Story Threads
Dynasty Stories (also called Dynasty Threads) are forum threads that follow the action of a user's Dynasty game. They generally include game recaps, statistics and often screenshots that allow NBA Live enthusiasts to tell stories about their accomplishments and memorable moments in a form that is often similar to coverage of the real National Basketball Association. Dynasty Stories are often maintained not only for the entertainment of others but also as a creative outlet and personal recount of memorable Dynasty games. They also provide a means of asking for feedback and advice on tasks such as training and roster management.
Dynasty (or Franchise) story threads are posted in the NBA Live Dynasty & Franchise Stories section of the NLSC Forum.
Aspects of Dynasty Stories
Dynasty Stories generally contain a mixture of the following elements:
- Game Recaps
- Boxscores
- Player & Team Statistics
- Season Standinfs & Playoff Matchups
- Screenshots
- Diaries/Blogs
- Recaps and coverage of annual events (such as the Draft and All-Star Weekend)
- Fictional Feature Articles
- Fictional Magazine Covers
A Dynasty thread need not include all of these features to be popular or successful. While some people have indicated they prefer threads that use a lot of screenshots, others have stated a preference in threads that place more emphasis on detailed recaps.
Single Player Dynasties
While a majority of NBA Live fans prefer the traditional style of Dynasty Mode, the concept of a single player career mode remains very popular. Many users have attempted to simulate such a mode using the Player Lock feature and focusing attention on a single player of their choosing. Such endeavours are not without their difficulties however, as complications arise when the nominated player retires or refuses to re-sign with the user-controlled team.
Community Dynasty Stories
Another approach to Dynasty Stories has been to include members from the NBA Live community either on a single team or spread out throughout the league. This concept usually provides a new challenge to the person playing the Dynasty while attracting interest from community members who are keen to see how their virtual counterparts will perform.