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[code]Looking for active players.[/code]

[right][h2][color=gray]S[/color][color=silver]oldiers of[/color] [color=gray]F[/color][color=silver]ortune[/color][/h2][/right]
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[right][sub]”Like city lights, receding”[/sub][/right]

[color=silver]A role-play based in a post-industrial dystopian version of Earth, “Terra”, relying heavily on cyberpunk elements particularly around social order with hints of cybernetics, robotics, cyber organisms. The role-play looks to avoid the typical online setting of the genre focusing more on the human aspect of it who live in a high tech-low life world of computers, technology and corruption. Mega-corporations have become governments and control almost all aspects of life holding political, social, military and economic power. Our characters will take on the roles of mercenaries, from cold, calculated hit-men for hire to lawful bounty hunters and everything in between. Hired by, private or progressing their own agenda, ranked by a notoriety system also effectively working as a karma system.[/color]


[hider=Notoriety System][b][color=gray]N[/color][color=silver]otoriety system[/color][/b]
[Center][code]\[i][b]-10-[/b]9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 [b]10[/b][/i]/[/code][/center]
[color=silver]*The notoriety system works like karma systems seen implemented into games. It’ll heavily influence how you are perceived by both other players and NPCs, as well as the consequences of your actions.
-10 = Chaotic
-5 = Neutral-Chaotic
0 = Neutral
+5 = Lawful-Neutral
+10 = Lawful

-10 to +10 Hitman/Bounty Hunter

The more contracts/bounties the higher ranking, notoriety measured by means of kill/capture. Example. Killing a Top 5 politician or apprehending a high-ranking criminal will earn you a lot more notoriety than a target of lesser note or stature.[/color]
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[hider=Rules][center][b][color=gray]R[/color][color=silver]ules[/color][/b]

[color=gray]1-[/color] [color=silver]All Guild rules apply.[/color]
[color=gray]2-[/color] [color=silver]GM or co-GM's word is final.[/color]
[color=gray]3-[/color] [color=silver]No flaming in the OOC, if you're having a disagreement keep it to PM and if you can't do that, get out.[/color]
[color=gray]4-[/color] [color=silver]Don't God-Mod or otherwise be a dick. It's kind to be kind.[/color]
[color=gray]5-[/color] [color=silver]If you're not going to be able to keep up to the posting standard (2-4 paragraphs every 3 days), let us know why. Real life happens, we get it.[/color]
[color=gray]6-[/color] [color=silver]In relation to number 5 please tell us if you're leaving/dropping the RP and don't just up and vanish without a reason. Thanks.[/color]
[color=gray]7-[/color] [color=silver]Have Fun![/color][/center]
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[right][sub]”Big Brother is watching you.”[/sub][/right]

[color=silver]2302. Terra (Formerly known as Earth). Population – 11 Billion. Society has moved on from production of goods and onto the production of services, ending the era of industrialization. More so than ever before in human history knowledge is power in a world ran by ideas. Cybernetics while still in an early stage are beginning to be implemented more and more but have not yet made themselves commonplace most often related to military personnel or gang members who have gotten hold of the technology over the black market. Vast mega-cities reign over the majority of the Earth leaving little natural space on land mass other than a few pockets and artificial habitats, most commonly parks in districts and those with a more scientific or practical function like timber farms (Trees grown en masse for the purpose of producing timber). Mega-corporations control society much like a government an example of one of the more prominent being Eurocorp. Other notable mentions include JPN-22 and Nova INC among many more. Surprisingly mobile phones, and computers have not become a thing of the past although have advanced technologically to becoming an absolute necessary part of life and has revolutionized how consumers act with the digital world. Humans have been divided into two categories by man-made evolution that far overshadows and outweighs simply male and female but not Human and Cyborg. The latter being those who make use of permanent augmented cybernetics such as artificial body parts often designed to carry out specific functions. Cyborg is a broad generalization as there are varying degrees from minor augmentation to those who are arguably more machine than human. The societal shift has lead to a difference in views on cybernetics many seeing as unnatural who stand opposed on differing scales of radicalism while the same scale also applies to the other side. Most mercenaries are hired by private corporations for espionage and assassination as well as security detail work among other career opportunities. Outside of this there are a number of mercenaries who work privately with hit-men and bounty hunters having become well paid jobs where the work was constant and the rewards easy to reap. It has also been known for mercenaries to join social activists as well as movements both social or political using their talents to further said ideology or mission.[/color]


