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* General inventory management, including record-keeping, is now managed by the site itself.
** Which is to say: you will no longer need or be expected to update your own bank or transaction log going forward.
** Additionally, inventories are automatically categorized by item type!
* Currencies, such as [[Flower Token Tutorial|Flower Tokens]], and items will enter your bank as:
** A reward for a submission
* '''If you have an existing Mothcat Bank''' that you want to migrate to the new site:
** You should first make sure your bank, especially your transaction log, is up-to-date!
** Stop by the [https://www.deviantart.com/mothcats/journal/Bank-Migration -Station -841060200 Migration Station] and the migration team will help you out! === Stacks ===* Items stack fully-- if you have preexisting "stacks" from before this was implemented, '''unstack them at the [https://mothcats.com/prompts/prompts?name=Inventory+Kiosk&prompt_category_id=4 Inventory Kiosk]!'''
=== The New FT Queue ===
* The [[Flower Token Tutorial|Flower Token]] Queue is now entirely on-site and '''<u>requires you to submit your pieces to it for valuing'''.** It can be found as a "prompt" [https:<//www.mothcats.com/world/prompts?name=&prompt_category_id=5&sort=category '''here''']u>.
* Each contributor to a collaboration, trade, and both commissioner and commisionee will need to submit separately in order to receive their FT.
* Further rules and information can be found in the details of the promptsubmission listing.
* In exchange for this, once your piece(s) are valued, your rewards will be delivered <u>automatically to your bank</u>!
* '''To submit your piece(s) to the FT Queue for valuing:'''
** It can be found [https://www.mothcats.com/prompts/prompts?name=&prompt_category_id=5&sort=category '''here'''].
** Make sure to read through the details! They contain the relevant rules and information to submit.
** Once you're ready, click the "new submission" button...
** ...and fill out the form with your submission URL and any comments as necessary.
** Then click the "Submit" button!
=== Stickers ===
*** For "Reward Type", select "Item"
*** Then, select the sticker you've qualified for!
** And submit!
=== Ranks ===
* [[Ranks]] are now treated, similarly to stickers, as non-transferrable "items" represented by badges, with their own [https://www.mothcats.com/world/items?item_category_id=17 category].
* This is so that rank updates can be awarded and logged easily and efficiently as well!
* '''If you qualify for a new rank, you should now submit a [https://www.mothcats.com/claims/new claim]'''!
** For the URL, enter a link to the [[ranks]] guide.
** In the comments section, state what rank you are petitioning for and what qualifies you for it, including links to proof.
** Finally, add the badge for that rank to your claim!
*** In the "Rewards" section, click "Add Reward"
*** For "Reward Type", select "Item"
*** Then, select the badge!
** And submit!
** Adding your character's name to their masterlist entry!
** Characters have an editable profile section!
** Initiating a character transfer via on-site utilities-- these must still be approved by an admin, but the process is now streamlined.
=== Character Inventories ===
* On that note, due to these changes, trackers as they exist in a mechanical sense-- to track individual characters' inventories and their logs-- will be integrated into the masterlist.
** This will be part of Each character in the purpose of masterlist has their own inventory! They can own their own items; you can transfer items from your inventory to the owner-editable profile section inventory of masterlist entries!any character you own from their inventory page.* As it stands, * Note that not all items cannot can be attached owned by characters; to characterssee which categories of items can be, check the [https://www.mothcats. However, we have a workaround using currencies-- Accessory Tokens and Companion Tokens-com/world/item- categories item categories] list!* '''In order to attach an item to track the respective attachments.a character''': ** When attached (or removed) Navigate to/from characters, the item(character's) in question will be logged masterlist entry** Click "Inventory" in the character's sidebar** Click "Show" next to the "Currency LogsYour Inventory"...** ...and Select the corresponding item removed from/added items you wish to your on-site inventory by an adminattach, then click "Transfer".* This means that, '''in In order to attach transfer an item to from a character:''': ** You go Navigate to the [http://fav.me/dbfl4qt character's masterlist entry** Click "Inventory Kiosk] as usual" in the sidebar** And provide a link Click the item you wish to your on-site profile transfer** Select with the checkbox the stack and to the masterlist entry , if relevant, quantity of the character(s) item you want wish to attach item(s) to in place of transfer** Click "Transfer".* Note that <u>clothing</u> and <u>companion slots</u> must still be attached through the prior bank and tracker[https://ID linkswww.mothcats.** Everything else is handled by an admincom/prompts/prompts?name=Inventory+Kiosk&prompt_category_id=4 Inventory Kiosk]!See there for further instructions.
