[center][hr][h1]Academy 218[/h1] [h2]The Seeds of [i]Change[/i][/h2][hr][/center] [i]Welcome to [b]Academy 218[/b]. The date is [b]August 1st, 2015[/b], and the world is largely like our own. The same technological advancements and events have taken place. However, a strange condition has occurred that has given people God-like powers that defy the laws of science themselves. Granted by a mysterious green energy that resides inside of them. These people have been around for two centuries, until they came out of the shadows nearly fifty years ago. Since then, they've became a growing part of society. Strictly regulated by the NEST organization, most of these enhanced humans are no different from the average human. They wear no capes, no cowls, they are average citizens that simply want to live their lives. They go to school, they get jobs, they have fun. And they are everywhere. One place they're known for congregating was the city of Black Fall. This city has existed for a century and has the most super-humans out of anywhere in the world. Here, these people live in the closest thing they have to paradise. However, they never live in relative peace. People are out there to abuse their power, and then they pull others into their conflict. However, they are almost always dealt with one way or another.[/i] [hr][h2]|| Overview ||[/h2][hr] [b]Genre:[/b] Modern Fantasy, Urban, School, Superhuman, Low-Scifi, Character Driven, Interaction heavy [b]Recruitment Status:[/b] [b][i][color=00a651]Open[/color][/i][/b] [b]Roleplay Status:[/b] Still starting this adventure [b]Players:[/b] 9 [b]Currently looking for:[/b] More characters that have Cerebral or Elemental powers. Hey there, welcome to [b]Academy 218[/b]. An RP that I made on the RPG not too long ago that was basically a Superhero school. Unfortunately, due to a lot of factors, I lost interest in it due to a few factors and abandoned it. However, I've been yearning for an RP like it, since it was a lot of fun. So I decided to remake it from the ground-up. This RP is apart of the Black Fall universe, therefore follows it's rules and it's setting. Basically, certain human beings have been blessed with an energy that gives them God-like powers. This RP in particular is about a cast of young Superhumans as they're sent to the illustrious Academy 218, and their adventures in the academy. Their trials, triumphs, and failures. I hope to create an interesting character driven RP with whoever is interested. But to do that, I wish to forge an interesting cast, with [i]you[/i]. Yes, you. This RP will be character development and interaction heavy, so I ask that you create interesting, and well-developed, characters that I can hopefully make an interesting story with. I too will be making plenty of these characters. [hr][h2]|| Rules & Notes ||[/h2][hr] [hider= 1.In-Character Rules & Notes] [[b]1.01[/b]] The usual rules. No godmodding, metagaming, powerplaying, autohitting, etc. [[b]1.02[/b]] Swearing, alcohol, drugs, and sex are fully permitted in the RP long as you do not do it excessively. [[b]1.03[/b]] There will character deaths in this RP. By submitting a sheet, you acknowledge that your character will have to deal with the consequences of their actions. If your character does something dangerous, then they may get injured or die. Don't Godmod your way out of it. I won't purposely go out and kill characters (That I [i]like[/i]), but yeah. Whatever happens, happens. [[b]1.04[/b]] You are required to post once a week or you will placed as inactive. But, please say if you're leaving the RP, especially if you're in the middle of any interactions/important subplots. Any inactive characters will be forgotten about, or killed off if they were significant enough to the story. However, everyone is free to do as they please with any inactive characters. [[b]1.05[/b]] This is a character driven RP. You are required to interact with other people, not just have them sit around and brood. [[b]1.06[/b]] Keep the shilling to a minimum, please. No one wants to read you gushing about how badass, beautiful, edgy, or angsty, your character is. [[b]1.07[/b]] I don't care too much about post length. I rather have a short meaningful post over one full of filler. But be prepared for some long posts every now and then. However, this is a high casual Roleplay. I expect above-average writing. I also recommend that, once we get into the mix of things, you do plenty of collaboration posts. [[b]1.08[/b]] Show, don't tell. [[b]1.09[/b]] Don't break the forth wall... Just don't. It's not funny. [/hider] [hider= 2. Out-of-Character Rules & Notes] [[b]2.01[/b]] Me and my GMs have ultimate authority in the RP. When we tell you that something needs to be changed, you do it. Unless you're actually correct, I don't want to see any arguments about it. I can have your character get assassinated by a flying motorcycle and you will love it. [[b]2.02[/b]] I highly recommend that you get in contact with me on an IM service, so if we have any