[hider=setting][b][color=gray]S[/color][color=silver]etting[/color][/b]

[color=silver]With the handover of power from the traditional political governments to Mega-corporations, countries ceased to exist. A process that took a century to complete transformed previously defined borders. Continents became countries headed by that regions specific corporation, mainland Europa (where our story is based) governed by Eurocorp, North America and South America split into Nova and Solace, Asia splintered and divided into a number of smaller corporations working as a conglomerate with notable mentions; Indocorp, JPN-22, Korparat18 (KORPO) to name a few.[/color][/hider]

[hider=Districts][b][color=gray]D[/color][color=silver]istricts[/color][/b]

[color=silver]The old countries of Europe morphed and shifted to become Districts with vast mega-cities interconnected spanning the continent. Infrastructure and improvements in public transport networks and mechanics has made getting anywhere in the entire sovereignty of Eurocorp reachable with relative ease and efficiency. Many districts are heavily bordered  by law enforcement who are ever present at crossing zones, checking relevant documents and searching for contraband.

The most heavily bordered zones are those separating West and East Europe, influence from Korporat 18 in many previously Eastern European countries  had affected numerous aspects of living. Differing laws on cybernetics, firearms, and in some districts racial profiling warrant the wall that runs across the continent relatively similar to old borders, not only law enforcement but military presence is often seen here in the interests of Eurocorp.

Europa is split into 38 districts of differing status and accessibility.[/color]

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[hider=Races][b][color=gray]R[/color][color=silver]aces[/color][/b]

[right][sub]They cyborg would not recognize the Garden of Eden; it is not made of mud and cannot dream of returning to dust.[/sub][/right]

[color=gray]H[/color][color=silver]uman[/color]
[i][color=silver]Unmodified, Jack-of-all-trades, regular everyday humans. The way nature intended is what a minority of this social group will tell you. Someone who has not undergone cybernetic modification or augmentation of any kind. It is debatable whether or not those who have needed cybernetics for severe, life-saving medical cases are Human or Cyborg which links deeply with the social construct of identity.[/color][/i]

[color=gray]C[/color][color=silver]yborg[/color]
[i][color=silver]Nothing is certain and everything can be altered, even the human body. Flesh and bone have become just as malleable as data.The more advanced individual components of the body can be replaced or upgraded by surgical procedure, just like the components of any other machine. Some splinter groups within this wider group despise the human body’s physical constraints and discover freedom in its abandonment. The human body has become seen as a shell independent and detachable from personality and mind. While roughly 60% of the world’s population are Cyborg by definition the broad category covers those with minimal augmentation and only about 30% of the world’s population being considered ‘heavily modified.’[/color][/i]

[i][color=gray]E[/color][color=silver]thereal[/color][/i][sub][non-playable][/sub]
[color=silver]An exclusive caste in society forming a ruling elite. Urban myth and legend has developed this class group into something God-like, more legend than human leading to the name Ethereal. They are a private group who keep out of public light and sit higher than the heads of the Mega-corporations. A sort of ‘silent investor’ in this world.[/color]

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[hider=Factions][b][color=gray]F[/color][color=silver]actions[/color][/b]

[sub]This section will be added to as the role-play progresses.[/sub]

