Sunbather

Pokémon: The Alola Chronicles [Always Open!]

@AbysmalDemon Sooooo... Is this gonna get of the ground? I was super hyped for it, but it feels a little... I dunno. Sleepy. I understand with the holidays and all though, so I figured now that we got those behind us, I'd ask.

Opus Cocoona

@Karos That sounds totally fine. I get what you mean by being flexible, and I agree, that sounds good. We can tweak details as we go. :)

Opus Cocoona

@Karos No worries on the lack of Dark Souls knowledge. While it's heavily inspired by it, it draws on many things (such as Loftcraft, by proxy, I suppose) and I would prefer to create our own lore, really. So no worries on that end at all. :)

As for Amon, I very much enjoy how cohesive he feels. I only have two concerns, which I'd like to hear your thoughts on: If he is 200 years old, he would logically know much more than me about the lands, which is perhaps problematic on a purely practical level? Of course, Nehekara could be a far-away land so that he has not lived in Nelhain for too long, but then I'd like for you to have an idea as to why he finds himself in Nelhain these days.

Opus Cocoona

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"Nelhain is an ancient empire, but more importantly, a stronghold for mankind. The world has been coated in a terrible darkness. A darkness older than all life on earth, and deeper than the wild seas. Amidst the outbreaks of godly wrath and legions of corrupted souls, Nelhain somehow preserved for centuries.

Though civilization itself is falling victim to the Blind Curse, and few settlements exist outside shamans’ control anymore, we are still here. But the circle of ungodliness is prophesied to be fulfilled soon, and with that, our demise lurks. Another Deep Age lingers behind the cold suns. Another battle fought by the bravest, and most hopeless champions. Another cycle that will claim our sanity.

So then, shall we call upon the Divine? Such savagery shan’t be praised, but what choice does man have when facing these primordial terrors?"

Nelhain is a land clothed in darkness. Though no soul walking this world can know of other planes, all have heard of the tales of the world next to our own; The realm of the Deep. The Deep Ones slumber there, inside the God Cocoon, so they say. It is no challenge to find those who believe the ancient tales to be myths, as they’ve never laid eyes on these twisted creatures, nor have their fathers, or grandfathers, or great grandfathers. Millennia pass with nothing but human struggle to combat. But the milky shine that reflects of the shards floating in the sky seem inhuman nonetheless. And then, undeniably, there is a wretchedness in this world that consumes the land like a plague. And when the blind masses begin to rise, we fend them off under great cost. It is in these times that the people hope the Divine Savages are truth, and usurp the future molded by the Deep.

And so in these trying times, the Bellfire Covenant attempts to establish order in a ruthless empire. The feeble masses are drawn towards them, while others hide from their outposts, terrified of their champions. But the mantle of duty is to be picked up by any souls called upon, willingly or otherwise.

These lands… A battlefield for the God Cocoon’s prisoners. A graveyard founded by the Blind Curse… It is a harrowing world we live in. Perhaps it would be wise to succumb to the Deep.

So, I've been wanting to do a dark fantasy roleplay for a while now. Whereas I usually world-build extensively before booting up anything, I've decided to take a different approach this time. As you can see, this is very influenced by Dark Souls, which is often murky in its lore itself. In a world with elements of cosmic terror and a plethora of legends about the most shadowy individuals imaginable, we will shape this world. I have outlines of certain events I'd like to present our group with, and I've also established a certain level of lore, and some organizations of sorts, as well as some NPCs. Overall however, I'd like to let us build the empire of Nelhain (and potentially the world beyond it) together. For that reason, I've decided to let you come up with your own backgrounds. Create cities and monsters that have ravaged your native location, fashion ambitions of the most creative of magic, and feel free to ask me if anything isn't possible. I don't like to info-dump, so here's some very basic, stream-lined information to consider.

- Religion: Nelhain is largely free of religion. The belief in the Deep Ones is common, but few worship these beings, as they are a terrible malice to all life. A cult named The Witch's Womb exists, that believes in an old tale of a primordial mother that has once visited the vast land. The religious movement is a fringe group at best in today’s age, but once counted a large number of followers.

- The Deep: The Deep Ones are primordial beings that have ruled the world in intervals for over 2000 years. They disappear and reemerge without clear pattern, but the threat they present to life is massive, and so humanity has adopted to their presence by living in small colonies and cities where they belief protective magic is strong enough to repel the Deep Ones. In the wake of a Deep One’s appearance, the Old Curse spreads. Those affected by the Old Curse are consumed by it, and transform into the beasts known as the Viyore, named after an ancient entity, believed to precede even the Deep Ones). A plague to Nelhain, and humanity at large, the Viyore are the leftovers of the Deep Ones’ primordial origin, even in their absence. The process of turning is known as the Old Curse or the Blind Curse. Those that are transformed take a variety of appearances, but they’re all hideous, and ferocious in nature, and lose their humanity. Even those with weak symptoms are recognizable at first glance, as Vieyore lack eyes. They are covered in a layer of black sludge, however thin, and the substance often pools around their feet.

