[OOC] Rask's Broken Horn Band

[gowia]

Rask's Broken Horn Band



An Introduction
Welcome, to Trameria. A land filled with mystery, adventure and of course, treasure. In the past Trameria has seen both heroes and villains rise and fall, all of them forming large stashes of gold and even some magical items. However years of passing down stories has led to large vaults of treasure being lost in the sands of time. Now many of the current leaders are former adventurers who made their fortune and power from looting the stashes of heroes gone by. Rask is the leader of one of the newest Adventuring Companies, and you, are his first recruits. You come from all across Trameria, however for one reason or another you have ended up in the East of the Empire of Civitas.

The World

The Empire of Civitas

The Empire of Civitas stretches over most of the western quarter the Trameria. Civitas is an empire that is on it's way out. Years of expansion and conquest led to a great many riches, however the other nations bound together to halt its advance. As such the Empire has fairly frosty relations with most other nations, especially the Gothi Federation which suffered at the hand of a number of massacres. The Empire is rife with corruption, and whilst on the surface it appears incredibly Holy, however this is not the case in truth. The empire is similar in style to that of the Roman Empire, in regards to naming and structure. Gothic-Maxima is found on the small border that the Empire shares with the Gothi Federation.

The Gothi Federation

The Gothi Federation is the union of multiple Gothi tribes. Famed for their barbaric ferocity the Gothi are not trusting of many people. However those they do rust boon from access to some of the finest pelts and timber that the north produces. The Federation is made up of a government of representatives from each tribe who then elect a High King who takes control during times of war.

Midcy'ru

Midcy'ru is the cultural home of the elves. These elegant people live in beautiful and illustrious home. However they are a small group in truth, barely a quarter of the population of Civitas despite a similar size in land. The elves have long been the most adept at using magic and Midcy'ru is home to a number of enchanted ruins and caves. The elves are led by a Great Mother who rules from her forest fortress in the center of the nation. For elves family is very important and so clan history is a must know.

The Trattican Empire

The Tratticans are an old family that hails from Civitas.However around 170 years ago there was an internal power struggle and the family left with around half of the Imperial army and created this new nation. At first they tried to take lands from the elves, but after a number of smaller skirmishes they were forced further east and instead annexed some of the freeholds in the east. Since then, with the help of the elves, they expanded north and invaded large swathes of the dwarven lands.

The Plains

The plains are a free ground here. A land not taken by anyone but whose sovereignty is protected by all. This is a haven for criminals and big business alike. It is controlled by a number of small lords and barons, all of whom govern and police their little patch of land.

Pinnor

Pinnor is the last remaining mountain home of the dwarves. After years of retreat the dwarves have finally created a strong line of defence against the humans in the Trattican. These dwarves are very proud people and pride themselves on the riches that flow from their mountains. They truly are the masters of craft and mining. THey also have a small fighting force of elite soldiers, however not nearly the number the humans do. Most believe it is only a matter of time until these dwarves are killed off.

In regards to magic it is a rarity, however not unheard of and so I am happy for people to use it. But don't everyone have a mage, and don't expect to be throwing meteors around as you will.

Your Story
From here it is now up to you to make a character to live in this world. You are free to do this as you please however there are a few things to adhere to when creating so that your characters are realistic for the world. ALso, please, make them three dimensional. I don't want any perfect heroes who have a history of saving the world and getting the girl with nothing lost. Your characters are not the best, hell they are signing up with an unknown in a fairly shady neighbourhood. They may once have been big shots, but not anymore. I also require that you be willing to vaguely create and play as NPCs and side characters for the purpose of story. Finally, I am not going to run this like a D and D. Yes i have plots and stories etc. however if you think we could use a twist, throw one in. I am more than welcome of it. So now that is all done, there is a character sheet below. Please post a finished copy in the OOC and if all is well I will give you the all clear to post it in the character tab. If you want some diversity in the group let me tell you now, Rask is an accomplished swordsman and has very minor magic use.