== the MYO Slot Database ==
=== MYO Slot Conversion ===
* '''Your existing MYO slots''', as well as any slots you acquire later, '''will need to be converted by an admin into on-site MYO slots'''.
** To do this, take your link(s) with proof of ownership of the MYO slot(s) to the [https://mothcats.com/prompts/prompts?name=MYO+Kiosk&prompt_category_id=4 MYO Kiosk]! ==== MYO Tickets and You ====* Going forward, MYO tickets will be obtained as rewards from ARPG functions-- such as [[Surprise Egg|surprise eggs]]-- and exchanged for full MYO slots.** To do so, '''go to the MYO Kiosk'''! == the Design Update System ==* This is a system of the site that serves two roles!* Broadly, it provides an on-site system for submitting design updates for approval and, following that, integration into the masterlist.* It includes:** Space to enter comments about your submission** Upload an image for submission** Select traits** Select items to use as part of your submission*** These are consumed if your submission is approved, and returned if you cancel it or it is denied.* Additionally, submissions are assembled via drafts that you save step-by-step and can put down and return to at any time until you are ready to submit to the queue. === MYO Submissions ===* MYO submissions are now handled on-site via this system.* '''You can begin assembling a draft for a MYO submission''' by going to the MYO slot's page and clicking the "Submit MYO Design" link in the sidebar.** See the [[Make-Your-Own Slots (Mothcats)|MYO Submission Guide]] for more information!* Upon being accepted, your MYO will be incorporated directly into the masterlist! === Salons ===* The second role this system serves is to power salons. However, this only concerns the submission for approval and incorporation into the masterlist.** For instance, appraisals remain on dA.** Please see the [[Salon Guide|salon guide]], including the updated Design Update Guide, for more information! ==== Dubious Potions, Essences of Enigma, and other random trait modifiers ====Rolls from Dubious Potions, Essences of Enigma, and any other similar items are now '''logged for you on the masterlist'''. As such, you don't need to provide proof of these rolls- you just need to state you're redeeming them while preparing the update. As previously, rolls need to be used before a character can continue to be used in the group. == Market == === Shops ===* Shops are now located entirely on-site; additionally, purchasing from them is now fully automatic!** That is, when you purchase an item, its cost is automatically deducted from your bank and the item placed in your inventory instantly (and all necessary logs made).** '''You can find all shops [https://www.mothcats.com/shops here]!'''* While most shops take FT, as you might be used to, there are also special shops that take other currencies!** For instance, the [[Community Garden]] prize shop, located [https://www.mothcats.com/shops/1 here], takes points earned from the garden (now, aptly, Garden Points.)* Like inventories, shop stocks are automatically categorized by item type. === Trading ===* The functional portion of trading (that is, the act of trading itself) is now located entirely on-site and automated!* The discussion element of trades-- such as comments and listings-- will remain as they are; the Trading Post on dA will continue its role as hub for these activities, though the act of trading itself has moved.* Characters can also be traded using this interface!** Though in this case, a finalized trade must be approved by an admin before it processes.* So, '''the new steps to make a trade might look like''':** Make a listing at the Trading Post (as usual)** Discuss terms with someone (as usual)** Go to the [https://www.mothcats.com/trades/open trade hub] on-site** One of the participants creates a new trade,*** Selects their trade partner from the list of users,*** And fills out this form in the comments section (this can also be found on the "New Trade" page):<pre>Trade Agreement: Link to the listing or other proof of discussion!What's Being Traded: OPTIONAL-- only required if there's something being traded not recognized by the site-- for instance, art!</pre>*** And then selects items and/or characters and/or currency as appropriate.*** Then sends the trade!** The other participant will be notified on-site and prompted to fill out their side of the trade.** Again, each side will need to confirm their side of the trade, and then confirm again once they have each confirmed once to finalize the trade.** After that, provided no characters are involved, the trade will automatically process, and items/currency be added to/removed from the participants banks as appropriate!*** If a character is involved, the trade will process once an admin has looked over and approved it. === Quests ===* Quests will be handled on-site as submissions.