Getting Started in Mesa Indigo
New to FiveM roleplay? Start here. This walkthrough guides you through Discord, rules, applications, FiveM setup, character creation, and your first fly in.
Join the Discord
Start in the community Discord so you can read announcements, ask questions, and meet staff.
Join DiscordCreate your website account
Use Discord SSO so your account can be connected to applications and onboarding progress.
Log InRead the rules
Learn the expectations before scenes begin. Rules protect roleplay quality for everyone.
Read RulesLearn roleplay basics
Understand IC, OOC, FailRP, metagaming, powergaming, scene etiquette, and voice expectations.
Review BasicsSubmit a whitelist application
If whitelist mode is enabled, submit your application and wait for staff review.
ApplySet up FiveM and voice
Install FiveM, confirm GTA V works, and configure the required voice settings.
Setup GuideCreate your first character
Build a believable person with goals, limits, and a reason to be in the city.
Character TipsOnboarding Progress
Ready?
The Fly In button checks current access rules before opening the CFX join URL.
Roleplay Basics
IC / In Character
Everything your character says, knows, and does inside the story.
OOC / Out of Character
Real-world conversation outside the roleplay scene.
FailRP
Actions that break believable roleplay or ignore server expectations.
RDM
Random deathmatch, attacking someone without valid roleplay reason.
VDM
Vehicle deathmatch, using a vehicle as a weapon without valid roleplay.
Metagaming
Using information your character did not learn in-character.
Powergaming
Forcing outcomes or giving your character unrealistic power.
New Life Rule
After certain deaths, your character should not return with full memory of the scene.
Value of Life / Fear RP
Act as if your character values survival when threatened.
Scene etiquette
Give other players room to speak, react, and build the moment.
Priority scenes
Major active scenes that may limit new high-impact scenes until resolved.
Emergency service interactions
Let police, fire, and EMS roleplay their work without rushing the scene.
Voice chat expectations
Use clear audio, stay in character, and avoid disruptive background noise.
Character development
Let your character grow gradually through relationships, choices, and consequences.