Character Sheet
Name: (Should be self explanatory)
Age: (Should be self explanatory)
Gender: (Should be self explanatory)
Species: (Current species are Human, dwarf, elf and troll (troll is one of my own creation, appearance-wise they appear to look like humans who have abused steroids mixed with a neanderthals over extended forehead.))
Appearance: (Please use a description or an image here, but no manga or anime)
Bio: (I'm not expecting a book here unless you want too, I am happy for specifics to appear IC)
Equipment: (Just the items you have, a weapon and what not, don't be over the top. Remember you are looking for work)
Abilities: (How do they fight? And what skills have they acquired over the years)
Reason for Joining the Broken Horns: (Pretty self-explanatory)

@Ammokkx
@Perfidious Mars
@Lone Wanderer
@Kangaroo
Your RP is up.

[Ammokkx]

• Name: Thena. She never gave a last name.
• Age: 34
• Gender: Female
• Species: Elf
• Appearance: Thena is quite tall, standing at 1m93 with an above-average build. Long brown hair reaches down to about halfway down her back with the pointy ears standard of all elves poking out between the strands. The elf's hazel eyes barely avoid being covered by her hair, with her nose being positioned rather unnaturally low on her face, a centimer and a half above her rather average lips. Thena's muscles and broad shoulders show pretty easily through her red-and-black, sleeveless leather jacket that cuts off halfway towards the waist. It does a good job of pushing back her average chest as it almost seems as if it isn't there while she's wearing it. Across her arm are two long sleeves sticking to the muscle ending in a glove each, embedded with spikes. Much like her top the pants consist of leather dyed red and black. Her pants are tucked into two brown boots secured with miniature belts so that they're tightly secured.
• Bio: Thena comes from a lower-class society in the plains, born in bad shape. Her parents tried their best to bring food on the table, although this usually didn't really happen. From her particular region it's hard to find work and even harder to find edible things. So they had to steal. And so did Thena, when she came to an age where she could feasibly sneak in somewhere and make off with the food. Although that's just her childhood, and more than that the elf doesn't really disclose. Form that point on she grew up to be a street brawler, and eventually a travelling hired hand. Whatever someone needed her fighting skills for, she'd do it without questions asked. It got food on the table and she couldn't complain, even when doing some... Immoral things. Eventually she made her way to Midcy'ru through the Traticcan empire. The difference between Thena and most of the elves there was astounding, The plain born elf being much less refined and ruder compared to most of them. When her business there was done Thena entered Civitas in hope of finding work.
• Equipment: Thena's regular outfit, made to absorb force of impact but easely able to be cut through and a pair of leather gloves outfitted with spikes on top.
• Abilities: The elf fights with her fists, preferring to get up close and personal with someone so she can read their moves and counter-attack with her own. It's clear she learned her techniques from the street, with a very aggressive style that emphasizes on power rather than skill. Still, it's not unrefined as it leaves little opening for counterattack in a one on one brawl and it's speed being superior to something you can achieve with a blade or axe. Still, it comes with a range disadvantage as Thena still needs to get in the opponent's face to actually hit them, giving a major disadvantage to long ranged weapon users... Or magic.
• Reason for Joining the Broken Horns: Adventuring seemed like an interesting offer, plus she was already travelling as is. Thena could always ditch Rask whenever she wanted and continue on with her usual life.

[gowia]

@Ammokkx - A very good point raised about place in the CS to put down your characters abilities, I will add that so you can edit that in. Secondly Dreamselfy is okay however it is still quite anime-ish. If you could find either an artwork or something to go with that. I understand you may like the outfit etc. so I am happy for that link to be there as a reference but I would prefer a description or artwork there that is less cartoony, currently I am led to believe your character has no nose and her eyes take up a quarter of the front of her head.

[Ammokkx]

@Ammokkx - A very good point raised about place in the CS to put down your characters abilities, I will add that so you can edit that in. Secondly Dreamselfy is okay however it is still quite anime-ish. If you could find either an artwork or something to go with that. I understand you may like the outfit etc. so I am happy for that link to be there as a reference but I would prefer a description or artwork there that is less cartoony, currently I am led to believe your character has no nose and her eyes take up a quarter of the front of her head.

@gowia

Yeah, figured. I just like using it because I can't really draw myself, dislike using a pre-made appearance (Although there's an argument to make DS is exactly that, always) and describing is... Hard. I'll edit in a description.

@gowia Edited

[gowia]

@Ammokkx That all looks fine to me now, post that exactly in the character tab and you are good to go :)

[Blubaron45]

Still looking for more applicants?

[gowia]

As of right now...go for it @Blubaron45. Remember post here first for me to look over.

