[i]Note: This thread moved from the Free Subforum because of content and depth of lore & writing...[/i] [hr] [color=ivory][center][h1][b]Welcome to the Endless Halls...[/b][/h1][/center][/color] [center][sub][url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6R8GCX_wSs]Soundtrack[/url][/sub][/center] [hr] [center][img]http://i.imgur.com/Z912bgbl.jpg[/img][/center] [color=dimgray]Where once dark, now a pale streak of light cascades into the room. Far below this cave you can here the melodic reverberations of what may be a machine or a slumbering giant. You step lightly into the chamber, crunching soft moss beneath your feet. The cave is damp and mired in shadows, but a warmth radiates from all around. You feel safe and as you gain your bearings you notice others entering the subterranean glen in flashes of ethereal light. You have purpose here-that much is clear. Where you have come from is not immediately apparent, your mind clouded with uncertainty. But you feel a sense of reassurance that your path will manifest itself, if only by taking that first step. Tread lightly.[/color] [hr] [center][color=ivory][h1][b]Table of Contents[/b][/h1][/color][/center] [hr] [center] I. Introduction II. Characters III. Artifacts IV. The World V. Character/Artifact Sheets [/center] [hr] [center][color=ivory][h1][b]Introduction[/b][/h1][/color][/center] [hr] [center][img]http://i.imgur.com/fFvBac0.jpg[/img][/center] [hr] [center][sub][b][color=red]I'm giving this RP the 18+ treatment for mature themes, tone and language.[/color][/b][/sub][/center] [center][sub]This Roleplay is a modified version of my original NRP, [url=http://www.roleplayerguild.com/topics/125127-closed/ooc][b]HexHalls of the Endless Sphere[/b][/url] that never made it past the planning stage.[/sub][/center] [h3]Welcome...[/h3]...this is a freeform RP where you can develop a character set in a dark fantasy world, shape the world around you and create artifacts and lore. Players of all writing skill levels are welcome. [list] [*]This is a fantasy roleplay set in a dark subterranean world called the [b]Endless Halls[/b], so no modern/fandom or anime characters please. Some minor machinery might exist (think Dwarven or gnomish tech) but when in doubt just ask in the OOC. [*]All new characters begin in the Main Chamber-an enormous cavern with thousands of doors, passages, halls, portals and stairs leading to and from it. It is not immediately apparent how your character came to be in the cavern. [*]Your purpose in the Endless Halls is to discover who your character is and develop a personality while building a world with the other players. Think of it like a chance to flex your writing muscles and hone your craft. Interact with other characters and go on a journey or simply reflect on your characters thoughts and former actions. [*]The surface world exists-however the roleplay takes place in the Endless Halls and that is where the action occurs. [*]The Endless Halls are infinite. [u]Feel free to invent chambers and caverns to explore.[/u] Entire cities might exist beneath the earth-whatever you can imagine. [*]Feel free to invent quests/goals or story arcs. You can invite other characters/players to join you or tell your own characters story. I will introduce characters as I see fit to give some semblance of a plot. [*]It is highly recommended that you use the soundtrack. Please add any music you see fit to the Rp. [*]The tone is not exceptionally dark. There are lighter places in the Void, but also enemies to defeat and traps to be avoided. [*]As GM, I will update the world information, accept/deny characters and try and keep some order in the narrative. I will also be running any NPCs that exist in the Endless Halls. [*][color=red]This list updated at my discretion and this thread is a continuous WIP. [/color] [/list] [hr] [center][color=ivory][h1][b]Characters[/b][/h1][/color][/center] [hr] [h3][color=ivory]Rules for Character Creation:[/color][/h3][hr] 1. You may create as many characters as you wish but all have to be accepted by me by posting them in the OOC first. 2. You may only have one [b]Active[/b] character at a time. 3. I will not tolerate auto-hitting. When in doubt, ask your fellow roleplayers in the OOC if something is cool. This includes special powers and magic. 