[center]:magnum[b]GM: Jay Kalton[/b]:magnum [b]Co-G: Hmmmm...[/b] [b][color=ed1c24] [color=ed1c24]If you wish to submit a character, please see the character skeleton and submission rules below.[/color][/color][/b] [hr] For many years, Konohagakure has seen nothing but peace. Everything seems to have settled down since the end Third Great Shinobi War, and everything seems to be going well. Missions have been running smoothly, and the upcoming Chuunin Exams is just around the corner (by a good few months). However, recently, strange occurrences have started to ensue outside the outskirts of Konoha and the Land of Fire itself. A rising in rogue ninja worldwide has caused the Kages to take action in the shadows, and, if not acted upon, could lead to future dilemmas. Although this unknown terrorist organisation continues to clash with other ninja in deadly silence, it's about time to train the future generation to its fullest potential. Harsh tests and trials are about to serve as dangerous obstacles for the soon-to-be Genin of the Hidden Leaf, and it's only going to get worse from there. You happen to be one of the handpicked Genin chosen to join a certain squad to help protect the Hidden Leaf Village. This is the time to show your full potential, the time to let your true colours shine. Will you choose to fight alongside the Jonin of the Leaf? Because it's about time us shinobi take a dive into the darkness. [h1][color=630460][u][b]Naruto: Into the Darkness[/b][/u][/color][/h1] [img]https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/74/46/d8/7446d8c7f98f40fb467b68b1f29b06c0.jpg[/img] [hr] Heyo! I present to those new and old to this RP Naruto: Into the Darkness. This was originally an idea from another fellow RP-er, but after many attempts of trying to get everyone and everything sorted, both previous RPs have unfortunately died. However, I have learned from my mistakes and decided to make a new RP with events set in mind and even a vague ending planned out. This RP is set in a sort-of AU. All of the writers will be playing as above-average Genin who have been handpicked and assigned to a special squad after having endured many years in the Academy. Although the purpose of forming this special squad is still unknown to them, normal missions will still be carried out. As they learn, develop their skills and interact with other squad members, the threats that keep on scratching at the walls of Konoha are becoming more and more prominent. Different enemies will be encountered and, hopefully, this RP will last as long as it can! Challenge your characters, interact with other characters (huehuehue) and most of all, have fun with your characters! [/center] [hider=CS Skeleton (a li'l different this time.)] (image of character) (character quote) [u][color=630460][b]Basic Info:[/b][/color][/u] Name: (For the love of Freckled Jesus, please, use a Japanese name for your character! I can't stress this enough with different OCs.) Nickname/Alias: (Nothing like 'Kawaii Sky Goddess' or 'Samurai Rapunzel'. I will pelt you with sunflower seeds.) Gender: (Male or Female) Age and date of birth: (Preferably fifteen years old. I know ninja typically graduate at age twelve, but I think fifteen is a more appropriate age.) Age Appearance: Sexuality: Parents: (Would appreciate it if you put their parent's status, e.g Alive or deceased.) Length and build: (Japanese boys and girls are relatively smaller than European teenagers… so if your female character is say 5'8, she's gonna seem pretty damn tall in front of other women. Hell, Mei Terumi is one of the only female characters in Naruto who exceeds 170cm.) Weight: (Japanese people also tend to be lighter as well. Just don't go too overboard.) Favorite weather and season: Village: (Preferably Konoha. Remember, even the Hokage himself won't just simply take in some random stranger from say Amegakure. It's just not safe.) Birthplace: (Again, preferably Konoha.) Organization: Shinobi Forces Clan/Bloodline: (canon or oc) Rank: Genin Chakra Nature: (Water, Wind, Earth, Fire or Lightning.) Character Appearances: Appearance: (Just a description of your character. Hair colour, eye colour, height, body type and casual and combat attire are some things you might want to describe.) [color=630460][b]Personal Information:[/b][/color] Personality: (At least a paragraph) History: (At least a paragraph) Theme Song: (Main, and battle theme, maybe even one where your character goes insane. If not, just go with one theme.) [u][b][color=630460]Battle Arsenal[/color][/b][/u] Weapons/Items: (Specific weapon that they often use. Everybody carries a set of kunai and shurkien with them.) Name of Weapon or Item: Description: Appearance: [u][b][color=630460]Skills and Techniques:[/color][/b][/u] Skills/Abilities: (Describe what their advantages and disadvantages in combat are e.g poor Taijutsu. This can help with possible future training sessions with your glorious sensei.) Special Traits: (Things they were born with such as low/high chakra levels) Kekkei Genkai: (Optional. Canon or original, must be balanced. If I see a kid with both Byakugan