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[i]What the hell just happened? This started out as just your average happy medieval-fantasy tavern thread . . .[/i][/center]


[h2]Character Creation[/h2]
[list][*]First, choose one other character that's already been created (probably the one who posted before you), and declare your character's relationship with that character. (Brother/sister, unrequited lovers, assassin/target, wizard/golem, etc.)
[list][*]Or, of course, create your own, as long as it's simple and concise.
[*]It'd probably be best for players to discuss this OOC first.[/list]

[*]Then, choose your character's Need from a list (To be a hero, to crush your enemies, to amass a hoard, etc.)
[list][*]Or, again, create your own, as long as it's simple and concise.[/list]

[*] Choose an object (a flaming sword, a catapult, a demonic summoning spell, a cask of 800-year-old dwarven booze)
[list][*]Or . . . you know the drill.[/list]

[*]Describe your character in few words: appearance, personality, etc. Leave out the backstory for now: another player may come along with a cool idea for a relationship.[/list]

This character creation style (and the lists involved) is mostly ripped from Fiasco: Dragon Slayers. (which is a pretty fun thing)

[hider=Example lists: Relationships and Needs]
[h3]Relationships[/h3]
[list][*]Siblings
[*]Unrequited lovers
[*]Spouses in an arranged marriage
[*]Linked by blood ritual
[*]Assassin/target
[*]Rescuer/rescuee
[*]Employer/henchman
[*]Former cellmates
[*]Bounty hunter/bounty
[*]Creator/golem
[*]Sorceror/apprentice
[*]Diabolist/intended sacrificial victim
[*]Werewolf/hunter
[*]Same non-human race
[*]Members of the same religion or guild
[*]Longtime adventuring companions
[*]Drinking buddies
[*]Reluctant allies
[*]Vicious scoundrel/pacifist healer
[*]You each have a scar the other gave you
[*]"You killed my father"[/list]

[h3]Needs[/h3]
[list][*]To be a hero
[list][*]...by defending the little guy
[*]...to that one special person
[*]...so you can lord over everybody else
[*]...in the public's eyes, even if you really aren't[/list]
[*]To crush your enemies
[list][*]...because they ruined your life
[*]...and enslave them
[*]...and they're all enemies
[*]...just to get a moment's peace[/list]
[*]To amass a hoard
[list][*]...by killing every monster you see
[*]...through shady dealings
[*]...of forbidden lore
[*]...to fund a private army[/list]
[*]To fly
[list][*]...with everybody else's treasure
[*]...after one last quest
[*]...before they realize who you really work for
[*]...literally, using a spell or maybe a catapult[/list]
[*]To rule
[list][*]...by marrying a royal heir
[*]...on a throne of your enemies' skulls
[*]...an army of undead
[*]...and impose your type of justice[/list]
[*]To overindulge
[list][*]...with wenches
[*]...in drink
[*]...in rampant thievery
[*]...in forbidden rituals
[*]...in bloodshed
[*]...in tavern brawls[/list][/list]
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[H3]EXAMPLE[/h3]
[quote]Name: Susan Frogkin
Needs: To rule an army of undead
Object: A big-ass iron warhammer
Relationship with [insert character name]: Former cellmates[/quote]

[h3]Although the character sheet is miniscule, players should strive for narrative, development and interaction in the IC.[/h3]
The character sheet should (theoretically) develop as the character is played. Your Need is the goal you must attain using the other characters at the inn. Your character knows at least two other characters, for better or for worse.

As GM, my role would be to keep a clear and understandable environment -- as well as the occasional NPC as needed.

[h2]Gameplay[/h2]
[s]You're in a medieval tavern.[/s] Since the start of this RP, things have snowballed just a bit. The tavern might have burned down. It also might have been overrun by zombies. But still -- just your average tavern thread, right?