- The Law & Order: The Bellfire Covenant is the closest resemblance of authority in Nelhain. A large, stateless organization with a strict hierarchy of power. They are very critical of new recruits, and are generally seen as beneficial to life on Nelhain, but antagonistic nonetheless. It’s mission is to reestablish humanity and combat the curse. They are the creators of all Silver-Eyed Dragons that roam Nelhain. The Silver-Eyed Dragons are humans that have been magically engineered to combat the Viyore. They are feared and revered alike, and often lead small groups of Bellfire Soldiers. They, too, are recognizable easily by the liquid silver that whirls in their eyes.

- Important Fauna: The Elder Trees are gargantuan plants, with thick cores similar to beansprouts, and barren branches. As if their sheer size wasn’t enough, they are easily recognizable by the large object that sprouts in between the thicket of branches, closely resembling large eggs. It is said that angels are born from those eggs, if they ever hatch.

Keeping these core facts in mind, you are free to go wild. I'm trying to offer a somewhat blank canvas here for you to paint your character however you desire it, but I'd be happy to tweak and give feedback to any idea you might have and feel unsure is possible.

This is an application roleplay, so please submit your character sheets in here first. Here's the information I would like to have:

Name:
Epiphet: (If applicable. Can be acquired later.)
Age:
Sex:
Height:
Weight:
Race: (Feel free to invent something, you don't have to be human. I strongly suggest giving me a basic pitch of what you have in mind first, so you don't do a lot of work only to have me say "Nah, that doesn't work.)

Basic Description: (You can use a picture for your character (artwork only please), but give us a quick run-down of what you look like here. You may also be detailed here if you don't have a picture you want to use.)
Region of Origin:

Personality: (I want development in the story, so don't feel pressured to supply your entire character's emotional reach. Just give us an idea what they're like.)

Background:

Powers: (Magic is a thing, but what kind of magic is up to you. Well, and me, 'cause I might say no depending on how powerful it is. Try and keep a clear concept, instead of muddling everything together.)

You can make your sheet as basic or as fancy as you want, just keep everything in order and hit me with them amazing characters.

An Oriental Story [Martial Arts Themed RP] - LF Force Master

I'm struggling a bit with pulling off my idea in a way that suits the roleplay and respects the role-restrictions (wouldn't wanna even try and dilute the roles, of course), so I apologize if this is taking long. I'm mainly posting this here so that a.) you are updated and b.) if someone else is interested and has something at the ready, they don't have to even consider it barging inbetween or something. :p

An Oriental Story [Martial Arts Themed RP] - LF Force Master

I'll try and get something good up as quick as I can @Holy Soldier. I know you're quite keen on quality, which I appreciate, but it likely will take me a bit to get everything just right. :)

An Oriental Story [Martial Arts Themed RP] - LF Force Master

I'm very interested in playing either a Lyn or a Gon Force Master, if it is still available. I've never played non-humans before, but it sounds fun. I'll get to work on a sheet as soon as I can.

Edit: I'd generally be more interested in the Blade Master though. I saw discussion about it, but it's not yet crossed off in the OP. I just want to ensure it is taken, before I settle on Force Master instead.

Life Is Strange, Blackwell Academy RP

@ineffable

Wait, do you want to roleplay with us on that sub? Because I actually was one of the very first members to join it upon creation, and I quit for personal reasons eventually, so I wouldn't be joining in that case. I also don't particularly like the reddit layout for roleplaying.

Life Is Strange, Blackwell Academy RP

LIFE IS STRANGE? Aw, yeah!



It depends. Life is Strange is my absolute favorite thing in the world, so I'm very very interested, but it depends on how it's done. I'm not particularly interested in slice of life stuff in general, so if we do have the supernatural part included, then I'd likely be game. If it's just a school roleplay in Arcadia Bay, then I'm not sure.

Pokémon: The Alola Chronicles [Always Open!]

Name:
Soley Gibson

Age:
17

Appearance:
Soley is a lanky girl, with long legs, and a lean build. As a Rogue member, many physically straining activities built wiry muscles. She often carries a sceptical, sometimes even mean expression on her face, which highlight her otherwise soft facial features. She has violet shoulder-length hair, which she often strokes back, as it tends to cover her right eye often. Her day-to-day attire consists of a maroon-colored leather jacket, a plain black tank top, black skinny jeans, and oversized boots, creating her scrappy appearance, which is common in Orre, but especially in Pyritus and the Under.