and Sharingan, I won't just pelt you with sunflower seeds, but I will find you. And I will kill you.) Traits/Abilities of Kekkei Genkai: Jutsu: Canon Jutsu: (E.g basic Academy techniques.) Custom Jutsu: Name of Technique: (Preferably in English just so you don't post some weaboo trash that you got from Google Translate.) Type of Jutsu: (Ninjutsu, Genjutsu, Kenjutsu, Nintaijutsu, etc.) Rank: (E, D, C, B, A or S. Preferably ranks E-C for all you adorable Genin.) Range: (Long, Mid, Close etc.) Nature Type: (Water, Fire, Earth, Wind, Lightning Handseals: Description: Weakness: ==================== Name of Technique: Type of Jutsu: Rank: Range: Nature Type: Handseals: Description: Weakness: [/hider] [hider=Rules that you better take your time to read] Of course, rules are very important. This is gonna be pretty straightforward, but I do expect you to take some time to read these lovely jubbly rules. [color=ed1c24][b]Rule no. 1: If you don't agree with someone or something, you can tell them/me that.[/b][/color] Nobody is going to feel insulted because of that (lest you don't follow rule no. 1) and most actually feel like you helped them. However remember that I always have the last word. So please, if you don't have a legit logical reason to back up your argument, just listen to what I say. [color=ed1c24][b]Rule no. 2: Create a Genin and only a Genin.[/b][/color] I'm quite active in this website, so I'll be the one in charge of controlling the Jonin for this squad. I don't want to give an important position such as a Jonin to anyone who (I have no idea how to rephrase this to make it sound less offensive) that can't handle the position, e.g not as active because life sucks etc. I don't want anyone to feel pressurised at all, so please, create a Genin instead. [color=ed1c24][b]Rule no. 3: Don't be a jerk.[/b][/color] To put it in plain, simple words; there is a difference between having an opinion or disagreement and attacking someone and treating them like they're stupid. Don,t crush someones ideas or creativity, it's just not nice. What isn't natural is bullying them into quitting the rp. If an argument escalates, be the better person stop it or ask me for some assistance. [color=ed1c24][b]Rule no. 4: Keep your characters logical.[/b][/color] Nobody has ever seen a Genin with the power of a Kage. It has to make sense to be accepted. I know this is an RP where the Genin are above average, but still, they have their weaknesses too! Just imagine that our squad is basically the Rookie 9 shoved into one group. [color=ed1c24][b]Rule no. 5: Please try to be as active as possible.[/b][/color] I am fully aware that all of you have your own lives to live outside Roleplayed Guild, but if there's a lack of replies, the roleplay is guaranteed to die one way or another. Especially for an RP like this, it almost demands that we reply as soon as we possibly can. You have fights, witty comments and important information, all of which should be replied to as soon as possible. I'm pretty sure we all get hella busy at some point, even me, but when people don't reply, it just becomes a problem. I know it sounds harsh, but this RP literally thrives on how often we post. [color=ed1c24][b]Rule no. 6: Don't spam the OOC.[/b][/color] Either take it to PM or add [b]jay.kalton[/b] on Skype so I can add you to our amazing ninja squad chat. [color=ed1c24][b]Rule no. 7: All RPGuild rules ALWAYS apply![/b][/color] [/hider] [hider=Current Squad Arrangements] [b][u]Jonin:[/u][/b] Fuyuko Wakahisa - Played by Jay Kalton [u][b]Genin:[/b][/u] Asuka Koizumi - Played by Jay Kalton [u][b]Genin:[/b][/u] Seichi Hino - Played by SayZun [u][b]Genin:[/b][/u] Reiji Saikumo - Played by Vongola_Hasayo [u][b]Genin:[/b][/u] Katai Miataru - Played by Kazure [u][b]Genin:[/b][/u] [b]OPEN[/b] [u][b]Genin:[/b][/u] [b]OPEN[/b] [/hider] [hider=Submission Rules (Extremely important!!!)] To submit a character, please follow the character sheet provided. After you have finished, post it in the OOC to be reviewed. If we have more than two people willing to join the RP, I will decide which two characters are approved by the end of the deadline. If your character sheet has already been reviewed by me, you are free to edit your character before the deadline comes to a close. After that, I will be reviewing all the character sheets and selecting the two I think are best suited for the RP. Remember, this is [b][color=ed1c24]not first come first served.[/color] [/b] I am looking for good quality in these character submissions, and only the best of the best will be picked. Also, I am looking for [b]dedicated[/b] RPers. I won't have this RP die for a third time just because one character is holding back everyone else and the plot itself. As you know, this type of RP [b]requires[/b] dedication and a lot of posts to keep it alive and the plot moving. Before submitting a character, keep this in mind. - For now, the plot will progress as usual, with myself and two other RPers pushing the plot forward. Once our first mission is completed, the selected two characters will be able to start posting from there. [/hider]