Welcome to the Alumy World !
This is the official beginner guide for those new to this community, closed species or ARPG species in general - you will find various tips and tolls below to help you in your journey around here.
Alumies
What are Alumies?
Alumies are a ARPG Closed species of cat-like mind controlling creatures! These creatures live in hives, typically lead by one leader called a Controller.
Woah already some weird terminology but stick with us, we'll cover it below.
There are four subtypes of alumies each having their own unique appearances and exclusive traits. In addition to subtypes each alumy has a rank as well which distinguishes them and their role in their hives. Please see the detailed design guide for more in depth info!
What do Alumies look like?
Alumy are characterized by their three eyes, three pronged nose, forked tongue, horns, long fluffy mane, and clawed front paws.
Alumy also exhibit a plethera of traits ranging from Common to Mythical in rarity. Additionally, there are subtypes and ranks that also effect the way an alumy looks.
As Alumy control animals, they also gain some characteristics of the animals they control and these are reflected in the patterns on their fur as well as the traits they have!
Can I make an Alumy?
You can only make an alumy if you have a MYO (make your own) ticket. Since alumies are a closed species, you can not make your own alumy without first obtaining this ticket. MYO tickets can be found in the species shop for crystals (species currency) or as rewards for events and prompts. You can also obtain an already existing alumy in one of the ways below.
How do I get an Alumy or MYO?
There are a few ways to get alumies:
- Obtain a MYO:
Events are open to anyone, which in exchange for drawing or writing about alumies, you will earn crystals (species currency) which you can use to purchase MYOs or other items in the official shops.
You can also obtain MYOs from users looking to trade or sell their MYOs
- Obtain a Pre-designed character from the alumy species:
BTA (BID to adopt) or Flatsale adopts: Purchase a pre-designed alumy for real world money or crystals.
OTA (OFFER to adopt): Purchase a pre-designed alumy for the trade of art or other characters
Raffle: win a raffle of a pre-designed alumy
- Trade a community member for an already existing alumy design. (always be careful when trading with users, while the alumy staff will attempt to resolve any conflicts in the species, we can not prevent scams and bad actors).
I have no real world money, can I still get myself an alumy?
Yes! We offer events and prompts in which you can draw already existing alumies to earn species currency to purchase MYOs to create Alumies.
You can also obtain alumies through raffles, event prizes, and community trading!
Additionally, some artists will offer adopts for art or item offers!
How do I earn species currency (crystals)?
You can earn crystals through prompts and/or events.
You can also trade with users in the community by offering commissions or character trades in exchange for crystals.
Are redesigns allowed?
Yes! Please check the current redesign process found HERE!
World
What are events?
Events are temporary prompts and challenges that have a start and an end date. During these events anyone can draw their alumies following the event guidelines to earn event rewards and crystals. Don't have an alumy? No problem. You can always participate using any of the species NPCs or draw other people's alumies with their permission!
See past events: (NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE)
What are Permanent prompts?
Some prompts are always open to earn crystals. You can draw your alumy participating in the prompt to earn crystals year round! Like events, if you don't have an alumy yet, you can draw any NPC or ask another community member if you can use their alumy for your entry.
Prompts can be found HERE!
Where can I find more lore?
Want more lore? We're working on it! Soon we'll have a worlds expanded page with more info about the world of Alumies, but for now you can hop over into our discord to interact with us and ask questions directly!
What is a storage?
The storage holds all your items and crystals that you have obtained from events! Through signing up for the alumyworld website you already have a storage account.
What are items?
Items are species specific items that allow you to create, upgrade, or change your alumies. Check out here for more info.
Items can be obtained through events, the store, or community trading.
Closed species and arpgs
What's a closed species?
A closed species is a made up creature defined by specific characteristic traits. To make an Alumy you must obtain a MYO (make your own) ticket or obtain a pre-made Alumy official sale or through community training.
What's an ARPG?
ARPG stands for “Art Role Playing Game” and is a type of community that puts on events, quests, and NPC interactions to help you develop your characters and interact with the community.