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Mentor/Mentee Info & Sign-up Thread

about 10 years

There is no longer any head of the Mentoring Program. Sims, the site administrator, will now oversee the program. Please PM Sims for questions, comments, feedback, or about anything related to the Mentoring Program.

If you cannot post but would like to sign up, please Private Message (PM) Sims.

This thread has been remade from https://epicmafia.com/topic/61380 because it's easier for me to edit this thread rather than message thebrontosaurus every time I want to edit something in it lol.

The Mentor-Mentee Program: What it is

This program is designed to help mafia players of all experience levels improve their knowledge and skill-set through the guidance of mentors. Mentors are chosen by moderators as players who have a deeper understanding of the game and are willing to share that with others. As a mentee, you will work with a mentor or mentors at your desired pace and times. Mentees: How to sign up If you are interested in joining the new mentor-mentee program as a mentee, please post here and we will add you to our mentor spreadsheet and be in touch with you soon. We would like to be as accommodating as possible so giving us an idea of your particular wants from this program and any particular preferences (including mentor choice) is completely welcome.

Once a mentor-mentee pairing is approved, you'll receive another PM and you'll be able to begin working things out with your mentor. If you cannot post in this topic, Private Message (PM) Sims or your mentor.

How it works:

The basic program introduces players to mafia through Classic Mafia, a standard and simple mafia setup. Here, you will be introduced to terminology such as "lylo," "mylo", "bussing", "lurking", "fos", etc., and their definitions. We will explain the basic mechanics of a game, as well as answer any site/game/tactics questions you have. Once you feel comfortable with basic aspects of the site and game, we recommend playing some on your own (you can of course feel free to ask the mentors for anything). If you desire more from the program, we will set you up with a personal mentor for more advanced training!

The advanced program is based on mentor oversight in ranked and unranked games. The site administrator implemented a function that allows a mentor to see his or her mentee's role without directly participating in the game. They will be able to share their thoughts and give guidance to their mentees. Mentees may also opt to play competitive games with their mentors and debrief when it's over (mentors cannot under any circumstance treat you any differently than any other player in a ranked game). Flexibility is encouraged to accommodate your needs and you can expect this from your mentor.

There is no 100% systematic way to get better at mafia, so I will stress that you communicate with your mentor(s) and accurately express your thoughts and needs. All feedback is appreciated.

> Format for Applying to be a Mentor Please PM this to Sims - If you have previously applied before, there is no need to re-apply. We have your application on file. We add mentors on an as needed basis and will get in contact with you if there is an opening.

Main Username:

Date sent:

  • What qualifies you to be a mentor?
  • Why do you want to be a mentor?
  • Which level of mentees would you like to teach?
  • What would you like to get out of the mentoring program & what would you like to give to it? What days and times are you available to mentor, on a regular basis?

> Format for Applying to be a Mentee Please post these applications in thread and you will be placed shortly after. Once placed, please PM Sims to request access to the Mentoring Lobby.

  • Main username:
  • Type of mentorship: [basic, intermediate, advanced]
  • Availability:
  • Additional notes:

Basic Level Mentoring is for new players who are trying to learn basic strategy and technique, understanding common training lobby setups as well as become more familiar with the site and mafia in general.

Intermediate Level Mentoring is for players who are interested in learning some of the more advanced roles and setups that are commonly used in Competitive play in both Training and Comp Lobbies. By this point, you’ll have a firm grasp on the basics and are interested in learning many popular competitive setups, strategies and techniques.

Advanced Level Mentoring is for players who are experienced in many common competitive setups and are looking to zero-in on specific skills and strategies and trying to improve their gameplay at a high level. Think of advanced mentoring as taking an independent study course at a university, focusing on what you’d like to work on with a mentor to guide you and help you reach your goal.

If you have ANY questions about this program or about your mentors, please PM Sims.

almost 10 years
Main username: PonyLove
Type of mentorship: intermediate/advanced (Somewhere in between)
Availability: Everyday I get on randomly throughout the day, I'm mainly on 9PM - 11PM CST (And later)
Additional note: I'd love help with scumreading people, and learning how to defend myself. Those are my weakest points.
almost 10 years
I can try to mentor xela.
almost 10 years
I'd like to be mentored. I learn better by actions and conveying what I'm learning to others through peer mentoring. I think that I should be allowed to mentor a large group of players so that I can truly engage in my learning atmosphere.
almost 10 years
keri I'd talk to Ucklar, he's in charge these days.
deletedalmost 10 years
can i be a mentor again
almost 10 years
can jericho be my mentor pls
almost 10 years
Main username: SPCOxion

Type of mentorship: Basic or intermediate

Availability: Noon through midnight CST, preferably later than earlier

Additional notes: I want to focus on reading other people. I'd say I'm half decent at everything else, but my townreads and foses are usually completely wrong. I'm looking to train both of those skills, mainly, though I'm also a bit interested in hiding as mafia (making your cop ccs look legitimate, being towny, etc).
almost 10 years
Main Username: Plexar

Type of Mentorship: Intermediate or advanced(?)

Availability: Preferably 09:00PM - 11:30PM EST (Most convenient for me but I'm able to make time due to Christmas break)

Additional Notes: Been playing mostly the fancy pants setup which I've got the general hang of. I'm aware of the basic terminologies along with a few extra that I'm familiar with due to my outside experience/knowledge. Mainly interested in how to town-tell and convince others.