4. Use the character sheet provided. 5. You may use any fantasy race as long as it is not cookie-cut from an existing universe. I.e. no Elronds or Drizzts please. These archetypes are cool, but try and give them some originality-speaking of which, I prefer homebrewed races. Mushroom people anyone? [h3][color=ivory]How to Submit Characters:[/color][/h3][hr] To start roleplaying, submit a character sheet in the OOC thread. [u]Once you receive a like[/u] from me you may post in the [b]Character Tab[/b] and start rping in the IC section. Also, if you plan on using an image for your character appearance, be sure to write that appearance as well-this is an RP to develop and hone your writing skills after all. I also prefer non-anime images-not a requirement, just a preference. Other than that feel free to develop your character as much or little as you wish before you start roleplaying. Be sure to update your character sheet as necessary so were all on the same track. Have fun! [h3][color=ivory]Pick and Play Characters:[/color][/h3][hr] [i]A list of archetype characters to grab and start roleplaying. Will attempt to update frequently. Ask permission in the OOC before you start RPing the provided characters.[/i] [hr] [center][color=ivory][h1][b]Artifacts[/b][/h1][/color][/center] [hr] [i][color=red]This section especially is a WIP[/color][/i] You can create and use magical artifacts and items of power. But there are a few guidelines for doing so: [list] [*]Any given character may have in his/her possession one artifact or item at a time. [*]Artifacts have two properties, no more or less. The first property is called the [b]Dominant Power[/b] and is defined by the player who created the object. The second property is called the [b]Latent Power[/b] and [u]must be created by another player within a certain period of time of initial creation.[/u] If a Latent power is not invented/discovered by another player/character, the artifact disappears from the [b]Halls[/b]. [*]You must submit an Artifact Sheet for approval in the OOC before introducing it in-game. [/list] [hr] [center][color=ivory][h1][b]Roleplaying[/b][/h1][/color][/center] [hr] [hr] [center][color=ivory][h1][b]The World[/b][/h1][/color][/center] [hr] Maps. Lore. Legends. Gods. Etc. WIP [hider=Character Sheet] [i]You may write as little or much as you wish. Add any sections to your CS you feel necessary and remember to keep them dynamic by adding to your sheet as the roleplay progresses.[/i] Name: Race: Appearance: Include clothing, apparent age, disposition etc. Inventory: Special Abilities: ex. [i]Darkvision[/i] John Doe is capable of seeing in the dark as if it were full day. [i]Lockpicking[/i] Given enough time, Jane Doe can pick a lock unless it has a magical ward upon it. Personality: May develop over the course of the RP, but have a clear sense of where your character is heading. History: Other: [/hider] [hider=Artifact Sheet] Name: Appearance: Alignment: Is your artifact inherently evil? Or good? Neutral? History: Dominant Power: Latent Power: [i]To be created by another player.[/i] [/hider] [hider=Example Artifact] [b]Name: [/b]The Sword of Dis [b]Appearance:[/b] This longsword bears the ancient runic symbols of Discord, Chaos and Disunity. It is a savage looking weapon, with dark stains that could only be centuries of blood. The pommel and crossguard are marred from use and the blade itself appears to have marks in it, as if it was struck by blunt objects. [b]History:[/b] The Sword of Dis is a much hated and reviled weapon. Dozens of assassinations, plots, rebellions and insurrections have been started with this very weapon. It is a tool of chaos and many have tried to destroy it only to fail. [b]Dominant Power:[/b] The wielder of the Sword of Dis feels immediately stronger and skillful the moment the hold it in two hands-this is no false sense of empowerment. The wielder can fight longer and harder than before, but there is a price. The longer the sword is used, the more discontent the wielder will feel; with the powers that be, themselves or anything. The target of this aggression is random and unique to each new victim. [b]Latent Power: [/b][i]To be created by another player.[/i] [/hider]