You've discovered Oakden and want to sign up, right? You may think you can just make a username like puppyluv123 and start roleplaying with a random character. It's a bit more complicated, but I'll guide you through the process.
Step 1: Choose a Character Name. This name will be your username as well as the name of the character you roleplay on that account.
(ex. Anna Dael)Step 2: Register. Sign up with your Character Name as your username. Your password and such can be whatever you'd like.
(ex. Username: Anna Dael; Password: puppyflower2014)Step 3: Submit your Character Sheet. Fill out the template in the Character Sheet Submissions forum and create a topic for it. Put your Character Sheet in your new topic.
Step 4: Get your Character Sheet approved. Wait until a Moderator or Administrator replies to your Character Sheet saying it is approved and they will move it to the Character Sheet Forum.
Step 5: Begin roleplay. You are now ready to begin roleplaying. Remember, your character cannot be in two places far away from each other in the same day, so choose/create a roleplay wisely!
5 simple steps are all you need to follow to get your character up and running. I recommend reading the rules, F.A.Q.s, Starting Guides, or contacting a mod or admin if you have questions. Of course, reading the Starting Guides and rules are always a good idea, even if you don't have a question. Enjoy your stay at Oakden!