* However, commenting to start certain quests will remain on dA.** These quests include:*** Any quest that involves [[Crafting Tutorial|crafting]]*** [http://fav.me/dbno5rg Heart-to-Heartnose]*** [http://fav.me/dd1kdv9 Enchantment/Disenchantment]** These quests will then be submitted on site.* The remainder of quests will be posted exclusively on site.** Asking questions, etc. will remain on dA; you can do so at the [https://www.deviantart.com/mothkitten/journal/MYOQuest-Bulletin-696291909 Quest Bulletin].* '''To start a quest,''' start by either commenting on dA for the above quests or by browsing the on-site [https://www.mothcats.com/prompts/prompt-categories?name=Quests quest listing]. Note that the listing shows only categories at first-- you'll need to click the magnifying glass icons by the category name to see the quests in that category!** Once you've found a quest (and commented on dA to start it if necessary), make sure you read all relevant rules and information!*** This information will be in the details for each quest and on any associated dA journal.** Once you're ready, click the "new submission" button...** ...and fill out the form with your submission URL and any comments as necessary.** Then click the "Submit" button!** '''NOTE:''' <u>You will still need to submit your piece to the FT Queue in order to be awarded FT for it!</u> ==== the Quest Log ====* The quest log has been effectively incorporated into your generalized submission log. As a result, like the rest of your bank, it does not need to be manually maintained.** This can be viewed on your profile under the "Submissions" link in the menu. === Community Garden/Improvement Bingo ===* '''Community Garden's information''', including the month's community prompt, can be found [https://mothcats.com/info/bingo here]!* Registration for both personal and community prompts (not to be confused with the site function!) will remain on dA as they are now.* '''Submissions are on site''' and located [https://mothcats.com/prompts/prompts?name=Bingo&prompt_category_id=4 here]!** Make sure to read the details!* Additionally, as mentioned above, the prize shop is now on site and fully automatic!** '''To spend your points, go [https://www.mothcats.com/shops/1 here]!''' ==== Migrating your Existing Points ====* '''If you have points from prior to the site,''' comment [https://www.deviantart.com/comments/1/740578884/4841331138 here] with a link to your on-site profile to have your standing point balance added to your bank! === Lotto and Pawsitivity === ==== Lotto ====* Due to low traffic, the FT and item lottos are shutting down. ==== Pawsitivity Corner ====* Pawsitivity is now fully on site!* '''More information can be found [https://mothcats.com/info/pawsitivity here]'''!* '''To submit a Pawsitivity entry:''' ** Pawsitivity submissions can be found [https://mothcats.com/prompts/prompts?name=Pawsitivity&prompt_category_id=4/ here]!** Make sure to read the details!* Prizes will be awarded manually by a market runner; you do not need to take any additional action. === Amity Park ===* Will remain on dA and operate as usual.** Changes to your inventory, such as bait use, or the addition of a companion in the event you are successful in taming one, will be manually handled by a market runner; you do not need to take any additional action. === Junkyard ===* Recycling items is now done from within your inventory and fully automated!** As before, you can recycle items rarity 1-6 except for ''any openable item'' (this includes eggs!) If in doubt, check the item in your inventory-- valid items have a "Recyclable" tag!** Recycling an item will give you its rarity worth in Junkyard Points! You can check items' rarities by consulting the [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1wE5d5-ExchangemJl7T8kBu2BgQpjVw8HJ2-CeqJswtGpnYu_X8/edit#gid=109961571 Item Database Spreadsheet].** Note that stacks will only return 1 item's worth of points, so you should unstack them at the [https://mothcats.com/prompts/prompts?name=Inventory+Kiosk-755511240 MYO &prompt_category_id=4 Inventory Kiosk] before recycling them!* '''To recycle an eligible item,'''** Go to your inventory and click on the item you want to recycle.** Click the "Recycle Item" header.** When ready, click the "Recycle" button.** Your Junkyard Points will be automatically credited to your bank!* Additionally, the prize shop is now on site and fully automatic!** '''To spend your points, go [https://www.mothcats.com/shops/10 here]!''' ==== Migrating your Existing Points ====* '''If you have points from prior to the site,''' comment [https://www.deviantart.com/comments/1/779290135/4842816865 here] with a link to your on-site profile to have your standing point balance added to your bank![[Category:Mothcats]][[Category:Mothcat Guides]]
