (To be posted in the OP) RulesAbility Poll The Topic Leader chooses a slate of Abilities based on suggestions and feedback in the Ability Poll. Normally, two abilities are chosen, however "No second ability" should always be a voting option on the poll.Move Discussions (Attacking and Non-Attacking) An "Attacking Move" is a move that deals significant damage to an opponent. All other moves are considered "Non-Attacking Moves". As a general rule, any move that can be used under Taunt, is considered to be an Attacking Move. However, there are a few exceptional moves that deal a small amount of damage, but their primary battle purpose is based on a secondary move effect, and Are therefore considered Non-Attacking moves. For example, Rapid Spin and Knock Off are considered to be Non-Attacking Moves, even though they can be used under Taunt. The Topic Leader has sole discretion for interpreting which moves are considered Attacking or Non-Attacking Moves for a given pokemon.Move Polls (Attacking and Non-Attacking) These polls are for voting on "Controversial" moves from the Move Discussions.Complete Movepool Submissions This is the thread where all competitive moves are integrated into a complete pokemon movepool, which includes Level-Up, TM, HM, and Egg Moves. This is also the thread where Breeding Group is discussed.Complete Movepool Poll Name Discussion A short discussion and submission thread where people can submit a name for the new Pokemon. Only one name per user can be submitted. The user should also not attempt to "bump" their submissions to get responses. Names should avoid referring to popular culture (i.e. video games, music, celebrities, and so on).Name Poll Based on submissions and feedback in the Name Submission thread, the TL selects a slate of names for the Name Poll. Click polling is strongly encouraged.Sprite Poll This poll determines the battle sprite that will be used when the pokemon is implemented on the CAP battle server. Sprite submissions for the art poll will be selected by the Topic Leader, based on preference and feedback in the Sprite Submission thread. The sprites for all voting options should be included in the OP and referenced by artist name in the poll.Server Implementation After a CAP is completed, DougJustDoug will soon begin work on implementing it on CAP's Shoddybattle server. Once this is completed, a playtesting thread will be posted for players to detail their experiences regarding the CAP. Additionally, the sprite pack should be redownloaded for the latest CAP's sprites.Misc (Pre-Evos, Height, Weight, etc.) Once a CAP has been completed, the TL will post a thread detailing the finalized information regarding it. In this thread, users are encouraged to submit information regarding the Pokemon's height, weight, number of pre-evos, and so on. Special care should be taken on weight, as certain moves rely on the value to determine base power. The TL will make the final decision regarding these values.Playtesting For the first two weeks after a CAP is implemented on the server, a Playtesting ladder (which will have its scores cleared) will be set up with all CAPs but the most recent banned. The user with the highest ladder score at the end of this period will be considered the playtesting champion for that CAP, and will receive a custom title on the forums displaying it. Additionally, a thread will be set up to allow users to detail their experience with the latest CAP from battling on the server. The regular ladder, with all CAPs allowed, will be taken offline during this period to be reinstated once the two weeks are done.Finalize Analysis Once the CAP has been playtested, an analysis will be written up for it to be placed in the Strategy Pokedex. A workshop thread will be made in which users may submit written analyses to be put in the final product. The workshop leader is able to reject submitted sets due to poor quality, the set being uncompetitive, and so on. When the analysis is finished, it will be archived in the Strategy Pokedex. Last edited by DougJustDoug; Aug 14th, 2009 at 2:19:43 PM. |
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Process Rules
CAP Process - Rules
(thanks to Dane for writing earlier versions) Polling Choices There are 4 ways to poll. Spillover/Secondary Polls A Spillover Poll or Secondary Poll is a poll that is held when the first poll does not reach a conclusive result. A prime example of this would be if, during the main typing thread, two types end up with a total vote in the general area around 40%. Another thread would then be created to determine which result would be the final choice. This poll would be the spillover/secondary poll, and must be completed before the next step can begin. Duration of Polls The first poll and/or discussion thread for a given step on a CAP project should normally be open for two days. Tiebreakers In the case of a tie vote, the following tiebreakers will be used to determine a winner: Discussion/Submission Threads A Discussion or Submission thread is a thread created at various points throughout the creation of a given Pokémon, that is used to discuss any given step of a poll, before the poll is created. Multiple steps can use a discussion/submission thread, such as Stats, Ability, Movepool, and Name. These threads are used for gaining submissions, gathering ideas, and general think-tanking before a poll begins. Last edited by DougJustDoug; Nov 23rd, 2008 at 4:44:35 PM. |
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Topic Leader and Policy Committee
Topic Leader
A Topic Leader is the head of an individual pokemon creation project. It is one of the most respected leadership positions on the CAP project. Powers and responsibilities include:
A new Topic Leader is chosen for each new pokemon creation project. All Topic Leader candidates self-nominate in a nomination thread created at the start of a pokemon creation project. Nominees should make their "pitch" in a self-nomination post. Individual community members can express support for a given candidate by posting in the nomination thread. Posts disparaging candidates are discouraged. Once selected, the Topic Leader must pick an Assistant Topic Leader, whose job is to serve as a backup to the TL in cases when the TL cannot fulfill the responsibilities of the job. The ATL may also lend assistance to the TL when it comes to tallying votes and other tasks that require a lot of work. Policy Committee The Policy Committee is a group of experienced project members whose primary responsibilities include:
A Policy Committee nomination thread is opened at the same time as the TL nomination thread. The same general rules apply. You need to be experienced, you can only nominate yourself, you should make a brief pitch for why you should be on the panel. The forum moderation staff will select the committee, based on members' involvement in the forum. There is no limit to the size of the committee. The goal is to be very "inclusive". Anyone that is regularly active in the forum, that makes reasonably intelligent posts, and that wants to serve on the committee -- should normally be selected. The Project Leader posts at the conclusion of the nomination period listing all the panelists they want on the committee, and closes the thread. All the other moderators then edit that post and add in any names of people that they want, that the Project Leader did not include. Moderators should not remove names from the committee. Basically, the mods can only vote "Yes" for people, and it only takes one "Yes" to make it on the committee. After the CAP project starts, no names can be added to the committee. That final post serves as the definitive list of committee members for the entire term. When holding Policy Committee votes, they are done in voting threads in the CAP forum. Only current approved committee members can post in the voting threads. Any other posts will be deleted. Nominees for Topic Leader may not vote in the Topic Leader selection poll. The Policy Committee will not vote on revisions to CAP pokemon. In the event a CAP pokemon is revised, a special voting panel will be assembled for that purpose. The process and rules for revision will be detailed at that time. The CAP Project Leader serves as the non-voting chairperson of the TL Selection Panel. The chairperson organizes the nomination threads, coordinates voting, and only votes in the case of a tie. Policy Committee Eligibility Requirements Members of the Policy Committee must have been actively involved through the entire duration of the most recent CAP project. Involvement in multiple CAP projects is preferred. But, even if someone was involved in past CAP projects, if they were not around for the most recent project, then they really are not "current" on the state of the CAP project and/or server. It is essential that members of the Policy Committee are up-to-date. That's the reason we form a new committee before each CAP project. There will be no "honorary committee members" or members selected simply because they are popular and generally respected. "Actively involved" means that you have posted regularly with intelligent contributions to the discussions. Lurking is not "active involvement". Voting is not "active involvement". Posting popular opinions is not a requirement. Posting intelligent opinions is a requirement. It's perfectly OK if someone that is not well-liked, is selected to be on the Policy Committee. This is not a popularity contest. It is recognition of a certain level of activity and knowledge about the CAP project. Rule-breaking is not only unpopular -- it's an example of LACK of knowledge about the CAP project. If you've been infracted heavily in the CAP forum in the past, do not expect to be selected to the Policy Committee, regardless of your activity level. Last edited by DougJustDoug; Nov 27th, 2008 at 9:49:43 PM. |
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Art Submission Rules
A "Final Art Submission" will consist of two things - a "Main Design" and "Supporting Material". A Main Design is the only required element of a Final Art Submission, Supporting Material is optional.
Main Design The Main Design is intended to follow the same general posing and layout as the "Official Art" for existing ingame pokemon. The Main Design is the definitive design for a given pokemon and should be suitable for display in the CAP Pokedex section of the upcoming CAP Website, and any other CAP propaganda where a picture of the pokemon is needed. As such, the design should be "plain" -- a basic rendering of the pokemon itself, with no extra frills or artistic embellishment. The comparison to "Official Pokemon Art" is only applicable to the basic content of the Main Design; it does not imply ANY standards or guidelines regarding artistic style or rendering technique. The following rules of content must be followed for the Main Design:
Supporting Material While the rules for the Main Design are somewhat rigid -- there are almost no rules when it comes to Supporting Material. Action scenes, movement studies, interaction with other pokemon, animations, sculptures, cartoon strips -- anything goes! Also non-art supporting material is also allowed. This includes detailed descriptions of the art, background data, stories, etc. All supporting art and information must be related to the main design in some way. This rule is intended to prevent artists from posting unrelated art, in an effort to gain more attention or promote other designs or artworks. Final Submission Post All artists must make a Final Submission Post in order to be considered for the Art Poll. The post must be titled "Final Submission". The post should have the Main Design at the top, and Supporting Material (if applicable) below it. All supporting art must be included as links or as linked thumbnails no larger than 150x150. Do not include full images of supporting art in the Final Submission. Only make ONE Final Submission Post. If you wish to change your Final Submission, then edit your post. Do not make a new one, even if you delete your original post. Any delete + repost will be treated as bumping, and subject to moderation. General Posting Rules
Art Polls All art polls will contain the Main Design and, if applicable, a link below it titled "Supporting Material". This will link to the artists Final Submission Post. If the Final Submission contains no significant Supporting Material, then no link will be included in the poll below the Main Design. Art submissions for the art poll will be selected by the Topic Leader, based on preference and feedback in this thread. There is no process for overturning the Topic Leader's decision. If you are not comfortable with this stipulation, then do not make an art submission. Do not post any complaints here or in later threads.
