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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.

deletedabout 10 years
Main username: Huggles
Type of mentorship: Intermediate
Availability: Everyday except Mon and Thurs
Additional notes: Nope
about 10 years
Username: Thelas
Type: Beginner
Availabilty: Flexible except Tuesday and Sunday evenings (Eastern)
Notes: Nonzero experience elsewhere, very little here despite creating the account some time ago. Meta here seems really odd to me.
about 10 years
Sucklar, you leave me no choice. Next week will begin the reign of the I Can Haz Mentoring? program. Expect to see an exponential decline in attention to this outdated program.
deletedabout 10 years
Main username: pluto =)
Type of mentorship: intermediate
Availability: ..i'm here like every day honestly, sometimes not on tuesdays tho
Additional notes: nada
deletedabout 10 years
Is Bronto still my mentor or should I request someone else? I haven't asked him about anything yet but idk if he is still around.
about 10 years


This is just a prototype banner.
about 10 years
If my informal application is denied I'll go on to create my own mentoring system where every lesson will be revolved around hip new memes. The kids will love it and you'll see your system deteriorate under the shining presence of my I Can Haz Mentoring program.

Your move Ucklar, head of mentorship.
about 10 years
*stretches*

Okay, I'm ready to mentor.
about 10 years
Main username: Lietfan
Type of mentorship: basic please!
Availability: It varies alot, basically im avalible whenever I'm not asleep/in school, weekdays some times from 4:30-10:30 and weekends most tiems from 8,9, or 10 to midnight
Additional notes: None really.
about 10 years
Hello everyone

Sorry I have been slow with things lately. The reason is because I'm stepping down as the head of the mentoring program and resigning from mentoring entirely--I don't want to make a big scene or anything so I'm not making a topic or anything like that. If you want to find out more you can PM me and I'll tell you why privately.

I am now passing the helm onto Ucklar. Ucklar is a player that I know will do a good job and is respected by many people on this site. I trust him to do well and I know that he will not disappoint you guys.

Thank you all very much for letting me be your leader. I enjoyed this very much, but now it's time to move on. Goodbye and happy mentoring!
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Hi! I'd like to be a mentee =)

Main username: Cakerz
Type of mentorship: Intermediate/Advanced
Availability: Mostly any day during the evening!
Additional notes: Can I have Jackhammer as a mentor?
about 10 years
A lot of people have recently been complaining about their mentor 'not doing anything'. I would like to remind everyone that it is the mentee's responsibility to PM their mentor and ask them for help on specific things. Mentors can't read your minds, lol.
about 10 years
Main user name: ElliotDunlo
I want to be a mentee. If possible, I want Nicole to be my mentor.
Thanks :)
deletedabout 10 years
Main username: Fanas
Type of mentorship: Basic
Availability: 24 hours a day 7 days a week
Additional notes: Hi! Welome to me lobw
about 10 years
Make me a mentor.
about 10 years

Giga says

Alright, on October 11th at 7:30PM EST we will be having our next chat session in which we bounce around ideas/suggestions and give general feedback about the program. This is something I try to do once or twice every couple months just to see where we're at as a whole and if things need to change then we all know what those things are. Last time we didn't get too big of a turnout, I'm hoping by advertising it earlier this time that we'll get a larger crowd for it. Remember that this benefits all of us and it really would be greatly appreciated if a lot of people show up for it.

Cheers


I am changing the date of this meeting session to October 19th at 8:00PM EST, because I will be busy this Saturday and also I would like to give people a reminder of sorts before this (more in advance).
about 10 years
Main username: Genhawke
Type of mentorship: intermediate
Availability:from 9pm to 2pm GMT-3
Additional notes: I request Nicole as mentor if possible
about 10 years
Main username: JeanDarc
Type of mentorship: basic

Availability: EST >6 or 7 pm. "mostly available on weekends. My schedule is subject to change however."

Notes: long-time fan of mafia/werewolf. I've tried Town of Salem as well but I prefer a game where deductions actually pay off (instead of RL every game). EM seems self explanatory but I would really appreciate a few leads into the right direction.

Thanks in advance.
about 10 years
1. Hawksteel
2. intermidate/advanced
3. Available all day really
4. Played back in 2011, but stopped playing need practice on my town game.
deletedabout 10 years
Main username: gnasher
Type of mentorship: advanced.
Availability: i am available.
about 10 years
Main username: NotAClue
Type of mentorship: [basic, intermediate, advanced] Advanced.
Availability: Most weekdays is >5pm, mostly available on weekends. My schedule is subject to change however.
deletedabout 10 years
You were probably inactive
about 10 years
It seems i've been removed as a mentor, is this intentional?
about 10 years
I would like for pranay to mentor me.
about 10 years
KiyomiJava
basic
ask her
needs help

yuriboy
basic
ask him
needs help

You can do this, right?