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Deal with the Devil is a [url=http://highschooldxd.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page]Highschool DxD[/url] inspired roleplay. It is set in an alternate universe in which some events may run parallel to those of the series, but the story will not follow the set events of the series’ canon. That being said, players are likely to and (within reason) encouraged to take creative liberties. Use of canonical characters or items may be permitted. However, this will likely be taken on a case by case basis as we utilize what we need to build our own narrative. 

The world as we know it is broken. Blissfully unaware to the truth of the existence of supernatural beings, humanity makes its way through the course of history. Unbeknownst to them, there was a war, long fought between three powers; God and his Heavenly Army, the Fallen Angels, and Devils. It raged for centuries with no end in sight. However, as time passed and each side suffered great losses along with the appearance of unprecedented intrusions on this great war, a treaty of sorts came to pass. 

Humanity would be left to govern itself. No interference would be made by God or his heavenly army, though humanity would be free to choose who to worship and praise as they pleased. The fallen angels would be left to their own devices provided they refrain from any heinous activities. Devil would continue to rule over the underworld, although they would be able to play with the human world, much unlike the heavenly army. 

This treaty, weak though it seemed, would come to uphold piece in the coming years for the three great powers. Still, this would do nothing to stop infighting among the devils. With so many of their royal and pure lineages having been destroyed or otherwise broken down, there was a struggle for power. Above the strife and anguish rose the Five Great Satans; Lucifer, Leviathan, Beelzebub, Asmodeus and Belphegor. Although not the originals, these five took up the positions, bringing order to the world of devils. In order to better manage their land and people, they split the world into five parts among them in which each Satan could assign smaller sections to peerages under their rule. And so order has been maintained, although for how long nobody can be quite sure. 
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Alright! So, moving on!!
This roleplay will primarily take place in the fictional Yatsushiro Town. A small town located in Japan, within driving distance of Tokyo, it is home to one of the Hanadate Academy high school branches. This town is also home to a budding peerage known as the Grimmond Household. The household is a [url=http://highschooldxd.wikia.com/wiki/Devil]devil[/url] clan which has been growing quietly for some time now. 
 
Under the leadership of its young “King,” The Grimmond household will need to grow stronger and rise through the devil ranks. While facing various enemies, they must prove their worth and gain the recognition of the two Lords Belphegor and Asmodeus. However, the young King’s peerage has much to overcome if they are to succeed in their efforts.

While the [i]fictional[/i] Yatsushiro Town will be a primary area of interest throughout this roleplay, it is important to note that if there is a town by this name in real life the two are not the same. All names and places as of this roleplay will be treated as fictitious with no connect to real world people and events (duh). Moving on, it will be the hometown of our characters (for the most part). Generally, they will each live somewhere either within the confines of the city or just outside of it depending on reasoning and all that good stuff. It may be attacked, but our characters will defend it. Still, it is not this story’s key location.
 
The key location of the roleplay will be that of Hanadate Academy. More specifically, its high school branch. This will be the primary battle ground and core area under the protection of the Grimmond household. It is the Grimmond territory, though there may be other beings or supernatural beings around as in the series. It is where meetings will be held and where most business will be conducted. It may also serve as this household’s primary battlefield when participating in [url=http://highschooldxd.wikia.com/wiki/Rating_Game]rating games[/url].
 
The uniforms of this school are as follows:
[center][u][b]Male Uniform[/b][/u]
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[u][b]Female Uniform[/b][/u]
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I know what you’re thinking. Yes, there is more. 

In this roleplay players, myself included, will be taking the roles of the Grimmond Household. As you may have guessed, this peerage is comprised of the King, who has been tasked with gathering various [url=http://highschooldxd.wikia.com/wiki/Evil_Pieces]evil pieces[/url] in order to build some sort of higher social standing. Together the characters must grow closer as well as stronger and traverse their new lives and find balance with their old lives. As such the core members of the family, revived through the evil piece system, take the roles of chess pieces; rook, knight, pawn, etc. Each holds its own purpose and abilities.