[hider= Eurocorp][b][color=gray]Euro[/color][color=silver]corp -[/color][/b][color=silver]Europa's governing body, mega-corporation, conglomerate responsible for political, social, military and economic power. Agent's of Eurocorp act as eyes and ears in a grimey side of business. Eurocorp is responsible for a large portion of the world's cybernetics research and development. Governs the EPA and EDF, there is nothing higher in Europa than the mysterious Eurocorp.[/color]
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[hider = Unit BLCK][b][color=gray]U[/color][color=silver]nit[/color] [color=black]BLCK[/color][color=silver]-[/color][/b] [color=silver]The EPA's (Europa Policing Authority) elite, heavily armoured and heavily armed task-forces who are trained to act efficiently as stand-alone operatives made only even more deadly in a team Unit BLCK, BLCK or B-Unit deal with any and all major crimes that involved the unlawful use, theft or crimes committed with the aid of cybernetics. B-Unit operatives utilize a multitude of latest weaponry and body armour technology. Their exoskeleton suits black a namesake of the task-force.[/color]
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[hider= EDF][b][color=gray]E[/color][color=silver]DF[/color][/b] - [color=silver]Europa Defence Forces, the military branch of Eurocorp responsible for military action, resolution and conflict domestic or foreign. Eastern Europan's are banned from rising past the rank of sergeant in the EDF for fear and security against Korporat18 espionage. Most commonly seen in public in Europa at heavy border points, particularly access points linking west and east Europa. EDF covers, armed forces, naval and air forces.[/color]
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[hider= 17DEM] [b][color=gray]17[/color][color=silver]DEM (17 District Equality Movement)[/color][/b] [color=silver]is a politically charged social activist group known for their violence as much as the political prowess of it's silent leaders. Labelled as 'terrorists' by Eurocorp in recent years, 17DEM has taken to a more reserved guerrilla stance on engaging the enemy. Groups are constantly warring against both EPA and EDF in the streets of districts all over Europa on a regular occurrence. The group demand that the borders that separate not only east and west Europa should be removed but that the walls and 'hard borders' should be immediately removed as well allowing free travel of all Europa citizens under general human rights. A term that 17DEM members would argue has lost all meaning in this new day and age.[/color]
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[hider=Weapons][b][color=gray]W[/color][color=silver]eapons[/color][/b]

[color=silver]Weapons of 2302 come in various forms, shapes and with firearms are primarily either conventional shell weaponry or energy based weapons. Weapon mods have become almost a necessity to those who can afford the credits. Sights, Consoles, various under slung equipment and other performance enhancing modifications have have become commonplace especially in this line of work.

•	Shell weaponry- Conventional. While firing mechanisms differ around shell firearms, gunpowder ignites with the explosion propelling the ammunition out of the barrel. The used casing is ejected so the next can be primed.

•	Energy- Classifies laser
Laser generally speaking shoots a beam of destructive energy or light to hit reflective targets. Powered by batteries this takes away the need to reload as often. However, due to the intense energy drain of powering this weapon, a battery needs to be replaced every 30-80 shots depending on the weapon type. Considerably more than conventional small arms. Laser technology has it’s own problems and while manufacturer’s claim the battery packs are completely waterproof this is not always the case. Cheaper models have been known not to fire on occasion or even occasionally backfire, severely burning unprotected skin.

•	Energy – Classifies Electrothermal.
Electrothermal weaponry is rare and expensive, namely because of how dangerous it can be in the wrong hands. It primarily serves two functions to either seriously burn and potentially kill living organisms, this is also known as plasma and the secondary more secretive function with the use of ionized projectiles with sufficient velocity to cause impact damage and also fry mechanical targets, like cybernetics. Major downfalls of the weaponry are it’s extremely limited usage before overheating and requiring cool down. Also prone to needing repairs and damage to the model can end up catastrophic results for the user.

Weapons can be broken down into several categories;
•	Pistols, any single shot, semiautomatic or fully automatic firearm that can be easily fired with relative accuracy (depending on mods), using one hand.
•	Shotguns, commonly stripped back to slide/pump action and semi-automatic, primarily fires buckshot and breaching rounds. Brutal in close quarters.
•	Rifles, include assault, carbine, and marksman rifles most effective at a medium range.
•	SMG, or sub-machine gun, fires either semi or fully automatically at rapid speeds generally use pistol ammo/cartridges/batteries.
•	Long-Range, Sniper rifles, a specialized weapon that is impractical for everyday use or CQB but brutally efficient at killing from a distance. Often used for a more stealthy approach.
•	Heavy, is a broad category including special weapons not for everyday use, missiles, grenades, electrothermal cannons, etc.
•	Melee, sword, daggers, knives, all that good stuff, anything used for fighting melee or hand-to-hand.