Personality/Motivation:
Soley is driven by her yearning to find something exciting, as well as her extremely competitive nature. Her adventure's primary goal is to battle in the Pokemon League one day, which was a dream of hers since her friend's father told her the tales of his journey in Johto, and the cause of much dismay, seeing as Orre has no Pokemon League.

She has a rough shell, and carries herself in an independent way. She grew up with many rowdies around, and has adapted to the difficult life in the Orre region, which has given her a sarcastic, sometimes even pessimistic attitude, though she far from unsocial. Instead, she's cautious, and perhaps snarky. She likes to encounter new and exciting things, and has developed a taste for showing off tricks and the like for spectators. She knows plenty of card tricks--some of which are possible only because of Ophelia--as well as skateboard tricks, something the Riders and Street Performers have taught her.

Soley's dream is to become a successful and respected Pokemon trainer one day, and to become a pilot and soar through the sky all by herself, just like that Pidgey back in the Under.

History:
Soley was born in the Orre region, deep down in the Under. Growing up, Soley often felt caged, as the subterranean city, with it's dirty houses and dusty shops, was almost entirely deprived of light and nature. Like most of Orre's citizen, Soley was cautious of Pokemon, due to the abuse of Shadow Pokemon that had shook the region up years before, leaving her feeling lonely a lot of times. To make friends, Soley joined a local group of trainers, encompasing Rogues, Chasers, and Street Performers--Common trainers in the crime-ridden Orre region. Though her parents disapproved, as most individuals with such a trainer class got into trouble with the Pyritus Police quite often, she soon made friends, and learned many helpful tricks from the St. Performers. One of the members of the group was a boy named Cor, whose father was a pilot, and he'd often tell her stories from his younger years. Though Soley loved those tales, they also fueled her yearning for freedom and adventure.

Soley's fear of Pokemon had slowly begun to dwindle, as her fellow Street Performers all had Pokemon Partners. It fully disappeared, as one day, a Pidgey flew through one of the old lift shafts connecting Under and Pyritus. Soley watched the flying-type soar over Under's houses effortlessly, and, in her amazement, forgot her fear of Pokemon completely. Subsequently , she decided that she had to leave the city, and begin her own quest for freedom and fame in the Pokemon League--Just as Cor's father had told her about. A few months after her 16th birthday, she was given a Shuppet by her father, who himself had trained a Banette since his early childhood. Soley named her new partner Ophelia, and soon ventured upwards to Pyritus, and, for the first time in her life, after saying her goodbyes, left the surface city behind her entirely. After traveling through the harsh arid lands of the Orre region, Soley arrived at an airport, where she boarded the cheapest flight, and ended up in Mistralton City.

Much to her delight, she soon found out about Skyla, the local gym leader, who also happened to be a famous pilot. Though Soley could barely wait to meet and challenge her, Ophelia seemed to have other plans, and the ghost-type regularly requested her trainer to follow her. Eventually, she managed to nudge Soley towards the Celestial Tower. The Shuppet seemed quite fond of the burial-ground, while Soley found herself at awe with the strange Pokemon living here. The pair came across a tan woman, with flowers in her head, who introduced herself as Phoebe, and complimented Soley for her choice of partner, as she, too, was a ghost-type trainer. The Elite Four member and Soley soon conversed, and after the girl had explained her ambitions, Phoebe told her off the Alola region, where beginner trainers go through trials of various difficulty. The variety of these trials seemed a perfect fit, and so Phoebe recommended Soley to travel further, and begin her own island challenge. She finished her thoughts with introducing herself as an Elite Four member, something that impressed and excited Soley so much, that she immediately jumped on the idea.

Back in Mistralton City, Soley inquired about opportunities to make money, so that she could afford her trip to Alola. Luckily, the Mistralton Airport had an opening. Though it wasn't exactly piloting a plane, the girl jumped at the chance. After a few months, Soley had not only gotten a taste of the airport life, she also had earned enough money to pay for her travels, as well as a bit of a finanical cushion. As soon as the flight plans allowed it, Soley boarded yet another plane, and eventually stepped foot onto a naval tourist spot, from where she rode a Ride Sharpedo, and finally arrived on Melemele Island--The place where she was supposed to find Alola's famous Professor Kukui.

Current Team:

Ophelia, the Shuppet
Insomnia
- Shadow Sneak
- Will-O-Wisp
- Disable
- Shadow Ball

Ophelia is highly protective of Soley, but also challenging the unexperienced trainer regularly. She is mischievous, but ultimately kind-hearted, and has shown to be very stubborn.