The Grimmond house hold in actuality is a lesser branch of the Asmodeus Clan, operating in under the watch of lord Belphegor. As such the King, Tsumiki Grimmond, is considered a candidate to inherit the Asmodeus title and power. He has also inherited an innate talent and proficiency for Lightning and Illusion magic like many others, particularly his Uncle Asmodeus, the current head, in his clan. This makes lightning and illusion magic trademarks of his and of his household by association. Still, they are in no way limited to only these two types of magic as is his preference. 

Additionally, we have our two lords Asmodeus and Belphegor. Although seemingly forgotten by the other current Satans, generally have their own business to attend to. They keep watch over their respective areas and handle things in their own territories. They deal with branches of fallen angels and heavenly forces in their territories, keep infighting amongst devil to a minimum and generally live as they choose. Still they maintain great power as Super Devils, even if they generally keep to themselves and their own interests.
 
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[center][b][u]Rules of the Roleplay[/u][/b][/center]
[indent][list][*]First and foremost, standard RPG rules do indeed apply.
[*]As the GM of this roleplay my word is law. As such, please follow the guidelines set by myself along with any, and all, Co-GMs.
[*]No Mary/Gary Sue, Overpowered, bullshit tier characters please. While it is important to note that not every character will be on the same level, it is also important that nobody is immortal/untouchable.
[*]No power playing, metagaming, whatever. OOC knowledge should not be utilized in the IC, you should not, in any major way, attempt to control, harm, or move another player’s character without permission.
[*]Romance is, of course, allowed. However, please take any sexual content and other acts above the PG-13 mark to PM or fade to black or whatever
[*]It is likely that there may be death, but all matters will be discussed beforehand. Still, there will most certainly be destruction and gore, within reason. So, please be aware of this. 
[*]Have fun and try to be as active as your schedule allows. I know it is tough, but please try to let someone know whether or not you'll need to go if you can.
[*]I honestly don't mind cursing or other variations of coarse language too much. However, please do not go overboard.
[*]Being that this is casual level roleplay I expect a paragraph per post. Understand that this is a MINIMUM requirement, lowballing at that, as I understand it can be difficult to slam out large posts on a regular basis for some.
[*]Finally, as the Gm of this RP I reserve the right to add and/or change any of these rules as I see fit, although I will only do so within reason of course.
[hider]If you read all of these rules then please complete the following sentence somewhere in your Character Sheet: “My favorite DxD character is…”[/hider][/list][/indent]
 
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[center][b][u]Possible Questions[/u][/b]
[i]In this section I’ll answer, or at least attempt to, any questions that you may possibly have. I may also update this over time to add any questions that come up throughout the RP.[/i][/center]
[indent][list][*]C[b]an we start our characters off as simple humans, or other species, who get turned to reincarnated devils later?[/b]
I’m glad you asked! Yes you can do this. However, it is important that the choice makes sense as some humans or creatures would have no business being involved in the events of the roleplay. Thus, it might be more difficult to faze you into the family/plot. 
[*][b]How do we know how many Evil Pieces our characters need?[/b]
To be honest, the higher level pieces should only need one on average. If it comes to pawns, after I look over your character I will tell you myself based on what I feel may be appropriate. 
[*][b]How do we get stronger? Is it simple training? Will there be any payoff?[/b]
We will train, however as seen in the show other means may also be possible; a bad experience, trauma, anger, determination, etc. However, character driven instances such as these should be discussed with me and Co-GMs either in the OOC or through PM before sometimes before occurring. You don’t just magically get stronger, let’s face it. It takes work.
[*][b]Can we use species not mentioned or introduced in the series?[/b]
As long as you make it work I don’t see why this wouldn’t be allowed. Just play within reason. 
[*][b]Can I have this specific sacred gear/ability from the series?[/b]
As much as I would be tempted to myself, let’s try to be original. I’m leaning more towards banning items like the Boosted Gear, and other prime selects from the anime because well… It’d kind of be unfair. Given the right proposal and argument though, I may allow something. Choose wisely.
[*][b]We have seen instances in which characters are reincarnations or descendants of historic beings/figures in mythology. Can we do this? [/b]
Well, if it’s something like this, I will generally be lenient. However, if I feel something is really bad, dangerous, or doesn’t fit with the roleplay, I am likely to call you on it. 
[*][b]Is this gonna be one of those things where your character is stronger than us just because?[/b]
Well, Tsumiki won’t be stronger just because. He might be stronger because of experience and training for some. However, it is possible that any character may possible be able to match or surpass him throughout the roleplay. Still, that’s probably prompt him to just get stronger. I mean, what king would be cool with not being the strongest and setting an example for his/her family? Let’s be honest here. Nine times out of ten, nobody wanted to be obedient towards and listen to a person they can take out by themselves regardless of whether or not they saved their lives.[/list][/indent]