[Blackwidow]

Hello all!

Here is my character sheet for your review. Let me know if there is anything that needs fixing, thanks. ^^

My character

• Name: Wretha Thorne (Emerson)
• Age: 26
• Gender: Female
• Species: Human
• Appearance: Wretha is poised, mysterious, and utterly composed, she is a seductive and formidable beauty full of secrets and danger. She primarily appears dressed in a stately, polished manner and maintains an air of refinement and inscrutability when times permits. Ms. Thorne stands at a modest 5'7 and and is of average weight, leaning more on the slim side. Raven black hair that rolls down the full length of her back is usually kept pinned up, dark sockets surround piercing green eyes and serve as clear contrast to her overly pale complexion. Despite her outward appearance, Wretha is no stranger to kindness and compassion and is far from incapable of friendship and courtesy.
• Bio: Wretha Thorne, a name that hardly anyone has ever heard before and rightly so. It wasn't until a couple years back - eight to be exact - until she made her first appearance at the border of the Trattican Empire and Midcy'ru traveling with a caravan. With nothing more than the clothes on her back the then young girl spent several years moving from place to place through the elven lands and picking odd jobs here and there, but she never stayed in one place for too long and has always kept her head down. She learned a great deal during her travels about all the different kinds of plants and their direct affect with the human body. Her magical talents have also served her well keeping Wretha out of trouble many a times and having to resort to a more direct approach when the situation hasn't been avoidable. She is more than capable of taking care of herself.
• Equipment: Wretha owns very little in the way of weaponry, only carrying a small curved dagger used mostly in self-defense. She is usually seen covered in her trademark black and dark green cloak, made of expensive and sturdy - but light- material. In addition, she also possesses a small black book which she carries on her person at all times.
• Abilities: Ms. Thorne's fighting prowess is damn near non-existence. She lacks any semblance of proper training in the use of a sword or bow or even hand to hand combat, but what she lacks in physical skills, she more than makes up in other talents. Perhaps her strongest suit being an adept psychic, not in the mind-reading sense, but an ability that serves as an extension to her own innate intuition and clairvoyance. Wretha is also skilled in incantations and an accomplished Herbalist (non-magical).
• Reason for Joining the Broken Horns: The allure of constant travel is what has piqued Wretha curiosity, being one that never likes to stay in one location for too long, this works perfectly.

[gowia]

@Blackwidow Looks fine to me, feel free to add to the Character tab :)

[Ammokkx]

Two more, right?

[gowia]

2 maybe 3. Except if they dont post in next 24 hrs I am gunna have to go on with 3.

[Blubaron45]

Here's mine. Sorry it took a while, school and stuff.

Edit: Made changes after I got home from class.

Howland Morrys

Name: Howland Morrys
Age: 19
Gender: Male
Species: Human
Appearance: Howland is a tall, thin, pale figure who usually stands a half-head taller than most men with high check bones and is nestled with thick brown hair that is often brushed to the side. He also comprised of sharp facial features and cold, blue eyes with thin eyebrows to top them. Howland is also noted for being handsome, but never smiles.

Picture

Personality Traits: Sharp-tongued, quiet, and merciful yet bitter, mainly due to his young arrogance/cockiness.
Bio: Howland was the third-born son of a large, commoner family and was taught the art of wielding a sword by his older brother, a veteran of war and combat. Howland's father was killed during war and most of his education his self-taught and soon learned to be literate with the help of his older siblings in his peaceful farm somewhere in The Plains. In a few short years that Howland would read any book he would find as little as they appeared although most of which were Adventure books or great epics of Dragon-slaying heroes and ambitious warlords. It was in that moment that he dreamed of being an adventurer and explore the world, but to little avail, he was a commoner farmer who would not likely hold any land of his own or see much of an adventure. However, his peaceful life would not be for long as war would soon rage in the kingdom, calling upon everyone including commoners to be drafted into the war.