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Competitive Move Lists
The following lists of moves are considered "Potentially Competitive" in the general OU metagame. These are the moves with sufficient Base Power and/or secondary effects that make them viable in the metagame IN GENERAL. That does NOT mean that these moves are automatically considered to be competitively viable on every pokemon with access to the move. Ultimately, the circumstances of an individual pokemon will determine if a move is Competitive or Non-Competitive. But, any move not on this list is probably not a competitively viable move, and would be considered "extra" or "flavor" for a full movepool.
These lists should be consulted when the Topic Leader assembles the move list in the OP of the Attacking and Non-Attacking Move Discussion threads. Topic Leaders can pick moves from this list, and have reasonable assurance that they aren't overlooking any "good moves". Code:
Competitive Physical Attacking Moves (list by RB Golbat and Deck Knight) Bug -Megahorn -Attack Order -X-Scissor -U-Turn -Bug Bite Dark -Punishment -Pursuit -Crunch -Sucker Punch -Night Slash -Payback Dragon -Outrage -Dragon Rush -Dragon Claw Electric -Volt Tackle -Thunder Fang -ThunderPunch -Spark Fighting -Reversal -Focus Punch -SuperPower -Low Kick -Mach Punch -Drain Punch -Hi Jump Kick -DynamicPunch -Cross Chop -Hammer Arm -Close Combat -Brick Break -Sky Uppercut -Seismic Toss -Force Palm -Double Kick Fire -Sacred Fire -Flare Blitz -Fire Punch -Fire Fang -Flame Wheel -Blaze Kick Flying -Sky Attack -Fly -Brave Bird -Bounce -Drill Peck -Aerial Ace -Pluck Ghost -Shadow Sneak -Shadow Claw -Shadow Force -Shadow Punch Grass -Seed Bomb -Power Whip -Wood Hammer -Leaf Blade Ground -Dig -Earthquake Ice -Ice Shard -Ice Punch -Ice Fang Normal -Explosion -SelfDestruct -Flail -Last Resort -Double-Edge -Return/Frustration -Mega Kick -Giga Impact -Fake Out -Quick Attack -ExtremeSpeed -Facade -Slash -Body Slam -Double Hit Poison -Poison Jab -Gunk Shot -Cross Poison -Poison Fang Psychic -Zen Headbut -Psycho Cut Rock -Rock Wrecker -Head Smash -Stone Edge -Rock Slide -Rock Blast Steel -Gyro Ball -Bullet Punch -Meteor Mash -Iron Tail -Iron Head -Steel Wing Water -Aqua Jet -Aqua Tail -Waterfall -Dive Code:
Competitive Special Attacking Moves (list by Gormenghast and Deck Knight) Bug -Bug Buzz -Signal Beam -Silver Wind Dark -Dark Pulse Dragon -Draco Meteor -Dragon Pulse -Dragonbreath Electric -Zap Cannon -Thunder -Thunderbolt -Discharge -Charge Beam Fighting -Focus Blast -Aura Sphere -Vacuum Wave Fire -Eruption -Overheat -Blast Burn -Fire Blast -Flamethrower -Heat Wave -Lava Plume Flying -Aeroblast -Air Slash -Air Cutter -Chatter Ghost -Shadow Ball -Ominous Wind -Night Shade Grass -Solarbeam -Leaf Storm -Grass Knot -Energy Ball -Giga Drain Ground -Earth Power Ice -Blizzard -Ice Beam -Icy Wind Normal -Hyper beam -Tri attack -Hyper Voice -Swift Poison -Sludge bomb Psychic -Psychic -Extrasensory -Psycho Boost Rock -Ancientpower -Power Gem Steel -Flash cannon Water -Hydro Cannon -Hydro Pump -Surf -Muddy Water -Water Pulse Code:
Competive Non-Attacking Moves (list by Gormenghast) Stat Boosting -Acid Armour -Accupressure -Agility -Amnesia -Barrier -Belly Drum -Bulk Up -Calm Mind -Cosmic Power -Curse -Defend Order -Dragon Dance -Growth -Kinesis -Iron Defense -Meditate -Nasty Plot -Rock Polish -Stockpile -Swords Dance Stat Reducing -Charm -Fake Tears -Feather Dance -Memento -Metal Sound -Screech -Tickle HP Restoration -Aqua Ring -Heal Order -Ingrain (maybe more team support) -Milk Drink -Moonlight -Morning Sun -Recover -Rest -Roost -Softboiled -Slack Off -Synthesis Support -Aromatherapy -Baton Pass -Block -Destiny Bond -Encore -Endure -Gravity -Haze -Heal Bell -Imprison -Leech Seed -Light Screen -Magic Coat -Magnet Rise -Mean Look -Perish Song -Protect -Psych up -Psycho Shift -Rain Dance -Recycle -Roar -Safeguard -Sleep Talk -Snatch -Spikes -Spider Web -Stealth Rock -Sunny Day -Switcheroo -Taunt -Toxic Spikes -Trick -Trick Room -Whirlwind Status Inducing -Confuse Ray -Curse (ghost) -Dark Void -Glare -Hypnosis -Lovely Kiss -Sing -Sleep Powder -Spore -Stun Spore -Sweet Kiss -Teeter Dance -Thunder Wave -Toxic -Will o Wisp -Yawn
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