Thanks in advance.
almost 10 years
Main Username: MichaelJadson
Type of Mentorship: Intermediate
Availability: Will be available from around 17:00 till 20:00 CET for the next two weeks every day, from then on, on the same times at weekends.
Additional Notes: I'm interested mainly in being able to react better to unexpected/unplanned situations as mafia, and to improve my quick thinking.

Thanks in advance.
almost 10 years
Main Username: Pious5Cards

Type of Mentorship: Basic/Intermidiate

Availability: Scattered. I'm (almost) always avaliable after 11:00 PM EST. My line of profession requires me to work on random days. I am never available from 3:00 AM - 5:00PM. Fridays and Saturdays are my most available days. I can be on till 2AM on Fridays and Saturdays. Most Sundays are good all day for me, although after 12:00 PM. I can give schedules a few days to a week ahead of time. I can possibly make time from 11:00 to 11:20 during the week if needed, although it is not preferred, but I can make it work. (All times are in EST in case that was not clear)

Additional Notes: I understand all basic terminology (to my knowledge that is) and I can play classic just fine (at least in my opinion), but my overall skill is quiet low, which is why I included basic just in case.
deletedalmost 10 years
Should my mentor have contacted me already?
I haven't gotten anything.
almost 10 years
I hope I don't need to tell you that this is an application for being a mentee

Main username: Grips
Type of mentorship: basic (because I'm a nooby noob)
Availability: Mostly on weekends, sometimes on weekdays
Additional notes: *filler*

>:3
deletedalmost 10 years
Main username: cute
Type of mentorship: i don't know, intermediate/advanced???
Availability: often enough, past 5 on m w th f, whenever on weekends, and probably not on tuesdays
Additional notes: jericho =")
almost 10 years
Everyone is assigned.
deletedalmost 10 years
What's the update on this program? To clarify- I want a mentor
almost 10 years
Applying to be a mentee :)
Main username: FishPretty
Type of mentorship: basic
Availability: Weekends
Additional notes:I would like to have a patient mentor because im not very good...i wish to be an experienced player like the mentors
deletedalmost 10 years
I can take seven as a mentee
almost 10 years
Applying to be a Mentee

Main username: SevenSeeds5
Type of mentorship: Intermediate and Advanced
Availabilty: After 3pm EST ~ 10pm EST (every day except wednesday and friday) 7pm EST ~ 10pm EST on wednesday and friday.
Additional notes: I would like to learn how to play well in setups I have never played before / Learn how to scumhunt / Learn how to play Mafia sided roles well
deletedalmost 10 years
Main username:Cosmostylin
Type of mentorship: Intermediate and Advanced
Availability: Dunno, Im around a lot.
Additional notes:Noavi for life, I can scumhunt like no other on all the ranked setups, I'm at a loss when playing most comp setups, and have a lot of difficulty scumhunting in those setups. I compensate by mostly lurking. Would like advanced mentorship in regards to eliminating my scumtells and learning how to manipulate town efficiently. 10th in the EM Olympics.
deletedalmost 10 years
Main Username: Dooomlord (But I am on this account most of the time now)
Type of mentorship: Basic
Availability: (Eastern Standard Time) 5:00-8:00, and weekends, and some times in the morning.
Additional Notes: I know a lot of the terminology and I love teaching people, which is why I might become a teacher after college. I think the current noavi hate is disgusting and a bad scorch mark on this community. I will make new players who may or may not have an avatar feel more welcome in this community. With help, this site can flourish into a blooming community. I am experienced with Fancy Pants, Classic Mafia, Coco's Epic Setup, and Guns & Hookers. Please consider me! I have tutored many of my friends who have become great players in the community.
deletedalmost 10 years
Main Username: Smorlicious
Type of mentorship: Basic
Availability: (Central European Timezone - Frankfurt Germany) I'm usually free afterschool from 3-5 p.m. and on weekends in the mornings.
Additional notes: I have been playing epic mafia on multiple accounts for roughly 3 years, and so I have a good understanding of training set ups such as Classic, Fancy Pants, Coco's Set Up, etc.

I would like to help get beginners on their feet by teaching them the basic strategies, slang, scum hunting techniques and so on so they can begin to play on a level with regular training players so they don't get yelled at and intimidated from playing on the site.
almost 10 years
Main username: Kishu
Type of mentorship: intermediate
Availability: I'm usually free on weekends, or 3-5pm and 8-11pm on weekdays
Additional notes: I'm used to basic setups like SITD and classic, but I would like to play more various games. Also, I need some improvement on how to win as mafia and how to seem less scummy, no matter if I'm maf or town. Just help for me to improve is all that's needed!
almost 10 years
My mentor is awesome
almost 10 years
Main username: mamuradaiki
Type of mentorship: Intermediate
Availability: Usually free on weekends, or after 7pm on weekdays
Additional notes: I'd love to receive any tips that come my way, such as being a better maf, getting better scum reads, etc. I typically play FP and sometimes guns and hookers-- most times I make for a pretty good cop and my villager win rate isn't so shabby, but rolling maf is considerably more difficult for me. I'd also love to familiarize and get a better grasp on new setups.
almost 10 years
i wanna be a mentor and i msgd giga like three months ago wtf