While his 3 older brothers fought during the war, Howland (who was 13 at the time) was left as "Head of the Household" under it's lord since he was the only suitable male at the time. It was in that moment that Howland learned the responsibilities of "being a man" as his mother told him, he was left in charge to protect the farm from anyone who dared to threaten them. Although guards came to visit from the village near the farm, they were never truly the protection they needed and since the household was left to one boy, bandits soon took this opportunity to raid the farm to seize it's food or resources for themselves. Howland, at the age of 15, his mother, and other relatives (who were mainly either women or underage men) were soon tested as bandits attempted to raid the farm. It was during that raid when he killed his two men in single combat, applying the skills of the art of sword yielding in which his brothers taught him, the third managed to get away with his life but was later found dead from his infections. Sadly however, Howland's mother was fatally injured when being stabbed by a spear during the ensuing violence, it was a year later in which his brothers would return home from war, learning of the terrible news that their mother had died.

With the death of his mother and the return of his older brothers, Howland would soon leave his life as a farmer and take his father's sword, running far away into the thick woods. In order that his brothers would not to pursue after him, he left a note to urge them to not follow him. It's been two years already, while Howland spent most of his days travelling the continent, in search for work which later nurtured his skills in sword fighting. There have been successful attempts as well as failures on his end and Howland stills has a lot of learn if he truly wants to be a notable warrior and adventurer like the ones he read so much about in his books. Luckily, he found the Broken Horns, a group of young and ambitious souls with a passion for adventure.

Equipment:

• Armor: Howland wears leather armor which is covered a fine silks and a cape to protect him from the harsh, cold mountains. A thick hide of black boots are placed around his feet which is made of leather and fur. Behind the armor, lies a fine, silk shirt which is mainly made of material which can stop arrows from having the arrowhead digging into the flesh, it is an ancient armor which was passed down from a line of predecessors. Rather than have the arrow itself dig into the flesh, the arrow is dug into the shirt which tears the flesh but doesn't tough the skin itself which prevents the arrowhead from ripping flesh when it's pulled out.
• Jewelry: His mother's gold necklace and a ring of healing which was given to him by a group of white mages.
• Weapons: Yeoman Longbow (along with 30 arrows), Steel Long-sword of his father, a Long Dagger with a decorated, dragon shaped hilt, 3 Knifes which are safely hidden somewhere underneath his armor for protection, and a ring of healing used to help cast healing spells that is tightly wrapped around his right ring finger.
• Survival items: Flint, healing scrolls, strings (for trap-making).

Abilities: Decent swordsman and is competent with a long bow, Howland is mainly self-taught but most of his affinity comes from his older brothers and constant hours of sparing, although he's killed a few man. He also knows a few, minor healing spells he learned from run-ins with mages.
Goals: To forget about his past, to live young and venture far out into the world in search of future wisdom.
Reason for Joining the Broken Horns: As Howland grew older, he realized that he never pursued his life as an adventurer and surly his talents with a sword would earn him a way in achieving his childhood dream after internally excruciating moments of bleak despair of boredom that was his home, apart from the feelings of self-blame to protect his mother. The thought joining the Broken Horns would serve as a chance to give him a chance of adventure and what spoils of treasure came with it, if any at all in order to help him forget what was done in the past.

[gowia]

@Blubaron45

Character looks okay except you describe him as, seemingly, one of the best swordsman in the world. Our characters are not the best, we may become that, however they won't start off as the best. We are washed up/still young/simply not challenged enough to be the best. There are other much better bands in the world.

[Blubaron45]

Sure thing, I'll change that part from "great swordsmen" to "soon-to-be great swordsmen" plus the bio.

[gowia]

Once that is updated add it to the CS pool and then people can put their IC of arriving at the tavern.

[Blubaron45]

Made changes. Better?

[Blubaron45]

Whoops, double-posted. Sorry.

[Meth Quokka]

Woops, I didn't get the notification for this, did you edit them in after posting gowia?

I'll get to working on my sheet now though.

[gowia]

@Blubaron45 Much better, feel free to transfer it over.

@Kangaroo Did you not? No worries, I didn't edit them in after however I may have screwed up somewhere else. Get a sheet up when you can.

I am going to call the IC open but don't flood it with hundreds of posts as I want everyone in the tavern before we talk turkey. Maybe just an intro post each. That should give Kangaroo a chance to get a sheet up without leaving him behind.

[Meth Quokka]

I am going to call the IC open but don't flood it with hundreds of posts as I want everyone in the tavern before we talk turkey. Maybe just an intro post each. That should give Kangaroo a chance to get a sheet up without leaving him behind.

@gowia

Wait, what sort of posting rate are you thinking?