Weapon modifications or MODs categorize everything from custom grips and folding stocks to sights to grenade launchers and electrothermal under slung components. While there is a huge number of modifications they are largely reserved for Corporation Agents, Military, and Law-Enforcement in an effort to keep ahead of criminals and other movements within society that get their hands on illegal firearms. However, the lack of MODs available to those willing to look leaves an open business endeavor for the black market which through it’s networks can get you a wide variety of goodies for your toys, prepare to part with your credits.[/color]

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[h3][color=gray]C[/color][color=silver]haracters[/color][/h3]
[sub]Please post characters here pre=approval. Character tab is for APPROVED CHARACTERS only.[/sub]

[b][color=gray]J[/color][color=silver]obs[/color][/b]
[color=silver]For the majority you’re free to make your own jobs as you go along. Occasionally a job will appear that is designed to get anywhere from a couple players to everyone in on trying to nab the reward. These will appear on the Jobs board section of the IC.[/color]

[b][color=gray]L[/color][color=silver]oadouts[/color][/b]
[color=silver]Be reasonable with the gear, weapons and cybernetics you kit your character out with. Remember this is a story-based RP that will develop over time. It’s not a race to get the biggest boom-stick or niftiest MOD or prototype cybernetics. Patience.[/color]

[b][color=gray]N[/color][color=silver]ationality[/color][/b]
[color=silver]There’s no real tie to any old world patriotism other than in small groups of radicals. If you’re going to give your character a reason to identify as something other than from Europa then please make it a good or interesting reason.[/color] 

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[color=silver][insert image here][/color]
[b][color=gray]Name:[/color][/b]
[b] [color=gray]Age: [/color]  [/b]
[b] [color=gray]Sex: [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i]Are you a boy or a girl?[/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Gender: [/color] [/b] [color=silver]  [i]If different from sex.[/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Notoriety [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i] -3 to +3 [/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Appearance: [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i]Short written description[/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Personality: [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i]Personalities are complex but let’s scratch a little off the surface[/i] [/color]
[center][i]Good Trait – Bad Trait – Good Trait – Bad Trait[/i][/center]
[b] [color=gray]Bio: [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i]What’s your story then?[/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]District: [/color] [/b] [color=silver]  [i]eg.DST-32-EAST. Districts are labeled 1 through 38 and are defined by EAST or WEST[/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Weapon(s): [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i]Let’s keep it relatively low-key for the beginning at least, you’ll be told if you’ve gone too far.[/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Armour:[/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i]A picture and/or written description of your characters armour, gear or clothing.[/i][/color]
[b] [color=gray]Cybernetics: [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i]See above.[/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Account Balance: [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i]2500creds[/i] [/color] 
[b][color=gray]Other:[/color][/b] [color=silver]  [i]Anything you’d like to add?[/i] [/color][/hider]

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[b][color=gray]Name:[/color][/b] [color=silver] [i][/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Age: [/color]  [/b] [color=silver] [i][/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Sex: [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i][/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Gender: [/color] [/b] [color=silver]  [i][/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Notoriety [/color] [/b] [color=ailver] [i][/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Appearance: [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i] [/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Personality: [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i] [/i] [/color]
[center][i]Good Trait – Bad Trait – Good Trait – Bad Trait[/i][/center]
[b] [color=gray]Bio: [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i][/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]District: [/color] [/b] [color=silver]  [i [/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Weapon(s): [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i] [/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Armour: [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i] [/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Cybernetics: [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i] [/i] [/color]
[b] [color=gray]Account Balance: [/color] [/b] [color=silver] [i]2500creds[/i] [/color] 
[b][color=gray]Other:[/color] [color=silver]  [i][/i] [/color][/code]
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