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Character Sheet
[center][i]Image/Face Claim[/i]
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Name:
Age:
Gender:
Race: {Your character, as a basic rule of thumb, is Reincarnated Devil. Still, here you should also indicate what your character was prior to joining the family. Human? Dragon? Ogre? Nekomata? Fallen Angel? Other?}
Ranking: {What is your character’s (intended) evil piece?}
Appearance: {Please provide extra information on your character’s appearance. If you find yourself having trouble here allow me to help you. How tall are they? How much do they weigh? Do they have any piercings, tattoos, or birthmarks that might not be included in the face claim?} 

Skills: {These are things that your character can do that can typically be learned or practiced by just about anybody given time and effort. Nothing really magical or special about it.}
[url=http://highschooldxd.wikia.com/wiki/Sacred_Gear]Sacred Gear[/url]: {Does your character have a Sacred Gear? What is it? What does it do? What are its limits? Keep in mind that as far as DxD lore goes, at least to my knowledge, only humans can possess Sacred Gear.}
Magic: {Does your character use any magic? What is that magic? What does it do? What are its limits? The criteria is essentially the same as a Sacred Gear. }
Strengths: {Give three strengths. That is NOT a maximum, but don’t go overboard. Be reasonable.}
Weaknesses: {Every good character is likely to have just as many weaknesses as they do strengths. Provide three, MINIMUM.}
 
Personality: {Who is (Charater Name)? What do they like? Hopes? Dreams? Likes? Dislikes? Insight into the deeper aspects of who this character is.}
History: {Please provide at least a paragraph, for this portion of the app. If you are having trouble consider the following. How was your character brought to the brink of death? How did they come to be a member of the Grimmond Household. How long have they been a part of it; a day, week, month, year, etc. I’ll generally be lenient and leave you room to work here, but honestly, it should be coherent and consistent with not just who your character is, but also who my character is. If you wish, feel free to work with me, at least on the how and why they joined the family part. Everything else is all you.}
 
Other: {Is there something not included in this app that you, the creator of this character, would like to add? Please feel free to add that information beginning with this section.}
 
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[center][u][i]Possible Arcs[/i][/u]
[hider=Important Note]It should be noted that there is no set order to the following possible Arcs. There is no guarantee each arc will even be utilized. This is simply a list of ideas and events that are most likely to occur throughout the RP.[/hider][/center]
[indent][list][*]The Case of the Stray Devil - a stray devil was reported to tsumiki as being the cause of a recent series of murders over the past 2 weeks. We'll need to find and kill said devil
[*]Mock Rating Game - our first test of skill. The opponent will be a peerage of the asmodeus clan, tsumiki's cousin. Loser becomes the other's servant for a week. Boys will be boys I suppose. Devils will be Devils? A petty squabble all the same. How will the peerage and tsumiki himself deal with this.
[*]The Loss of the King - when their territory is threatened by a powerful foe the peerage is brought to the brink of death. The attacker makes a simple request of tsumiki. Go with him/her in return for mercy for his peerage. How will this turn out?
[*]Son of a... - Tsumiki's mother comes for an unexpected visit. Mere shenanigans? Or is something more sinister afoot?
[*]Honor Among Thieves - There is a thief amidst the people of Yatsushiro Town. Most of what has been taken was of no concern. However, when a sacred artifact is brought to the town museum for a special display. Given the nature of said artifact the Devil Lord cannot turn a blind eye. It must be recovered, less the theif strike again.
[*]Battle Hardened - Tsumiki often finds himself in a position to take interest in those around him. Lately he has noticed a student whom he believes would be a good addition to his peerage. Perhaps the group can get another person to join.
[*]TBA
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