I was wondering if anyone here wanted to discuss an advanced, epic-sized, GoT-esque role play; it would be an original creation, and not something that blatantly copies GoT itself.  I think the 3 biggest things are:
[list][*][b]Multiple Plots[/b] - Approximately 3-5 major plot lines occurring.  We'd start with one plot, and then introduce a second later on, and then a third, etc.  They would be happening simultaneously, but we'd introduce them at specific intervals so as to ease into it a little better.  Each major plot has its own subplots that may have to be accomplished to advance said plot.
[*][b]Warring Kingdoms[/b] - A series of kingdoms which are currently vying for control of the realm.  Each kingdom has its own family members, allies, and armies.  The idea is to [i]politically [/i]interact with one another, but was is always certain.  I'd like to see marriages, assassinations, betrayals, and that sort of thing.
[*][b]Death[/b] - I want death to be pretty evident in the RP.  If you get captured during a battle, your opponent has the ability to kill you, keep you, or let you go.  If two characters are talking, and one randomly grabs a knife and kills you, you're dead - no if, ands, or buts - the killer just needs to be aware of the consequences.  It sounds harsh, I know, but that's the point.[/list]

Now for the major plots.  One major plot will be the warring kingdoms.  The other, I was thinking, concerns a group of loyalists who are protecting the rightful princess: a very young girl who everyone believes is dead; there goal is garner support and perhaps place her on the throne.  What others would you like?

Also, combat points.  Everyone gets maybe 5 points.  You allocate these points into one or more of your characters to show their skill in combat.  This way, if someone is being attacked, the character with a higher rating has the upper hand.  This can go up depending on specific IC-related events (training, experience in combat, etc).