problems, we can discuss it behind closed doors rather than it spilling out into the OOC with pointless arguments. I prefer Skype (My handle is [u]Mr AllenJ[/u]), but I have a [url=http://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198021866701]Steam[/url]. On the plus side, we might become homies! [[b]2.03[/b]] Respect everyone else in the Roleplay. The golden rule is: Don't be a dick. [[b]2.04[/b]] Feel free to ask about anything, anything. I'll happily answer them. [[b]2.05[/b]] When creating a character, I can't stress this enough, [i]talk to me[/i]. I'd like to know about powers before you make your character so you don't get wrapped up in red tape. [[b]2.06[/b]] I am a very silly bastard that tries too hard to be funny. Don't take most of the over-the-top things I say seriously and play along in my shitposting sessions and we'll be the best of buds. [/hider] [hider= 3. Character Creation Rules & Notes] [[b]3.01[/b]] I hold the full right to reject any character for whatever reason. I also have the right to make you change what I do not like. [[b]3.02[/b]] Do not get mad if I judge your characters harshly. [[b]3.03[/b]] This is a more "realistic" Roleplay, grounded in reality. I want the characters to feel like real people, and I want realistic characters. Therefore, shy away from comic and anime themes as much as possible when making a character. Do not use anime pictures in your CS. Realism above all else. However, I won't be super anal about this. We will be taking acceptable breaks here and there. [[b]3.04[/b]] I'm going to uphold a standard when I judge character sheets. I want detailed and interesting characters. If a sheet is barebones, I will not even consider it until you beef it up. Other than that, I want characters with in-depth personalities, appearances, and backstories. Look at my characters if you want to know what I mean. [[b]3.05[/b]] Refrain from sociopaths/psychopaths unless they are going to be respectfully written. Most people just slap those labels on their characters to avoid development, and to basically let their characters do whatever they want. The same goes for all mental disorders. [[b]3.06[/b]] I am fine with characters of all sexualities and gender identities long as they are respectfully written. [[b]3.07[/b]] No super perfect characters, one-note "badasses", 'edgy" characters, brooders, or mary-sues. Any I see will be immediately rejected. [[b]3.08[/b]] You can have as many characters as you think you can handle. Though, if I see that you're struggling, I will not allow anymore. [[b]3.09[/b]] In terms of powers, I am willing to accept anything reasonable. However the following powers are banned; "instant death" powers, mind/character control, time powers, anything with "omni-" attached to it, reality warping, gravity manipulation, life-force absorption, complete indestructibility/absolute defense, and probably manipulation. I also will not accept characters that have powers that can only be used in a fight. If you want to know [i]why[/i] these powers are banned, I'll tell you. [[b]3.10[/b]] Try to shy away from dark and tragic backstories. I mean, I'm fine with characters that didn't exactly have the perfect life, but don't go overboard. Most people can't write psychological repercussions worth crap. Now, I know I mentioned a faction that likes to kidnap and experiment upon Metas, but let's avoid that. I was never a fan of "experimented on and escaped" back stories. Long as they're written realistically, I'm fine. [[b]3.11[/b]] Try not to make your characters powerful just to be powerful. Aim for the "mid-tier" in terms of power levels. Try to keep things even as possible. I'd like it if you tried to fulfill a niche whenever possible. [[b]3.12[/b]] I'd like some characters with some non-offensive powers. Like healers, information types, or whatever you can come up with. [[b]3.13[/b]] The Factions and Cities mentioned above were mostly made for backstories, so you're encouraged to use them if you can. For the bigger ideas... I'll have to ask that you PM me. [[b]3.14[/b]] "Magic" does not exist in the setting. This RP will be mainly scifi with slight paranormal themes here and there. However, you are free to make a "magic themed" power long as it adheres to what I put on the OP. You can make a character with powers based off of myth or whatever - long as you don't go overboard. [[b]3.15[/b]] For the sample-post (Which you will encounter below), I want you to show off your character as much as possible. Not their power. In the other section of your sheet, place your NEST Registration number, it can be anything. So you don't have to necessarily write your character getting into a fight. [[b]3.16[/b]] Do not post your character sheets straight to the tab. Post them on the OOC for approval. But [i]if[/i] they're accepted, make sure to put them in a hider. Also, don't "reserve" a spot on the character tab. That's annoyingly pretentious. [/hider] [hr] Credits to [@Estylwen] for a few of the ideas.