Getting Started

Step 1: Understand What ROP Is

Rites of Passage is a text-based MUD — a multiplayer fantasy world you experience through text. You read descriptions and type commands. No graphics, no mouse. Just your imagination and the written word.

It's like reading a novel where you are the main character — except thousands of other players share the world with you, and the story never ends.

Read the full How to Play guide →

Step 2: Choose Your Race

ROP has 24 unique races divided into two alignments: Good and Evil. There is no neutral alignment — you must choose a side.

Your race determines:

• Your starting stats (STR, DEX, CON, INT, WIS, CHA)
• Your unique passive ability
• Your starting city: Aethelgard (Good) or Gorgoroth (Evil)
• Your faction allegiance

Browse All Races →

Step 3: Choose Your Profession

ROP has 10 playable professions. Your profession determines:

• Your combat role (tank, damage, healer, support, hybrid)
• Your HP and Mana progression per level
• Available spells and skills
• Armor and weapon proficiencies
• Stats gained on level-up

All 10 professions are available to all 24 races. There are no race/class restrictions.

Browse All Professions →

Step 4: Create Your Account

When you connect to ROP, you'll be guided through account creation:

1. Choose a username and password for your account.
2. Create your first character — pick a name, race, and profession.
3. You'll appear in your faction's starting city, ready to begin.

Your account can hold multiple characters so you can explore different combinations.

Step 5: Learn the Basics

Start in your city. Read the room descriptions. Use look to see everything around you. Type help at any time for in-game assistance.

Key commands to remember:

• n, s, e, w — move in cardinal directions
• look or l — see the room again
• score or sc — see your character sheet
• inventory or i — check what you're carrying
• help <topic> — get help on anything

Alignment: Good vs. Evil

In ROP, there are two factions and no neutral ground: